Born Feb. 3, 1861, Telemarken, Norway to Ole T. Huset (who changed his name to Hallen) and wife Ingeborg (Lia).

Immigrated in 1882 to Hatton N.D. Married Kari Twenge, Hillsboro, N.D.,

Dec. 20, 1892. Died July 3, 1935, Northwood, N.D.

Brothers: Torsten Olson; Sigurd Olson; Nils Olson Hallen.

Honored by his daughter Anna and her husband, Mr. J.E. Bilden.