Velva, North Dakota
Velva is a city located in McHenry County, North Dakota. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 1,049. It is nicknamed the 'Star City'.
History
Velva was officially founded in 1883 by August Peterson, a Swedish immigrant. Inheriting a tract of land from his brother, Peterson's property grew to become the town of Velva. Peterson sold 40 acres to the railroad, then sold additional acres to the city. From there, the town grew into what it is today.
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