Swedish Settlers. Helped to populate county, 1886 to 1912, settling three areas: "East Sweden", "West Sweden", and "Melvin". Most of 95 families who colonized here were farmers. Others were carpenters, stone masons, blacksmiths. They established thriving farm economy which has continued to the present day. Erected by McCulloch County Historical Survey Committee: George Engdahl, Chairman; John Brown and George Stoepler, Memorial Committee. #5161