Andrew J. Rommeriam

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Andrew J. Rommeriam (March 15, 1851 – February 1, 1926) was an American politician who served as a member of the South Dakota House of Representatives. He was the maternal grandfather of South Dakota Governor, Archie M. Gubbrud.

Andrew Rommeriam was born in Bergen, Norway, where he was educated. In 1871, he came to the United States and settled in Minnesota before moving to Lincoln County, Dakota Territory. In 1875, Rommeriam returned to Norway, where he married Anna Dyrkollbotten and became the father of thirteen children. He was a farmer. In 1910 and again in 1912, Rommeriam was elected to represent Lincoln County in the South Dakota House of Representatives after having served in a number of local offices.

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• South Dakota Legistor historical listing for Andrew J. Rommeriam.