My gggrandmother, Katherine Niesen, m. Peter Kasel of Luxembourg[?Kehlen? This is where 3 of their sons were born]They had sons John P.1865[to Iowa 1884 on the "Rynland"]; Joseph J. b.1871 and Theodor b. 1870[both to Iowa/SD/MN 1891]. Daughters: Lena b.1875-1974 in San Francisco, CA, Mary 1886, m. John Esch, St. Paul, MN; Josephine 1874 and Katherine 1872 remained in Luxembourg.
Joseph, my ggrandfather, owned a blacksmith/tool company in Mpls, MN.
Any background on Katherine Niesen greatly appreciated!