History Doland was platted in 1882. The city was named for Civil War veteran Franklin Henry Doland, an original owner of the town site. Doland purchased several hundred acres in the expected path of the Chicago and North Western railroad which was moving westward into South Dakota. The railroad created a depot for shipping for farmers at the location. A post office has been in operation in Doland since 1882.
History Doland was platted in 1882 The city was named for Civil War veteran Franklin Henry Doland an original owner of the town site Doland purchased several hundred acres in the expected path of the Chicago and North Western railroad which was moving westward into South Dakota The railroad created a depot for shipping for farmers at the location A post office has been in operation in Doland since 1882