The active church community and educational components such as the Luther League, skating rink, Boy Scouts, choir and the Fish and Game Association made the Dickson area attractive to further settlement. During the Great Depression, farmers in the area continued to thrive because of the rich soil and frequent rains. It was also advantageous that the Markerville creamery  was nearby.
The active church community and educational components such as the Luther League, skating rink, Boy Scouts, choir and the Fish and Game Association attracted further settlement to the Dickson area. During the Great Depression, farmers in the area continued to prosper due to fertile soil and frequent rainfall. The proximity of the Markerville creamery also proved beneficial.