Daniel learned the milling trade and succeeded to the business of his father, and was also extensively engaged in farming [in 1891].

In politics Mr. Krigbaum is a Republican, and has always manifested a lively interest in the success of his party, but never sought public office of any kind, and never served in any office of public trust excepting that of postmaster, which position he filled nine years at Bear Gap. In religious faith he is a Lutheran, and is one of the respected citizens of the township.