Selander, Nels (Nils) emigrated to USA in 1882

[Kathy Cornell]

I am searching for info on my gggrandfather Nels Selander. He and his family: (wife)Brita Christina Burman, (children)Karen, Jonas Walfred (& his wife Maria Eden), William, John, and Oscar Albin sailed August 1, 1882 from Malmo to the USA. The ship's name may have been the Vesta or Vestie.  Nels was a tailor and Jonas Walfred was a photographer.  Oscar Albin Selander was born November 5 1878 in Sundsvall.  The family settled in Keithsburg, Ill.  I believe they had a photography studio.  I would greatly appreciate any information on tracing my Swedish ancestors.  Thank you!

[Sven-Erik Sundqvist]

This family is at least similar to Yours.
 
This family Selander emigrated from Tuna, Småland to Lockport IL. They sailed from Malmö July 27, 1882.
Nils, 44 years
Brita, 48 years
Johanna, 18 years
Johan, 9 years
Nils, 7 years
Oscar, 3 years
Emigrationcode= 1882:4943:945

[Kathy Cornell]

Thank you for this information!  This is my family.  Some of the names are different but the ages match. I have been searching for over a year but unable to find the parents names of Nils Selander born 28/6 1838 in Gideå/Trehörningshö or his wife Britta Burman born 17/9 1834 in Njutånger. Selander might have been spelled Sehlander at some time. I would be very greatful for any ideas you may have on where I should direct my search from this point.
 
Thank you,
Kathy