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Silas Peterson and Patricia Kueteman interview, 1995 October 31
In this series of interviews by Odd Lovoll for his books “The Promise of America: History of the Norwegian-American People” and “The Promise Fulfilled: A Portrait of Norwegian Americans Today,” Odd Lovoll interviews Patricia Kueteman and her father, Silas Peterson. They discuss their family’s history and involvement with the Slooper Society, as well as family traditions while Silas was growing up. Both interviewees share how they met their spouses, their views on political issues of the time, and their current professions. The end by talking about Norwegian heritage and the identity of Norwegian-Americans.
This item is currently restricted.Kueteman, Patricia “Patti” Peterson (1965-)
Patricia Kueteman was born May 10th, 1965, in Aurora, Illinois, to June and Silas Peterson. After graduating high school, Patricia moved to Texas with her husband, Keith Kueteman, who was in the army. While in Texas, she attended junior college. After moving back to Illinois a few years later, Patricia spent a couple of years as a schoolteacher before she and Keith had three children, after which she stayed home to care for them.
Peterson, Silas “Si” (1942-)
Silas Peterson was born February 25th, 1942, in Ottawa, Illinois, to Gladys and Grant Peterson. Silas grew up helping on his family farm and later worked as a truck driver, salesman, and factory worker. He was the treasurer of the Slooper Society for many years. Silas married June Peterson, and they have two children together. Today, Silas still lives in the Norway, Illinois area where he grew up.
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Andreas Rhude interview, 1996 August 27
In this series of interviews by Odd Lovoll for his books “The Promise of America: History of the Norwegian-American People” and “The Promise Fulfilled: A Portrait of Norwegian Americans Today,” Lovoll interviews Andreas Rhude. Unprocessed This item is currently restricted. -
Officer Bordman(?) interview, 1995 November 20
In this series of interviews by Odd Lovoll for his books “The Promise of America: History of the Norwegian-American People” and “The Promise Fulfilled: A Portrait of Norwegian Americans Today,” Lovoll interviews Andreas Rhude. Unprocessed This item is currently restricted. -
Bjorn "Erik" Borgen interview, 1996 February 13
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In this series of interviews by Odd Lovoll for his books “The Promise of America: History of the Norwegian-American People” and “The Promise Fulfilled: A Portrait of Norwegian Americans Today,” Bjorn Borgen and Odd Lovoll discuss Bjorn’s childhood in Norway during World War II and his subsequent immigration to Wisconsin. Bjorn also details his many academic and economic successes in business. He explains his history with the sport of skiing, the process of adjusting to living in a new country, and his later business ventures. Bjorn also talks about his thoughts on Norwegian values and his political views.Biography:
Bjorn Krogh “Erik” Borgen was born September 22nd, 1937, in Åndalsnes, Norway, to Helene and Truls Borgen. He was nicknamed “Erik” by his grandmother. After World War II, his family moved to Wisconsin in 1947, where Bjorn grew up in the town of Strum. Bjorn earned a degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1962 and later an MBA from Harvard in 1966. While studying at Harvard, he met his wife, Katherine, with whom he has three children. Today, Bjorn is a successful businessman living in Colorado, where he continues skiing. -
Edward Settevig interview, 1995 March 23
In this series of interviews by Odd Lovoll for his books “The Promise of America: History of the Norwegian-American People” and “The Promise Fulfilled: A Portrait of Norwegian Americans Today,” Lovoll interviews Andreas Rhude. Unprocessed This item is currently restricted. -
Norman E. Olson interview, 1996 May 9
In this series of interviews by Odd Lovoll for his books “The Promise of America: History of the Norwegian-American People” and “The Promise Fulfilled: A Portrait of Norwegian Americans Today,” Lovoll interviews Andreas Rhude. Unprocessed This item is currently restricted. -
Darby Opsahl interview, 1997 April 9
In this series of interviews by Odd Lovoll for his books “The Promise of America: History of the Norwegian-American People” and “The Promise Fulfilled: A Portrait of Norwegian Americans Today,”Odd Lovoll interviews Darby Opsahl. Darby gives a brief background on his family’s Norwegian history, then talks about his family’s values and closeness. Afterwards, he describes his childhood and illegal activities with friends, including his stay in a juvenile correctional facility, leading up to his conviction. He also describes the car accident that paralyzed him, and finishes by reflecting on Norwegian-American familial values.
This item is currently restricted.Opsahl, Darby Jon (1968-)
Darby Jon Opsahl was born August 14th, 1968, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Vera and Jon Opsahl. Darby grew up in Young America, Minnesota, where he enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Later on, he did some work as a screen printer. Darby was in a car accident in 1991 that left him with lasting injuries, and in 1994 was convicted and sentenced to life in prison. In 2004, Darby appealed his sentence, but the judgment was ultimately upheld. Darby has two children.
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John Nerston interview, 1995 November 27
In this series of interviews by Odd Lovoll for his books “The Promise of America: History of the Norwegian-American People” and “The Promise Fulfilled: A Portrait of Norwegian Americans Today,” Lovoll interviews Andreas Rhude. Unprocessed This item is currently restricted. -
Hans Hagen interview, circa 1995 November
In this series of interviews by Odd Lovoll for his books “The Promise of America: History of the Norwegian-American People” and “The Promise Fulfilled: A Portrait of Norwegian Americans Today,” Lovoll interviews Andreas Rhude. Unprocessed This item is currently restricted. -
Sivert Strom interview, circa 1995 November
In this series of interviews by Odd Lovoll for his books “The Promise of America: History of the Norwegian-American People” and “The Promise Fulfilled: A Portrait of Norwegian Americans Today,” Lovoll interviews Andreas Rhude. Unprocessed This item is currently restricted.