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Clarence J. Carlsen thesis, 1932
"Elling Eielsen, Pioneer Lay Preacher and First Norwegian Lutheran Pastor in America," MA thesis, University of Minnesota. -
Andrew Wright papers, 1857-1921
Legal papers, correspondence, sermon. Includes:- Papers of a pastor born Namdalen, immigrated 1860. He worked as a tailor and farmer 1860-70, then as pastor at Coon Prairie (1870-71); Rushford, Minn. (1871-1901); Highland, Minn. (1877-1910). Was president of the Norwegian Augustana Synod(1885-88), editor of "Luthersk Kirketidende" (1873-91) and Børnebudet" (1878-89).
- Active in the temperance movement, and published many articles in "Reform" and other journals. Many of his writings (some identified by place and date published, others not) as well as other clippings he found of interest are in the scrapbook.
- There are typed transcriptions of his series of articles published in "Luthersk Kirketidende" in 1886 about the spiritual awakening in Namsos during his youth, "Da vakkelsen kom til os" (73 p.); and a brief autobiography published in "Reform".
- In addition there are legal documents (both Norwegian and American), pamphlets Wright published, and some letters of his widow.
- Pamphlets: "Gjenløser iblandt syndere" (1881) (in library); "Herrens banken paa hjertets dør" (1871 and 1892); "Nogle ord om synd, naade og kamp" (1885); Hvorledes bør præster og menigheder stille sig til drikketrafiken" (1893); "Skaal!" (1894); "Turtelduen" (1877)(songbook for children - in library); "Religionsskolen" (1904).
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Richard Teslow papers, 1875-1955
Papers and scrapbooks of a farmer of Hayward, Minnesota, including a farm auction bill from 1902. -
Karen Larsen papers, 1881-1961
Diplomas and decorations presented to Laur. Larsen, Hanna Astrup Larsen, and Karen Larsen. Also includes clippings, pamphlets, photographs, and a photo album. -
Waldemar Ager papers, 1874-1943
History/Biography:
Waldemar Theodor Ager was born in Fredrikstad, Østfold, Norway to Martinius Mathiesen Ager and Marie Fredrikke Mathea Johnsdatter Stillaugsen. Martinius first emigrated to the United States by himself, starting a tailoring business. Eventually, Ager and the rest of the family joined Martinus in Chicago. In Chicago, Ager worked for the Norwegian-language newspaper, Norden. His newspaper career flourished when he moved to Eau Claire, Wisconsin, and was offered a job at a Norwegian temperance newspaper called Reform. Ager became editor from 1903-1941. Ager was a leader in the prohibition movement. He helped organize total abstinence societies and Good Templar lodges across the Upper Midwest. Ager remained a teetotaler his entire life.In addition to his newspaper career, Ager also wrote six novels and collections of short stories. Among his best known books are "Paa drikkeondets Konto" (1894), "Kristus for Pilatus" (1910), "Oberst Heg og hans gutter" (1916), "Paa veien til smeltepotten" (1917), "Gamlelandets sønner" (1926), and "Hundeøine" (1929).
See also "The Problem of Cultural Identity in the Works of Waldemar Ager, Simon Johnson, and Johannes B. Wist," a PhD dissertation by James P. Nelson, University of Washington, 1990.
Scope and Content:
The papers of a Norwegian-born journalist, author, and lecturer include clippings, articles, correspondence, manuscripts of books, poems, programs, records, sketches, and stories dealing with subjects such as Norwegian culture and heritage, Americanism, memorials to Norwegians in America, and temperance.Among the correspondents are Carl F. Berg, Arne K. Berger, L. W. Boe, H. A. Eckers, John O. Evjen, Ruth Fjeldsaa, Sigurd Folkestad, Einar Haugen, John Heitmann, H. R. Holand, Simon Johnson, Arne Kildal, Lars Lillehei, E. L. Mengshoel, Jon Norstog, Torkel Oftelie, K. Prestgard, D. G. Ristad, Mrs. O. E. Rølvaag, Johan Selnes, T. A. Siqueland, Edvard Skille, Charles C. W. Storck, J. L. Urheim, and Alexander Wiley.
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Martin E. Waldeland papers, 1931-1933
Short stories, articles, poems, and correspondence of a Lutheran clergyman. Waldeland served in Iowa parishes, was the chairman of his synod's publicity and transportation bureaus, and the author of short stories.
Includes: Articles, stort stories, poems, correspondence, Luther League Address given at St. Olaf College, May 30, 1915, Publicity Bureau, NLCA, minutes, and transcription of Hans Nielsen Hauge books. -
Andrew A. Veblen papers, 1902-1964
The papers consist mostly of manuscript material (data, research notes, genealogical information) for Veblen's "The Valdris Book" (1920), and of World War I military service records of natives of Valdres, Norway. Among the papers are Simle and Ruste genealogies; a family sketch written in the Valdres dialect by Sam Thompson; a description of the journey from Valdres to Whalen, Minnesota, by E. A. Hjelde; letters from Nils Brandt, Juul Dieserud, Nils Flaten, J. C. M. Hanson, and Ole Juul; and a memorial statement by Dr. Laur. Larsen about G. O. Rustad, supervisor of construction operations of the first Luther College building. Veblen was a professor of physics, first president of the Valdres "bygdelag" and first editor of its magazine, and first president of the Common Council of the "bygdelags." NB: See Minnesota Historical Society, Veblen papers, 1876-1933 (5 boxes, including 44 vols. & 20 additional vols. -
Tracts newsletters, undated
A continuing file for tracts in English and in Norwegian published by various religious groups, including the Norwegian Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. -
Oscar A. Tingelstad papers, 1899-1953
Correspondence, records, articles, reports, and account books of a Lutheran clergyman, educator, and author. Dr. Tingelstad was professor of psychology and education and registrar (1909-1928) and professor of philosophy and Bible (1944-1953) at Luther College, and president of Pacific Lutheran College (1928-1943).
Personal as well as professional correspondence runs throughout the collection and provides information on family affairs and on educational and professional careers of friends and colleagues. He defended the classical course of study in the colleges he served and in the main took a conservative stance on religious doctrine. Topics discussed are theory of evolution, liberal theology, rationalism in the church, curriculum development, church mergers, student recruitment, building programs and problems related to financing private colleges. In brief, his correspondence treats issues and problems prominent in college and church affairs during the first half of the twentieth century.
Manuscripts by Tingelstad: "The Historic Position of Lutheranism" (1927), "Registration Procedure and Preparation of Class Lists" (1927), "Academic Freedom and Tenure" (1939), "Brought up a Lutheran-But" (ca. 1945), "Thy Word is Truth" (1948), and "How Do Our Colleges Measure up to Present Day Educational Standards?" (1948). Meticulously kept, the account books contain detailed records of all correspondence and all personal financial transactions for the years indicated. See also correspondence with Mrs. Tingelstad, 1953-1955 in Archives contributions correspondence, NAHA Secretarial Records.
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J. Jørgen Thompson papers, 1896-1963
Articles, clippings, correspondence, pamphlets, and records of a Wisconsin-born St. Olaf College administrator and teacher. The papers concern campus life, public relations, counseling, courses of study, student and teacher recruitment, funds solicitation, band and choir tours, and Norwegian-American culture. Manuscripts include: "Rølvaag som lærer," "Min konfirmations dag" (1938), and minutes of the Board of the Norwegian Conference of the Evangelical Lutheran Church. Thompson was president of Spokane College (1917-1920); dean of men at St. Olaf college (1923-1942); secretary of NAHA (1931-1958); president of the National Association of Deans and Advisers of Men (1940-1941).