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Nils N. Rønning papers, 1903-1955
- Title
- Nils N. Rønning papers, 1903-1955
- Identifier
- P0585
- Date
- 1903-1955
- Description
- Letters, clippings, articles, pamphlets, reviews, correspondence, and notes of a Norwegian-born journalist and author. Includes reviews of Rønning's books, notes on Hans Nielsen Hauge and Elling Eielsen, and historical sketches of the Homme Home for Boys, Wittenberg, Wisconsin. The reports and articles include materials on fiddlers, sketches of Torkel Oftelie and Th. N. Mohn, and a statement of the value of bilingualism to the Norwegian American by Anna Thykesen. Rønning was editor of "Ungdommens Ven," "Familiens Magasin," "The Friend," and "Telesoga." Correspondents include Richard Beck, Theodore C. Blegen, J. A. Holvik, Hanna Astrup Larsen, K. O. Lundeberg, O. M. Norlie, D. G. Ristad, and Mrs. O. E. Rolvaag.
- Location: 6/B/3, 68/A/2
- Extent
- 1.2 cubic feet (3 archives boxes) and 1 folio
Files
Collection
Citation
Rønning, N. N. (Nils Nilsen), 1870-1962, “Nils N. Rønning papers, 1903-1955,” Norwegian American Historical Association, accessed October 17, 2026, https://norwegianamericanhistory.org/catalog/items/show/10170.