Andersen, Harvey Lincoln, 1893 - 1988. Oral History Interview, 1977

Collection — Multiple Containers

Identifier: SMHC Collection 1255

Abstract

This collection consists of the transcript, an audiocassette tape, and 1 CD duplicate of the audiocassette tape of an oral history interview with Harvey Lincoln Anderson, conducted in 1977. Anderson was the owner of Ski Haven, which later became Mount Kato. During the interview, Anderson talked about activities, businesses, and industries, in the Mankato area from his childhood until about 1940. He discussed specific activities like canoeing, downhill skiing, and ski jumping. Also, Anderson talked about his role in the construction of the Rapidan Dam.

Dates

Creation: 1977

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions on use of this collection for research purposes. The researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property and libel laws as they apply.

Conditions Governing Use

There are no restrictions on use of this collection for research purposes. The researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property and libel laws as they apply.

Biographical / Historical

Harvey Lincoln Andersen was born in Mankato, Minnesota in September 1893. He married Pauline Elizabeth Heggerness in 1927. They had two children together. The Andersens founded a ski area named Ski Haven during the winter of 1937. They operated the property for nearly forty years, until it was sold and renamed Mount Kato. Harvey Andersen died in February 1988.

Full Extent

0.10 Cubic Feet (2 CDs 1 Transcript 1 Cassette)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Karin Thiem donated this collection in July 1977.

Finding Aid & Administrative Information

Title: SMHC Collection 1255. Andersen, Harvey Lincoln, 1893 - 1988. Oral History Interview, 1977
Status: Completed
Author: Karin Thiem
Date: 1978-01
Description rules: Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description: English
Script of description: Latin
Language of description note: English