Eberhart, Adolph O., 1870 - 1944, and family. Genealogical Records, 1830 - 1879

Collection — Folder: 01

Identifier: SMHC Collection 1256

Abstract

This collection consists of photocopies of genealogical information relating to Adolph Olsson Eberhart, who was a member of the Minnesota State Senate and governor of the state of Minnesota from 1909 until 1915. These copies were made from records found in the Goteborg Provincial Archives in Sweden. They outline the history of Eberhart's family before they Came to the United States. Eberhart's original Swedish name was Olaf Adolf Andersson, and that is how it is listed in the records.

Dates

Creation: 1830-1879

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

Adolph Olsson Eberhart was bom June 23, 1870 in Sweden. His family emigrated from Sweden to the United States, and ultimately Minnesota. He graduated from Gustavus Adolphus College, and became a lawyer. He went on to become a Republican politician who served in the Minnesota Senate, as lieutenant govemor, and as govemor of the state of Minnesota from 1909 until 1915. Eberhart died in 1944.

Full Extent

0.10 Cubic Feet (1 Folder)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Dr. Bruce L. Larson donated this collection in July 1977.

Related Materials

This collection is made up of photocopies of family records. The originals can be found in the Goteborg Provincial Archives, Sweden. A copy of these records was also donated to the Minnesota Historical Society, in St. Paul.

Finding Aid & Administrative Information

Title: SMHC Collection 1256. Eberhart, Adolph O., 1870 - 1944, and family. Genealogical Records, 1830 - 1879
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