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"Biographical Sketch of Herman Pfaender." 1952

 Collection — Folder: 1
Identifier: SMHC Collection 1215
Abstract

This collection consists of positive photocopies of a typescript, which describes the life of Herman Pfaender. The biography was written by, his daughter, Alwina Pfaender Withington. The sketch discusses Herman Pfaender’s studies at the University of Minnesota and his later exploits as a resident of New Ulm, Minnesota. The work fills eight pages, with the ninth page being a listing of lyrics to German songs.

Dates: 1952

Blanchard, Barbara. "Fairmont's Bicentennial History", 1977

 Collection — Folder: 1
Identifier: SMHC Collection 1308
Abstract

This collection consists of a typescript written by Ms. Barbara Blanchard, entitled “Fairmont’s Bicentennial History”. The article contains an account of the 1975 and 1976 celebrations of Martin County, Minnesota’s bicentennial. Ms. Blanchard’s account focuses on events held in the city of Fairmont. In addition, the article contains information about the bicentennial planning, parades, and a local history produced in conjunction with the celebration.

Dates: 1977

Carlson, Walter. "Chronology of Martin County Historical Society," 1929 - 1963

 Collection — Folder: 1
Identifier: SMHC Collection 1320
Abstract

This collection consists of a chronological account of activities of the Martin County (Minnesota) Historical Society. The typescript gives an account of each meeting held by the society, and the actions taken. The names of directors, publications, and projects of the society are listed. Additional publications about Martin County by other organizations are also listed in the typescript.

Dates: 1929-1963

Champagne, Peter, 1884 - 1978. Photographs, ca. 1910, and Oral History Interview, 1977

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: SMHC Collection 1242
Abstract This collection consists of photographs belonging to Peter Champagne, of Mankato, Minnesota, and an oral history interview conducted with him in 1977. Champagne was an engineer, and worked on the Rapidan Dam in Blue Earth County, Minnesota. The official photographer for the dam construction. Bay Weller, took the photographs with an Ansco camera. Many individuals in the photos have been identified by Champagne. Also included in this collection is an interview conducted with Champagne. In...
Dates: 1977

Church of the Good Shepherd, Madison Lake, Blue Earth County. Parish Register, 1889 - 1894

 Collection — Container: Volume 1
Identifier: SMHC Collection 1214
Abstract

This collection consists of the parish register of the Church of the Good Shepherd, an Episcopal church in Madison Lake, Minnesota. The register contains general information on the church’s history, and the baptisms, confirmations, and burials that took place at the church from 1889 until 1894. This collection is a photocopy of originals held by the Diocese of Minnesota (Episcopal), in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Dates: 1889-1894

Church of the Nativity, Wells, Minnesota. History and Parish Register, 1873 - 1915

 Collection — Container: Volume 1
Identifier: SMHC Collection 1260
Abstract

This collection consists of items related to the Episcopal Church of the Nativity in Wells, Minnesota. The church was organized in 1870, and the first building was built in 1873. The collection consists of one volume of the parish register, 1873 - 1915, and six copied pages from the church history. This history of the church was originally constructed from pages six through eight of the register. The register contains birth and death records, along with financial information.

Dates: 1873-1915

Cray, Lorin. 1844 - 1927. Papers, 1900 - 1927

 Collection — Container: Box 1
Identifier: SMHC Collection 1283
Abstract

This collection consists of items pertaining to Lorin Cray of Mankato, Minnesota. Cray was a Civil War veteran, a lawyer, and a supporter of the YMCA and YWCA in Mankato. The collection consists of newspaper clippings, photographs of the Crays and their home, a memorial card for Nellie Cray, a niece of Lorin Cray, and a volume of a letter-copying book. This book contains copies of letters written by Cray on legal and financial matters.

Dates: 1900-1927

Daughters of the American Revolution. Anthony Wayne Chapter, Mankato, Minnesota. Collection, 1896 - ongoing

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: SMHC Collection 1268
Abstract This collection consists of items pertaining to the Anthony Wayne Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, based in Mankato, Minnesota. The organization's goals include promoting American and local history and conducting genealogical research. The collection contains many items collected by the Anthony Wayne Chapter, including scrapbooks and topical files. Also included in the collection are items published by the Daughters of the American Revolution, including a newspaper column...
Dates: 1899

Daun, Joseph, 1891 - 1974. Newspaper Clippings, 1966 - 1969

 Collection — Folder: 1
Identifier: SMHC Collection 1218
Abstract This collection consists of two newspaper clippings about the life of Joseph Daun, a former member of the Minnesota State Legislature and a longtime civic leader in Nicollet County. The clippings are from the Mankato Free Press, and are dated December 23, 1966 and July 30, 1969. The articles list Daun’s many accomplishments in Nicollet County, and also list the legislation that he was involved in during his time in the Legislature. Some of the major topics he was involved in were state...
Dates: 1966-1969

Dyer, Ida E. Autograph Book, ca. 1878 - 1888

 Collection — Folder: 1
Identifier: SMHC Collection 1311
Abstract

This collection consists of the autograph book of Ida E. Dyer, formerly of Mapleton, Minnesota. Dyer had her friends sign this book. Occasionally they wrote small poems for her or included pictures. The signatures are dated from 1878 to 1888. Those who signed the book listed Mapleton or the surrounding area as their home.

Dates: 1878-1888

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Alvarez, Zeara, 1975- 15
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Danielson, Marsha 13
Clink, Kellian Donna, 1958- 10
United States. Army 10
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Mlady, Grace 4
Engen, David, 1968- 3
Thao, Mickey 3
Ahlness, Lisa, 1985- 2
American Legion 2
Arndtsen, Julie M. 2
Arsenault, Raymond R. 2
Bastian, Christine, 1983- 2
Becker, Mechthild 2
Beelman, John 2
Burdorf, Molly, 1984- 2
Busch, Victoria 2
Cornelius, Melissa, 1985- 2
Davis, Eugenie C. 2
Democratic Party (Minn.) 2
Fletcher, Gilbert M., 1883-1933 2
Glenn, Sandi 2
H.H. King Flour Mills Co. (1923-1975) 2
Hacker, Zach, 1985- 2
Halpin, Kimberly, 1983- 2
Hand, John J. 2
Higgs, Julie Lynnette 2
Hitzemann, Dennis L. 2
Hughes, David Wendell, 1901-1984 2
Hughes, Jessica, 1985- 2
Iverson, Emely, 1984- 2
Javid, Salumeh, 1976- 2
Johnson , Brian , 1979- 2
Kunelius, Mary 2
Lingen, Percy 2
Maag, Jamie, 1983- 2
Mankato State University. Bureau of Planning and Cartographic Services 2
Martin, Michael R. 2
Mason, Marcia 2
Okafor, Uchenna 2
Orchard, Jodi, 1957- 2
Otto, Dorothy, 1918-1994 2
Overholtzer, Deborah 2
Peterson, Joseph, 1985- 2
Peterson, Leslie 2
Posner, Cynthia, 1983- 2
Pribyl, Margaret, 1929- 2
Quiggle, Arthur W., 1890-1977 2
Real, Jennifer, 1986- 2
Reul, Allison, 1986- 2
Rusch, Evan 2
Siebrass, Hershel, 1932-2017 2
Skaden, Nicholas, 1985- 2
Smerdon, Kelly, 1984- 2
Smiland, Christy, 1984- 2
Smith, Kelly David 2
Stenzel, Anne 2
Sylvester, Shirleen K. 2
Ta, Jamie, 1985- 2
Thomas, David A. 2
Timm, Casey, 1985- 2
Townsend, Cassie, 1985- 2
United States. Army. Minnesota Infantry Regiment, 1st (1861-1864) 2
United States. Army. Women's Army Corps 2
United States. Cadet Nurse Corps 2
United States. Naval Reserve. Women’s Reserve 2
United States. War Department 2
Van Duyn, Victoria J. 2
Walchuk, Christopher 2
Wiecking, Anna M., 1887-1973 2
Wizenburg, Patrick, 1984- 2
Wollin, David K. 2
Young, Loy, 1923-2015 2
Zeig, Michelle 2
Zust, Jeffery L. 2
Aanonsen, Carl 1
Adams, James Kenneth, 1930- 1
Adolphson, Thomas, 1955- 1
Agboola, Wale, 1988- 1
Ahrens, John 1
Alberg, Winnifred, 1923- 1
Albrecht, Janet, 1935-2016 1
Albright, Marjorie, 1920-2006 1
Alcorn, Wallace, 1930- 1
All Souls Church (Sleepy Eye, Minn.) 1
Allan, David W., 1938- 1
Allen, David M., 1952- 1
Allison, Rhonda K., 1971- 1
American Legion. Post 55 (Le Sueur, Minn.) 1
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