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Crane, Guy C. Collection, 1975

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: SMHC Collection 0173
Abstract This collection consists of a reel-to-reel tape, 1 CD duplicate of the reel-to-reel, and transcript of an oral history interview of Guy C. Crane of Mankato, Minnesota. Furthermore, C. Olauson, theatrical director at the university, added some additional information to Crane’s reminiscences. In addition, the collection contains a news release about Crane from a Mankato State University publication. Crane served as stage manager of the Wonderland and Unique vaudeville theaters in Mankato. This...
Dates: 1975
Found in: Southern Minnesota Historical Center

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
Found in: Southern Minnesota Historical Center

Czeikowitz, Herman (1858 - 1946). Letter, 1940

 Collection — Folder: 1
Identifier: SMHC Collection 0160
Abstract

The letter contained in this collection was written by Herman Czeikowitz (also known as Henry Harmon) to his sister Mathilda Czeikowitz in 1940. It is Mr. Czeikowitz's memories of the 1872 Sioux attack on New Ulm. The letter contains his recollections of the attack on his home in New Ulm, the gathering of the women and children, the people of New Ulm's intense fear that the Indians would start the prairie grasses on fire, and the additional things his father had told him about the attack.

Dates: 1940
Found in: Southern Minnesota Historical Center

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
Found in: Southern Minnesota Historical Center

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
Found in: Southern Minnesota Historical Center

Dickey Family Scrapbook. Collection, 1863-1977

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: SMHC Collection 0221
Abstract The Dickey family scrapbook consists of a variety of items that range from clippings to photographs to manuscript documents. Subjects included in this scrapbook are the last will and testament of Sylvester Dickey, genealogical information about the Dickey family, and documents pertaining to the life and death of Edgar Dickey, a veteran of the Civil War. Lineages relate to the families of Edgar Dickey, Clara Parsons, Jeanette (Nettie) Harper Dickey, and Grace Margaret (Scofield) Wilson. ...
Dates: 1863-1977
Found in: Southern Minnesota Historical Center

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
Found in: Southern Minnesota Historical Center

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

 Collection — Folder: 1
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: 1830-1879
Found in: Southern Minnesota Historical Center

Ellis, Frank Alexander, 1888 - 1976. Oral History Interview, November 1974

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: SMHC Collection 1258
Abstract This collection consists of an audiocassette, a reel-to-reel tape, a CD duplicate of the audiocassette, and a transcript of an oral history interview conducted between lone Louk and Frank Ellis of Austin, Minnesota. The cassette, reel-to-reel tape, and audio CDs are of the same recording. Ellis was a labor organizer and a worker at the Hormel. In 1933, Elhs helped to found the Independent Union of All Workers, and after the union joined the Committee for Industrial Organization, he served in...
Dates: 1974-11
Found in: Southern Minnesota Historical Center

Entre Nous Study Club, Mankato, Minnesota. Papers, 1950 - 1979

 Collection — Container: Box 1
Identifier: SMHC Collection 1264
Abstract

This collection consists of items related to the Entre Nous Study Club of Mankato, Minnesota. Included in the collection is a volume of meeting minutes and membership lists from 1955 until 1966. Also in the collection are three volumes of scrapbooks kept by the Study Club. These volumes include newspaper clippings, photographs, programs, and miscellaneous memorabilia from the Study Club's community activities.

Dates: 1950-1979
Found in: Southern Minnesota Historical Center

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