SAND, ARTHUR
Interview, 25 May 1974; 1 reel
Discusses the Non-Partisan League and the Farmer-Labor Party in the
1930's, how the Depression affected them, and their relation to the Democratic
Party. A transcript is available. [303] |
SANDERS, WALFRED
Interview, 16 Nov. 1990; 1 cassette
This interview is part of the Golden Age of Radio series. He
discusses his memories of radio during the 1920's and 1930's. An
interview summary is available. [3485] |
SCANDIA SAVINGS ASSOCIATION
Records, 1896-1908; 2 folders
Collection contains receipts and correspondence, and an annual statement
of 1908 showing resources and liabilities of the company. [1167 SC] |
SCARLET FEVER PAPERS
Collection, 1935-1936; 1 folder
Collection consists of correspondence between Wheaton, MN village officials
and the Division of Preventable Diseases of the Minnesota Department of
Health about an outbreak of scarlet fever in September of 1935. [1188
SC] |
SCHAEFFER, ELAINE C.
Interview 30 July 1975; 1 reel
Discusses the history of Pomme de Terre village (MN) during the late
1800's, family history, her early life experiences, and her experiences
in the field of education as teacher and administrator around the United
States. A transcript is available. [1006]
Collection, 1966-1975; 1 folder
Collection contains letters to the editor written by Schaeffer, a newspaper
reprint on the Frank Schaeffer family and the early history of Pomme de
Terre village (1874-1887), and two term papers pertaining to the same village.
[1007 SC] |
SCHARF, JOHN
Interview, 27 May 1975; 1 reel
Discusses the acquisition of the Helsene Prairie land by the DNR in
1960 and the history and objectives of its management, including planting
done, control of hunting, and changes in wildlife populations. A
transcript is available. [331]
Interview, May 1981; 1 cassette
Discusses the history of the Wildlife Management Areas statewide and
within Stevens County, MN. He also talks about the acquisition of
land, the management processes, uses of these areas, and the future of
the wetlands. [3428]
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SCHEELK, MARTHA
Interview, 15 Nov. 1990; 1 cassette
This interview is part of the Golden Age of Radio series. She
discusses her memories of radio during the 1920's and 1930's. An
interview summary is available. [3485] |
SCHMIDGALL, FLOYD, MR. AND MRS.
Interview, 22 May 1975; 1 reel
Discusses the Apostolic Christian Church and its policies and guidelines.
A transcript is available. [1033] |
SCHMIDGALL, GILBERT
Interview, 30 May 1981; 1 reel
Discusses the Morris Taxi Service between 1945 and 1981. He relates
how he came upon the idea of starting a taxi service, the referendum, and
his relationship with the city of Morris. [3431]
Interview, 15 Nov. 1990; 1 cassette
This interview is part of the Golden Age of Radio series. Discusses
his memories of what radio was like during the 1920's and 1930's.
An interview summary is available. [3485] |
SCHMIDT, CHARLES, MRS.
Interview, 28 July 1977; 1 reel
Discusses her years (1942-1954) as a member of the school board in
school district 8, near Morris, MN. The school was consolidated with
other rural schools in 1954. [1078] |
SCHMIDT, HENRY AND MARY
Interview, 23 May 1977; 1 reel
They discuss their years (1940's and 1950's) living in school district
8, near Morris, MN when their ten children were attending school there.
A transcript is available. [1077] |
SCHMIDT, JERRY
Interview, 11 May 1978; 1 reel
Discusses fires in the Morris, MN area, the current Morris Fire Department
training programs, and organizations. [1131] |
SCHMIDT, SYLVIA SAND
Papers, 1964-1998; 4.5 linear ft.
Collection contains DFL political correspondence, party papers, and
materials from various state and national political campaigns. The
collection is the most extensive for the years of 1972 and 1996.
[3402]
Collection, 1968-1984; 1.5 linear ft.
Collection contains DFL party information, including Minnesota campaign
materials, notes and biographies on Hubert H. Humphrey, and fund raising
correspondence. [3474] |
SCHROEDER, FRANCES
Interview, 15 Nov. 1990; 1 cassette
This interview is part of the Golden Age of Radio series. She
discusses her memories of radio during the 1920's and 1930's. An
interview summary is available. [3485]
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SCHROM, ED
Interview, 1 Feb. 1978; 2 cassettes
This interview is part of the Powerline Controversy (1974-1979) series.
Senator Schrom discusses the siting process for the powerline, the easement
schedules, the importance of Eminent Domain for Public Works Projects,
and the need for electrical energy. [1056] |
SCHULTZ, MABEL
Interview, 13 Nov. 1990; 1 cassette
This interview is part of the Golden Age of Radio series. She
discusses her memories of radio during the 1920's and 1930's. An
interview summary is available. [3485] |
SCHUMAKER, MARY
Interview, 23 Aug. 1973; 1 reel
Discusses family history, teaching in Ortonville, MN during the early
20th century, social and intellectual activities, Ortonville, MN and the
railroad, WWI and German citizen repression, storms, and the Depression.
A transcript is available. [299] |
SCHUMAKER, WAYNE
Papers, 1975-1976; .5 linear ft.
Collection consists of correspondence with constituents, 1975-1976.
Schumaker was a state representative for district 15A in Pope County, MN.
This collection is restricted. [1027]
Interview, 31 May 1977; 1 cassette
This interview is part of the Powerline Controversy (1974-1979) series.
He discusses the powerline situation when he took office in 1974, his views
on the role of energy consumption in our society, the weaknesses of the
power plant siting law, and his role as a legislator representing his constituents.
This interview is restricted. [1056] |
SCOTT, KATHRYN
Interview, 7 July 1978; 1 cassette
She discusses nursing and doctoring practices in the 1920's and 1930's,
working for one of the first doctors in Appleton, MN, the running of a
private hospital, and changes in the medical profession from the 1920's
to the 1970's. [1134] |
SHELDON, ROBERT
Interview, 7 Aug. 1979; 2 cassettes
This interview is part of the Powerline Controversy (1974-1979) series.
Sheldon, the public relations manager for Cooperative Power Association
(CPA) discusses the status of the powerline project, the costs, the financing
for the project, vandalism, and health and safety issues. [1056] |
SHERMAN, MARGARET
Interview, 30 May 1975; 1 reel
Discusses the attitudes of Stevens County, MN residents toward public
health, her duties as a public health nurse during the 1940's and 1950's,
and what happened in Stevens County after she left her position in 1958.
A transcript is available. [342]
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SHERVEY, GEORGE M.
Manuscripts, 1974-1975; 2 folders
Shervey's writings on local history in the Grant County, MN area include
such topics as emigration from Europe, pioneer life on the prairie in the
late 1800's, Indian-White relations, prairie fauna and flora, the ox cart
trails, and wagon trains. [325 SC]
Interview, 28 June 1980 and 8 & 15 July 1980; 3 reels
This interview is part of the WWII: The Home Front series. Shervey
discusses civil defense, rationing, black market operations, and general
attitudes of area residents about the war. An abstract of the interview
is available. [1190] |
SHINNICK, ANNE
Interview, 25 July 1977; 1 reel
This interview is part of the Irish-American Oral History project.
She discusses the role of the Catholic Church in Clontarf, MN, the role
of the school, various organizations, the social life, and holidays.
She covers the 1920's and 1930's. A transcript is available.
[1071] |
SIELING, LOUIS A.
Interview, 18 May 1977; 1 cassette
This interview is part of the Powerline Controversy (1974-1979) series.
Sieling, director of the Lake Region Co-op, discusses the 8-10 year plan
leading to the building of the new powerline and the input of the co-ops
into the decision making process. He also discusses the misunderstandings
of people who he feels didn't look at the whole spectrum. A transcript
is available. [1056] |
SIGLOH, BOYDE
Interview, 18 Aug. 1980; 1 reel
This interview is part of the WWII: The Home Front series. He
discusses his work as a lieutenant and later captain in the Minnesota State
Guard and his work on the west coast in the war factories. [1190] |
SLETTO, JOSEPHINE
Interview 4 Aug. 1980; 2 cassettes
This interview is part of the WWII: The Home Front series. She
discusses her job as the chief clerk for the Douglas County Selective Service
Office during the war years, the operation of a local draft board and the
Selective Service system. She also recounts how the war affected
her personally and the Alexandria, MN area. An interview abstract
is available. [1190] |
SMEDLEY, WALTER
Interview, 14 May 1975; 1 reel
Discusses his (1912-1970) experiences as a veterinarian in the Herman,
MN area, his ownership of a portion of what now is the Helsene Prairie
Land, and his use and management of the land. A transcript is available.
[332] |
SMITH, DOUG
Interview, 16 May 1979; 1 reel
Smith discusses the reasons for the founding of the student store at
the University of Minnesota-Morris, student and administration concerns,
and an account of the findings of the investigative commission into the
store's financial management difficulties. [1192] |
SMITH, GENE
Collection, 1968-1976; 1.5 linear ft.
Collection contains newspaper clippings, correspondence, press releases,
legislative reports, and a computer printout of bills sponsored by Smith
in the Minnesota state senate. [1135] |
SMITH, WARREN
Interview 1 June 1981; 1 reel
Discusses the Morris Taxi Service from 1945 to 1981. He talks
about the different type of transit system Morris, MN has now compared
to the old taxi service. [3472] |
SOBERG, ELVIRA
Interview, 5 Dec. 1979; 2 cassettes
Discusses her work as a Grant County, MN country school teacher in
the 1920's and 1930's, and various aspects of the Senior Federation organization
in Minnesota. A transcript is available. [1198] |
SOIL CONSERVATION SERVICE, REPORT OF
Report, 26 Apr. 1976; 1 reel
Report given by the Soil Conservation Service in Stevens County. After a brief
introduction regarding the history and climate of the county, and the importance of
farming within it, the report details the organization and history of the Soil Conservation
Service, reports on Soil Conservation District Data, and states a Land Use/Conservation
Needs inventory. The recording ends with brief introductions by members of the district's
Soil Conservation Service. [3511] |
SORBY, OSCAR
Interview, Aug. 1973; 1 reel
Discusses Montevideo, MN before 1900, his father's lumber, carpentry
and ice businesses, Sorby's first assignment with the railroad, railroad
unions, the railroad during WWI, and his political affiliations.
A transcript is available. [282] |
SPOONER, LEWIS CURTIS "L.C."
Papers, 1868-1928; .5 linear ft.
Collection contains Spooner's certificates for his years as a teacher
in New York (1860's-1970's), and papers from his work as a lawyer in Minnesota
and Illinois (1880's-1910's). [1143 SC] |
SPRING, W. DONALD
Interview, 20 Aug. 1976; 1 reel
Discusses his first years teaching at the University of Minnesota-Morris,
his role in developing the early curriculum during the 1960's, and his
perceptions of students and faculty. A transcript is available.
[1047] |
ST. PAUL AND PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY
Deed, 24 Jan 1876; 1 folder
Collection consists of a Trustee's Deed from the First Division of
the St. Paul and Pacific Railroad Company. It was written to Halvor
Olson Haskin of Pope County, MN. [1164] |
STAHLER, BONNIE
Interview, 26 May 1976; 1 reel
Discusses high school sports in Morris, MN before and during the Depression.
A transcript is available. [1035] |
STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Pamphlets; 1.5 linear ft.
Miscellaneous reports to the MN State Legislature. [316] |
STEVENS COUNTY AUDITOR
Records, 1942-1970; .5 linear ft.
Collection consists of miscellaneous records of the auditor's office
including information from the Board of Commissioners, the Highway Department,
the daily journal of the county weed inspector, and road and bridge fund
financial reports. [3435] |
STEVENS COUNTY EXTENSION AGENCY
Records, 1918-1969; 3.5 linear ft.
Collection includes annual reports the extension agency, the extension
service, and the extension workers, 4-H enrollment material and premium
lists for the Stevens County Fair (1950-1977). [1097] |
STEVENS COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Records, 1932-1978; 3 linear ft.
Collection includes information concerning financial dealings with
employees, retailers and wholesalers, stockholders, various reports concerning
the hospital expansion, and correspondence from federal and state legislators
dealing with inquiries by the hospital about insurance and Medicare programs.
A part of this collection is restricted. [1091] |
STEVENS COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Records, 1887-1970; 24 linear ft., 11 vols.
Collection contains mainly reports from Clerks, Teachers, and annual
reports to the superintendent. It also includes pupil scholastic
records, pupil census data, teacher qualification and state board examination
records, 1913-1970. Parts of this collection are restricted.
[1160] |
STEVENS COUNTY REPUBLICAN PARTY
Records, 1955-1978; 3 linear ft.
Collection includes correspondence, some financial records, statewide
national party communication and campaign material, awards and clippings,
and a computer printout of Morris, MN residents in wards 1 and 2.
[1092] |
STEWART, S.
Papers, 1889; 1 folder
Collection includes sales slips from S. Stewart's Mill in Hancock,
MN, and a bank pay slip from Stevens County Bank in Morris, MN. [1085
SC] |
STOCK, JOHN F., DR.
Interview 13 May 1975; 1 reel
Discusses problems in medical care in Stevens County, MN and the city
of Morris during the 1960's, awareness of the problems, and his activities
on the Doctor Procurement Committee. [338] |
STONE, JOHN R.
Interview, 21 Feb. 1979; 2 cassettes
This interview is part of the Powerline Controversy (1974-1979) series.
Stone, the editor of the Pope County Tribune, discusses the role of a community
newspaper in the controversy, the early stages of the controversy, the
difficulties in reporting on this story, relationships with utility officials,
law enforcement and protestors, and the structure of the opposition.
He also comments on the role of the media in general, the differences in
metropolitan versus local news coverage, and his views on why the controversy
occurred. [1056] |
STONE AND RANDALL LAW FIRM
Records, 1878-1924; 25.5 linear ft.
Collection consists of registers, letterbooks, office dockets, a scrapbook,
and correspondence, legal documents, and case files relating to the firm's
activities. Included is information on the affairs of the Tri-State
Telephone & Telegraph Company, the Minnesota State Fair, and the Minnesota
Mutual Life Insurance Company, and the Morris Creamery Association.
This collection is restricted. [311] |
STONER, RAY
Interview 15 Nov. 1990; 1 cassette
This interview is part of the Golden Age of Radio series. Stoner
discusses his early memories of radio during the 1920's and 1930's.
An interview summary is available. [3485] |
STRAND, ROGER E.
Interview, 2 Feb. 1978; 3 cassettes
This interview is part of the Powerline Controversy
(1974-1979) series. Strand, a senator from district 15 near Cyrus,
MN, discusses his involvement with legislation relating to the powerline,
the success and failure of some of the bills, and reflects on the political
situation. This interview is restricted. [1056]
Papers, 1976-1980; 18 linear ft.
Collection includes Strand's legislative materials, including constituent
correspondence, files on issues of political importance, lobby groups materials,
news releases, and state publications relating to his committee work.
This collection is restricted. [3422] |
STRANDNESS, ELISABETH
Collection, 1873-1975; 2 folders
Collection consists of the reminiscences of Strandness' great grandfather
and the family's journey from Norway to Minnesota in 1867, the history
of the Strandness Prairie (from 1867 through the 1970's) written by Elisabeth,
correspondence between Strandness and The Nature Conservancy, who eventually
acquired the Strandness Prairie in the early 1970's. [350 SC]
Interview, 25 May 1975; 1 reel
Discusses the history of the management of the land (Strandness Prairie),
the activities concerning the prairie since The Nature Conservancy acquired
it, and her attitudes toward the land. A transcript is available,
but difficult to read. Certain restrictions apply to this interview.
[337] |
SUNQUIST, KATHRYN M.
Interview, 19 May 1977; 1 reel
Sunquist, and her sister Rosalie Anderson, discuss their years of attending
district 8 school near Morris, MN during the 1920's and 1930's, concentrating
on academics and social activities. A transcript is available.
[1079] |
SWANKE, ANN
Interview, 17 and 21 Aug. 1973; 2 reels
Discusses her family history, her education and early teaching experiences
at the beginning of the 20th century, WWI, home and social life as a youngster,
her parents' bakery, church, and college life. She also discusses
Presidents (McKinley through Nixon), roads, electric lights, radios, automobiles,
storms, the Depression, WWII, and fires. A transcript is available.
[295]
Papers, 1883-1977; 1 linear ft.
Collection contains a biography of Ernest G. Swanke (1885-1968), stories
written by Ann Swanke's grade school classes concerning life in Browns
Valley in the 1870's, the Bitzer-Kaufman family history (Ann's parents),
and photographs of American Indians from newspapers and periodicals around
1900. [277] |
SWANSON, FRED
Interview, 31 Oct. 1990; 1 cassette
Discusses his experiences as a soldier during WWI, including training
at Camp Grant, fighting in the Argonne Forest in France, and living in
Germany for a few months after the Armistice. He also talks about
the artillery, the people left homeless by the bombing, and his return
to the United States. A transcript is available. [3484] |
SWANSON, HENRY
Interview, 15 Aug. 1973; 1 reel
Discusses the history of Munson Township (near White Rock, SD), the
opening of South Dakota's Sisseton Indian Reservation, farming, the Depression,
storms, diseases and medicine, the Hutterite Colony, and farm and labor
movements. A transcript is available. [287] |
SWENSSON, OLOF, FAMILY
Collection, 1963-1975; 1 folder
Collection includes 5 articles and 3 brochures on the Olof Swensson
Farm Museum, which is located near Montevideo, MN, and information on the
family's history. The collection also includes interviews with other
area residents about their recollections about the Swensson family and
house. [349 SC] |
SWIFT COUNTY AUDITOR
Records, 1871-1965; 54 volumes
Records include warrant registers (1902-1956), jury books for probate
and district court (1948-1967), the Auditor's ledgers and monthly balances,
and a sellers and purchasers liquor sale index for 1921-1931. [1167] |
SWIFT COUNTY SCHOOLS
Records, 1880-1977; 18.5 linear ft., 35 volumes
Collection includes superintendent records, much information on schools
in Benson, MN during the 1920's through the 1940's, complete censuses of
schools in Swift County from 1947-1965, and a fairly complete set of school
censuses and records of District 77 (2239) Westbank township and District
28 (2197) Chashel township. [1155] |
SWIFT COUNTY SHERIFF
Records, 1878-1905; 6 volumes
Collection includes a docket and fee book, a jail register, a prison
calendar and three volumes of the Sheriff's Day Book. [1167] |
SWIFT COUNTY TREASURER
Records, 1871-1942; 2 linear ft., 32 vols.
Collection includes ledgers, account books, collections registers,
and school registers. Also included are treasurer's business correspondence
concerning real estate taxes. [1167] |