Collection: John Edor Larson papers | University of Minnesota Archival Collections Guides

Abstract

Autobiography of John Edor Larson describing his childhood in Sweden, emigration to the United States in 1901, studies at Augustana College and early ministry.

Dates

Creation: 1885-1948

Creator

Larson, John Edor (Person)

Language of Materials

English

ACCESS RESTRICTIONS

Open for use in the Elmer L. Andersen Library reading room.

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HISTORICAL SKETCH

John Edor Larson was born on July 29, 1885 in Fagered, Halland, Sweden, immigrated to the U.S. in 1901, received a BA degree from Augustana College in 1909, his BD degree from Augustana Seminary in 1912 when he was also ordained. Served in Gwinner Oaks, North Dakota (1912-1921), and Parkers Prairie, Minnesota (1921-1930), Wahoo, Minnesota (1930-1948). Died June 16, 1963.