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Abner C. Pearsons papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: S3145
Abstract

The collection contains two scrapbooks, three photographs of the newsboys, letters, a Kiwanis newsletter with an article about Pearsons, and a book of sketches of Duluth, Minnesota in 1894.

Dates: 1894-1941

Thomas Peck photograph collection

 Collection — Box: Oversize
Identifier: S3721
Abstract

The collection consists of Thomas Peck’s prints of the Duluth area and scenes of winter, smelt fishing, and Split Rock Lighthouse, the shore of Lake Superior and other unidentified “nature” scenes.

Dates: circa 1960s

John H. Peterson papers

 Collection — Box: SC
Identifier: S6157
Abstract

The collection contains biographical information, WWII records and medal, certificates of birth, baptism and marriage, court document of John Harry Peterson’s name change in 1940 to John Hartley Peterson, photographs of John and Barbara Peterson, and a copy of John Peterson’s 1948 University of Minnesota Thesis for Master of Science in Ophthalmology The Effect of Glare on the Accommodation Near Point.

Dates: 1911-2012

William M. and Mina N. Prindle family papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: S4526
Abstract The Prindle papers are very incomplete for a family who lived in Duluth from the 1880’s to the 1970s. They consists of color lantern slides, family photographs and portraits, a guest book (scrapbook) of visitors to the Duluth house at 2211 Greysolon Road, photographs of Vassar College, 16 mm films and transfers of film to VHS format in 1993; 56 35mm color negatives of the 2211 Greysolon house rooms and grounds shot by family friend and architect Thomas Shefchik, decades after the Prindle...
Dates: 1883-1972; Majority of material found in 1906-1972

John G. Rakowsky papers

 Collection — Box: SC
Identifier: S3093
Abstract

The collection contains a plat of the area John Rakowsky settled in Duluth, circa 1855, a portrait photo and photo of Rakowsky's funeral bier, and biographical information.

Dates: circa 1855-1914

Arthur E. Ramberg collection

 Collection — Box: SC
Identifier: S2217
Abstract

The collection includes photographs, newspaper clippings, and correspondence.

Dates: circa 1906-1961

Red Cliff Lumber Company photograph album

 Collection
Identifier: S4516
Abstract

The album is a nearly day-by-day visual log of new construction of a mill at the Duluth waterfront, presumably at 39th Avenue West.

Dates: 1913 April 10-1913 December 2

Ross family photograph albums

 Collection
Identifier: S6110
Abstract

The collection consists of two photograph albums. The first contains family photos with some descriptive information in the first section of the album. The second contains photos of Minnesota Power and Light installations with dates and descriptions.

Dates: 1919-1937

Mark Ryan video documentary, Snively’s Road

 Collection — Box: VHS
Identifier: S6025
Abstract

This popular 2000 documentary video is also titled “Snively’s Road: The History of Skyline Parkway”, and was available for sale through Ryan. Mark Ryan has presented the video as a program and lectured on the subject of the development and history of Skyline Drive.

Dates: 2000

Hjalmer C. Rykken photographs

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: S4525
Abstract

The collection consists of black and white photographs by Hjalmer C. Rykken amateur but experienced photographer, that were made between October 1958 and July 1962. Content of the photographs includes: streets, views of Lake Superior, Central High School, Fire Hall, the Hibbard Plant, Lakefront, the First Presbyterian Church, Elliott Packing Co., Park Point, and Rail Road tracks.

Dates: 1958-1962; Majority of material found in 1962

George B. Sargent papers

 Collection — Box: SC
Identifier: S3129
Abstract

The collection contains correspondence and biographical information, 1869–1900; news clippings concerning George Sargent, 1931–1941; photographs including a portrait of Sargent and an image of his house, 1869–1965; and one scrapbook containing personal correspondence concerning Sargent's life, work, and speeches, news clippings, and some maps, 1851–1875.

Dates: 1851-1965

Saturday Lunch Club records

 Collection — Box: SC
Identifier: S3633
Abstract

The collection contains letters to members informing them of meetings, booklets listing members, and records of speakers, members, secretarial and financial matters, and photographs.

Dates: 1926-1980

Michael Scalise papers

 Collection — Box: SC
Identifier: S4495
Abstract

The collection holds: Fishing licenses (1938-1961), 15 photographs of Morgan Park Good Fellowship Club and U.S. Steel Plant activities and personnel (1915-1925, 1950); 2 newspaper clippings of appointment of Grand Herald in Odd Fellows (1931); notice of GFC meeting (n.d.); list of contributors to Emil Scalise’s retirement gift; Army Navy E War Production Award certificate (1945); April 29, 1934 United Protestant Church Odd Fellows program.

Dates: 1921-1979

Scott-Graff Lumber Company records

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: S2258
Abstract

The collection contains corporate and financial records and minutes; job site and construction records; publicity records; and oversized photos and blueprints.

Dates: 1880-1967

Seaway Port Authority of Duluth records

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: S2348
Abstract

The collection contains annual reports, 1954-1977, minutes, 1930-1977, correspondence, files by office divisions, legal materials, news clippings, publications, and photographs.

Dates: 1927-1978

Thomas J. Shefchik family papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: S6049
Abstract

The collection consists of family papers, a small number of the architectural records and drawings, photographs, film strips, and slides for a few building projects reflecting a portion of the long careers of father and son.

Dates: 1920-1990

Meir Smith photograph collection

 Collection — Box: SC
Identifier: S3143
Abstract

The collection contains 44 photographs depicting street scenes, buildings, and locations in and around Duluth.

Dates: 1912-1924

Samuel F. Snively papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: S6016
Abstract The papers consist of six inches of material and four scrapbooks. Specifically, folders of photographs (1929-32, not dated) and political materials, a brief personal diary, and Duluth promotional items (1916-1937), and four scrapbooks of newspaper clippings (1924 October-1935 January) pertaining to information on Snively’s political life and public service including important initiatives for Duluth: zoo, parks, libraries, celebrity visits, structures, airport, roads, fraternal organizations,...
Dates: 1882-1958

Oscar L. Solheim papers

 Collection — Box: SC
Identifier: S3790
Abstract

The collection consists of certificates; two Rotary Club newsletters from Ely, Minnesota; church affiliation papers; a document in Norwegian regarding Hellena Malene (1865); a Christmas card in Norwegian from the pastor of Concordia Lutheran Church, Superior, Wisconsin; one news clipping; and photographs of: Oscar and Gertrude’s wedding, Oscar as athlete, and AAD Temple Brothers.

Dates: 1865-1934

Soo Line Depot records

 Collection — Box: SC
Identifier: S3086
Abstract

The collection contains a series of blueprints, 1909-1910, of the depot building; a photograph, circa 1965; and newsclippings, 1971-1974.

Dates: 1909-1974

Mira Southworth photograph album

 Collection — Box: SC
Identifier: S2228
Abstract

The collection consists of one photograph album containing travel photographs of many locations and Duluth, Minnesota area photographs including Duluth’s Lincoln, Congdon, and Chester parks. The album also includes northern St. Louis County photos, photos of Isle Royale from 1925, two photos of commercial fishermen, and additional photographs of Lake Superior's North Shore area. Most photographs are captioned and dated by the album’s compiler and photographer Mira Southworth.

Dates: 1914-1936

Spalding Hotel records

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: S3083
Abstract

The collection contains minutes, 1887-1890; two stock journals, 1887, 1890-1901; a day book, 1887-1889; brochures; menus; news clippings, 1940-1963; and photographs.

Dates: 1887-1963

Emanuel G. Swanstrom papers

 Collection — Box: SC
Identifier: S3605
Abstract

The collection contains three letters to Swanstrom from the State Senate and U.S. House of Representatives, a pledge to serve faithfully as trustee of the town of Oneota, a photograph of Swanstrom and a photograph of his home.

Dates: 1860-1886

John Terrass photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: S6092
Abstract

The collection contains 32 black and white silver gelatin images.

Dates: September 1898

The Language of Open Space photographs

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: S2302
Abstract

The collection contains many of the black and white photographs that illustrate the Planning Department's 1974 book The Language of Open Space: A Glossary to help you say exactly what you mean.

Dates: 1974

This is My Country sung by the Carillon Chorale

 Collection — Item: 1
Identifier: S6150
Abstract

The collection consists of one 12 in. 33 1/3 rpm monographic LP sound recording of the Carillon Chorale, directed by Muriel Lindor.

Dates: circa 1969

Stillman (Bud) Thompson family papers

 Collection — Box: SC
Identifier: S6024
Abstract

The papers include photographs (1908-1994), an undated wedding portrait, account books (about 1900), hunting and fishing licenses (1960-1988), high school diplomas (1930, 1945), letters, military service papers (1932), greeting cards (1954-1963), and service station papers (1941-1992). The largest part of the collection is fishing and hunting photographs.

Dates: 1900-1994; Majority of material found in 1908-1994

C.M. Thurston photograph collection

 Collection — Box: SC
Identifier: S3748
Abstract

The photographs of this collection were apparently the property of Mr. C. M. Thurston. Subjects shown in the snapshots are: family life, home interiors, Christmas with children, Lincoln Park, buildings – mostly family dwellings, children with pets, mothers and children on the porch, Seattle, Washington, boats in water, C.A. Nichols, Jr. , Adams School, Oneota Cemetery, 21st Ave. W., Oreck’s Wholesale.

Dates: circa 1890-1935

Truman D. Goresline photographs

 Collection — Box: 1
Identifier: S2221
Abstract

Photographer Truman D. Goresline took these photographs while visiting friends at Partridge Lake, now called Colby Lake that is located, in the Aurora-Hoyt Lakes, Minnesota area. The photos are from the years 1908-1919, and include scenes of lake activities and landscapes.

Dates: 1908-1919

Twelve Squares Homemakers records

 Collection — Box: 1
Identifier: S4551
Abstract

The collection contains secretary’s journals.

Dates: 1969-1988