The photograph album, donated to Minnesota Department of Transportation, contains 27 pages of 143 black and white photos from about 1940-1948. Most photos show James E. Chandler and his colleagues doing land surveying and paving work. Some are personal photos with families and friends. James E. Chandler was a Minnesota Highway Department employee.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
The photograph album, donated to Minnesota Department of Transportation by Jim Newland, contains 122 pages of 290 black and white photos from about 1930-1960. The album belonged to R. O. "Bob" Langguth, who worked for about 33 years at the Minnesota Highway Department (circa 1930-1963). His son R. W. "Bob" Langguth (born 1922) worked at Minnesota Highway Department for a few years in the 1940s. This album also contains photos of many old-timers, including Les Miller, Bill Merritt, Dewey Mattson, et al.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
Michael J. Hoffmann, Commissioner, Minnesota Department of Highways
Date Created:
1952-03-04
Description:
The memo from M. J. Hoffmann, Commissioner of Minnesota Department of Highways, dated March 4, 1952, was a report on the publication of Minnesota Highways, initiated in October 1951 (The first issue was dated November 1951). The memo restated the purposes and objectives of the publication (medium of communication, educational and incentive), shared examples of material published in the first five issues, and provided information about the cost and method of distribution.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
The collection of one map and 25 forms is an inventory of 25 wayside parks and rest areas located in Hennepin, Anoka, Sherburne, Scott, Carver, and Wright Counties. One or two black and white photos (7 x 9.5 cm) are glued to each form / page.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers zoning, prospecting, and employee training. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers the use of glacial study in the location of gravel deposits, the importance of leadership in community relations, and station monuments. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers preparation for a busy construction season, cement testing, and possible changes to state retirement law. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers the use of three-dimensional photogrammetry in surveying and road design, archaeological finds at construction and excavation sites, and a bridge seminar. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers department recognition awards, vacationing in Minnesota, and Red River flooding. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers the appointment of a new Highway Information Director, information on the Maintenance Work Improvement Study, and the hazards of night driving. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers the Department's Maintenance Division, toll charges in the Midwest, and drunk driving. D22Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers the creation of the Director of Highway Safety and awards presented by the National Safety Council. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers highway load limits, the Division of Materials and Research, and transportation funding. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers Department reorganization, staff training, and contract bidding. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers the transition between two commissioners, planning for a Department library, and updates from the districts. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers a proposed road in the Northwest Angle, a metro area traffic flow survey, and the results for the annual industrial safety contest. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers the increase in subjects covered by Central Office library materials, plans for a new training center, and a description of prestressed concrete methods. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers department cost-saving measures, the effect of highway location on property values, and an organ donor registration program. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers the 50th anniversary of the Minnesota Trunk Highway System and Department of Highways, the history of Minnesota roads, and plans for a new District Headquarters building in Oakdale. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers a proposal to create the Minnesota Department of Transportation, a bomb explosion in the State Office Building, and paving project winners. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers an anthropological film study of Vietnam, the role of district methods engineers, and the department's need for land surveyors. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers the cost of litter removal on highways, speed limit reductions, and grooved pavement. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library