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1. Interview with Rabbi Kassel Abelson, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Creator:
Abelson, Kassel
Date Created:
1993-06-24
Description:
In this interview, Rabbi Kassel Abelson speaks of his life, times, and views regarding Judaism. Abelson spent over forty years as senior Rabbi at Beth El synagogue in North Minneapolis and later Saint Louis Park, Minnesota, serving as a leader in the community and as a developer of national Judaic programs and policy. Abelson recalls his family background, his childhood in Brooklyn, his education culminating in the Jewish Theological Seminary in New York in the 1940s (a focus of discussion), his chaplaincy, his arrival and experience at Beth El, relocating to Saint Louis Park from Minneapolis' North Side and actions in setting Judaic policy. The focus of the interview, in addition to Abelson's personal narrative, is on his vision of American Judaism and how it was enacted through various programs and organizations, such as the United Synagogue Youth, in addition to his social justice principles exemplified by his participation in organizations such as the Urban Coalition 1960s on Minneapolis' North Side. This interview was conducted by Dr. Linda Mack Schloff, former director of the Jewish Historical Society of the Upper Midwest, in effort to document the stories of Jewish immigration to and community leaders in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area.
Contributing Institution:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Nathan and Theresa Berman Upper Midwest Jewish Archives
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

2. Net Price Catalog 1905 Printers and Binders Manufacturing Stationers, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Creator:
A.B. Farnham Printing & Stationery Company
Date Created:
1905
Description:
Illustrated trade catalog of stationery and printing supplies, Includes envelopes, Ledgers, receipt books, pencils, pens and ink, stamps, presses, and card index cabinets, among others.
Contributing Institution:
Hennepin County Library, James K. Hosmer Special Collections Library
Type:
Text
Format:
Catalogs

3. Interview with Abdisalam Adam

Creator:
Adam, Abdisalam
Date Created:
2004-06-24
Description:
Abdisalam Adam grew up in Somalia, went to school in Nigeria, and came to the United States on a student visa. Adam worked for a magazine in Madison, Wisconsin, before coming to Minnesota. He has been married and raised a family since moving to Minnesota, and he currently works as an ESL (English as a Second Language) teacher. Subjects discussed include: Growing up in Somalia; attending school in Nigeria; living in Saudi Arabia; moving to the United States on a student visa; first impression of the United States; working for a magazine in Madison, Wisconsin; Somali communities in Minnesota; religious awareness of Minnesotans; Somali weddings; recently visiting Somalia and returning in the future; important aspects of Somali culture; maintaining Islamic and Somali culture in the United States; the role of families in Somali culture; influence of television; opportunities for Somali teens; working as an ESL teacher.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Historical Society
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

4. Interview with Sally Hilleboe Adelson, Regional Oral History Project, Scottsdale, Arizona

Creator:
Adelson, Sally Hilleboe
Description:
Sally Hilleboe Adelson, the first woman in the Fargo-Moorhead area to have her own television show, discusses her involvement with television talk shows. Most of her shows were community based shows. She also did talk shows geared to women in the home and consumer problems.
Contributing Institution:
Heritage Education Commission
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

5. Interview with Indru S. Advani

Creator:
Advani, Indru S.
Date Created:
1994-06-12
Description:
Indru Advani was born in a part of India which is now in Pakistan. He attended school and college in India. He did graduate work in Minnesota. Presently, he is retired. SUBJECTS DISCUSSED: Experiences in India before emigrating, experiences in Kenya, marriage and family, caste system in India, travels to India, family visits, memories of arriving in New York City and Minneapolis, religion, Indo-American Association at the University of Minnesota, experiences singing, socializing in the Indian community, work history, retaining and passing on cultural values, maintaining family ties, future plans, American values of home and homestead.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Historical Society
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

6. Interview with Russell Anderson, Minnesota Supreme Court Historical Society Oral History Project, St. Paul, Minnesota

Creator:
Anderson, Russell Albert, 1942-
Date Created:
2018-07-23
Description:
Interview with former Minnesota Supreme Court Chief Justice Russell A. Anderson on his life and legal and judicial career. Russell A. Anderson was appointed to the Minnesota Supreme Court in 1998. He was appointed Chief Justice effective in 2006 and retired in 2008. Subjects discussed: his childhood and family, his legal career, and his experiences as a judge. Interviewed by Susan M. Holden at the studio of Minnesota Continuing Education.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota State Law Library
Type:
Moving Image
Format:
Oral histories

7. Genetic Control and Christian Values from "Old Drums to March By" 1971 Founders Week, Bethel College & Seminary, St. Paul, Minnesota

Creator:
Anderson, V. Elving
Date Created:
1971-02
Description:
V. Elving Anderson lecture recorded during Founders Week, February 1-5, 1971. Note: The written transcript which accompanies this audio recording varies from the audio file. This written transcript is the basic text of the sermon; but slight variances in speech patterns and language will be found in the audio recording.
Contributing Institution:
Bethel University
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Lectures

8. Interview with Belen Andrada

Creator:
Andrada, Belen S.
Date Created:
2010-12-01
Description:
Belen Andrada was born in Butuan, in the southern Philippines. After World War II, Belen finished college with a bachelor's degree in math from Santo Tomas in Manila. She came to the U.S. as a master's degree student at the University of Chicago. After marrying she moved to Minnesota and worked in area high schools. She continues to be active in the Filipino community. Subjects discussed include: parents, growing up, World War II, Japanese occupation of the Philippines, college, immigrating, the Filipino community in the 1950s in Minnesota, and the Filipino since the 1950.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Historical Society
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

9. An Illustrated Historical Atlas of the State of Minnesota

Creator:
Andreas, Alfred Theodore, 1839-1900
Date Created:
1874
Description:
One atlas (394 pages), illustrated, maps (part colored), portraits, 46 cm. Minnesota Historical Society reserve copy originally purchased in 1874 by Christian Schrade of Lakeland, Minnesota. In 1981, it was donated to Minnesota Historical Society by Myrtle P. Schrade, a descendant of Christian Schrade.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Historical Society
Type:
Cartographic
Format:
Maps

10. Fifteenth Annual Report of the Forestry Commissioner of Minnesota for the Year 1909

Creator:
Andrews, Christopher C.
Date Created:
1910-06-40
Description:
Published fifteenth annual report of the Forestry Commissioner (formerly Chief Fire Warden) with special emphasis on summarizing 1909 fires, fire prevention, and reforestation needs.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Text
Format:
Reports

11. Sixteenth Annual Report of the Forestry Commissioner of Minnesota for the Year 1910

Creator:
Andrews, Christopher C.
Date Created:
1911-04-08
Description:
Published sixteenth annual report of the Forestry Commissioner (formerly Chief Fire Warden) with special emphasis on summarizing 1910 fires, fire prevention, and reforestation needs.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry
Type:
Text
Format:
Reports

12. The Hospital and Home Messenger

Creator:
Asbury Hospital
Date Created:
1902
Description:
This report summarizes the activities of Asbury Hospital for the year of 1901. The report contains the articles of incorporation and lists the names of Asbury Hospital officers, directors, the executive committee, medical faculty, and dispensary staff. It Contains reports from the superintendent of deaconess work, the superintending nurse, the Deaconess Aid Society, and the treasurer. The medical statistical report lists diseases treated and surgical operations. Also includes the number of patients admitted, patients' religious denominations, residences, and nationalities. The names of contributors to Asbury Hospital are given. Includes rules and regulations for patients and visitors. The report also includes a section for the Nurses' Training School listing the graduates from 1894-1901 and the curriculum.
Contributing Institution:
Hennepin County Library, James K. Hosmer Special Collections Library
Type:
Text
Format:
Reports

13. Interview with Bill Asp, Minitex Oral History Project, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Creator:
Asp, William G.
Date Created:
2010-09-17
Description:
William Asp served as Minnesota State Librarian from 1975-1996. In the interview he reflects on early 20th century resource sharing among libraries belonging to the Twin Cities Library Club, Regional Public Library System development, early library automation in Minnesota, and the Extension of Access Law (1987 law passed that required the counties to levy a tax for public library service and join a regional public library system). This interview also includes an audio recording, recording table of contents, transcript, and photograph of the interviewee.
Contributing Institution:
Minitex
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

14. A Quarter Century of Work Among the Poor 1884 - 1909 Including The 25th Annual Report of the Associated Charities of Minneapolis

Creator:
Associated Charities of Minneapolis, Minnesota
Date Created:
1909-12-31
Description:
Summary of statistical and financial data for the Associated Charities. Includes a summary of the first 25 years of the Charity. Frank L. McVey stepped down as president and was replaced by Joseph R. Kingman. The Anti-Tuberculosis Committee held an exhibition at various locations throughout the city, during which 59,200 pieces of printed matter were distributed. Photographs include: George A. Brackett, a founder of the Associated Charities; Frank L. McVey, president of the Association; Contrasting images of Minneapolis in the past and present; Portraits of Pioneers of Minneapolis charity; Lodging facilities in Minneapolis and New York; Nurses writing reports during office hours.
Contributing Institution:
Hennepin County Library, James K. Hosmer Special Collections Library
Type:
Text
Format:
Reports

15. "City-Wide Social Service" The Associated Charities of Minneapolis Twenty-Ninth Annual Report

Creator:
Associated Charities of Minneapolis, Minnesota
Date Created:
1913-12-31
Description:
Summary of statistical and financial data for the Associated Charities. Budget campaigns create a new era in the history of charity work in Minneapolis. "Mothers Pension" bill passed the legislature. A new department "The Bureau of Legal Aid" began work April 15. Recommendations provided for the year 1914. Small photographs and icons throughout report.
Contributing Institution:
Hennepin County Library, James K. Hosmer Special Collections Library
Type:
Text
Format:
Reports

16. "Considering the Poor" 24th Annual Report of the Associated Charities of Minneapolis

Creator:
Associated Charities of Minneapolis, Minnesota
Date Created:
1908-12-31
Description:
Summary of statistical and financial data for the Associated Charities. Report discusses four ways of "considering the poor and their poverty" and the accomplishments of the charity in regards to these: assisting the individual, raising standards of philanthropic work in Minneapolis, arousing the social conscience, and promoting corrective and preventive movements. Photographs include: camp for tuberculosis children; houses on the River Flats, home to the Slavic Fellow-citizens; A family on the Flats; The information and employment desk.
Contributing Institution:
Hennepin County Library, James K. Hosmer Special Collections Library
Type:
Text
Format:
Reports

17. The 27th Annual Report of the Associated Charities of Minneapolis, "A Social Service Institution"

Creator:
Associated Charities of Minneapolis, Minnesota
Date Created:
1911-12-31
Description:
Summary of statistical and financial data for the Associated Charities. 1911 marked the largest volume of work in the history of the organization. Sixty public addresses were given on various subjects at churches and before women's and men's clubs. The secretary conducted a course at the State University titled "Course in Economic Conditions in Large Cities."
Contributing Institution:
Hennepin County Library, James K. Hosmer Special Collections Library
Type:
Text
Format:
Reports

18. The 26th Annual Report of the Associated Charities of Minneapolis, "Many-Sided Charity"

Creator:
Associated Charities of Minneapolis, Minnesota
Date Created:
1910-12-31
Description:
Summary of statistical and financial data for the Associated Charities. Defines the purpose and goals of the Charity and how funds are spent. Includes brief reports by each committee chairman. During this year a study began to investigate the spread of tuberculosis in families.
Contributing Institution:
Hennepin County Library, James K. Hosmer Special Collections Library
Type:
Text
Format:
Reports

19. Twenty-Second Annual Report of The Associated Charities of Minneapolis, Minnesota

Creator:
Associated Charities of Minneapolis, Minnesota
Date Created:
1906-12-31
Description:
Summary of statistical and financial data for the Associated Charities. Associated Charities dealt with 954 new cases and 872 cases previously known to the Association. A change in the by-laws made December 31 the end of the fiscal year instead of September 30. Statistics for the three months from October to December 1906 are included in this report. The thirty-fourth annual meeting of the National Conference of Charities and Correction was to be held in Minneapolis June 12-19, 1907.
Contributing Institution:
Hennepin County Library, James K. Hosmer Special Collections Library
Type:
Text
Format:
Reports

20. Twenty-third Annual Report of the Associated Charities of Minneapolis

Creator:
Associated Charities of Minneapolis, Minnesota
Date Created:
1907-12-31
Description:
Summary of statistical and financial data for the Associated Charities. Fewer applications were submitted compared to the year before. Thirty percent of cases consisted of women without male support. A Social Service Club was organized in September to foster personal acquaintance and co-operation among those interested in social work. Discussion around the development of a physical examination system for school children. Report includes three photographs: One of the records on file for quick reference, one of a Visiting Nurse on her "Errands of Mercy" in a snow storm, and another of a group of children in need.
Contributing Institution:
Hennepin County Library, James K. Hosmer Special Collections Library
Type:
Text
Format:
Reports

21. Geologic atlas of Hennepin County, Minnesota, C-4, Plate 1, Data Base

Creator:
Balaban, N.H.; Bloomgren, Bruce A.; Tipping, Robert G.; Wahl, Timothy E.
Date Created:
1989
Description:
Map showing locations of water wells, soil borings, outcrops and cuttings samples collected during water well drilling. Distribution and sources of primary information tthat guide the geologic interpretations used to make the geologic maps in the series, scale 1:100,000, Hennepin County. Electronic file available at: ftp://mgsftp2.mngs.umn.edu/map_catalog/pdf/umn22234.pdf
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Geological Survey
Type:
Cartographic
Format:
Maps

22. Geologic atlas of Washington County, Minnesota, C-5, Plate 1, Data Base

Creator:
Balaban, N.H.; Cleland, Jane M.; Tipping, Robert G.; Bloomgren, Bruce A.; Meints, Joyce
Date Created:
1990
Description:
Map showing locations of water wells, soil borings, outcrops and cuttings samples collected during water well drilling. Distribution and sources of primary information tthat guide the geologic interpretations used to make the geologic maps in the series, scale 1:100,000, Washington County. Electronic file available at: ftp://mgsftp2.mngs.umn.edu/map_catalog/pdf/umn22250.pdf
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Geological Survey
Type:
Cartographic
Format:
Maps

23. Geologic atlas of Dakota County, Minnesota, C-6, Plate 1, Data Base

Creator:
Balaban, N.H.; Hobbs, Howard C.; Cleland, Jane M.; Wahl, Timothy E.; Bloomgren, Bruce A.
Date Created:
1990
Description:
Map showing locations of water wells, soil borings, outcrops and cuttings samples collected during water well drilling. Distribution and sources of primary information tthat guide the geologic interpretations used to make the geologic maps in the series, scale 1:100,000, Dakota County. Electronic file available at: ftp://mgsftp2.mngs.umn.edu/map_catalog/pdf/umn22257.pdf
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Geological Survey
Type:
Cartographic
Format:
Maps

24. Big Marine / Maple Island Park Reserve Master Plan, Washington County, Minnesota

Creator:
Barton-Aschman Associates
Date Created:
1987 - 1988
Description:
Master plan for the Big Marine Maple Island Park Reserve. The objective of the master plan is to provide a comprehensive understanding and documentatio of the facility's acquisiont, dvelopment and philosophy based on the site's natural resources, government policy and community participation.
Contributing Institution:
Washington County - Parks Division
Type:
Text
Format:
Reports

25. Grey Cloud Island Regional Park Master Plan, Washington County, Minnesota

Creator:
Barton-Aschman Associates
Date Created:
1994
Description:
Master plan for the Grey Cloud Island Regional Park. The objective of the master plan is to provide a comprehensive understanding and documentatio of the facility's acquisiont, dvelopment and philosophy based on the site's natural resources, government policy and community participation.
Contributing Institution:
Washington County - Parks Division
Type:
Text
Format:
Reports
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