R. D. Zimmerman, author of Death Trance, a novel of hypnotic detection, along with other suspense novels, is interviewed by Eileen Cavanagh, Hennepin County Library.
Solveig Zempel, professor and editor/translator of a book of letters from Norwegian immigrants to their families back home, is interviewed by Solveig Nilsen.
Author of "Grand Avenue," a look at St. Paul's successful and well-known retail and cultural area, and "Mexican Odyssey," reflections on the author's experiences in running the Grand Avenue store of that name; interviewed by Edie Meissner.
John Yewell/Jan DeSirey /Chris Dodge, co-editors of Confronting Columbus, a collection of essays and documents which debunk some of the "myths" associated with the Columbus expeditions to the "new world," are ? interviewed by Sanford Berman.
A fascinating visit to Sumac Press, the world's longest-operating fine press, and an interview with 95-year old printer, publisher and literature teacher Emerson Wulling. At his home in LaCrosse, Emerson talks to Will Powers, Minnesota Historical Society Press, about his long career setting type by hand and printing books on his old hand-fed press.
Adina Wrobleski, author of Suicide: Why? and Suicide: Survivors, which answers questions on why people choose to end their lives, is interviewed by Eileen Cavanagh.
Hanny Wright was born on the island Tjoeme on the west side of the Oslo Fjord on October 27, 1899. She came to the United States as an infant. Mrs. Wright describes her association with St. Ansgar Hospital Auxilliary, of which she was a president for many years. She has also helped organize the Moorhead Camp Fire Girls.
Daniel Wovcha, ecologist and author of "Minnesota's St. Croix River Valley and Anoka Sandplain," a guide to the region's native habitat; interviewed by Steve Benson.
Doug Wood, author of the book Old Turtle and composer and performer of "EarthSongs," a collection of environmental music, is interviewed by Julaine Heit.
Barbara Winter, author of "Making a Living Without a Job: Winning Ways for Creating Work That You Love," is interviewed by Kathleen Baxter, Anoka County Library.
Phil Willkie, the publisher of "The James White Review;' a quarterly gay literary magazine, and "The Gay Nineties," a short story anthology, is interviewed by journalist William Randall Beard.
Terence Williams, founder of the Hazelden Family Program and author of I Won't Wait Up Tonight, a guide to taking care of oneself when living with an alcoholic or addict, is interviewed by David Francis.
Dr. Stephen Wilbers, author of Writing for Business, a compilation of syndicated columns from the Star Tribune which help people improve their business writing skills, is interviewed by Eileen Cavanagh.
Mrs. Marilyn Murray White was born in Columbia, Missouri in 1926, and moved to Moorhead that same year. Mrs. White describes her more than 40 years of involvement with and membership in the First Congregation Church of Moorhead, where she served in many capacities including four years as Church Education Director.
Gladys Westrum was born March 27, 1907 in Moorhead. Mrs. Westrum describes a typical homemaker' day in the age before modern conveniences and how the homemaker's tasks have changed as a result of technology. She discusses the Depression and WWII rationing. She also describes the changes in the attitudes of people toward women working outside of the home.
Thornley F. Wells was born in Cando, North Dakota on July 20, 1901. He came to Moorhead in 1932 to set up a business of his own. Wells reflects upon his many years in Moorhead government, including service as an alderman and as mayor. He also discusses his terms of office as a member of Clay Country Board of Commissioners.
Magnus Wefald was born in 1900 in Hawley, Minnesota and grew up there. Wefald discusses his law practice in Hawley, Minnesota, and his service in the Minnesota State Senate for 12 years. He describes the changes in the law that he has seen over the years. He talks about the community affairs in which he has been involved and his term as mayor.
Bill Weaver discusses his career as a local radio and television personality with WDAY in Fargo from 1953 to 1964. He describes the early days of television, and his activities as a sportscaster and talk show host. Mr. Weaver also discusses his political and business careers and his military service in the US Air Force during World War II.
Patricia Weaver Francisco, novelist, essayist, playwright and author of the acclaimed Cold Feet, is interviewed by Pamela Holt of Hennepin County Library.
Jack Weatherford, anthropology professor and author of Indian Givers: How the Indians of the Americas Transformed the World, is interviewed by Chris Dodge of Hennepin County Library.
Catherine Watson, Star Tribune travel editor and author of Travel Basics, discusses her interesting travel experiences with Sarah Nagle of Hennepin County Library.
Coverage of the reception honoring publication of In the Company of Women: Voices from the Women's Movemetrt by the Minnesota Historical Society Press; included are interviews with the authors, and testimonials from many of the women featured in the book, such as Judge Rosalie Wahl, Arvonne Fraser and Rep. Phyllis Kahn.
In an oral history, Charles Warnberg, a former sheriff of Crow Wing County, talks about the the old jail/sheriff's residence, the state of law enforcement when he was in office, and some the crimes that were committed.
Dr. Frederick Walsh discusses his years as a theatre teacher at North Dakota State University, Fargo. Dr. Walsh discusses his interests in outdoor drama, production at Medora, old and new theaters at NDSU, and his philosophy on the role of the theater in the lives of students.
Scott Walker, editor and publisher at Graywolf Press in the Twin Cities, is interviewed by Edie Meissner of the Friends of the St. Paul Public Library.
Diego Vazquez and Zainab Ali, two writers and contributors to Do You Know Me Now?, an anthology of multicultural writings published by Normandale Community College, are interviewed by the editor Elisabeth Rosenberg.
Susan Varlamoff, author of The Polluters, a personal account of how concerned citizens of Eden Prairie successfully challenged expansion of a local landfill, is interviewed by Eden Prairie Librarian Marge McPeak.
In an oral history, Bill Van Essen talks about his family's restaurant, Van's Cafe, which was a Brainerd landmark. He also discusses other lone-gone Brainerd restaurants, and how eating out and the business community has evolved.
Lynda Van Devanter, author and editor of Visions of War, Dreams of Peace, a collection of poetry by women who served during the Vietnam War, is interviewed by Jan Feye-Stukas.
Reinhold Utke was born and raised in the Enderlin, ND area. Student life at Moorhead State during the depression of the 1930's is the main topic of this interview. Mr. Utke talks about his decision to attend Moorhead State, financing his education, and student living conditions. Social activities, chapel, and student organizations, such as Alpha Epsilon, are also covered.
Jackie Urbanovic, cartoonist, social activist and artist, talks about her various art and illustration projects with Sanford Berman, Hennepin County Library.
Interview with Vivian Tumoikoski. This interview discusses homesteading near One Pine Lake in early 1900. Topics include, dairy farm, chores, milking, bottling, selling, haymaking, and hired help. Vivian also discusses making ice and harvesting ice as well as recreation and family travels.
Author of "The Tree Farm: Replanting a Life," an autobiographical chronicle of the begirming of a new life in the northwoods, originally published in 1977 and recently re-issued by Hungry Mind Press; interviewed by Roger Sween, Mirmesota Library Cooperation Specialist.