Collection Overview
Title: The Papers of Gustav Berdins Wollan, 1886-1941
ID: LCA/RG15/Wollan, G
Creator: Wollan, Gustav Berdins
Extent: 0.2 Linear Feet. More info below.
Scope and Contents of the Materials
Documentation consists of a book containing pen sketches and autograph; letters ; photos; newspaper article photocopies; handwritten manuscript; obituary
Biographical Note
Gustav B. Wollan was born on September 21, 1877 in Glenwood, Minnesota. He graduated from Luther College in 1897 and wrote the college song "To Luther." Wollan had a varied career, including working for the St. Paul Daily News (1911-1920, 1925-1935). In addition, he worked as the executive secretary to Minnesota Governor J.A.O Preus. His sister Clara Wollan was the wife of Luther College professor Orlando W. Qualley. Wollan passed away on May 16, 1935.
Administrative Information
Alternate Extent Statement:
1 box
Use Restrictions:
Though we may hold the property rights, Luther College Archives does not hold the copyrights for all materials. Individuals may use materials for non-commercial, private use, but commercial users must secure permissions from the copyright holders and/or Luther College Archives to reproduce, publish, or quote protected materials and photographs. For more information about the Luther College copyright and fair use policy, please visit https://www.luther.edu/copyright/
Acquisition Source:
O.W. Qualley
Preferred Citation:
Cite unpublished materials: Gustav Berdins Wollan Papers, RG15 Manuscripts, Luther College Archives, Decorah, Iowa
Finding Aid Revision History:
12/02/19: EC updated the preferred citation.
Box and Folder Listing
- Box 1: Papers of Gustav Berdins Wollan, 1886-1941
- Folder 1: Scrapbook of Concerts and Dedication Day Program, 1895
- Folder 2: Invitations to Luther Events, Photos, and Original Manuscripts, 1886-1935
- Folder 3: Inventory Processing Sheets and Original Manuscripts, 1897, 1941