The Papers of Herman A. Preus

The Papers of Herman A. Preus, 1846-2000 | Luther College Archives

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Collection Overview

Title: The Papers of Herman A. Preus, 1846-2000

ID: LCA/RG15/Preus, H. A.

Primary Creator: Preus, Herman A. (Herman Amberg) (1896-1995)

Extent: 2.6 Linear Feet. More info below.

Date Acquired: 05/02/2022

Languages: English, Norwegian

Abstract

The papers of pastor and professor Herman A. Preus.

Scope and Contents of the Materials

Collection contains academic files, correspondence, diaries and agenda books, family history research, newsclippings, photographs, programs, and travel-related documentation.

Biographical Note

Born July 28, 1896 at Spring Prairie Wisconsin, son of Christian Keyser (C.K.) Preus and Louisa "Lulla" Hjort Preus. Graduated from Luther College in 1916, served in the Navy, 1920; earned his L.L. B at the University of Minnesota, 1920, earned M.Th at Luther Seminary, 1925, earned PhD from Edinburgh University, 1928. Additionally studied at Menighetsfakultet and University of Oslo in Norwway, in Tubingen, Germany, and in Paris France. Ordained in 1928, served at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota, 1928-1936. Joined faculty of Luther Seminary in 1936. Married Florence Catherine Nesbitt in 1930. Passed away in 1995.

Administrative Information

Repository: Luther College Archives

Alternate Extent Statement: 4 boxes

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/library/copyright

Acquisition Source: Mary Preus

Processing Information: Processed in June-July 2022 and February 2023 by Jessica Trygstad and Hayley Jackson.

Finding Aid Revision History: 6/15/24: Abby Bates updated copyright policy link.

Box and Folder Listing

Browse by Box:

[Box 1: Correspondence, 1846-1984],
[Box 2: Academics, Diaries, Memoirs, Newsclippings, and Travel Records, 1877-2000],
[Box 3: Photographs, 1867-1980, n.d.],
[Box 4: Photographs, 1909-1994, n.d.],
[All]

Box 2: Academics, Diaries, Memoirs, Newsclippings, and Travel Records, 1877-2000

Folder 1: Academics: Article, "Luther on The Universal Priesthood and The Office of Ministry, 1979
Folder 2: Academics: Concordia Seminary Honorary Doctorate, 1967
Folder 3: Academics: Honorary Doctorate from Concordia (Concordia Days), 1967
Folder 4: Academics: Correspondence, Programs, News Clippings and Related Material From Study and Professorship at Luther Seminary, 1922-1977, n.d.
Folder 5: Academics: Correspondence, Programs, Receipts, Photos, and Related Material from Study and Visits to Paris, 1922-1967
Folder 6: Academics: Correspondence, Programs, and Related Material from Study in Edinburgh, 1923-1928
Folder 7: Academics: Faculte Protestante de Paris (Diary, ID Material), 1925-1928
Folder 8: Academics: The International Congress of Archaeology, 1925-1926
Folder 9: Academics: International Lutheran Congress, 1965-1966
Folder 10: Academics: Luther College Activity Programs, 1914-1916
Folder 11: Academics: Luther College Distinguished Service Award, 1969
Folder 12: Academics: Luther College Grade Reports, 1909-1916
Folder 13: Academics: Luther College Heritage Club Certificate, n.d.
Folder 14: Diary / Agenda, 1922
Folder 15: Diary / Agendas / Notebooks, 1928, n.d.
Folder 16: Diary / Agendas, 1960-1961
Folder 17: Luther College: Sorlien Family Reunion, 1990
Folder 18: Newsclippings: Family History and Koren's Funeral Sermon for O.J. Hjort, 1879-1985, n.d.
Folder 19: Newsclippings: Herman A. Preus, 1921-2000, n.d.
Folder 20: Newclippings: Luther College (Programs), 1963-1983, n.d.
Folder 21: Newsclippings: Lutheran History, 1917, n.d.
Folder 22: Newsclippings: Preus Family, 1877-1990, n.d.
Folder 23: Postcards, 1944-1976, n.d.
Folder 24: Travel: Passport, 1922-1926
Folder 25: Travel: Pressed Flowers from Jerusalem, n.d.
Folder 26: Travel: Programs, Pictures, and Receipts from Europe Trip, 1937
Folder 27: H.A. Preus' Memoir Manuscript (1 of 4), n.d.
Folder 28: H.A. Preus' Memoir Manuscript (2 of 4), n.d.
Folder 29: H.A. Preus' Memoir Manuscript (3 of 4), n.d.
Folder 30: H.A. Preus' Memoir Manuscript (4 of 4), n.d.
Folder 31: Vital and Property Records, 1919-1953