The Papers of Linka (Caroline Keyser) Preus, 1842-1880 | Luther College Archives

Collection Overview

Title: The Papers of Linka (Caroline Keyser) Preus, 1842-1880Add to your cart.

ID: LCA/RG15/Preus, L

Primary Creator: Preus, Linka (1829-1880)

Extent: 14.1 Linear Feet. More info below.

Languages: Norwegian

Scope and Contents of the Materials

Documentation consists of correspondence; photocopies of drawings; loose sketches; other drawings.

Biographical Note

Linka (Caroline Dorothea Margrethe) was born in Kristiansand, Norway July 2, 1829, daughter of Christian Nicolai Keyser and wife Agnes Louise Carlsen. Educated by private tutors; married Herman Amberg Preus May 5, 1851; immigrated to America, 1851; died September 19, 1880.

Administrative Information

Repository: Luther College Archives

Alternate Extent Statement: 14 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

Preferred Citation: Cite unpublished materials: Linka (Caroline Keyser) Preus Papers, RG15 Manuscripts, Luther College Archives, Decorah, Iowa

Finding Aid Revision History:

6/15/24: Abby Bates updated copyright policy link.

11/25/19: EC updated the preferred citation.


Box and Folder Listing


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[Series 1: Correspondence],
[Series 2: Original and Photographs of Linka's Sketches, 1850-1984],
[Series 3: Illustrations and Maps, 1952],
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Series 3: Illustrations and Maps, 1952Add to your cart.
Box 1: Illustrations and Maps for Linka's Diary, 1952Add to your cart.
Folder 1: Illustrations and Maps for Linka's Diary, 1952Add to your cart.

Browse by Series:

[Series 1: Correspondence],
[Series 2: Original and Photographs of Linka's Sketches, 1850-1984],
[Series 3: Illustrations and Maps, 1952],
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