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Miscellaneous Records

 Series
Identifier: (Series 4)

Scope and Contents

The Miscellaneous Records series contains papers about some family members, such as Bernard Dorset’s school papers and letters of sympathy written on the death of J. T. Crawford, one of Nannie Colwell’s uncles. There are several diaries of trips taken by family members, the most complete being that of Nannie Colwell’s first trip to Europe in 1878. There are also notes made by Helen Dorset on her work with the Red Cross and plans made to convert the Dorset family home into a home for the elderly. There are several folders of Helen Dorset’s college notes while at the University of Wisconsin - Madison and Columbia University. Lastly is a folder on Lillian Kosanda who graduated in 1887 and taught in the La Crosse school district. These are mainly related to her teaching in the area.

Dates

  • 1850-1965
  • Majority of material found within 1870 - 1952

Access to Materials

Materials in this collection are available for patron use.

Extent

From the Collection: 6 Cubic Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the La Crosse Public Library Archives Repository

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