The collection is composed of manuscripts, correspondence, galley proofs, research, books and publications related to her published works of fiction and nonfiction.
The general material is composed of Norris' juvenilia from Bennington College, instructors' mid-term and final reports of her course work from college, and biographies and interviews of Norris conducted by various media organizations. Also included is a collection of notebooks from the early 1970's to 2009. These notebooks are spiral bound and appear to be daily journals with notes and drafts of poems and essays. They also contain postcards, clippings, business cards, prayer cards, photographs, recipes, etc. Of note is the manuscript for “Elizabeth Kray’s Letters, Memos, and Notes to Marie Bullock: Two Great Ladies of American Poetry”. A 1937 edition of “Conversation at Midnight” by Edna St. Vincent Millay and signed by John H. Norris is also included.
Poetry is composed of Norris' poetry in anthologies, books, catalogs, chapbooks, contributions, and periodicals. These publications all include Norris' poetry, and some also include works by her husband, David Dwyer, (this will be noted on the front of the folder).
Nonfiction books consist of draft and annotated manuscript pages, galley proofs, cover art and typeface layout, book jackets, book notes, correspondence, research, reviews, audio books, international editions, promotional material, book tour information, advance proofs, hard cover and paperback books. Material varies with each book title. This material is arranged alphabetically by publication title.
Other writings consist mainly of essays, reviews, and sermons published in journals, anthologies, books, textbooks, etc. Also included are scripture reflections for daily devotions, Afterword’s, Forewords, Introductions, Prefaces, and Symposia to which Norris has contributed.
Works mentioning Norris are also included. They are composed of publications with articles mention Kathleen Norris.

Baseball field and empty bleachers of Estadio Latinoamerica, Latin America Stadium, in Havana, Cuba

Lillian Gibson roses, developed by N.E. Hansen, were named for Mrs. Charles W. Pugsley at the request of her husband, Charles W. Pugsley, who was president of South Dakota State College from 1923-1940

The Linda Hall Daschle Collection is composed of records created and collected by Linda Daschle during her career in aviation and her husband's career in the U.S. Congress. Included are awards and recognition that she received related to her work for various private and federal aviation associations and offices. Her collection also contains materials such as correspondence, press clips, and audio-visual recordings created during her career in the Federal Aviation Administration. Of note are letters from President Clinton and Vice President Gore, and remarks by Gore at the International Conference on Aviation Safety and Security in 1997.

Collected materials such as correspondence, trip schedules, weekly reports, and clippings from Tom Daschle's political career are included, as well as numerous audio-visual recordings of his speeches, interviews, and other activities. The remainder of the collection is comprised of plans, materials, and clippings of Tom Daschle's campaigns for the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate, particularly the races against Clint Roberts and James Abdnor.

Man showing the horse "Captain Dan" at the 1937 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Men stock fitting a horse at the 1937 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Doyle Barton, Huron, South Dakota, with the sheep fitting at the 1938 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Woman with a cow in the arena at the 1939 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Little International Queen in a buggy pulled by a pony in the arena at the 1939 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Musicians entertain the crowd at the 1940 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Man showing a pig at the 1940 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Woman milking a cow in the arena at the 1940 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Display of farm machinery in the arena at the 1941 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Robert Dailey with the Fitting and Showmanship Champion in the Beef Cattle Division at the 1941 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Military cadets presenting arms to the judges at the table in the arena at the 1941 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Cow judging in the arena at the 1942 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Swine judging in the arena at the 1942 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Men with brooms in their hands riding ponies in the arena at the 1942 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Military cadet posing for a photo at the 1943 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Woman and two men are announcers at the 1943 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Man showing a horse in the arena at the 1943 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Man showing a cow in the arena at the 1943 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Bum band at the 1943 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Kenneth Lounsbery won best freshman in the Horse Division at the 1946 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Women participants in the cow milking contest in the arena at the 1946 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Man showing a pig in the arena at the 1946 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Women is milking a cow in the arena at the 1947 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Cattle judging in the arena at the 1947 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Swine judging in the arena at the 1947 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Tumbling team provides entertainment for the crowd in the arena at the 1947 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Tumbling team provides entertainment for the crowd in the arena at the 1948 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Block and Bridle Club booth at the 1948 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College. Sign reads: B. From Fleece to Fabric.

Man showing a cow in the arena at the 1948 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Men shearing sheep at the 1949 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Trophy presentation at the 1949 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Man handing a plaque to another man during a banquet at the 1949 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

People looking at house plants in the Horticulture booth at the 1949 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Group of winners at the 1949 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College. Signs read: Wheat King Little International 1949. Most Outstanding Clothing Entry Little International 1949.

Barbershop quartet entertaining the crowd at the 1949 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Horse judging in the arena at the 1950 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Students judging wool at the 1950 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

People looking at a display of farm machinery at the 1950 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Swine judging in the arena at the 1951 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Men erecting the false barn wall for the 1951 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Man brushing the tail of a cow getting it ready for the stock show at the 1951 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Man holding a trophy and stands with his winning cow in the arena during the 1951 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Cattle judging in the arena during the 1951 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Wool judging at the 1952 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Sheep judging in the arena at the 1952 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Man holding a trophy is with his prize cow at the 1952 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Publicity shots for the 1952 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College. Delan Wood, Dick Luther and Wilfred Wollase shearing sheep.

Cattle judging in the arena at the 1952 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Publicity shots for the 1953 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College. Three men and a Hereford cow outside in the snow.

George B. German, WNAX radio, conducting an interview at the 1953 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Winners holding their trophies at the 1953 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Man stands next to his prize horse at the 1953 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Style show at the 1954 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Publicity show for the 1954 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College. A man with a cow stand in the arena. Two women stand by the fence petting the cow. The false barn is in the background. Lettering on the barn read 31st Little International.

Empty arena at the 1954 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Cattle judging in the arena at the 1954 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Cattle judging in the arena at the 1954 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Two people with a cow at the 1955 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Men riding ponies at the 1955 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Man with his prize winning sheep at the 1955 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Two men and a woman talking at the 1956 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College. One man is handing something to the woman.

Men stands in front of farm machinery with signs that read, "Accurate, durable economy," at the 1956 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College. He has a stick pointing at a sign that reads, "Corn borer control granulat DDT."

Two men on horseback holding a U.S. flag and a State of South Dakota in the arena at the 1956 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College. The false barn wall is behind them.

Man cutting meat during the meat judging competition at the 1956 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Three little girls wearing dresses stand on a stage for the Home Economics fashion show at the 1956 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Group of men pose for a photograph in front of the false barn wall at the 1957 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Three men entertain on the stage of the 1957 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College. One man is singing, one is playing the guitar, and one is playing the drums.

Six women and a Hereford cow pose for a publicity shot for at the 1957 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Cattle judging in the arena the 1958 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College. The stage and false barn wall is in the background.

Five women and a little girls model clothing during a fashion show at the 1958 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

People looking at a display of tractors at the machine show during the 1958 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Two men looks at ears of corn while other people look at seed samples during the 1958 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Man holding a trophy holds the reins of his prize winning cow during the 1958 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Sheep judging in the arena the 1958 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College. The false barn wall is in the background.

Cattle judging in the arena the 1958 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Horse judging in the arena the 1958 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College. The stage and false barn wall is in the background.

Hereford bull judging in the area at the 1959 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Crew constructing the arena floor in the gymnasium at South Dakota State College in preparation for the 1959 Little International Exposition.

Crew erecting the false barn wall in the gymnasium at South Dakota State College in preparation for the 1959 Little International Exposition.

Roger Hunsley holds a trophy while kneeling by his prize winning hog at the 1959 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Arena is being constructed in the gymnasium at South Dakota State College in preparation for the 1959 Little International Exposition.

Three men hold a trophy while standing behind a table full of trophies at the 1959 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Woman standing by a set dinner table in the Home Economics exhibit at the 1959 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College. She is wearing a traditional Scandinavian folk costume.

Drill team of women wearing shorts and holding round disks walk through the arena at the 1960 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College. The audience watches from the stands.

Three clowns and a cow pose for a photograph in the arena at the 1960 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College. One clown is holding a balloon.

Man playing a trumpet while a woman accompanies him on a piano on the stage at the 1960 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Woman wearing a bonnet is in a home economics kitchen classroom holding her prize winning pie at the 1960 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Vernon Voss, winner of the poultry contest, is holding a carton of eggs at the poultry exhibit at the 1960 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College. There are many other cartons of eggs on the table in front of him.

Men with their entries for hog judging wrangle their animals while a judge watches in the arena at the 1961 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College.

Man assists Sondra Hause, the 1961 Little International Queen exit a buggy at South Dakota State College. The buggy driver is to the right.

Horse judging in the arena at the 1961 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College. Men stand by their animals to the right while a judge inspect them. The false barn wall is in the background.

Men lead their horse around the arena for judging at the 1962 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College. The audience watches from the stands in the background.

Men lead their cows around the arena for judging at the 1962 Little International Exposition at South Dakota State College. The audience watches from the stands in the background.