Business Records: Correspondence

Business Records: Correspondence

Business Records: Correspondence

Business Records: Correspondence

Business Records: Correspondence

Business Records: Closing, Correspondence

Business Records: Closing

Business Records: Beginnings

The Marcus S. Zuber Papers consist of a single box of personal and professional materials documenting Zuber’s career in corn breeding research. The collection is composed primarily of scrapbooks containing newspaper clippings, certificates, photographs, news releases, and correspondence. It also includes diplomas representing Zuber’s academic achievements—a B.S. from South Dakota State College, M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from Iowa State College, and an honorary degree from South Dakota State University—as well as a citation from the Army Service Forces for the Army Commendation Ribbon. These materials provide a detailed record of Zuber’s contributions to agricultural science and public recognition of his service and achievements.

Man standing on a stone walkway by a small fence by a plot of plant near the Trans-Siberian Railway in northern China; written in pencil on the back: On Siberian Railway 1924

Man standing on a stone walkway by a small fence by a plot of plant near the Trans-Siberian Railway in northern China; written in pencil on the back: On Siberian Railway 1924

Men selling pears by the Trans-Siberian Railway east of Harbin, China while other walk by; written in pencil on the back: Chinese selling pears on East Siberian Railway east of Harbin, 1924

Man feeding chickens in Saolin in northern China where N.E. Hansen was conducting research on pears; written in pencil on the back: Saolin, Manchuria 1924 North China pear research

Man with a carrying pole on his shoulders and a basket full of pears at N.E. Hansen's headquarters while conducting pear research at Saolin in northern China; written in pencil on the back: North China 1924

Man with a carrying pole on his shoulders and two baskets full of pears at N.E. Hansen's headquarters while conducting pear research at Saolin in northern China; written in pencil on the back: North China 1924

Man with a carrying pole on his shoulders is with another man and a young child in front of N.E. Hansen's headquarters while conducting pear research at Saolin in northern China; written in pencil on the back: North China 1924

The Linda Hall Daschle Papers document the professional achievements and public service of Linda Hall Daschle, particularly in the aviation sector, alongside selected materials related to her husband, Senator Tom Daschle’s political career. The collection spans from the early 1960s through the early 2000s and includes personal memorabilia, professional correspondence, press clippings, publications, and extensive audio-visual content.

Materials in the collection reflect Linda Daschle’s pioneering roles in federal aviation policy, including her tenure at the Civil Aeronautics Board and as Deputy Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration. The papers include awards, plaques, certificates, and commemorative items that mark key milestones in her career, as well as documentation of her public recognition by professional aviation organizations and federal institutions. A significant portion of the collection consists of VHS recordings of interviews, speeches, public service announcements, and events in which Daschle participated or was featured, illustrating her influence and visibility within the field.

The collection also preserves materials related to her early life, including beauty pageant recognition, and her civic engagement beyond aviation, such as her involvement with women’s and Native American organizations.

Complementing Linda Daschle’s materials are documents from Tom Daschle’s congressional and senatorial campaigns, including campaign plans, collected clippings, scheduling documents, and promotional materials. The audiovisual content also includes campaign advertisements, speeches, interviews, and farewell remarks, providing context to his political trajectory and public service legacy.

Overall, the collection offers insight into Linda Hall Daschle’s contributions to federal aviation policy, her role as a trailblazing woman in government service, and the broader political and public life of the Daschle family.

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

This collection was compiled by Lawrence Hunt’s daughter, Gayle (Hunt) Matz, and documents aspects of Hunt’s personal history and family legacy. It includes a short biography written by Matz, an audio cassette recording titled Grandy Hunt 1918–1989, in which Lawrence Hunt shares memories of the Great Depression and his World War II service, and seven digital photographs. The cassette was recorded by Hunt’s granddaughter, Erin, as part of a school project. Materials offer insight into 20th-century American family life and military service through a personal narrative lens.

5 black-and-white photographs

14 black-and-white photographs

Miller's Talk, correspondence, conference booklet

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

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 Krays 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, 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.

Karakul fat tailed sheep were white long haired woolen sheep found in Turkistan that N.E. Hansen urged should be imported to the United States for dry hot regions like Arizona and New Mexico

The Joye Ann Billow Papers document the professional career, family history, and personal interests of Dr. Billow, a longtime faculty member of the South Dakota State University College of Pharmacy. The collection includes awards, honors, correspondence, curricula vitae, and publications reflecting her academic contributions. Materials also document her role in organizing the South Dakota Tours for new faculty in 2000 and 2001, including packets, correspondence, and photographs.

Personal and family materials form a substantial portion of the papers. These include biographical portraits, school photographs, yearbooks, baby books, and family correspondence. Genealogical documents from the Billow, Pierce, Herb, and Lux families are present, along with memorial books and condolence materials. A large scrapbook contains family genealogical records such as birth, confirmation, and marriage certificates, as well as collected correspondence and memorabilia.

The collection is especially rich in photographs, encompassing portraits, family groups, travels, and collected images, as well as images related to ceramics, clocks, and other objects. In addition, the papers contain Dr. Billow’s original artwork, including watercolors, ink drawings, and sketches, which reflect her artistic pursuits after retirement.

This collection is a resource for documentation of Dr. Billow’s three decades of service to pharmacy education at SDSU and her broader contributions to campus governance and community organizations. It preserves the history of faculty professional service at a land-grant university and highlights the integration of academic work with community engagement. The extensive genealogical and family materials provide insight into the Billow and Pierce families of Pennsylvania and South Dakota connections, while the inclusion of original art illustrates Dr. Billow’s creative endeavors following her academic career. Together, the papers present a multifaceted record of professional achievement, family heritage, and personal expression.

The John E. Miller Papers document the academic, professional, and scholarly contributions of Dr. John E. Miller, longtime faculty member in the Department of History at South Dakota State University. The collection includes course materials, oral history interviews, public talks and presentations, manuscripts, published works, and extensive research files. The bulk of the collection centers on Miller’s nationally recognized work on Laura Ingalls Wilder and Rose Wilder Lane, but also reflects his broader research interests in American history, democracy, political culture, and Midwestern small-town life.

The general material series includes correspondence, photographs, awards, articles about Miller, and records of his involvement with organizations such as the South Dakota Humanities Council, South Dakota State Historical Society, Phi Kappa Phi, and the Midwestern History Association. Course materials reflect Miller’s teaching of U.S. history, South Dakota history, American political thought, and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute courses following his retirement. Talks and presentations span decades of academic conferences, workshops, and public panels, including participation in the Dakota History Conference and Laurapalooza.

The interviews series includes oral histories with figures such as George McGovern and John Wooden, as well as SDSU faculty and administrators. Early recordings were created on audiocassette and later on digital media; some are accompanied by transcripts and release forms. The writings series includes manuscripts, book proposals, article drafts, encyclopedia entries, and collaborative works. Sixteen boxes are devoted to Miller’s research and writing on Laura Ingalls Wilder and her family, comprising handwritten notes, research from archival sources, critiques of other Wilder scholars, and drafts of his own publications.

Miller’s research files cover a wide range of historical figures and topics such as democracy, elections, U.S. and South Dakota history, creativity, and popular culture. Subject files include material on Johnny Carson, Walt Disney, Sam Walton, and Lawrence Welk, as well as materials related to his books Looking for History on Highway 14 and South Dakota State University: A Pictorial History, 1881–2006. Also included are Brookings County historical research drawn from the Donald D. Parker Collection; materials related to the Brookings County Democratic Party donated by Ruby Mershon; and artwork and records concerning Hubert B. Mathews and Hubert Jean Mathieu.

Audiovisual and digital content includes 231 audiocassettes, 10 digital recorders, 17 CDs, 1 DVD, 18 USB flash drives, 24 SD cards, and born-digital materials. These recordings document interviews, lectures, and research materials gathered over the course of his career.

This collection is especially valuable for its preservation of the scholarly legacy of one of South Dakota’s foremost historians. Miller’s research on Laura Ingalls Wilder contributed significantly to American literary and cultural history, and his oral histories and writings provide rich documentation of South Dakota’s political, educational, and social landscape. The materials reflect the intellectual and civic life of the region, while also offering insight into the historian’s role as teacher, writer, and public scholar. The breadth and depth of this collection make it an essential resource for the study of Midwestern identity, public history, American democracy, and the institutional history of South Dakota State University.

The Jay Dirksen Papers document his tenure as Track and Field and Cross Country coach at South Dakota State University from 1969 to 1977. The collection is composed primarily of files on student-athletes coached by Dirksen, containing record sheets of training programs, correspondence, clippings, photographs, and data related to the running careers of individual athletes. These records provide detailed insight into the development, performance, and achievements of numerous SDSU runners during this period.

In addition to athlete files, the collection includes extensive materials from Dirksen’s research on cross country running, spanning from 1957 to 1981. This research encompasses training methods, physiological data, and evaluations of performance, reflecting both experimental and applied approaches to distance running. The presence of running articles compiled between 1979 and 2008 further demonstrates Dirksen’s long-term engagement with the field of cross country and track.

The collection is a resource documenting collegiate athletics at South Dakota State University during the 1960s and 1970s, as well as its contribution to the study of endurance training and cross country running. The athlete files illustrate the careers of numerous individuals who competed under Dirksen’s guidance, while the research files highlight his role in advancing training practices that influenced distance running programs at SDSU and beyond.

The James N. Dornbush Papers document the career of James N. Dornbush as a professor of civil engineering at South Dakota State University and as an environmental engineering consultant through Dorand Engineering Services. The collection highlights Dornbush’s contributions to water pollution control, sanitary engineering, and wastewater treatment in South Dakota and the northern Great Plains.

A substantial portion of the collection relates to the Big Stone Power Plant and Dornbush’s experiments in water monitoring and pollution control. These records include annual and quarterly reports, field files, groundwater and surface water sampling data, laboratory analyses, cooling pond and Minnesota River studies, civil engineering blueprints, geotechnical studies, correspondence, and progress reports spanning the late 1960s through the early 1980s. These materials reflect the monitoring and evaluation of environmental impacts associated with a major regional power facility.

The Dorand Engineering Services records document Dornbush’s independent consulting work for municipalities, industries, and tribal entities. The bulk of this series includes files on Chef Reddy Foods, Fairfield Products, McCain Foods, and the City of Watertown, South Dakota. Other consulting projects cover wastewater stabilization ponds, landfill assessments, aquifer protection, and litigation support across the region. Records consist of reports, data sets, correspondence, maps, blueprints, and legal documentation.

Collected material in the papers consists of technical reports, researcher abstracts, city and county planning documents, Environmental Protection Agency manuals, aquifer and soil surveys, and environmental impact statements. Included are materials on the Garrison Diversion Unit, OAHE Unit, James River planning, Missouri Basin water development, and symposia proceedings. Long runs of professional newsletters and journals, such as the Clarifier and Opflow, provide additional context for developments in sanitary engineering.

The collection also contains Dornbush’s personal and academic papers, including university correspondence, class lectures, research data, charts, and student theses and oral examinations. Materials from conferences and seminars, including the Operators Short Courses, illustrate Dornbush’s role in professional training and community outreach. Together, these records provide a comprehensive view of Dornbush’s work at the intersection of engineering research, teaching, consulting, and environmental regulation during a period of expanding public concern with water quality and pollution control.

James Abourezk and George McGovern flanked by South Dakota basketball coaches in Cuba

James Abourezk and George McGovern speaking with Raul Castro and unidentifed woman in Cuba

Photographer taking pictures of James Abourezk speaking with unidentified men seated in a restaurant

James Abourezk smiling and dining with others in Cuba

James Abourezk talking and dining with others in Cuba

James Abourezk smiling and dining with others in Cuba

James Abourezk talking and dining with others in Cuba

James Abourezk speaking to unidentified woman in Cuba

James Abourezk and George McGovern sitting and talking with a man in Cuba

James Abourezk and George McGovern sitting and talking with a man in Cuba

James Abourezk and George McGovern sitting and talking with a man in Cuba

James Abourezk and George McGovern flanked by South Dakota basketball coaches in Cuba

James Abourezk and George McGovern sitting and talking with unidentified man in Cuba

The Jackrabbit Athletics Records document the history, administration, and activities of South Dakota State University's athletics programs. The materials cover a wide range of sports and administrative functions from the early years of athletic participation to the university's transition to NCAA Division I status.

The collection includes administrative files related to academic advising, compliance, development, equipment, facilities, marketing and promotion, operations, the Jackrabbit Sports Network, and the ticket office. These are represented through annual reports, brochures, event programs, handbooks, newsletters, photographs, mascot design materials, and promotional mailers. Physical artifacts include banners, jerseys, t-shirts, and caps.

Records of the Athletics Committee consist of extensive meeting minutes and budget files. These documents provide insight into the financial and policy decisions guiding SDSU athletics.

Sport-specific files include materials on baseball, men's and women's basketball, cross country, equestrian, football, gymnastics, rodeo, soccer, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field, volleyball, and wrestling. These records contain media guides, fact books, programs, clippings, record books, and photographs. Cross country and track and field are especially well represented, with detailed documentation of results, workout plans, training strategies, and performance research.

The publications series features long-running serials such as the Rabbit Report (1978 to 2014) and The Bum (1956 to 2017). While incomplete, these publications offer a chronological narrative of SDSU athletics, including coverage of team performance, individual athletes, and university sports culture.

Other notable contents include materials related to special events such as the Beef Bowl, Festival of Champions, Jackrabbit Stampede Rodeo, and Jackrabbit Jamboree. There are also records documenting strategic planning for the transition to Division I, including the Division I Study and related correspondence.

The collection also reflects broader aspects of campus athletics, such as intramural sports, recreational programming, student wellness, and athlete recognition.

This collection provides a view of the development of collegiate athletics at South Dakota State University. It is a valuable resource for researchers studying the history of intercollegiate sports, athletic program administration, the student-athlete experience, gender in sports, sports marketing, and the evolution of athletics at land-grant institutions.

The J.P. Hendrickson Papers are composed of material collected by Hendrickson in connection with his work on constitutional reform in South Dakota and his contributions to local government in Brookings. The collection spans from 1885 to 2002, with the bulk of the material dating from 1968 to 1998. Included are commission documents, reports, minutes, drafts, correspondence, and research files related to the South Dakota Constitutional Revision Commission, the Citizens Commission on Executive Reorganization, and other committees examining state and local governance.

The papers contain extensive records of constitutional study, including annotated drafts, comparative analyses, staff reports, constitutional amendments, and testimony. Minutes and supporting material document the activities of the Constitutional Revision Commission from its inception through the mid-1970s. Additional files include official election returns, legislative reports, and legal cases affecting constitutional interpretation. Hendrickson’s work on the Brookings Home Rule Charter is reflected in records, drafts, speeches, and correspondence from the 1990s. The collection also contains publications, atlases, government handbooks, municipal records, and newsletters that provided context for his teaching, research, and public service.

This collection documents J.P. Hendrickson’s role as a political scientist, educator, and civic leader in shaping South Dakota’s constitutional and governmental framework during the late twentieth century. The materials highlight his contributions to the South Dakota Constitutional Revision Commission (1969–1975), his involvement in the development of state governance reforms, and his authorship of the Brookings Home Rule Charter in 1996. The collection preserves the debates, proposals, and documentation of statewide constitutional change, while also illustrating Hendrickson’s influence on local governance in Brookings. Together, these records provide an essential resource for understanding constitutional reform, political restructuring, and civic engagement in South Dakota.

Itinerarium Banjaminis
Lvgd. Batavorum [Leiden]: officinal Elziviriana, [1633]

The book is 2 inches in width and 3 ¾ inches in height. It contains 233 pages, plus a 7-page index and is soft-bound in white leather.

Signed permission form

Signed permission form

The International Affairs Office Records document the development and management of international initiatives at South Dakota State University (SDSU). These include administrative materials, international agreements, student and faculty exchanges, faculty development seminars, study abroad programs, and collaborative projects with institutions worldwide. The collection is especially rich in documentation concerning three primary university partners: Manchester Metropolitan University (England), Chungnam National University (South Korea), and Yunnan Normal University (China). Additionally, it includes extensive material on global collaborations spanning Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, and Oceania.

The records consist of administrative records and documentation of SDSU’s international activities from the late 1980s onward. The collection is organized into several series, with a significant focus on SDSU’s partnerships with three international institutions: Manchester Metropolitan University, Chungnam National University, and Yunnan Normal University.

Administrative records include reports, newsletters, correspondence, clippings, and documents related to strategic planning, program funding, internationalization initiatives, and internal committees. This series reflects the university's evolving efforts to globalize curricula, foster faculty engagement in international education, and support international students and visiting scholars.

The collection’s core consists of records related to study abroad and faculty exchange programs. These include agreements, planning documents, photographs, correspondence, reports, and faculty reflections. Files relating to Manchester Metropolitan University document health and pharmacy exchange programs, official visits, and collaborative seminars. Material from Chungnam and Yunnan includes detailed accounts of exchange experiences, seminar documentation, and memorabilia.

A final component comprises materials from SDSU's international engagement with over 30 countries and regions, including agreements, institutional visits, travel itineraries, student and faculty reports, and special programs. Subjects covered range from agricultural development and educational reform to language immersion and cultural exchange.

This collection is a vital resource for understanding SDSU’s internationalization efforts over several decades. It offers a comprehensive view of how academic institutions build global partnerships, support cultural exchange, and integrate international perspectives into higher education. The depth and breadth of documentation highlight SDSU’s commitment to fostering global citizenship and cross-cultural collaboration. The collection is also historically significant in illustrating changing global academic trends, regional partnerships, and U.S. international education policy at the institutional level.