Elizabeth Oakland Papers, 1962, 1977
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Brief Description:

The Elizabeth Oakland Papers include the August 1977 edition of the Icelandic journal Samvinnan. This edition contains an article written by Elizabeth Oakland titled "Sagnir Af Sidhaerda Joa." The article concerns the exploits and adventures of Joe Stefansson, a pioneer settler near Nekoma, North Dakota, and brother of Vilhjalmur Stefansson, famed Arctic explorer. A five page, typewritten English translation accompanies the publication.

Also included is a photocopy of a letter by Vilhjalmur Stefansson to Oakland, dated January 3, 1962. The letter regards a newspaper clipping from the Minneapolis Journal which Oakland sent to Stefansson.

Held at:
Elwyn B. Robinson Department of Special Collections
Chester Fritz Library
3051 University Ave Stop 9000
Grand Forks, ND 58202 9000
Phone: 701-777-4625
Fax: 701-777-3319
Email: und.archives [at] library.und.edu
Record Series Number: OGLMC/544
Created by: Oakland, Elizabeth (1911-1996)
Volume: 0.25 Linear Feet
Acquired: 00/00/1978.
Access Restrictions: Open for inspection under the rules and regulations of the Elwyn B. Robinson Department of Special Collections.
Subject Index
Exploration
Pioneer Life
Women's History
Languages of Materials
English [eng]
Icelandic [ice]
Acquisition Notes: Elizabeth Oakland, Grand Forks, North Dakota  Donation; 79-616
Related Materials: Prairie Collage by Elizabeth Oakland. Grand Forks: Knutson Printing Company, 1969. Call number: PS6536.A75P7
PreferredCitation: (Description of Item). Elizabeth Oakland Papers. OGLMC 544. Box #, Folder #. Elwyn B. Robinson Department of Special Collections. Chester Fritz Library. University of North Dakota.
Finding Aid Revisions: Finding aid added to Archon in November 2013.