Brief Description: The Eldred Donald Murdoch Biography, written by Murdoch's wife in the years 1972-1978, includes pictures and newspaper articles about Murdoch and his family, plus other memorabilia. The first nine chapters tell of Eldred Murdoch's childhood in Wimbledon, North Dakota, his career as an Episcopal minister, his marriage to Elizabeth Grinstead, their family, and their careers as school teachers. The final chapters regard Murdoch's ministry and teaching, his UND years at the Canterbury House, and his death. A short section related to Mrs. Murdoch's life after his death is also included.
This is a photocopy of the original, which was loaned for duplication purposes by Elizabeth Murdoch Lindgren.
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/606
Created by: Murdoch, Eldred D. (1902-1962)
Volume: 0.25 Linear Feet
Access Restrictions: Open for inspection under the rules and regulations of the Elwyn B. Robinson Department of Special Collections.
Subject Index
Grand Forks - Churches
Religion - Episcopal Church
University of North Dakota - Alumni
Languages of Materials
English [eng]
Acquisition Notes:
Elizabeth Murdoch Lindgren Donation; 81-704
Other Formats:
The biography is a photocopy of the original, which was loaned for duplication purposes by Elizabeth Murdoch Lindgren.
PreferredCitation: (Description of Item) Eldred Donald Murdoch Biography. OGLMC 606. 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 January 2014.