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Jonas Swenson. Papers, 1867-1905.

 Collection — Box: 1 S529-S667-S668-S669
Identifier: S669-1G4-S669

Scope and Contents

Land deeds, railroad stocks, booklets, inspection certificates, a series of letters written in Swedish from relatives in Sweden, dating from 1867-1881; tax receipts for real estate in Royal Township from 1877-1901 for Jonas, Andrew, and John Swenson; a folder of miscellaneous legal and business papers for the farm and farming activities. Included are two fire insurance policies for Sobieske Mutual Fire Insurance Company, dated 1908-1924, and a homestead certificate for Andrew Erickson in Royal Township. Jonas Swenson was a farmer and early settler in Royal Township, Lincoln County.

Dates

  • Creation: 1867-1905

Conditions Governing Use

There are no restrictions on use of this collection for research purposes. The researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.

Extent

3 Folder (Three folders containing loose papers and booklets. )

Language of Materials

Swedish

English

Title
Jonas Swenson. Papers, 1867-1905.
Status
In Progress
Date
2025-05
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the Southwest Minnesota Historical Center Repository

Contact:
Southwest Minnesota State University
McFarland Library
1501 State Street
Marshall MN 56258