Identifier
MA 18
Dates
1910, 1918
Extent
0.42 linear feet (1 document case)
Abstract
The Donald D. Johnson Papers include a narrative from around 1918, detailing the experiences of Swedish immigrant John P. (Johan Peter) Johnson between 1871 and 1879. Translated by Alma N. Lundin the narrative provides insight into the challenges and experiences of early Swedish settlers.
Also included is The Quill, a publication by students at Marion High School in Marion, South Dakota. A note accompanying the publication states that it was published by Donald D. Johnson in memory of his parents.
Historical Note
John P. (Johan Peter) Johnson was born on July 5, 1854, in Snostorp, Sweden, and passed away on January 27, 1934, in Sioux Falls. He was married on March 25, 1879.
Donald Dale Johnson was born on February 4, 1925, to Adolph and Martha Johnson. He resided in Brookings and remained unmarried.
Content Notes
The Donald D. Johnson Papers include a short narrative, originally composed around 1918, detailing the experiences of John P. (Johan Peter) Johnson, a Swedish immigrant and grandfather of the donor, between 1871 and 1879. The narrative was translated by Alma N. Lundin and read at the Benton Lutheran Church in South Dakota around 1918. The available version is a photocopy; the original was not included in the donation.
Also included is a publication titled The Quill, produced by students at Marion High School in Marion, South Dakota. A note accompanying the publication states that it was published by Donald D. Johnson in memory of Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Johnson of Hartford, South Dakota, who are presumed to be his parents.
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Language
English
Publisher
South Dakota State University Archives and Special Collections, Hilton M. Briggs Library, Brookings, South Dakota.
Rights
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Recommended Citation
SDSU Archives and Special Collections, Hilton M. Briggs Library, "Johnson, Donald D. Papers" (2025). Archives Finding Aids. 19.
https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/archives_finding_aids/19
