Records of St. Cloud Normal Literary Society

Reference code

198

Level of description

Collection

Title

Records of St. Cloud Normal Literary Society

Date(s)

  • 1887-1903 (Creation)

Extent

0.42 linear feet

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Administrative history

The St. Cloud Normal Literary Society aimed to improve skills in public speaking, reading, and to gain knowledge in parliamentary rules. The earliest record of the society appeared in 1887, while the final records date to 1903. It is likely the society disbanded in 1903.

Scope and content

This collection contains the records of St. Cloud Normal Literary Society. Included in the collection are: one book of financial statements, and six books of minutes.  Most of the minutes detail new members, elected postiions, resignations, and club program outlines.  The programs often included speeches, recitations, debates, solo performances, and readings.

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The records are arranged in alphabetical order.

Records are located at 21G.2e

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Permission to publish, quote, and reproduce must be secured from the copyright holder.

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  • English

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    Archivist's note

    Processed by Marissa Hendrickson in February 2019.

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