Treasurer's book, 1879-1880
Scope and Contents
The Phrenokosmian Society records, 1860-1924, has been organized into six series: Constitution, bylaws, and letters of certification; Financial records; Meeting minutes; Membership; Programs; and Publications.
The Constitution, bylaws, and letters of certification series (1880-1890 and undated) contains several versions of the Phrenokosmian Society constitution and bylaws in both English and Swedish, as well as a letter and certificate of organization from Secretary of the State of Illinois.
The Financial records series (1867-1916) contains Treasurer's books, dues books, and receipts.
The Meeting minutes series (1877-1924) contains the minutes from meetings between 1877 and 1924.
The Membership series (1886-1914) consists of an attendance book and membership lists.
The Programs series (1860-1914) contains a list of program topics arranged by date as well as printed programs from various events.
The Publications series (1874-1913) consists of every issue of the weekly newsletter, the "Phrenokosmiana." This newsletter was handwritten in both Swedish and English.
Dates
- Creation: 1879-1880
Creator
- From the Collection: Augustana College and Theological Seminary (Rock Island, Ill.). Phrenokosmian Society (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
There are no restrictions on the use of this collection.
Extent
From the Collection: 3.0 Cubic Feet (/ 6 boxes and 1 oversize box)
Language of Materials
English
Repository Details
Part of the Augustana College Special Collections Repository
639 38th Street
Thomas Tredway Library
Rock Island Illinois 61201 United States
specialcollections@augustana.edu