Personal, 1910-1940
Scope and Contents
The Backman Family papers, 1876-1953 and undated, has been arranged into four series: Carl Backman, Helen Backman, Olga Backman, and Family Photographs.
The Carl Backman series (1876-1953 and undated) contains Backman's journals, autograph books, correspondence, essays, sermons, and artifacts. The journals are all written in Swedish, but seem to contain personal musings, notes on daily life, and financial records. The essays and sermons are in written in English.
The Helena Backman series (1903-1952 and undated) contains biographical and personal articles and clippings. Helena’s involvement with missions and her longstanding membership and participation in various organizations are exemplified by these documents.
The Olga Backman Peterson series (1908-1911) consists of Peterson's postcard correspondence to family and friends. Many of the postcards are from her sister Lillian and some are from her brother Carl. The pictures on the postcards depict Augustana and Rock Island scenes.
The Family Photographs series (1903-1952 and undated) contains images of members of the Backman family.
Dates
- Creation: 1910-1940
Creator
- From the Collection: Backman family (Family)
Conditions Governing Access
There are no restrictions on the use of this collection.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.6 Cubic Feet (/ 2 boxes)
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