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Olof Rudbeck Society records

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 221

Scope and Contents

The Olof Rudbeck Society records date from 1910 to 1928. The records consist of the group’s constitution, minutes, and one Book Concern receipt.

Dates

  • Creation: 1910-1928 and undated

Creator

Language of Materials

Swedish and English

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions on the use of this collection.

Conditions Governing Use

Unpublished manuscripts are protected by copyright. Permission to publish, quote, or reproduce must be secured from Augustana College Special Collections and the copyright holder.

Historical Note

The Olof Rudbeck Society, named after a Swedish scientist and author, was active on Augustana College’s campus from 1910 until 1928. As one of several Swedish literary societies on campus, the Olof Rudbeck Society was established to further the study of Swedish language and literature. Membership to the society was limited to twelve male students with a good knowledge of Swedish and an interest in the language and literature of Sweden. The club conducted meetings in Swedish and sponsored the study and discussion of past and contemporary Swedish authors and poets. In 1926 and 1927, the club presided over Swedish declamation contests that featured selections from classical Swedish literature. Throughout its active years the Olof Rudbeck Society was led by Dean Jules Mauritzson.

Extent

0.3 Cubic Feet (/ 1 box)

Abstract

The Olof Rudbeck Society, named after a Swedish scientist and author, was active on Augustana College’s campus from 1910 until 1928. As one of several Swedish literary societies on campus, the Olof Rudbeck Society was established to further the study of Swedish language and literature. The Olof Rudbeck Society records date from 1910 to 1928. The records consist of the group’s constitution, minutes, and one Book Concern receipt.

Arrangement

Chronological.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Immediate source of acquisition unknown.

Related Materials

MSS 223 Iduna Society records MSS 259 Svenska Vitterhetssallskapet records

Processing Information

Processed by Anna Tunnicliff, 2012. Revised by Atticus Garrison, February 2016.

Title
Olof Rudbeck Society records, 1910-1928 and undated.
Status
Completed
Author
Atticus Garrison
Date
February 2016
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
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Undetermined
Script of description
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Language of description note
English

Repository Details

Part of the Augustana College Special Collections Repository

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