Catholic Church. Diocese of Fargo (N.D.)
Organization
Found in 5 Collections and/or Records:
Catholic Diocese of Fargo Historical Survey Sheets
Collection
Identifier: Mss 258
Abstract
The Catholic Diocese Historical Survey Sheets Collection consists of old photocopies of a questionnaire sent to priests across the state by Bishop John Shanley in July 1908. The four-page form asked a series of questions with space for the priest to respond. A sampling of the questions includes: "The History of your place before it had a church" "Record the visits of the earliest missionaries to your place or district" "Were there any noteworthy laymen? Give their names" "When was the first...
Dates:
1908
George J. Mehok Papers
Collection
Identifier: Mss 213
Abstract
Priest who served the parishes in Fargo, Hope, Aneta and Wahpeton, North Dakota until his retirement in 1987.
Dates:
1922-1994
Found in:
Institute for Regional Studies
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George J. Mehok Papers
George J. Mehok Photograph Collection
Collection
Identifier: Photo 2067
Scope and Contents
The George J. Mehok Photograph Collection is divided into three series: Mehok Family, Subject Files and Albums.
The Mehok Family Series includes early family photographs of the Mehoks, some taken in 1937 in Dresden N.D. when George Jr. was ordained. The series contains images of George Sr., Teresa, George Jr., William, and Charles Mehok. There are also formal portraits of George Jr. and William.
The Subject Files include photographs of George Jr.’s friends and colleagues, a portrait of...
Dates:
1930-1987
George J. Mehok Research Notes on Fargo Catholicism
Collection
Identifier: Mss 26
Abstract
Bibliographic citations and research notes compiled by Father George J. Mehok regarding Catholicism in Fargo, N.D.
Dates:
1880-1935
Orestes Brownson Study Club No. 3 (Fargo, N.D.) Records
Collection
Identifier: Mss 25
Abstract
Study group founded in Fargo, N.D. in 1923 by the women of three Catholic parishes so they could study subjects pertaining to Catholic beliefs and intelligently discuss topics from a Catholic viewpoint. Its records include meeting minutes, program booklets, and several subject files, including historical materials on Orestes Brownson, famed preacher, journalist, and philosopher.
Dates:
1933-1984.