Abstract Copy of letter to Elizabeth Preston Anderson concerning his views on initiative and referendum, Thanksgiving 1912 proclamation, reminiscence (2 leaves) by Bardi G. Skulason entitled "Republican revolt against boss rule in North Dakota," and newspaper clippings including on the statue of Burke and his obituary.

Abstract Simon Hoag was a Cass County, ND pioneer. The collection consists of correspondence (1907-1926) and records relating to the Dakota Territory, Fargo, and national Granges; and the Red River Valley Old Settlers' Association.