Special Collections Finding Aids

Abstract The main purpose of the organization is to recognize the need for continuing education for today's secretary. It encourages secretaries to become a Certified Professional Secretary, referred to as a CPS. The chapter records consists of presidential correspondence, chapter and board of directors minutes, committee reports, treasurer's reports, the Double R News and national reports.

Abstract The Ransom County Trust Company Records document the operation of a major North Dakota land company through an extensive collection of its business case files dating from circa 1899 to 1940s relating primarily to business transactions between the corporation and its customers. In addition there is extensive correspondence and business ledgers. The records provide an excellent insight into the economic and agricultural climate of the state during this period.

Abstract Historical society founded to expand the public's knowledge of the Red River Valley of the North.

Abstract It was a study group that provided women with an opportunity to come together and explore various historical subjects. The purpose of the club, as stated in the constitution, was to widen women's outlooks, to keep them in touch with the present and to make them more familiar with the past.

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.

Abstract Valley City, N.D. company whose purpose was to buy, sell, process, handle and deal in the hides, oil, fat, tallow, lard, grease, stearine, offal, horn, glue, soap, fertilizer, feathers and any and all other by-products arising out of the slaughter of animals and poultry.

Overview Ledger of the Webster Theatrical Exchange Corporation, oOrganized in 1913 at Fargo, N.D. by Albert L. Webster, Sidney B. Avner & Alex Stern to own and manage theaters, concert halls and amusement places.