1945

File — Box: 1, Folder: 8

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

From the Collection: The Hovda collection consists of extensive correspondence and subject files. The correspondence covers from 1936 to 1959 and is arranged in three parts following Father Hovda's original order: Chronological, individuals, and speaking engagements. The Correspondence Series, arranged chronologically, is the largest and consists almost exclusively of incoming correspondence from 1940 to 1959. The file is very complete covering all aspects of Father Hovda's personal and professional life. The Individual's correspondence files are arranged alphabetically and chronologically therein and again, consist mostly of incoming letters. The Speaking engagements correspondence file is arranged chronologically and also contains some programs, brochures and newspaper clippings relating to speeches given by Father Hovda. The Subject Files are arranged alphabetically and cover a variety of topics. The files include some of Father Hovda's sermons, masses, novenas, and articles written by him. They also include materials concerning his involvement in politics and labor problems; specifically, the Northern Transit Bus Strike and the laundry strike in Fargo, North Dakota.