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University Archives Johan Xavier Papers File
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Diary 1938

This diary, a Bank of California book, includes a long list of addresses and a card from the West Coast Lumbermen’s Association for G. W. Xavier. There are no entries.

Diary 1928

This diary, written in a book by Bank of California, includes a clipping for the Norwegian Aid Festival at which Xavier gives a speech. It mentions he also still preaches and possibly taking summer classes because he gets a D in history, which is later changed to a B. He is still part of men’s club.

Diary 1931

This book, a book by Augsburg Publishing, mentions that he is teaching Nature Study, Latin, Library, and Zoology. He still preaches and plays golf, but his mother is not well. There is a list of addresses in front.

Diary 1957

This diary mentions that Xavier is confined to bed for a week, often spends all day studying or gardening in the spring and summer, and writes very detailed notes form the sermons every Sunday. Signe is often in town or visiting someone. Include is a blotting sheet of sums.

Diary 1958

This diary mentions that Xavier forgets many of his engagements—particularly for the evenings. But he still notes PLC sports scores. There is a small magazine calendar for 1959.

Diary 1956

This diary, another book from Augsburg Publishing, mentions that Xavier has a lump on his lower right jaw which grows and shrinks in size which worries him. He has a Silver Screen Television on which he watches football games. His children have moved away and they communicate through letters. He spends his time mowing his lawn, watering his lawn, doing house repairs, painting walls, and cutting wood. Included is an announcement for a 55th anniversary (unspecified). He looks into selling his stamp collection.

Diary 1960

This diary mentions that Signe falls ill, but recovers some. Xavier spends much time studying and gardening. When Signe worsens, Paul comes home, but Signe doesn’t get much better. He spends most of his time out walking in the neighborhood. In the back: Insurance card for Giradian Insurance Company, a Christmas card, and the list of addresses.

Diary 1955

This diary, a book from Augsburg Publishing, mentions that he is working on cleaning out his house and particularly his desk, but he does not write again after April. At this point he is no longer teaching or preaching. In the back pocket: Notes and a card from Augsburg Publishing House.

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