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History of the discovery of Alaska by Scandinavians and the trades and population thereafter. One 24 page document without title, author, and date. The history of Alaska after it was discovered by Scandinavians, especially noted are the mineral, fur, fishery industries, and other trades largely contributing to the economic value of Alaska. Also notes the population of the country and the division of the land into districts. The document contains information about the different settlements in Alaska, and how they are populated. The end of the document lists train stations, post offices, and towns.

Materials in Swedish and English

Contains a pamphlet commemorating the life of Johannes B. Wist, including a brief biography and poems by family and friends and is written in Norwegian.

A recollection of Jens Fredericksen Svinth about his life growing up in Denmark, becoming a Christian, immigrating to America and building a life here, and includes information about his children and their lives and families. It is a 14 page photocopy of a document typed in 1924 by Jens.