James Grassick Papers

Collection

Identifier: OGLMC-135

Scope and Contents

The James Grassick Papers, 1917-1959, consist primarily of Dr. Grassick's published works. Also included are newspaper clippings, texts of speeches delivered by Grassick, and correspondence.

Dates

created: 1917-1943, 1959

Creator

Grassick, James (Person)

Conditions Governing Access

Open for inspection under the rules and regulations of the Elwyn B. Robinson Department of Special Collections.

Biographical or Historical Information

Dr. James Grassick was born June 29, 1850, in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. His childhood was spent in Ontario, Canada. At age thirty-five, he graduated from Rush Medical College in Chicago. Soon after receiving his degree, Grassick established a medical practice in Buxton, North Dakota. In 1905 he moved to Grand Forks, where he became active in the campaign to improve public health. Two years later, he was appointed State Superintendent of Public Health. Grassick helped found the North Dakota Anti-Tuberculosis Association in 1909 and served as its first President. In 1917, Grassick was appointed University of North Dakota physician, a position he held for many years. He was elected to the Presidency of the North Dakota State Medical Association in 1923. Camp Grassick, named in honor of this pioneer doctor, was established in 1928 and was designed to combat tuberculosis in children. Dr. Grassick died December 19, 1943, in Grand Forks.

Note written by

Full Extent

1.50 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

1850-1943; Grand Forks physician and author

Method of Acquisition

Donation; the original acquisition records are unavailable

Accruals and Additions

Additional donations were received from: The San Haven Hospital Library, San Haven, North Dakota, in the summer and fall of 1979 (Acc.80-632). Mrs. R. B. (Lillian) Witmer, Grand Forks, North Dakota, on April 10, 1980 (Acc.81-736). Mary Margaret Frank, Grand Forks, North Dakota (Acc.2002-2544).