Ad Altiora Society Records
Scope and Contents
The Ad Altiora Records consist of the group's handwritten constitution, assorted programs, and financial receipts.
Dates
- created: 1904-1908
- Other: Date acquired: 07/22/1960
Creator
- Ad Altiora (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
Open for inspection under the rules and regulations of the Elwyn B. Robinson Department of Special Collections.
Biographical or Historical Information
"The need of another literary society had been felt for a long time. Several had talked of organizing one, but nothing was done until the winter term in 1904. A constitution with by-laws was then framed and the draft was read at a meeting of Per Gradus on March 21, 1904. Seven members and ex-members of Per Gradus signed the draft and petitioned the faculty for permission to organize a new literary society, a permission that was readily granted. But the society was, as yet, nameless. Dr. Thomas being called upon to propose a name suggested Ad Altiora. This was adopted and Ad Altiora was now born and baptized."
Source: 1906 Dacotah, page 103
Note written by
Full Extent
1.00 folders
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
Student literary society established in 1904
Method of Acquisition
Donated by Margaret Rose of the State Historical Society of North Dakota at the request of O.J. Lokken, Fargo, North Dakota
Accruals and Additions
Transfer from University Publications (programs and financial receipts)
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- Language of description note
- eng
Repository Details
Part of the Elwyn B. Robinson Department of Special Collections Repository
Chester Fritz Library
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Grand Forks ND 58202-9000 US
701-777-4625
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