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Among the Wheat-fields of Minnesota
by G.W. Schatzel. Among the first settlers in Minnesota were farmers, come to plant and harvest grain for themselves and the remainder of the country. This article from January 1868 describes the process for growing wheat and bringing it to market in southeast Minnesota, an area no longer known for the crop. The author brings vast amounts of descriptive detail to the process of farming in the area and the people who perform the various functions. ISBN 1-932212-11-6, 2005, paper, 33 pps., illus., reprint
$ 7.95 PE-002

The Land of Lakes, or, The New Northwest
by L.W. Powell. This reprint from October 1875 details the early history of Minnesota beginning with Cartier and the French fur-traders, Jonathan Carver, missionaries such as Fathers Hennepin and Nicollet, the arrival of immigrants, the Dakota War of 1862, educational institutions, the naming of geographical features, and the development of the cities of St. Paul, Minneapolis and Duluth. ISBN 1-932212-09-4, 2005, paper, 30 pps., illus., reprint
$ 7.95 PE-001

Among the Wheat-fields of Minnesota
by G.W. Schatzel. Among the first settlers in Minnesota were farmers, come to plant and harvest grain for themselves and the remainder of the country. This article from January 1868 describes the process for growing wheat and bringing it to market in southeast Minnesota, an area no longer known for the crop.
$ 7.95

Celebrating Our Norwegian Minnesotan Heritage
by the Norwegian Statehood Pioneer Project, to focus attention on this ethnic group's pioneer experiences in Minnesota. Over 100 territorial pioneer biographies and stories of 200+ Norwegian pioneers who settled in Minnesota from 1850-2008. 2009, paper, 315 pp.
$ 24.95 M-606

History of Washington County: Gateway to Minnesota History
by Robert Goodman, with additional material by Marc Hugunin. A comprehensive history, lavishly illustrated, many maps, stories of individuals and groups, for this diverse and extensive area. 2008, soft cover, 280 pages, indexed, maps, photos
$ 25.00 M-603

The Lost City of Gladstone: A history of Maplewood from its beginnings
by Pete Boulay. Never formally incorporated as a village and built around a railway station called "Gloster," this story includes many pictures, maps, advertisements, and facts about this part of Maplewood, Ramsey County, MN. 2008 (1996), paper, coil bound, 90 pp.
$ 15.00 M-298

Claims from the Dakota Conflict: Supplying the Local Militia - Vol. 4: 1863-1870
More than 2800 claims authorized by the Board of Auditors. Some of the claims had been held over from the original Board of Auditors, some were new, some were approved by the Minnesota Legislature. ISBN 1-932212-23-X, 2007, paper, 102 pp., indexed
$ 19.95 M-595

Carlton Chronicles
by Francis M. Carroll; photo selection and editing by Marlene Wisuri & the Carlton History Committee. The crossroads of great railroads, a mighty river, and a growing highway system shaped the settlement of Carlton, Minnesota. This book traces the story of the county seat of Carlton County and its people through over 125 years of colorful history with pictures and narrative. 2006, paper, 160 pp., almost 300 photos
$ 20.00 M-594

Roots and Ties: A Scrapbook of Northeast Memories
by Genny Zak Kieley.The third in her compelling series about the NE Minneapolis, documenting the changes from her childhood thru decay and now rebirth. 2003, paper, illus., photos
$ 21.95 M-592

Ever the Land: A Homestead Chronicle
by Ruben L. Parson. Originally published in the 1970s, this book tells the story of the people and farm homesteaded by Swedish immigrants near Battle Lake. The author is a land expert, having a PhD in geography and working as land planner and professor. paper, illus.
$ 16.95 M-590

Spring Grove: Minnesota's First Norwegian Settlement
by Chad Muller. From the Images of America series, photos with excellent captions covers 150+ years in this Houston County community. Also includes a list of references for further research. 2002, paper, 130 pp. Photos, bibliography
$ 19.99 M-462

Claims from the Dakota Conflict: Supplying the Local Militia--Vol. 3: Dec 31, 1862
More than 1800 claims authorized by the Board of Auditors on just one day. ISBN 1-932212-21-3, 2007, paper
$ 16.95 M-581

Scandia - Then and Now
by Anna Engquist. The story of the Swedish pioneers in this part of Washington County, updated in 2007 with some new photos, an index and a few corrections, but still with the wonderful story of how Scandia developed -- Copas beginnings, Elim Church, business places, schools, social activities, etc. 2007 (rev.), photos, index
$ 25.00 M-586

Perspective on the Sioux War: Oscar Malmros, Minnesota's Adjutant General
Reprints of Oscar Malmros' official reports to Governor Alexander Ramsey on the military aspects of the Dakota Conflict in 1862, including status of ammunition and arms, expeditions to Fort Abercrombie, and more. Also includes a biography of Malmros. ISBN 1-932212-22-1, 2007, paper, index, illus.
$ 16.95 M-584

Dakota Uprising Victims: Gravestones & Stories
by Curtis A. Dahlin. Locates, identifies and records the gravesites of about 200 of the known victims, and tells each person's story. 2007, hard cover, 178 pp., illus., index
$ 24.95 M-585

Longville Centennial History, 1906-2006
Collection of the facts and memories of this area from families, businesses, resorts, organizations, and other groups from the past 100 years of Longville and the surrounding townships. hardbound, 456 pgs., illus.
$ 40.00 M-583

Proceedings of the Red River Valley Old Settlers' Association
Facsimile reprint of their 1898 report, including biographical sketches of old settlers, incidents in the early days of along the river and stories about steamboats, the Dakota conflict of 1862 and Budge's Tavern. 2006, every name index, illus.
$ 7.95 M-574

Thief River Falls and Pennington County
by Caryl J. Bugge. From the 'postcard series,' this book illustrates occupations, buildings and people involved with the history of both the city and the county. 2006, paper, illus.
$ 19.99 M-571

A German Town: A History of New Ulm, Minnesota
by Daniel J. Hoisington. Written for New Ulm's sesquicentennial, this book traces the history of the city's founding, what it means to be a German American, and the many significant points in its history. 2006, paper, photos, index
$ 19.99 M-573

Dakota Life in the Upper Midwest
by Samuel W. Pond, intro. by Gary Clayton Anderson. Description of Dakota material culture and social, political, religious, and economic institutions. Originally published as "The Sioux as They Were in 1834." 2002, 192 pp., indexed
$ 15.95 F-509

The Lake District of Minneapolis
by David A. Lanegran and Ernest R. Sandeen. The history of this area, which includes Lowry Hill, Kenwood, Lake of the Isles and East Calhoun from Native American villages and missionaries, through the grand resort and streetcards to the remaking of the landscape by the park board in 1911. Many vivid photos and illustrations. 2004, paper, photos, 112 pp.
$ 19.95 M-570

Uncertain Lives: African Americans and Their First 150 Years in the Red Wing, Minnesota Area
by Frederick L. Johnson. With its location on the Mississippi River, African Americans fleeing slavery arrived in Goodhue county with the same goals as other immigrants: building successful lives. Their assimilation process into the area's dominant white culture is thoroughly documented in this narrative. Also includes summary of both federal and state census data from 1860-1920 for this group in the area. 2005, 166 pp., paper, indexed, illus.
$ 16.95 M-569

Uptown Minneapolis
by Thatcher Imboden and Cedar Imboden Phillips. Rare photographs document and celebrate Uptown's development from a 19th century summer retreat and agricultural area into a thriving metro business, entertainment and residential district. 2004, paper, photos, 128 pp.
$ 19.99 M-567

The Flour Mills of Minneapolis & The Mill Explosion of 1878
by Eugene V Smalley. Reprinted from The Century and Minneapolis Tribune, this early industry, with its process and equipment, is reviewed. The newspaper article includes the list of those killed and injured in the May of 1878 disaster and includes interviews of the survivors. ISBN 1-932212-17-5, 2005, paper, 26 pp.
$ 7.95 PE-007

The Dakota Indian Internment at Fort Snelling, 1862-1864
by Corinne L. Monjeau-Marz. Factual, objective account of the camp and the experiences of its 1600 Dakota women, Children and old men who lived there. Virulent disease swept the camp, killing hundreds. Led by missionaries, a religious revival occurred, with many becoming Christians and literate in their own language. 2005, paper, illus.
$ 19.95 F-540

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