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Carl Sacarlasen diary

 Collection
Identifier: Mss-95
Stefansson Mss-95

  • Staff Only

Description

The collection contains extracts from Carl J. Sacariasen diary "Reiseminder in Alaska [Recollection of Alaska], compiled by Virginia Hastings, with an introduction by Keith A. Murray. The diary tells of his impressions of the country, the way in which the relief expedition of Dawson went sour, his transfer to the Bering Sea reindeer station and his adventures in the gold fields of Nome.

Dates

  • 1898 - 1899

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Unrestricted.

Conditions Governing Use

Permission from Dartmouth College required for publication or reproduction.

Extent

.25 linear ft. (1 box)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Carl J. Sacariasen, cook. Consist of Extracts from his diary "Reiseminder in Alaska" or "Recollections of Alaska," in which he describes his experiences as a cook working with the Scandinavian reindeer herders.

Part of the Rauner Library Archives and Manuscripts Repository

Contact:
6065 Webster Hall
Hanover NH 03755 USA

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