NCC: William Huelster journals

This collection consists of three journals written by William Huelster from 1880 to 1925. The bulk of these journals is an autobiography written from 1917 to 1925, largely based on translations of his German journals, which covers the period from his birth in 1841 until 1883. The autobiography includes many details of both his personal and professional life. It records his activity as a parish pastor in Wisconsin and his decision to accept the position at then North-Western College (now North Central College). The journals include information about his parents’ and brothers’ lives, including Anton Huelster, a professor at North-Western at the same time. Details about his wife’s activities and his children’s health and activities are also found, including his feelings about his oldest daughter’s death. In regard to Huelster’s position at the College, entries contain information related to college finances, operating costs, operations of the college, and interactions with the Board of Trustees.

Journals 1 and 2 include sermon notes in English and German (not included in photocopies) that are unrelated to the autobiography and appear to have been written around 1880.