Mickelson, George S. (George Speaker), 1941-1993

Scope and Contents This series contains awards, invitations, and service certificates presented to George S. Mickelson (or his wife Linda) between 1987 and 1993. Department of the Army Commendation Medal American Bar Association Ducks Unlimited Distinguished Service Award United States Tax Court Army Commendation Medal Honorary Parole...

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This series contains briefing books prepared by Governor’s Office staff for the newly elected governors in 1994 and 2010; transcripts of proceedings of gaming compact discussions between the state of South Dakota and tribal representatives in 2005; records of the Wage Study Task Force and the Health Care Cost Workgroup from 1999; and Governor’s Office staff position descriptions from 1987-2002.

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This series contains information related to the Governor’s cabinet retreats held from 1988 through 1993. These strategic planning retreats were used to develop policies, procedures, and priorities for the administration. Records include schedules and agendas, memoranda, correspondence, lists of attendees, presentations, and evaluation summaries.

Scope and Contents This series contains correspondence and related files created for and collected by the Office of the Secretary in the Department of Education and Cultural Affairs from 1981 to 1987. The correspondence includes inter-departmental memorandum and letters, out-of-state correspondence, Department of Education and Cultural Affairs drafts of Governor Mickelson’s and Governor Janklow’s letters to constituents regarding educational and cultural affairs matters and correspondence related to the Sunset...

Scope and Contents This series contains files created by Kenneth Schaack during his time as Director of the Division of Enterprise Initiation. The files include information about the following subjects: the Roland Dolly Scholarship program, the Future Fund, marketing South Dakota to businesses, Governor Mickelson’s trip to New York City to promote South Dakota, Mickelson’s speeches related to economic development, “Centennial Minute” commercial transcripts, technical education programs and proposals, and...

Scope and Contents This series contains photographs, posters, brochures, correspondence, press releases, invitations and programs collected by Kenneth Schaack during his time as Director of the Division of Enterprise Initiation. It is an accretion to materials previously accessioned (2011-019 and 2011-020). Subjects include Governor Mickelson (campaigns and memorial services), the Fighting Stallions Memorial dedication, the Governor’s Invitational Pheasant Hunts, and inaugural events. Also included are 40...

Scope and Contents This series contains photographs, correspondence, and ephemera collected by Jim Larson while he was working for the Governor’s Office. He was the executive director of the Centennial Office in 1989 and was heavily involved with the Memorial Committee from 1993-1994. The Memorial Committee formed to coordinate memorial activities for the victims of the plane crash on April 19, 1993 that killed Governor Mickelson and seven others. Larson was also a regular attendee of the Governor’s...

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This series is a record of inmates whose sentence has been commuted. Information may include but is not limited to: name, date, previous sentence, modified sentence, and signature of the Governor and Secretary of State. This information is submitted by the Governor pursuant to SDCL 24-14 and is maintained for documentation purposes.

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This series contains the original executive orders filed with the Secretary of State from 1986 to 1989.

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This series contains copies of executive orders, which may include reorganization orders, filed with and signed by the Secretary of State. Information may include, but is not limited to: order number, title, nature of order, and signatures of the Governor and the Secretary of State. The information is maintained pursuant to SDCL 1-8-1(1).

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This series contains the official copies of pardons handed down by the Governor. Information may include: name of person, name of person granted pardon, nature of pardon, and date filed. This record series is maintained pursuant to SDCL 24-14-11 to register pardons issued.

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This series contains copies of executive proclamations and declarations signed by the Governor. Information may include but is not limited to: title, nature of the proclamation/declaration, and Governor's signature. Selected information honoring individuals or causes are maintained for courtesy and informational purposes. Proclamations or declarations declaring emergencies to exist or convening special session of the Legislature are maintained pursuant to SDCL 1-8-1(1).

Scope and Contents This collection consists of 2 VHS tapes containing recorded material from the First Annual Native Americans Day Program. This program, filmed at Crazy Horse Mountain in October 1990, has been edited to include speeches by and interviews with George S. Mickelson and other prominent South Dakotans. Musical performances by artists such as Kevin Locke, artwork by area talents, and oral history presentations are featured. The program is hosted by Gary Garrison, Todd Epp of South Dakota Public...

Scope and Contents This accession consists of three 16mm microfilm reels containing program files from the Department of Health. Most of the files are related to President Clinton’s push for health care reform from 1990-1994, and particularly the involvement of Governor Mickelson and the National Governors’ Association in the campaign.This accession consists of three 16mm microfilm reels containing program files from the Department of Health. Most of the files are related to President Clinton’s...

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George T. Mickelson, Speaker of the House of Representatives, introduced this resolution upon the birth of his son on January 31, 1941. The resolution officially named the boy "George Speaker Mickelson, Jr." and passed without a single dissenting vote. Both George T. and George S. would eventually serve as governors of South Dakota.

Scope and Contents This series contains the correspondence of state legislators, and South Dakota legislators in the U.S. Congress. Includes correspondence for the following individuals: James Abdnor (as U.S. Representative); Arnold E. Amundson; Dale V. Andersen; C. L. Anderson; Harold Anderson; O. L. Larry Anderson; Jacob H. Carlson; Neil Clarke; William Decker; Mary B. Edelen; Bertrum E. Ellingson; James Endres; Richard D. Flynn; William Grams; Lowell C. Hansen, II; Wayne A. Hauschild; Eldon S. Jensen;...

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This series contains documents and materials filed as part of the state and federal litigation surrounding the plane crash that killed Governor George S. Mickelson and seven others on April 19, 1993. Includes pleadings, depositions, exhibits, photos, audio and video recordings, National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) reports, and aircraft maintenance records.

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This series contains the petitions nominating George S. Mickelson as a candidate for Governor. Petitions list the voter's name, address, and date signed.

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This series consists of the oaths of office filed with the Secretary of State's office for George S. Mickelson, Walter D. Miller, and Steve Kirby.

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Contains organizational charts for the Governor’s Office, the Governor’s Office of Economic Development, and the Office of Tourism from 1983 to 2003. Charts usually list the names and titles of staff members in the office hierarchy, although some only list the position title.

Also included is a Governor’s Office FTE report for FY 1991 and FY 1992, a list of Governor’s Office employees from 1995 to circa 2002, and the FY 2005 Budget Briefing for the Governor’s Office.

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This series consists of a large color photograph of South Dakota's elected officials from 1991 to 1993. The photograph belonged to G. Homer Harding, former State Treasurer. Individuals pictured are (from left to right): Laska Schoenfelder, Public Utilities Commissioner; Walter D. Miller, Lieutenant Governor; George S. Mickelson, Governor; G. Homer Harding, State Treasurer; Vern Larson, State Auditor; Joyce Hazeltine, Secretary of State; and Mark Barnett, Attorney General.

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This series consists of about 950 color photographs (various sizes, 3 1/5” x 5” to 20” x 24”) concerning the Capitol for a Day activities in Belle Fourche and Redfield, Governor George S. Mickelson's visit to Sanborn County, and the Western Governors Association. The series also includes an oversize color photograph of the 1991 State Constitutional Officers, which is stored separately in MD 20.

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This series contains copies of photographs used in the South Dakota Heritage Fund’s Campaign Bulletin newsletters to promote the Oyate Wicokan exhibit, photos of Gov. George S. Mickelson gathered for the Mickelson Memorial in April 1994, and images of Sioux Falls representatives receiving an award on Philanthropy Day in Nov. 1993.