R. C. Ferderer, Administrative Assistant, Minnesota Department of Highways
Date Created:
1950-12-29
Description:
The memo from R. C. Ferderer, Minnesota Department of Highways Administrative Assistant, dated December 29, 1950, was sent to Division Heads and District Maintenance Engineers to announce the intention and purpose of establishing a Highway Department employee publication and to recruit staff correspondents or reporters from every division and maintenance district. The employee newsletter should be ""a newsy, interesting, human publication, by and for the employees themselves.""
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
Aerial photograph of Bridge #9360, the Washington Avenue bridge, looking southeast from the west bank of the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
Aerial photograph of Bridge #9360, the Washington Avenue bridge, looking west from the East Bank of the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
Black-and-white photograph of the inside of the Trout Brook sewer extension near Maryland Avenue. Trout Brook once ran from McCarrons Lake in Roseville to the Mississippi River. During the development of St. Paul, the brook was buried and rerouted into a storm sewer. The brook was later partially uncovered and turned into the Trout Brook Nature sanctuary. St. Paul, Minnesota.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
Black-and white photograph of the 3rd avenue bridge over Interstate 94 during winter construction. An engineer is visible in the foreground. Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
Black-and-white photograph of the 3rd avenue bridge over Interstate 94. This photograph shows the winter protection put in place during construction, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
Black-and-white photograph of the 3rd avenue bridge over Interstate 94. This photograph shows the winter protection put in place during construction, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
Black-and-white photograph of the 3rd avenue bridge over Interstate 94. This photograph shows the winter protection put in place during construction, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
Black -and-white photograph of three Minnesota Department of Highways employees looking over plans on the 3rd Avenue bridge deck during construction, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
Aerial photograph of the Pine Bend oil refinery and the junction of United States Highway 52 and Minnesota Highway 55, looking north, Rosemount, Minnesota
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
Aerial photograph of the Pine Bend oil refinery and the junction of United States Highway 52 and Minnesota Highway 55, looking south, Rosemount, Minnesota
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
Black-and-white photograph of the inside of the Trout Brook sewer extension near Maryland Avenue. Trout Brook once ran from McCarrons Lake in Roseville to the Mississippi River. During the development of St. Paul, the brook was buried and rerouted into a storm sewer. The brook was later partially uncovered and turned into the Trout Brook Nature sanctuary. St. Paul, Minnesota.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
Black and white photograph of a crane lifting road blocks off a bridge and opening it for traffic as part of the Interstate 94 Capitol approach opening ceremony, St. Paul, Minnesota.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
Black and white photograph of a crane lifting road blocks off a bridge and opening it for traffic as part of the Interstate 94 Capitol approach opening ceremony, St. Paul, Minnesota.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
Black and white photograph of a crane lifting road blocks off a bridge and opening it for traffic as part of the Interstate 94 Capitol approach opening ceremony, St. Paul, Minnesota.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers the appointment of a new Commissioner of Highways, testing of a freeway ramp identification system, and snow fencing. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers construction detours, construction on Highway 100, and the annual art and hobby show award winners. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers testing of new guardrail designs, the computerization of drivers license data, and proposed renovations for 22 state bridges. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers a reorganization of the Road Inventory Group, the United Fund campaign, and the hydraulic erosion control structures in Roseville. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers construction in the Brainerd District, the highways of Hawaii, and the benefits of credit unions. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers improvements to roadside landscape management, use of the critical path method for increased productivity, and an employee's report on the damage caused by the Alaska earthquake. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers development of new Interstate rest areas, changes to Social Security law, and the opening of a section of Snelling Avenue. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers the use of slip form paving, the presentation of employee service awards, and the completion of the Fifth Avenue West bridge in Duluth. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers the dedication of a section of Interstate 35, the proclamation of Highway Week in Minnesota, and activities and displays at the State Fair. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library