Aloysius Kieran Ziegler

The Aloysius Kieran Ziegler papers contain materials related to his personal life, his position as Chaplain and Moderator of the National Federation of Catholic College Students, and his career in both the History, and Greek and Latin departments at CUA. In addition to correspondence regarding each...

Full description

Saved in:
Bibliographic Details
Format: Archival Material
Language:English
Created: The American Catholic Research Center and University Archives 1916-1975
Tags: Add Tag
No Tags, Be the first to tag this record!
id cuaead_ziegler
institution Catholic University of America
building University Libraries of CUA
record_format index
title Aloysius Kieran Ziegler : An inventory of Aloysius Kieran Ziegler Papers at The American Catholic History Research Center and University Archives
spellingShingle Aloysius Kieran Ziegler : An inventory of Aloysius Kieran Ziegler Papers at The American Catholic History Research Center and University Archives
title_short Aloysius Kieran Ziegler
title_full Aloysius Kieran Ziegler
title_fullStr Aloysius Kieran Ziegler
title_full_unstemmed Aloysius Kieran Ziegler
title_sort Aloysius Kieran Ziegler
publishDate 1916-1975
publisher The American Catholic Research Center and University Archives
format Archival Material
physical 4.5 linear feet; 10 boxes
language English
description The Aloysius Kieran Ziegler papers contain materials related to his personal life, his position as Chaplain and Moderator of the National Federation of Catholic College Students, and his career in both the History, and Greek and Latin departments at CUA. In addition to correspondence regarding each of these positions, the papers include material specifically related to his academic pursuits, namely his personal and Latin research projects and pedagogical materials, including student papers and exams. Lastly, the collection includes personal photographs and publications collected by the Reverend Monsignor Ziegler.
remotefindingaidurl_str_mv https://libraries.catholic.edu/special-collections/archives/collections/finding-aid.html
localfindingaidurl_str_mv /findingaids/cua/ead/ziegler.xml
_version_ 1797751366656983040
spelling ziegler Aloysius Kieran Ziegler An inventory of Aloysius Kieran Ziegler Papers at The American Catholic History Research Center and University Archives Finding aid prepared by Raymond Moore. The American Catholic Research Center and University Archives 2011 101 LifeCycle InstituteThe Catholic University of AmericaWashington, D.C. 20064 Finding aid encoded by Raymond Moore on 2012 English Descriptive Summary The American Catholic Research Center and University Archives 1916-1975 Aloysius Kieran Ziegler, August 26, 1895-July 13, 1979 Aloysius Kieran Ziegler Papers 4.5 linear feet; 10 boxes The Aloysius Kieran Ziegler papers contain materials related to his personal life, his position as Chaplain and Moderator of the National Federation of Catholic College Students, and his career in both the History, and Greek and Latin departments at CUA. In addition to correspondence regarding each of these positions, the papers include material specifically related to his academic pursuits, namely his personal and Latin research projects and pedagogical materials, including student papers and exams. Lastly, the collection includes personal photographs and publications collected by the Reverend Monsignor Ziegler. 87 English Biographical Note The Reverend Monsignor Aloysius Kieran Ziegler was born on August 26, 1895 to a devout German Catholic family in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Ziegler received an extensive education that began with his studies at St. Francis Seminary, where he was ordained to the priesthood for the Milwaukee diocese and earned his Bachelor's Degree in 1919. After being ordained, Ziegler taught at the seminary and then earned his Master's Degree at the University of Wisconsin in 1925. Ziegler continued his studies at the Catholic University of America, where he earned his Bachelor of Sacred Theology in 1927, Licentiate of Sacred Theology in 1928, and Doctorate of Sacred Theology in 1930. He then spent four years conducting post-doctoral research in France at the Ecole Nationale des Chartes, earning a degree in Archiviste-Paleographe in 1934. That year he was appointed instructor in the both Greek and Latin and History Departments at CUA. In 1938, Ziegler was promoted to Assistant Professor, then to Associate Professor in 1940, and finally to Ordinary Professor in 1960. He also served as the Head of the History Department from 1941-1961 and as the Associate editor for the Catholic Historical Review from 1936-1957. Ziegler retired from the CUA faculty in 1966 but remained Dean of the Catholic Sisters College until 1968. He also remained as a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Greek and Latin until 1977. Monsignor Ziegler was a renowned scholar in Medieval History as well as in Latin, and was known for his patient and prudent work in both his review and editorial work, and also as a director of dissertation research. In addition to his academic work, Monsignor Ziegler was also deeply devoted to his priestly duties. This devotion was showcased by his work as Chaplain for Trinity College and as Chaplain and Moderator of the National Federation of Catholic College Students (NFCCS). For his committed work in these positions, Pope John XXIII elevated him to the rank of Domestic Prelate in 1959. In 1977, Monsignor Ziegler's health declined rapidly, prompting him to retire to St. Anne's Home for the Elderly in Milwaukee. He died on July 13, 1979 at the age of 83. Overall, Monsignor Ziegler will be remembered as a gifted scholar, administrator, and dedicated priest. Scope and Contents The Aloysius Kieran Ziegler papers consist of ten boxes which make up seven series in total. The first series contains Ziegler's personal papers and correspondence, including letters to fellow religious, academics, and relatives. This series also includes Ziegler's personal financial records, and finally, prayer cards for deceased friends and family. The second series is comprised primarily of correspondence with students and administrators of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences at Catholic University. The third series concerns largely History Department correspondence. Much of these materials are administrative, but include also correspondence with different historical societies and organizations that Ziegler belonged to or had a working relationship with through the department. The administrative correspondence consists of letters to the Rector's Office, the Dean of Arts and Sciences, and faculty members within the department.. The fourth series is a collection of Ziegler's best student papers and exams from undergraduate, Masters, and Doctoral students within the History department. The fifth series of this collection concerns research that Ziegler had conducted through the years. Most of this research, which is handwritten on note cards or half sheets of paper, is on Medieval French Church manuscripts and Latin translation research on the Vulgate Bible. The Sixth series of this collection contains all correspondence and reports from Ziegler's time as Chaplain and Regional Moderator for the National Federation of Catholic College Students. The final series consists of publications that Ziegler had collected over the years. Many of these are newspaper clippings of developments within the American Catholic Church from 1920-1960s, but there are also booklets and pamphlets from the NCWC on education and American Civics, as well as book reviews of colleagues. Lastly, this series contains personal photos and postcards collected by Ziegler. Overall, the papers of Aloysius Kieran Ziegler cover a wide range of material from his personal papers to his work as a historian, Latin Scholar, and administrator. Arrangement Series 1: Personal Correspondence, 1916-1975, Box 1 Series 2: Graduate School of Arts and Sciences Files/Catholic Encyclopedia Notes, 1929-1961, Box 1 Series 3: History Department Correspondence, 1932-1969, Boxes 1-2 Series 4: Student Papers and Examinations, 1923-1942, Box 3 Series 5: Research Notes, 1924-1952, Boxes 3-4 Series 6: National Federation of Catholic College Student Files, 1946-1955, Boxes 5-9 Series 7: Publications and Photos, 1929-1968, Boxes 9-10 Restrictions on Access None. Related Material Index Terms This record series is indexed under the following controlled access subject terms. Persons: Aloysius Kieran Ziegler Organizations: National Catholic College Students Places: Washington, D.C. Subjects: History Acquisition Information Originally donated to Catholic University by Ziegler through the Rare Books Department with his personal library donation in 1977. Ziegler's personal papers were donated to the Catholic University Archives on March 27, 1981 by the Rare Books Department. Processing Information Processing completed in 2012 by Raymond Moore. EAD markup completed in 2012 by Raymond Moore. Revised in 2018 by Laurel Howard and W. J. Shepherd. Bibliography Obituary Letter from July 17, 1979 by C. Joseph Nuesse Detailed Description of the Collection Series 1: Personal Correspondence, 1916-1975 (1 Box) This series contains Ziegler's personal correspondence with various academics, friends, and religious. This series also contains financial records of Ziegler's and personal newspaper clippings from family members. There are also prayer cards from different relatives and friends that have passed away. 1 1 Personal Bills and Items, 1916-1969 Includes a prayer card from St. Ann's Seminary in Milwaukee 1 2 Tax Return Files, 1970 1 3 Personal Correspondence, 1975 Includes correspondence with Merrill Lynch firm 1 4 Financial Files, 1968-1975 Financial records; includes utility bills, medical, health, and life insurance bills 1 5 Personal Correspondence, 1930-1934 hand written 1 6 Personal Correspondence, 1939-1952 Handwritten and typed correspondence with various academics 1 7 Personal Correspondence, 1936-1949 Seminary correspondence 1 8 Personal Correspondence, 1944-1969 Includes correspondence with insurance company 1 9 Personal Correspondence, 1948 Includes Civil Service Commission 1 10 Personal Letters, 1947-1970 Includes French correspondence Series 2: Graduate School of Arts and Sciences Files/Catholic Encyclopedia Notes, 1929-1961 (1 Box) This series contains administrative correspondence with the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences at CUA. Also included are academic and research notes taken for graduate courses that Ziegler taught and notes from Ziegler's time as Associate Editor of the Catholic Encyclopedia. 1 11 Graduate School Resolutions, 1937-1938 Resolutions that Ziegler proposed and voted on in the Graduate program. 1 12 The Catholic Encyclopedia Notes, 1960 1 13 Academic Notes, 1929-1960 1 14 Academic Notes, 1933-1960 Includes correspondence from when Ziegler was a Graduate Student. 1 15 Catholic Encyclopedia Notes, 1960-1961 Series 3: History Department Correspondence, 1932-1969 (2 Boxes) This series consists of correspondence relating to Ziegler's years as a faculty member of the CUA History Department. Much of the correspondence is administrative in nature, from his tenure as chair of the department from 1941-1961, consisting of letters to other faculty members, the Rector's office, and different organizations with a working relationship with the History department. 1 16 History Department Correspondence, 1947-1951 This is general administrative correspondence between department faculty members 2 1 History Department Correspondence, 1939-1969 Correspondence with other academics outside CUA 2 2 Teaching Correspondence, 1932-1955 Correspondence with individual students within the department 2 3 CUA Correspondence, 1941-1946 Correspondence with CUA administration such as the Rector's office and the Dean of Arts and Sciences. 2 4 Societal Correspondence, 1943-1944 Correspondence with organizations that had a working relationship with the history department such as the Knights of Columbus and the NCWC Education Department. 2 5 Cassidy Correspondence, 1956 Correspondence with Dr. Francis Cassidy and Vice Rector Msgr. McDonald concerning Dr. Cassidy. 2 6 Faculty Correspondence, 1942-1948 Includes extensive correspondence with Dr. Purcell 2 7 History Department, 1931-1933 Correspondence relating to content discussed on the Catholic Hour, with other Canon Lawyers and Canon Law academics. 2 8 Student Letters, 1941-1948 Letters addressed to Ziegler's students and their replies 2 9 General Correspondence, 1941-1944 History Department correspondence, varied Series 4: Student Papers and Examinations, 1923-1942 (1 Box) This is a collection of student papers that Ziegler believed were exceptional in the undergraduate and graduate courses he taught. There are also copies of different examinations he gave through the years in his classes. 3 1 Greek Civilization Notes, 1923-1924 Typed lecture notes 3 2 The Women in the Wilderness, n.d A student essay about German nuns during the Middle Ages 3 3 Carolingian Essays, n.d Several examples of Charlemagne essays written for Ziegler's class 3 4 Ecole Nationale Paper, n.d 3 5 Sacred Theology Essay, 1923 handwritten 3 6 Graduate-Undergraduate Examinations, 1942 Copies of exams from Ziegler's courses Series 5: Research Notes, 1924-1952 (2 Boxes) This series contains Ziegler's research notes for lectures, articles, and general historical research that he conducted during his career. Many of his notes are from his years of graduate study. Also, some of the notes are Latin research that he conducted on the Vulgate bible. The rest of his research is historical in nature, pertaining to the French Church during the Middle Ages. 3 7 Research Notes, n.d These are all handwritten half sheet/note cards of notes that Ziegler made 3 8 Research Notes, 1930-1963 Various Medieval history notes, handwritten and typed 3 9 Epistola Honorii Research Notes, 1947 Also included is a draft of an article Ziegler wrote on this subject 3 10 Bibliography Notes, 1924 Notes on Ziegler's sources include note cards and a typed list of general sources used in his graduate research. 3 11 Medieval Latin Notes, n.d Handwritten and typed translations 3 12 Research Notes, 1952 General research notes that are handwritten and typed, Medieval French history 4 1 Epistola Research, n.d Liturgical Latin notes 4 2 Epistola Research, n.d Liturgical Latin notes 4 3 Research on the Vulgate Bible, n.d Research on the Latin translations of the Vulgate Bible 4 4 Research on the Vulgate Bible, n.d Research on the Latin translations of the Vulgate Bible 4 5 Canon Law History, 1929 Outline to an article written by Ziegler 4 6 Charlemagne Research, n.d Handwritten notes 4 7 Medieval Latin Literature Research, n.d Handwritten analytical notes 4 8 Bede Research/Essay, n.d 4 9 Bonaventure Research, n.d 4 10 Medieval Literature Research, 1940 Handwritten and typed notes 4 11 Medieval French History Notes, n.d Handwritten notes Series 6: National Federation of Catholic College Student Files, 1946-1955 (5 Boxes) This series contains all correspondence, reports, and general files from the National Federation of Catholic College Students (NFCCS). Ziegler served as both chaplain and regional moderator for the organization. Most of these files are his personal correspondence and reports concerning his position within the NFCCS. There are also some general files from the organization such as organizational newsletters and newspapers. 5 1 NFCCS National Youth Travel Office, 1954 Includes general files on this department, mainly instructional 5 2 Handbooks, Pamphlets, and Minutes, 1953 Minutes are from regional meetings 5 3 NFCCS Newspapers, 1949-1955 5 4 International Briefs, 1946-1956 News on world affairs and positions from the NFCCS on these world issues 5 5 Joint Committee for Student Action Newsletter, 1947-1949 6 1 National Liturgy Commission, 1951-1955 General correspondence and resolutions 6 2 Student News Service, 1950 6 3 8th Annual National Congress, 1951 Includes minutes and resolutions 6 4 NFCCS "Forum" Newsletter , 1944-1949 Selected copies of the newsletter 6 5 6th Annual Congress, 1949 General minutes and resolutions 6 6 7th Annual Congress, 1950 General minutes and resolutions 6 7 National Mariology Commission, 1949-1955 Commission chaired by Ziegler 6 8 Baltimore-Washington Liturgy Commission, 1949-1956 Correspondence with the NFCCS concerning this commission and resolutions passed by the commission. 6 9 11th National Congress, 1954 Includes minutes and resolutions 7 1 General NFCCS Correspondence, 1952 7 2 9th National Congress, 1952 Includes minutes and resolutions 7 3 10th National Congress, 1953 Includes minutes and resolutions 7 4 NFCCS Moderators Minutes, 1948 From national meeting of moderators 7 5 Report on International Student Congress, 1946 7 6 Miscellaneous Reports and Papers, 1949-1950 Mainly reports from the National Congress 7 7 Student Relief Campaign, 1949 7 8 NFCCS Miscellaneous Papers, 1950-1951 Mainly reports from the National Congress 8 1 NFCCS General Reports, 1940-1949 A small collection of various resolutions and policies passed by the NFCCS 8 2 NFCCS Reports, 1954 Liturgical reports 8 3 NFCCS Correspondence, 1947-1953 Ziegler correspondence with other Moderators and members of NFCCS 9 1 NFCCS Correspondence, 1945-1950 General Chaplain and Moderator correspondence 9 2 Ziegler NFCCS Correspondence, 1950-1951 9 3 NFCCS Regional Correspondence, 1947-1949 9 4 NFCCS Regional Correspondence, 1949-1950 9 5 5th National Congress, 1948 General minutes, resolutions, and correspondence concerning the congress Series 7: Publications and Photos, 1929-1968 (2 Boxes) This series is a collection of publications and personal photos. The personal photos were taken around the 1920s, with Ziegler's family and his travels to France. The publications include academic journals on Medieval history, book reviews, and articles on religious matters. Ziegler also collected clippings from various newspapers and magazines on religious issues and Church related news. 9 6 Clippings, 1941-1960 Clippings from St. John's 9 7 Clippings, 1929-1956 Newspaper clippings on religious news such as a prayer service in congress 9 8 Booklets, 1935-1943 Academic booklets on theology 9 9 Publications, 1947-1948 Includes a Latin manuscript copy of Biblioteche Nationale 9 10 Publications, 1929-1956 Booklets on Catholic education techniques 10 1 Miscellaneous Pamphlets and Booklets, 1946-1950 Fourteen booklets on Catholic morals and civic duties 10 2 Miscellaneous Pamphlets and Booklets, 1946-1956 Publications from the Catholic Intercontinental Press, concerning world issues such as the spread of Communism. 10 3 Miscellaneous Student Pamphlets, 1942-1952 Student related newsletters 10 4 Miscellaneous Booklets and Reports, 1953 Booklets on Liturgical issues and Historical academic journals, including one in German. 10 5 Personal Photos and Postcards, c.a. 1920's Personal photos taken of Ziegler and his family, as well as his trip abroad to France. Also included are postcards he collected in France. 10 6 Postcards, n.d Unwritten postcards that Ziegler collected during his trip to France 10 7 Postcards, 1931 Unwritten postcards that Ziegler collected during his trip to France as well as a personal Latin daily prayer book.

Similar Items