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German circular in St. Clair and Monroe County
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1848 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A German circular entitled "An die Deutschen Demokraten in St. Clair und Monroe County" and signed by Ein deutcher Demokrat" on July 28, 1848. 2 copies.
Subscriptions from Sangamon County citizens to erect the State House in Springfield
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1837 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular confirming subscriptions from Sangamon County citizens to equal "$50,000 towards the erection of the State House" in Springfield, Illinois on September 1, 1838.
To the Independent Voters of Gallatin County
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1847 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular from Henry Eddy "To the Independent Voters of Gallatin County" encouraging support for his election to "the office of Delegate to the Convention" and stating his position on amending the Constitution. This circular was published in Shawneetown, Illinois on March 29, 1847.
The President and the Crisis, or an Appeal to the Candid of the Democratic Party
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1864 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular printing of "The President and the Crisis, or an Appeal to the Candid of the Democratic Party." This article is from the "Hartford Daily Courant, Saturday, Oct. 8th, 1864" in which Teutonia describes General McClellan's failure in the Civil War.
Washington Lodge, no. 55 circular
Multi-Page Item | 3 pages | 1855 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular from George T. Stocker, Josiah S. Nutter, and John T. Duff to the "Brethren of Washington Lodge, No. 55" requesting monetary funds to aid the Madison Lodge in renting a house to hold their meetings. This circular was published in Alton, Illinois in June 1855.
I. O. of Good Templars circular
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1858 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular entitled "I. O. of G. T. [Good Templars]" from the "Office of the Grand Worthy Secretary of the Grand Lodge of Illinois" in which Secretary A. S. Norton provides the Quarter password for May and June meetings in Peoria, Illinois. This circular is dated March 25, 1858.
I. O. O. F. Grand Encampment of Illinois circular
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1858 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular from the Grand Scribe Samuel Willard of the Grand Encampment of Illinois to the I. O. O. F. members to inform them of the new "Check Word" and the expected date for receiving returns. This circular was sent from Jacksonville, Illinois on June 26, 1858.
To the American and European subscribers to the Loan for the completion of Illinois and Michigan Canal
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1847 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular letter entitled "To the American and European subscribers to the Loan for the completion of Illinois and Michigan Canal, and to holders of Canal bonds generally" published by Hugh T. Dickey in 1847. Dickey attempts to restore subscribers' confidence in the canal bonds of the Illinois and Michigan Canal.
Briggs and White catalogue
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1854 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular advertising the catalogue of "Briggs and White, Commission Merchants, Manufacturers and Wholesale Dealers in Plan & Painted Wooden, Willow & Cedar Ware" located in Chicago, Illinois in 1854. 2 copies.
Dissolution
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1855 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular entitled "Dissolution" from Caleb Birchall and Thomas Owen explaining "the firm of Birchall & Owen is this day dissolved by mutual consent"; however the drug and book departments will remain in business. This document was published in Springfield, Illinois and is dated February 23, 1855. A small letter from C. H. Moon appears at the end of the circular.
To the Voters of the 1st Congressional District of Illinois
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1834 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular entitled "To the Voters of the 1st Congressional District of Illinois" providing a notice to the voters of St. Clair County on the upcoming election and William Orr's remarks on his political campaign as a result of a meeting held on October 15, 1834.
J. S. Newhouse Commission and Forwarding Merchant circular
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 0 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular entitled "J. S. Newhouse, Commission and Forwarding Merchant" in which J. S. Newhouse solicits "consignments of Merchandise either for sale here or for forwarding to other parts." This circular was published in Chicago, Illinois circa 1850.
Agency for the Location of Military Land Warrants, in Iowa, Wisconsin and Illinois
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1851 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular entitled "Agency for the Location of Military Land Warrants, in Iowa, Wisconsin and Illinois" in which John W. Taylor advertises land "in a section of the country that is rapidly filling up with enterprising citizens and fast increasing in value." This land was offered specifically to "the surviving, or the widow or minor children of deceased commissioned officers...
Dr. S. F. Nigh (of Baltimore, MD) Surgeon Dentist
Multi-Page Item | 3 pages | 1841 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular entitled "Dr. S. F. Nigh (of Baltimore, MD) Surgeon Dentist" informing the public in Alton, Illinois, of his practice located at the Eagle Tavern. This circular is dated November 30, 1841.
Territory of Huron: Memorial of the Inhabitants of the Town of Galena, in the State of Illinois
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1828 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular entitled "Territory of Huron. Memorial of Inhabitants of the Town of Galena, in the State of Illinois" created by the House of Representatives in the twentieth Congress and printed by Gales and Seaton in Washington, D.C. This publication is government document number 35 in which Huron Territory residents petition Congress to re-draw the geographic lines between Hu...
Illinois State Federation of Labor Resolution
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A circular of a resolution from the Illinois State Federation of Labor in Chicago, Illinois and adopted on March 17, 1924. This document encourages citizens to support the pro-labor candidates in upcoming election: Newton Jenkins for U.S. Senator, Republican Governor Len Small for Governor of Illinois, and Democrat, Former State Senator Kent Keller for Governor of Illinois.
A circular of the High Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1846 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A facsimile of a circular sent from the High Council of the Church of the Latter Day Saints (Mormon Church) to announce their intention to "send out into the Western country from this place," and to provide instructions for the move to Oregon. This circular is addressed to the Church of the Latter Day Saints (Mormon Church) community members in Nauvoo, Illinois and signed by...
Evanston City Election circular
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1905 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A circular entitled, "Evanston City Election," advertising Republican candidates for election: Mayor Barker, George N. Woodley, F. H. Anderson, and John F. Hahn. This document reminds voters "do not forget to vote."
German circular list of candidates for state and national offices
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1838 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A circular in German entitled "An die deutschen demokratischen Maehler des Staates of Illinois." This document was published circa 1838 and possibly connects with Democratic Party affairs in St. Clair County, Illinois.
Dr. Thompson to seek office circular
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1943 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A circular of a newspaper article in the Chicago Tribune entitled "Dr. Thompson to Seek Office; Can't Say Which" by George Tagge. This article explains that the former Dean of the College of Commerce of the University of Illinois, Charles M. Thompson, is considering running for office. The article was published in the Chicago Tribune on November 13, 1943 and this document i...
Specifications of the manner of constructing Bridges on the Illinois and Michigan Canal
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 0 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular created by the Illinois and Michigan Canal Company entitled "Specifications of the manner of constructing Bridges on the Illinois and Michigan Canal." 3 copies.
General McClellan's letter of acceptance and oration at West Point, and letter to President Lincoln
Multi-Page Item | 8 pages | 1864 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular published by E. P. Patten in New York City presenting two letters from General McClellan. The first, "General McClellan's Letter of Acceptance together with his West-Point Oration" was addressed on September 8, 1864 and the oration on June 15, 1864. The second, "General McClellan's Letter to President Lincoln" was written in Virginia at the Headquarters for the Ar...
Act of Incorporation of the Pike County Mutual Fire Insurance Company
Image | 1837 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A political circular of the "Act of Incorporation of the Pike County Mutual Fire Insurance Company" created by the Illinois General Assembly and printed by I. R. Butts in Boston, Massachusetts in 1837.
The Prices for the Current Year Are
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1856 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular entitled "The Prices for the Current Year Are" advertising three stove sizes as manufactured by W. & J. Treadwell, Perry & Norton and the representing agent, George H. Hazelton in Chicago, Illinois. This document is dated March 1, 1856.
Chicago and Burlington Rail Road Line circular
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1856 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular from the Chicago and Burlington Rail Road Line General Freight Office informing "agents on this line are hereby authorized to make a deduction of twenty per center from tariff rates on all corn shipped to Chicago" and "on grain." This circular is dated May 6, 1856.
Circular of Alton College of Illinois
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1835 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A "Circular of Alton College of Illinois" describing the origins and plans of the college, including "annual expenses," "college class," and "terms and vacations." This circular was written by John M. Peck in Alton, Illinois on December 1, 1835.
I. O. O. F. Grand Lodge of Illinois circular
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1858 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular from the Grand Secretary Samuel Willard of the Grand Lodge of Illinois to the I. O. O. F. members to send the "Semi-Annual Report of the Lodge" to the office. This circular was sent from Bloomington, Illinois on December 15, 1858.
To the Public
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1832 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular entitled "To the Public" from Jacob M. Early explaining the controversy of John T. Stuart's political exchange with Peter Cartwright. This circular was published in Springfield, Illinois on August 9, 1832.
To the Voters of Hancock County
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 0 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular entitled "To the Voters of Hancock County" from Mark Aldrich stating his political views on various subjects before the election.
Sterling and Rock Island Rail Road Company election of directors
Multi-Page Item | 3 pages | 1860 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular sent from Secretary, David Leavitt informing individuals that the Sterling & Rock Island Rail Road Company will hold an election for directors of the company for next year in Sterling, Illinois on January 12, 1860.
Governor Len Small and Oscar E. Carlstrom election circular
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A circular presenting the "reasons why Governor Len Small should be nominated and re-elected" and Oscar E. Carlstrom's promises to "protect the people's interests" in the upcoming 1924 election.
Steuben Society of America German circular
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A German circular created by the Political Committee of the Steuben Society of America, dated August 14, 1924.
To the Voters of the Ninth Congressional District circular
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1854 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A political circular written "To the Voters of the Ninth Congressional District of Illinois" from S. S. Marshall in his campaign for a Congressional seat. S. S. Marshall resided in McLeansboro, Illinois and this circular is dated October 5-9, 1854.
Miller for Congress campaign circular
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1970 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A circular published by the Miller for Congress Committee that promotes the election of Robert Miller for Congress and includes his position on campaign issues.
Public Meeting at Galena
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1834 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular entitled "Public Meeting at Galena" describing the meeting in support of Benjamin Mills's candidacy for Congressman. This meeting was held on July 18, 1834 in Galena, Illinois.
To the Voters of Sangamon County
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1834 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular entitled "To the Voters of Sangamon County" from Sheriff Garrett Elkin encouraging support for his re-election as sheriff. This circular is dated July 25, 1834.
Illinois Land & General Agency by James P. Erskine
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 0 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular entitled "Illinois Land & General Agency by James P. Erskine" in which James Erskine lists the "terms for land business agency" located in Quincy, Illinois circa 1840. 2 copies. An envelope accompanies the item.
Address of the Democratic Central Committee to the Voters of Cass and Menard Counties
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1858 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular entitled "Address of the Democratic Central Committee to the Voters of Cass and Menard Counties" published by the Democratic Central Committee in Petersburg, Illinois on October 20, 1858. This circular contains the Committee's response to candidate G. U. Miles's positions on political issues and other Democratic candidates.
Flint and Wheeler Commission and Forwarding Merchants circular
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1851 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular from Flint and Wheeler advertising their business, "Flint and Wheeler Commission & Forwarding Merchants" opened in Chicago, Illinois. The circular is dated April 21, 1851.
New tubing for water pipes and pumps circular
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1854 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular advertising "A new and superior article of Tubing for Water Pipes and Pumps of every variety" from a manufacturer in Chicago, Illinois in 1854. This circular was printed by Spaudling and Wilcox, possibly in Chicago, Illinois.

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