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The Marshall, Illinois Herald circular
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A circular describing the support of the Marshall, Ill., Herald towards the Small and Deneen political campaign in the Republican primary election in 1924.
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.
To the Public circular
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1863 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A circular entitled "To the Public: The Basis of the Sanitary and Christian Commissions of Chicago" explaining the partnership of these organizations to assist soldiers and citizens during the Civil War in 1863.
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.
Prices and Terms of Separators, Horse Powers, Trucks, Equalizers, Straw Stackers, Corn Shellers, Corn Grinders, etc.
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1858 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular entitled "Prices and Terms of Separators, Horse Powers, Trucks, Equalizers, Straw Stackers, Corn Shellers, Corn Grinders, etc." as advertised by H. A. Pitts in Chicago, Illinois. This circular is dated April 1, 1858. A variant of the same circular accompanies the item.
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.
St. Louis and Indianapolis Rail Road Company circular
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 0 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular from Joseph Gillespie and Willis Allen describing the political controversy of the Illinois Senate approving the "act to incorporate the St. Louis and Indianapolis Rail Road Company" in small Illinois towns during the 1850s.
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 Richard Quinton encouraging citizens to vote him as a State Representative in the upcoming election. This circular is dated June 21, 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.
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.
U.S. Constitution Sesquicentennial Commission commemorative tree markers
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1935 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A circular created by the United States Constitution Sesquicentennial Commission advertising the sale of "Commemorative Tree Markers at $1.00 each" as an aspect of the Sesquicentennial Celebration of the United States. This advertisement includes sample pictures of the tree markers and an order form.
County Council, U.L.A. circular
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1864 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A circular sent from the County Council Union League Association (U.L.A.) to present the Pro-Union and loyalty resolutions passed on April 4, 1864.
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.
Why we are for LaFollette circular
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A circular entitled, "Why we are for LaFollette! Resolutions and Report of the Political Committee of the Steuben Society of America." This document explains the "resolutions of endorsement and excerpts from the Report of the Political Committee," dated August 14, 1924.
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."
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.
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.
An Account of the Landed Estate, House, and Other Property of Jubilee College
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1842 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular entitled "An Account of the Landed Estate, House, and Other Property of Jubilee College" written by Bishop Samuel Chase. The circular includes the original statement and an additional statement published on April 29, 1842 in Brimfield, Illinois. A floor plan for Jubilee's chapel and seminary is also included with the circular.
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.
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.
Swindling circular
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1837 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A photographic copy of a circular entitled "Swindling," asking for aid in finding two men who criminally misrepresented their bank account in obtaining two horses. The subscribers, Lyon and Wilcox, “will use every exertion to bring such a swindler to justice.”
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.
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...
Republican National Committee circular
Multi-Page Item | 8 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A circular from the Republican National Committee to Raymond F. Bacon in New York, N.Y. The document encourages Bacon's support for President Coolidge's re-election in 1924 and requests monetary donations through an additional form.
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.
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.
To the Freemasons of Illinois
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1867 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular entitled "To the Freemasons of Illinois" listing the legitimate fraternal organizations and officers in Illinois. This circular was sent from Chicago, Illinois and is dated March 14, 1867.
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.
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.
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.
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.
T.H.E. Urbana School Board Slate circular
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1960 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A circular mailed to voters in Urbana, Illinois that encourages them to "Vote - April 8th for T.H.E. Urbana School Board Slate" and includes brief biographical information about the candidates, Dr. William J. Toland, Jack Hensler, and Mrs. England.
Students for Miller campaign circular
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1970 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A circular from the Students for Miller entitled "We Have Work to Do," promoting the campaign of Robert Miller for Congress.
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.
F. H. Benson & Co. circular
Multi-Page Item | 3 pages | 1854 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular from F. H. Benson & Co. advertising their services as "General Real Estate and Collecting Agents and Dealers in Land Warrants" in Chicago, Illinois and La Crosse, Wisconsin in 1854.
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.
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...

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