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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...
The Story of the British Labor Party
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A leaflet entitled "The Story of the British Labor Party" by Morris Hillquit and issued by the Socialist Party in Chicago, Illinois. This document discusses the history of the British Labor Party and its impact on the labor industry in Great Britain.
Third Battalion Reception and Ball program
Multi-Page Item | 20 pages | 1903 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A program entitled "Souvenir Programme, Reception and Ball give[n] by the Third Battalion, 7th Infantry I.N.G. at Armory" on Saturday evening, Dec. 12, 1903 in Chicago, Illinois. This document includes advertisements for military clothing and cigars.
Stock and Grain farm for sale poster
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1920 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A poster advertising "One of Illinois' Largest Stock and Grain Farms to be Subdivided and Sold" by E. R. Tallmadge in Chicago, Illinois. The farm is priced at "$200 to $225 per acre."
The American Playmate, vol. 1
Multi-Page Item | 8 pages | 1872 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)An amateur journal entitled "The American Playmate," published in Chicago, Illinois and edited by Virgil Liberman and Levi Eliel. This issue, published December 19, 1872, includes various advertisements, stories, music events, and transportation itineraries for young people and collectors.
Governor Horner's Record: Official Democratic Text-Book for State Campaign for Use of Speakers and Party Workers
Multi-Page Item | 52 pages | 1936 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A pamphlet entitled "Governor Horner's Record: Official Democratic Text-Book for State Campaign For Use of Speakers and Party Workers," containing Judge Henry Horner's and other Democratic candidates' campaign information for the 1936 election. This document was likely published by the Democratic Party or Henry Horner's campaign.
Illinois State Convention members list poster
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1847 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A poster of "A List of the Members Composing the Illinois State Convention, Assembled at the Capitol in Springfield, Monday, June 7th, 1847, To Alter or Amend the Constitution of the State." This document includes an alphabetical list of members and their occupations.
I.C.R.R. Plat Showing of Lines in Mississippi
Multi-Page Item | 10 pages | 1898 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A map of the "I.C.R.R. [Illinois Central Rail Road] Plat Showing Proposed Form of Towns on Projected Lines in Mississippi" in 1898. 5 copies.
David Bradley Manufacturing Company advertising card
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 0 | George W. Lienesch Collection (Digitized Content)An advertising card for David Bradley Manufacturing Company's swingbeam sulky plow, adjustable arch cultivator, and iron frame combined cultivator in Chicago, Illinois. The front side of the card includes a photograph of Vice President Thomas A. Hendricks during his term in office circa 1885.
M'Kendree College Semi-Annual Exhibition
Multi-Page Item | 8 pages | 1849 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A program for the McKendree College Semi-Annual Exhibition on Tuesday evening, February 27, 1849 and Wednesday evening, February 28, 1849. The event included music, prayer, and presentations on various topics. 2 copies, one on blue paper and one on white paper.
Specimen Ballot for Champaign County
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A "Specimen Ballot for an Election to be held June 2, 1924" in Champaign County, Illinois. The ballot lists four political parties (Republican, Democratic, Socialist, and Farmer-Labor Party) and their respective candidate for "Judge of the Supreme Court: Third Supreme Judicial District." 2 copies.
Woman's Roosevelt Republican Club circular letter
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A circular letter from the Woman's Roosevelt Republican Club sent to voters encouraging them to vote for candidate Thurlow G. Essington by accusing Governor Len Small of not protecting women during his term.
Illinois and Michigan Canal stock certificate
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1840 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A stock certificate from the State of Illinois to American citizens for Illinois and Michigan Canal stock. This copy is signed by the Governor of Illinois and the Auditor of State on June 1, 1840. The document includes the stock certificate and interest cards with various dates.
Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad clipping
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1878 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)An advertisement for the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad traveling west from Chicago to various destinations such as San Francisco, California, New Mexico, and Colorado. D.W. Hitchcook is the General Western Passenger Agent located in Chicago, Illinois.
Illinois Republican News
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1959 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A pamphlet entitled "Illinois Republican News" edited by the Illinois Republican State Central Committee in Springfield, Illinois. This issue, dated June 20, 1959, includes various news articles and editorials.
We're For Roosevelt song
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1936 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A song composition entitled, "We're For Roosevelt" by William McRae and published by Consolidated Specialty Company in Chicago, Illinois. This campaign song reflects depression era feeling and supports Franklin D. Roosevelt's presidency.
Map of Jacksonville South-Eastern Line and Toledo, Peoria & Western Railway clipping
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1880 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A clipping of a "map of the Jacksonville South-Eastern Line, and Toledo, Peoria & Western Ry. occupied by the Adams Express Company."
$500 Reward and The Situation, no. 4
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A political campaign two sided leaflet entitled "$500 Reward" and on the reverse side, "The Situation, no. 4" issued by the Socialist Party in Chicago, Illinois. This issue supports the La Follette and Wheeler campaign in 1924.
Herbert C. Smith Republican Candidate for Alderman handbill
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1935 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A handbill entitled "Herbert C. Smith Republican Candidate for Alderman in the Fifth Ward" in which candidate Herbert C. Smith encourages constituents to re-elect him as Alderman on April 16, 1935. This election was possibly held in Rock Island, Illinois.
Samuel H. Shapiro news release
Multi-Page Item | 16 pages | 1968 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A news release from the Illinois Information Service containing the "remarks of Gov. Samuel H. Shapiro" at the League of Women Voters conference in Chicago, Illinois on October 9, 1968.
State Civil Service Commission Examination Notice
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1930 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A poster of the "Illinois State Civil Service Commission Examination Notice" held in various Illinois cities on April 19, 1930. This document was published by the State Civil Service Commission in Springfield, Illinois and includes each occupation's salary, description, and qualifications.
Illinois Republican News
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1960 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A pamphlet entitled "Illinois Republican News" edited by the Illinois Republican State Central Committee in Springfield, Illinois. This issue, dated October 1960, includes various news articles and editorials.
State Civil Service Commission Examination Notice
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1933 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A poster of the "Illinois State Civil Service Commission Examination Notice" held in various Illinois cities on December 15, 1933. This document was published by the State Civil Service Commission in Springfield, Illinois and includes each occupation's salary, description, and qualifications. 3 copies.
State Civil Service Commission Examination Notice
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1930 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A poster of the "Illinois State Civil Service Commission Examination Notice" held in various Illinois cities on June 9, 1930. This document was published by the State Civil Service Commission in Springfield, Illinois and includes each occupation's salary, description, and qualifications. 2 copies.
Vote for Bruce A. Campbell for Illinois State Treasurer leaflet
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1938 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A leaflet promoting Democratic candidate Bruce A. Campbell for Illinois State Treasurer in 1938. This document asks "Why should you vote for a 'Payroll Hog' like Louie E. Lewis?" in order to suggest that voters should support Campbell instead.
State Civil Service Commission Examination Notice
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1920 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A poster of the "Illinois State Civil Service Commission Examination Notice" held in various Illinois cities on September 25 and October 2, 1920. This document was published by the State Civil Service Commission in Springfield, Illinois and includes each occupation's salary, description, and qualifications.
Illinois Woman's Division circular letter
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A circular letter sent from Chairman Marie C. Plumb of the Illinois Woman's Division to an individual encouraging her participation in La Follette's presidential campaign. This letter was published by the La Follette-Wheeler Campaign Committee, Illinois Woman's Division and dated August 18, 1924. A small card and donation card is included with this letter.
State Civil Service Commission Examination Notice
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1921 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A poster of the "Illinois State Civil Service Commission Examination Notice" held in various Illinois cities on August 27 and September 10 and 17, 1921. This document was published by the State Civil Service Commission in Springfield, Illinois and includes each occupation's salary, description, and qualifications.
What Socialists Want and A Poor Man's Outlook, no. 1
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A political campaign two sided leaflet entitled "What Socialists Want" and on the reverse side "A Poor Man's Outlook, no. 1" issued by the Socialist Party in Chicago, Illinois. This issue supports the La Follette and Wheeler campaign in 1924.
State Civil Service Commission Examination Notice
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1921 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A poster of the "Illinois State Civil Service Commission Examination Notice" held in various Illinois cities on May 14, 21, and 28, 1921. This document was published by the State Civil Service Commission in Springfield, Illinois and includes each occupation's salary, description, and qualifications.
Libertyville Rally flyer
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1969 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A flyer from the Committee on Illinois Government announcing a rally at the Adlai Stevenson Farm near Libertyville, Illinois. A separate envelope and card concern the seeking of funds for the rally.
Edna E. Morris war ration book
Multi-Page Item | 10 pages | 1943 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A war ration book issued to Edna E. Morris from the United States Office of Price Administration in 1943 during World War II. This ration book includes six pages of stamps and a book cover both addressed to Edna E. Morris in Mount Vernon, Illinois.
Hodge in Prison...Because Stratton Flunked clipping
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1956 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A clipping reprinted from the Collinsville Herald, August 1, 1956 issue and entitled "Hodge in Prison...Because Stratton Flunked" by State Senator James O. Monroe. In this article, Monroe attempts to associate Stratton with the Hodge scandal in order to ruin his reputation in Stratton's re-election campaign for Governor in 1956.
Vote Right and The Red-Tailed Hawk, no.10
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A political campaign two sided leaflet entitled "Vote Right" and on the reverse side, "The Red-Tailed Hawk, no. 10" issued by the Socialist Party in Chicago, Illinois. This issue supports the La Follette and Wheeler campaign in 1924.
The War Record of Robert M. La Follette
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A pamphlet entitled "The War Record of Robert M. La Follette" published by the La Follette-Wheeler Joint National Committee in Washington, D.C. and Chicago, Illinois. This document was "compiled from the Records of Congress" and discusses La Follette's opposition to the military draft in 1916.
Parable of the Monkey and The Limit, no. 3
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A political campaign two sided leaflet entitled "Parable of the Monkey" and on the reverse side, "The Limit, no. 3" issued by the Socialist Party in Chicago, Illinois. This issue supports the La Follette and Wheeler campaign in 1924.
Words versus Action
Multi-Page Item | 8 pages | 1936 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A leaflet entitled, "Words vs. Action," "an address delivered by Secretary [of Agriculture] Wallace...Sept. 25, 1936" and published by The Fred J. Ringley Company in Chicago, Illinois.
Illinois Republican News
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1961 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A pamphlet entitled "Illinois Republican News" edited by the Illinois Republican State Central Committee in Springfield, Illinois. This issue, dated December 1961, includes various news articles and editorials.
La Follette for Farmers and Wheeler's Enemies, no. 16
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A political campaign two sided leaflet entitled "La Follette for Farmers" and on the reverse side, "Wheeler's Enemies, no. 16" issued by the Socialist Party in Chicago, Illinois. This issue supports the La Follette and Wheeler campaign in 1924.
Boneyard Creek strategic planning study. Champaign County, Illinois. Prepared by Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Water Resources.
Multi-Page Item | 231 pages | 1986 | Boneyard Creek (Champaign-Urbana, Illinois) Select Management Documents (1915-2000)1986

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