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William McJunkin

Atlas Supplement

Briggs and White catalogue

J. S. Newhouse Commission and Forwarding Merchant circular

Ropp's Commercial Calculator

Agency for the Location of Military Land Warrants, in Iowa, Wisconsin and Illinois

Rogers and Leaming Attorneys at Law and Real Estate Agents advertisement

To Rail Road Companies

Prospectus of the Prairie Mirror

The Illinois Teacher, vol. 1

Todd's Hotel advertisement

The West Side Savings Bank brochure

Edwardsville Spectator, vol. 3, no. 142

E. L. Cavenee handbill

S.C. Overpack's Champion Logging Wheels advertisement

Jefferson County (Ohio) tax list

Barnum and Richardson Manufacturing Company advertisement

The Egyptian Star, vol. 2, no. 3

Charles T. Stevenson of Bloomington for State Treasurer handbill

The Grand Old Party political pamphlet

The Queen City Amateur, vol. 2, no. 1

The Wide Awake, vol. 1, no. 12

Greene County tax list

How the Farm Woman Can Reduce the High Cost of Living

Leisure Moments, vol. 1, no. 9

Workers Party of America Literature Department flyer

Illinois Centennial 1918 poster

Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad clipping

Illinois Midland Railway Company

Waverly: Town Lots for Sale poster

The Amateur Adviser, vol. 1, no. 4

The Pastime Magazine, vol. 2, no. 13

Boys' and Girls' Favorite, vol. 3, no. 2

The Morton Ventilator advertisement

C. F. Keeling political campaign advertisement

Ford Exposition: A Century of Progress

Clark's capture of Kaskaskia Proclamation

F. Walter & Co. trade card

Samuel H. Shapiro brochure

Art Bartell political campaign advertisement

William McJunkin
Image | 1919 | Picture ChicagoWilliam D. McJunkin was an advertising executive. He wrote the chapter entitled "Chicago Calls," in Chicago's reconstruction plan.
Atlas Supplement
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 0 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A special edition newspaper entitled "Atlas Supplement, Sep. 12" containing various articles, advertisements, and poetry circa 1870s.
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.
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.
Ropp's Commercial Calculator
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 0 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A leaflet entitled "Ropp's Commercial Calculator" as advertised by C. Ropp, Jr. in Bloomington, Illinois. The publication is for "the use of Farmers, Mechanics and Business Men, and will enable any one to do his own accounting with ease, speed, and accuracy."
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...
Rogers and Leaming Attorneys at Law and Real Estate Agents advertisement
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1857 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)An advertisement for "Rogers & Leaming, Attorneys at Law, and Real Estate Agents" in Bloomington, Illinois in 1857.
To Rail Road Companies
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1857 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A leaflet entitled "To Rail Road Companies" created by R. Root informing railroad lines of the "rotary fan blower" to clear the railroad tracks. R. Root circulated this leaflet in Galesburg, Illinois and it is dated December 16, 1857.
Prospectus of the Prairie Mirror
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1851 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A "Prospectus of the Prairie Mirror" advertising the content of the new newspaper in Hillsboro, Illinois. This document was created by F. H. Gilmore and is dated July 14, 1851.
The Illinois Teacher, vol. 1
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 0 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A prospectus for "The Illinois Teacher. Volume First: Organ of the State Teacher's Institute" advertising the content of the new periodical in Illinois circa 1856.
Todd's Hotel advertisement
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 0 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)An advertisement for Todd's Hotel owned by A. H. Todd. This hotel "will be opened about the 1st of April" and suited as "a Business-men's Hotel, and at moderate charges. $2.50 per day," in Chicago, Illinois.
The West Side Savings Bank brochure
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 0 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A brochure entitled "The West Side Savings Bank" advertising their hours and services to patrons, including deposits, loans, fees, and children's accounts.This brochure was printed by the Chicago Evening Post in Chicago, Illinois circa 1861.
Edwardsville Spectator, vol. 3, no. 142
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1822 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A periodical entitled "Edwardsville Spectator" edited by Hooper Warren in Edwardsville, Illinois on February 26, 1822. This issue includes various advertisements, essays, and articles.
E. L. Cavenee handbill
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A handbill entitled, "A Doctor for a Doctor's Job," advertising Dr. E. L. Canvenee as the "Republican candidate for Coroner" in the primary election on April 8, 1924 in Champaign, Illinois.
S.C. Overpack's Champion Logging Wheels advertisement
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1900 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)An advertisement entitled "The Champion Logging Wheels: Awarded First Premium and Medal at the World's Fair, Chicago, 1893." The logging wheels are manufactured and sold by S.C. Overpack in Manistee, Michigan. This item is a "facsimile reprint from the Clark Historical Library at Central Michigan University" in Mount Pleasant, Michigan.
Jefferson County (Ohio) tax list
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1822 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A list of unpaid taxes in Jefferson County published on May 11, 1822. Each list of taxes was signed and published by the Ohio state auditor and circulated in newspaper publications as required by law.
Barnum and Richardson Manufacturing Company advertisement
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1878 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)An advertisement for a transportation manufacturing business. Barnum and Richardson Manufacturing Company produced and sold car and locomotive wheels.
The Egyptian Star, vol. 2, no. 3
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1878 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)An amateur journal entitled "The Egyptian Star," published in Cairo, Illinois and edited by Will L. Wright. This issue, published in June 1878, includes various advertisements, articles, and poems.
Charles T. Stevenson of Bloomington for State Treasurer handbill
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A handbill promoting "Charles T. Stevenson of Bloomington for State Treasurer, Subject to the Decision of the Republican Primaries. April 8, 1924." 2 copies.
The Grand Old Party political pamphlet
Multi-Page Item | 32 pages | 1890 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A political pamphlet from "The Grand Old Party" discussing "the Republican Record made during the nine months of Congress," published in September 1890.
The Queen City Amateur, vol. 2, no. 1
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1877 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)An amateur journal entitled "The Queen City Amateur," published in Cincinnati, Ohio and edited by Ed Swift. This issue, published in February 1877, includes various advertisements of stamps, visiting cards, and other amateur journal publications.
The Wide Awake, vol. 1, no. 12
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1877 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)An amateur journal entitled "The Wide Awake," published in Maywood, Illinois and edited by Jesse R. Sharp. This issue, published in April 1877, includes various advertisements and articles.
Greene County tax list
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1839 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A list of unpaid taxes in Greene County published on March 11, 1839. Each list of taxes was signed and published by the Illinois state auditor and circulated in newspaper publications as required by law.
How the Farm Woman Can Reduce the High Cost of Living
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A handbill entitled, "How the Farm Woman Can Reduce the High Cost of Living," created by the Democratic Party. The solution to farming industry is the Democratic Party's "program of low tariff and the restoration of the farmers' European markets." The Democratic Party urges farm women to vote for presidential candidates John. W. Davis and Charles W. Bryan in the election of ...
Leisure Moments, vol. 1, no. 9
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1877 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)An amateur journal entitled "Leisure Moments," published in St. Johns, Illinois and edited by Junius W. C. Wright. This issue, published in July 1877, includes various advertisements and stories.
Workers Party of America Literature Department flyer
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A flyer from the Workers Party of America Literature Department "to call attention to the Book Offers" advertising those that support "a Mass Farmer-Labor Party" and will subscribe to the Farmer Labor Voice periodical.
Illinois Centennial 1918 poster
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1918 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A poster entitled "1818 Centennial 1918" and includes this text: "Not without thy wondrous story, Can be writ the Nation's glory, Illinois." This poster was drawn by W. G. Sesser and published by Edwards & Deutsch Litho. Company, Chicago in Illinois. 2 copies.
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 Midland Railway Company
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1876 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A handbill advertising the Illinois Midland Railway Company, including a "List of Routes" on the reverse side. This advertisement was published by the Office of the Gen'l Passenger and Ticket Agent in Paris, Illinois, May 1876.
Waverly: Town Lots for Sale poster
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1835 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A poster entitled "Waverly Town Lots for Sale" describing the new town and its potential growth in order to sell plots of land. This document was printed by Treadway, Parks, & Bailey in Alton, Illinois.
The Amateur Adviser, vol. 1, no. 4
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1876 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)An amateur journal entitled "The Amateur Adviser," published in Chicago, Illinois and edited by Franklin A. Reed and Ira P. Rowley. This issue, published July 15, 1876, includes various advertisements and stories.
The Pastime Magazine, vol. 2, no. 13
Multi-Page Item | 12 pages | 1878 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)An amateur journal entitled "The Pastime Magazine," published in Newark, New Jersey and edited by I. H. Blanchard. This issue, published in September 1878, includes various advertisements and articles.
Boys' and Girls' Favorite, vol. 3, no. 2
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1877 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)An amateur journal entitled "The Boys' and Girls' Favorite," published in Chicago, Illinois and edited by Henry P. Hull. This issue, published in July 1877, includes various advertisements and stories.
The Morton Ventilator advertisement
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1878 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)An advertisement for a railway car business showcasing the Morton Ventilator. This clipping includes an illustration of the ventilator and provides a contact for further information, E. H. Winchell.
C. F. Keeling political campaign advertisement
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1976 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)An advertisement for Republican candidate C. F. Keeling in his political campaign for Champaign County Board District Five. The Champaign County Republican Central Committee promotes the Champaign County Board elections on November 2, 1976 in Champaign, Illinois.
Ford Exposition: A Century of Progress
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1933 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A brochure entitled "Ford Exposition: A Century of Progress" describing the event in Chicago, Illinois in 1933-1934.
Clark's capture of Kaskaskia Proclamation
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1978 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)Governor James R. Thompson issues a proclamation in celebrating the 200th anniversary of George Rogers Clark's capture of Kaskaskia on July 4, 1778. 2 copies.
F. Walter & Co. trade card
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A trade card entitled "F. Walter & Co.," advertising for Fred. Walter and George F. Heselmeyer's candy sales in St. Louis, Missouri, undated.
Samuel H. Shapiro brochure
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1968 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A brochure promoting the Democratic candidate, "an extraordinary man for a critical time," Samuel H. Shapiro, "the only Gubernatorial Candidate with state government experience."
Art Bartell political campaign advertisement
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1976 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)An advertisement for Republican candidate Art Bartell in his political campaign for Champaign County Board District One. The Champaign County Republican Central Committee promotes the Champaign County Board elections on November 2, 1976 in Champaign, Illinois.