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Crowds celebrating independence
Image | 1962 | College of Fine and Applied Arts: Teaching CollectionCulture: French
Crowds celebrating independence
Image | 1962 | College of Fine and Applied Arts: Teaching CollectionCulture: French
Constitutional Convention candidate George Brown broadside
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1847 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A broadside distributed to voters of Madison County by George T. Brown, who sought election as a delegate to the Constitutional Convention of 1847. In the broadside, Brown explained his position on "the various amendments proposed to be made" to the state Constitution, such as legislative and judiciary powers, banking, and borrowing money.
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.
Platform of the Conference for Progressive Political Action
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A leaflet entitled "Platform of the Conference for Progressive Political Action" issued by the Socialist Party in Chicago, Illinois. This document includes the Socialist Party's "Program of Public Service" and "For Child Labor Amendment."
The Tax Relief Amendment to Article IX of the Constitution of Illinois
Multi-Page Item | 8 pages | 1930 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A copy of a handbill entitled "The Tax Relief Amendment to Article IX of the Constitution of Illinois Proposed by the Fifty-Sixth General Assembly" issued by Clarence N. Isaacson, Rock Island County Clerk's Office. County Clerk Isaacson sent this copy to Mary Stauduhar. He sent additional copies to all voters in Rock Island, Illinois on November 4, 1930.
Governor Small's road construction periodical
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A page from a periodical of Governor Small's "Record for building new roads" and its positive impact on education. This document originates from the Illinois Republican Council Bulletin and includes various photographs, charts, and road maps from Illinois towns to illustrate the progress the Chicago Tribune ignored when they "falsified all of Governor Small's official acts" ...
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.
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.
Republican ticket electors handbill
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1860 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A handbill of Republican ticket electors, including candidates for President, Abraham Lincoln and for Vice President, Hannibal Hamlin. Representatives from Ohio are listed, including electors Frederick Hassaurek from Hamilton County and Joseph M. Root from Erie County.
Republican foreign policy critique circular letter
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1924 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A circular letter from various professional individuals, Alderman, et al., criticizing Republican foreign policy under the Harding and Coolidge presidencies and the League of Nations. These individuals recommend the election of Democratic candidate John W. Davis.
Democratic Party Achievements
Multi-Page Item | 16 pages | 1937 | Illinois and US History Broadsides and Printed Ephemera Collection (Digitized Content)A leaflet entitled, "Democratic Party Achievements," an "address by Hon. James A. Farely at Toledo, Ohio, July 24, 1937" and "printed in the Congressional Record of July 26, 1937" by the United States Government Printing Office in Washington, D.C.
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 | 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Republican Ticket
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1884 | George W. Lienesch Collection (Digitized Content)An election ballot entitled "Republican Ticket" presenting the major political candidates for office in the election of 1884 for the Republican Party. James G. Blaine was the presidential nominee and John A. Logan was the vice presidential nominee.
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.
Extracts From the Road Laws of Illinois
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1852 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A poster entitled "Extracts from the Road Law of Illinois, Relative to the Duties of Supervisors, in Force" signed by County Clerk Matthew Stacy on June 22, 1852. The second copy of the poster is a variation duplicate signed by County Clerk John Trabue.
Resolutions of the General Assembly of Illinois to the establishment of Industrial Universities and for the encouragement of Practical and General Education among the People
Image | 1853 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A copy of a government document entitled "Resolutions of the General Assembly of the State of Illinois, relative to the establishment of Industrial Universities, and for the encouragement of Practical and General Education among the People." This document was signed by Speaker of the House of Representatives John Reynolds and approved by Secretary of State Alexander Starne o...
Emily Babbott school teacher's certificate
Image | 1853 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A "School Teacher's Certificate" awarded to Emily A. Babbott by W. B. Jenkins, School Commissioner of Warren County. This certificate was printed by Smith's Print in Monmouth, Illinois and dated July 13, 1853.
Speech of Honorary Thomas L. Harris on the tariff question
Multi-Page Item | 16 pages | 1854 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A pamphlet entitled "Speech of the Hon. Thos. L. Harris, of Illinois, on the Tariff Question in reply to the Speech of Mr. Hampton, of Pennsylvania." This publication includes the 6 page "Letter of Hon. Thos. L. Harris, of Illinois upon the Repeal of the Fugitive Slave Law." The pamphlet was printed by Steam Power Press in Springfield, Illinois in 1854.
Resolutions of the Legislature of Illinois in favor of granting land to every landless head of a family
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1851 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A government document issued by the Senate entitled, "Resolutions of the Legislature of Illinois in favor of granting land to every landless head of a family who will settle and cultivate the same." This document states the Senate approves passing this law which allows land to be given to "landless heads of families" in Illinois. This resolution is dated January 23, 1851.
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.
An Act to Incorporate the City and Bank of Cairo in the State of Illinois
Multi-Page Item | 15 pages | 1836 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A pamphlet entitled "An Act to Incorporate the City and Bank of Cairo in the State of Illinois" published by Blair and Rives in Washington, D.C. in 1836.
Joseph Berry for Probate Justice of the Peace in Scott County
Multi-Page Item | 3 pages | 1847 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A poster from Illinois Governor Augustus C. French approving Joseph Berry for "office of Probate Justice of the Peace for the county of Scott" for two years. The document is signed by Governor French and Secretary of State H. Cooley in Springfield, Illinois on August 31, 1847.
Chicago and Rock Island Railroad Company lands for use
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1853 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A letter to Matthew Eagan from the Commissioners Elmer Baldwin, William Cullen, and Charles H. Sutphen informing him that "the appropriation of certain lands and lots for the use of the Chicago and Rock Island Railroad Company, has been duly filed in the office of the Clerk of Circuit Court, of the county of La Salle," Illinois, dated January 3, 1853.
William L. May Illinois Patriot clipping
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1834 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)An editorial clipping from the "Illinois Patriot" newspaper dated July 12, 1834 in Jacksonville, Illinois. This editorial is addressed to William L. May and accuses him of ill reputation during his candidacy for Congressman. The editorial is signed by "Agricola."
Letter of the Honorary J. Reynolds of Illinois to constituents
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1840 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A circular letter entitled "Letter of the Hon. J. Reynolds of Illinois" to his constituents informing them of his position on the "alien and sedition laws." This letter was published in Washington City, Illinois and dated July 13, 1840.
T. S. Seybold and Co. Attorneys at Law poster
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1852 | Clarendon Van Norman Jr. Collection of Ephemera (Digitized Content)A poster advertising the law business "Western Land and Mercantile Agency. T. S. Seybold & Co., Attorneys at Law and General Land and Mercantile Agents" in Ottawa, Illinois. This poster was created by T. S. Seybold & Co. and is dated January 1, 1852.
Al principe e al popolo : intorno allo stato delle cose in Toscana
Multi-Page Item | 82 pages | 1847 | Digital Rare Book Collection Guerrazzi, Francesco Domenico, 1804-1873
Capitoli per l'errezione ed incaminamento dell'Archivio publico della patria della Riviera in Salò, confirmati con ducali dell'eccellentissimo senato 16 aprile 1718
Multi-Page Item | 10 pages | 1718 | Digital Rare Book Collection
Rendiconto della amministrazione della giustizia presso il Tribunale di Como per l'anno giuridico 1875-76
Multi-Page Item | 26 pages | 1876 | Digital Rare Book Collection Gamba, Giacomo
La magistratura consolare di Torino : cenni storici, biografici e statistici
Multi-Page Item | 54 pages | 1864 | Digital Rare Book Collection Dionisotti, Carlo, 1824-1899
Regolamento per le sedute pubbliche del comune di Arena-Po
Multi-Page Item | 14 pages | 1866 | Digital Rare Book Collection
Statuto regolamentare ed amministrativo del Pio Consorzio di San Giuseppe, ora la sede presso la Chiesa di S. Maria della salute detta dei crociferi : approvato nell'adunanza generale degli ascritti il 30 agosto 1875
Multi-Page Item | 38 pages | 1875 | Digital Rare Book Collection Pio consorzio di San Giuseppe (Milan, Italy)
Rendiconto della amministrazione della giustizia presso il tribunale di Como per l'anno giuridico 1874-75
Multi-Page Item | 24 pages | 1876 | Digital Rare Book Collection Gamba, Giacomo

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