273 25 22278 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/9a9b3e7a5f4a7c0b8b928711cd54f542.jpg 139126c60fa56624ded009200f913e52 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Chicago and Illinois Midland Railroad Collection Subject The topic of the resource Chicago and Illinois Midland Railway Company Railroad trains Railroads Coal--Transportation Commonwealth Edison Company Description An account of the resource The Chicago and Illinois Midland Railway Company began in 1888 as the Pawnee Railroad, running from Pawnee, and later Taylorville, to the Illinois Central Railroad mainline. The Chicago Edison Company (later Commonwealth Edison Company) purchased the Pawnee Railroad in 1905 to transport coal from Illinois' coal fields to Chicago Edison's power plants in Chicago. The railway's name changed to Chicago and Illinois Midland Railway Company at this time. Commonwealth Edison attempted unsuccessfully to sell the railroad after the passage of the Clean Air Act in the 1960s. After changes in company coal usage, the railroad went back into use, this time transporting coal from western states into central Illinois. After railroad deregulation in the 1980s, Commonwealth Edison sold the railroad in late 1987. The railroad was sold several more times. The finding aid for the Chicago and Illinois Midland Railway Company (Springfield, IL) Records, 1889-1956 at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum may be found at <a title="Chicago and Illinois Midland Railway Company (Springfield, IL) Records, 1889-1956" href="http://alplm-cdi.com/chroniclingillinois/items/show/127" target="_blank">http://alplm-cdi.com/chroniclingillinois/items/show/127</a>. Photographs in this collection include images of railroad employees at work, railroad operations, railroad engines and cars, and railroad accidents. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data photographic print b&w 1 Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 17 x 25 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 405224 Chicago and Illinois Midland Railroad Collection Title A name given to the resource Horse Creek Trestle Description An account of the resource Photo caption: "Every railroad had its engineering masterpiece and C&IM was no exception. Here we see the famous Horse Creek trestle at Pawnee, with 2-8-0 #3 and crew in a classic pose. Built in 1906, the 780 foot bridge represented a major project for equipment of the day. Picture taken about 1910, and is the only known photo of engine 3 which was sold to an unknown buyer in 1920." Subject The topic of the resource Illinois--Oakford Chicago and Illinois Midland Railway Company Railroad trains Trestles Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource ca. 1910 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource eng https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/835e3c58633a63043592da300f7a054b.jpg 8cd2b2a8a62e4ceb6bd7381ed95138e5 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Boch Family Collection Description An account of the resource The Boch family, headed by Stephen, Sr., a coal miner, and Maria "Mary" Prozniker Boch, were residents of Taylorville. Stephen and Maria immigrated from Austria with their two oldest children, Ferdinand and Agatha Boch Paul. After settling in Taylorville the Boch's had four sons, Max, Frederick S., Otto, and Frank. Stephen Boch, Sr. was an amateur photographer, a hobby shared with his son Frank. The University of Illinois at Springfield conducted an oral history interview with Frank and Frederick Boch in 1986. The interview may be accessed at <a href="http://library.uis.edu/archives/collections/oral/oralb.html#B631" target="_self">http://library.uis.edu/archives/collections/oral/oralb.html#B631</a>. Images in this collection include photographs of family and community members from Taylorville and the surrounding area. Subject The topic of the resource Boch, Stephen, Sr., 1872-1854 Boch, Maria Prozniker, 1869-1944 Boch, Max, 1910-1997 Boch, Frederick S., 1912-2003 Boch, Otto, 1914-2002 Boch, Frank, 1908-1990 Boch, Ferdinand, 1895- Paul, Agatha Boch, 1891-1972 Illinois--Taylorville Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data photographic print b&w 1 Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 13 x 18 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 400723 Boch Family Collection 715 Title A name given to the resource Horse Drawn Carriage Description An account of the resource Several horse drawn carriages parade through a town on a dirt road. The lead carriage is occupied by members of a band. Subject The topic of the resource Parades Carriages and carts Horses Bands (Music) Musical instruments Horse-drawn vehicles Dirt roads Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource n.d. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource eng https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/bc316c9423c0c8caef6154531fe79532.jpg 475b3df8ed174cfe69f048ef7e931f37 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Thomas Rees Collection Subject The topic of the resource Rees, Thomas, 1850-1933 State journal-register Illinois State Fair Parades Newspapers Publishers and publishing Illinois--Springfield Description An account of the resource Thomas Rees was the publisher of The State Journal-Register in Springfield, Illinois, from 1881-1933. Rees served as an Illinois State Senator from 1902-1906. After traveling through Belgium and the Netherlands with his wife, Rees donated $200,000 to the city of Springfield for the construction and maintenance of a carillon and tower. The city dedicated the completed structure to Thomas Rees in 1962. Photographs in this collection include images of The State Journal-Register employees, parades, and Illinois State Fair displays. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data photographic print b&w 1 Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 10 x 13 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 401325 Thomas Rees Photo Album Title A name given to the resource Horse Drawn Carriage Description An account of the resource Several horses pull a man and dogs in a carriage down a city street. Subject The topic of the resource Horses Dogs Carriages and carts Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource n.d. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource eng https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/82b51157cd482ba3d10e2b81f30552ba.jpg e129f842eabc0ac0b3e66fcca40542a4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Purcell Family Collection Subject The topic of the resource McFerson, Willian H., 1893-1969 Purcell, Charles E., 1862-1920 Illinois--Kewannee World War (1914-1918) Battleships Description An account of the resource The Purcell Family Collection contains images of Charles E. Purcell of Kewanee, Illinois, and his son in law, William H. McFerson of Quincy, Illinois. Purcell and McFerson lived in Illinois until the 1900s when they relocated with their families to Boulder, Colorado. McFerson served in the Field Artillery during World War I. Photographs in this collection also include images of the U. S. S. Minnesota transporting soldiers during World War I and daily life in Kewanee, Illinois. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data photographic print b&w 1 Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 12 x 10 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 400817 Purcell Family Collection Title A name given to the resource Horse Drawn Wagon Description An account of the resource Horses travel down a dirt road through a heavily wooded area. Subject The topic of the resource Horses Wagons Forests and forestry Dirt roads Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource n.d. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource eng https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/a11f0342dff12b4d562bdfccc0c9f942.jpg 1d00d6042eed931d897c442c2a34d34e Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Monticello College Collection Subject The topic of the resource Women's colleges Universities and colleges Monticello College Monticello Female Seminary Haskell, Harriet, 1835-1907 Illinois--Godfrey Godfrey, Benjamin, 1794-1862 Description An account of the resource Monticello College first began as the Monticello Female Seminary in 1838. Founded by Captain Benjamin Godfrey to provide education for women, the school offered two years of classes for attendees based on the idea that “if you educate a man you educate an individual; educate a woman and you educate a whole family.” Godfrey selected Reverend Theron Baldwin to serve as the first head of the Monticello Female Seminary. In 1867 Harriet Haskell became principal, a position she held until her death in 1907.  On November 4, 1888, a fire broke out in the building and consumed the entire structure. Ms. Haskell and the school's Board of Trustees successfully fundraised for a new building and rebuilt the school in two years. The school's leadership made the decision to close the school in 1970 with the final class graduating in 1971. Lewis and Clark Community College completed the purchase of the Monticello College campus in 1972. The finding aid for the Monticello College (Godfrey, IL) Records at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library may be found at <a href="https://illinois.as.atlas-sys.com/repositories/2/resources/545" title="Monticello College (Godfrey, IL) Records">https://illinois.as.atlas-sys.com/repositories/2/resources/545</a>. The finding aid for the photographic Monticello College Collection at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum may be found at <a href="https://illinois.as.atlas-sys.com/repositories/3/resources/4702" title="Monticello College Collection ">https://illinois.as.atlas-sys.com/repositories/3/resources/4702</a>. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Manuscript: BC466 Audiovisual: AV-01-08-Monticello Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1830 - 1970 Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data commercial print b&w 1 Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 21 x 26 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 402287 Monticello College Collection Monticello College Collection Photo Album Title A name given to the resource Horse Jumping Description An account of the resource An unidentified Monticello College student and her horse jump over an obstacle during an equestrian show jumping competition. Subject The topic of the resource Monticello College College students Women atheletes Horses Show jumping Jumping (Horsemanship) Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource n.d. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource eng https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/666885c1228f98cafb5dd1b05dc66a8e.jpg 1b2f07b6064c0c8c4b5839002fabc8af Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Adin Baber Collection Subject The topic of the resource Baber, Adin, 1892-1974 Genealogy Baber, Adin, 1834-1902 Baber, Mary Ellen Hanks, 1844-1924 Baber, Dexter Dale, 1867-1966 Description An account of the resource The Adin Baber Collection includes photographs of the Adin and Mary Ellen Hanks Baber family. Adin Baber (1834-1902) married Mary Ellen Hanks, the paternal grand-niece of Abraham Lincoln's mother, Nancy Hanks. Adin and Mary Ellen Hanks had four children: Ora, Caroline, Dexter, and Margaret. Dexter had two children: Adin and Tedford. Adin Baber (1892-1974) wrote several books on Nancy Hanks and the Hanks family geneaology. The finding aid for the Adin Baber (Hanks Genealogical Collection) at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum may be found at <a title="Adin Baber (Hanks Genealogical Collection)" href="https://illinois.as.atlas-sys.com/repositories/2/resources/19" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://illinois.as.atlas-sys.com/repositories/2/resources/19</a>. The finding aid for the Adin and Dexter Baber Papers (1840-1949) at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum may be found at <a title="Adin and Dexter Baber Papers (1840-1949)" href="https://illinois.as.atlas-sys.com/repositories/2/resources/171" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://illinois.as.atlas-sys.com/repositories/2/resources/171</a>. Photographs in this collection include family portraits of several generations of the Baber Family. The resource record for the photographic material may be found at <a href="https://illinois.as.atlas-sys.com/repositories/3/resources/4692" title="Adin Baber Collection">https://illinois.as.atlas-sys.com/repositories/3/resources/4692</a> Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Manuscript: MS-BC29, MS-BC30 Audiovisual: AV-01-05-Baber Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data cabinet card b&w 1 Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 11 x 13 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 405694 Adin Baber Collection Title A name given to the resource Horse on Back Legs Description An account of the resource A horse rears up on its hind legs in the middle of a field as a dog watches nearby. Subject The topic of the resource Horses Dogs Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource n.d. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource eng https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/9aab3e8b2e34b425b5dea478e10462f8.jpg 25699007e302d212ca5382381e9e5f60 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Boch Family Collection Description An account of the resource The Boch family, headed by Stephen, Sr., a coal miner, and Maria "Mary" Prozniker Boch, were residents of Taylorville. Stephen and Maria immigrated from Austria with their two oldest children, Ferdinand and Agatha Boch Paul. After settling in Taylorville the Boch's had four sons, Max, Frederick S., Otto, and Frank. Stephen Boch, Sr. was an amateur photographer, a hobby shared with his son Frank. The University of Illinois at Springfield conducted an oral history interview with Frank and Frederick Boch in 1986. The interview may be accessed at <a href="http://library.uis.edu/archives/collections/oral/oralb.html#B631" target="_self">http://library.uis.edu/archives/collections/oral/oralb.html#B631</a>. Images in this collection include photographs of family and community members from Taylorville and the surrounding area. Subject The topic of the resource Boch, Stephen, Sr., 1872-1854 Boch, Maria Prozniker, 1869-1944 Boch, Max, 1910-1997 Boch, Frederick S., 1912-2003 Boch, Otto, 1914-2002 Boch, Frank, 1908-1990 Boch, Ferdinand, 1895- Paul, Agatha Boch, 1891-1972 Illinois--Taylorville Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data photographic print b&w 1 Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 11 x 13 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 400670 Boch Family Collection 334 Title A name given to the resource Horse Powered Amusement Ride Description An account of the resource Several onlookers observe patrons enjoying an amusement ride. Subject The topic of the resource Amusement rides Horses Crowds Automobiles Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource n.d. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource eng https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/d8012d865439a7cdcf5ca8b9e6fe7451.jpg db73c41578bbcd137f3c424446d268a9 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Sahara Coal Company Collection Description An account of the resource This collection contains images of facilities and operations from the Sahara Coal Company of Harrisburg, Illinois. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum holds all rights and permissions. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data commercial print b&w 1 Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 17 x 22 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 400285 Sahara Coal Company Title A name given to the resource Horse Stalls, Sahara Coal Co. Description An account of the resource The interior of the above ground horse stalls at the Sahara Coal Company, Harrisburg. Subject The topic of the resource Sahara Coal Company Illinois--Harrisburg Coal mines and mining Horses Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource n.d. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/4ab356e5ef2da47aedf78e33fc5deb25.jpg 052914837b45f826debb7418b2fb09d7 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Temple Collection Subject The topic of the resource Newspapers Illinois--Wayne County Temple, William R. Temple, John F. Illinois--Fairfield Description An account of the resource The Temple Collection features images taken by the Wayne County Record newspaper staff. The newspaper, based in Fairfield, Illinois, ran from 1879-1961. John F. Temple and his brother, William, served as co-owners of the semiweekly publication from 1950 through 1961 when they sold the newspaper. After selling the Wayne County Record, John F. Temple went on to serve as editor of the Illinois Rural Electric News. Photographs in this collection include images of people, places, and events in southern and central Illinois. Several photographs highlight life in Fairfield, Wayne City, and Mill Shoals including blood drives, holiday celebrations, and local school events. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data commercial print b&w 1 Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 26 x 21 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 401805 Temple Collection T-4726 Title A name given to the resource Horses and Riders in a Parade Description An account of the resource Several riders on horseback parade through Fairfield during the Good Old Days festival. Subject The topic of the resource Illinois--Fairfield Parades Horses Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Temple Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1958-10-XX Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource eng https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/563ecf24fab7eca073d8260a7891cf49.jpg b5d2794d34f37220493d5c7e1a808fbc Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Federal Writers' Project Collection Subject The topic of the resource Federal Writers' Project Farms Greek-Americans Illinois--Chicago Illinois Architecture New Deal (1933-1939) Matsoukas, Nick John Social history Writers' Program of the Work Projects Administration in the State of Illinois Description An account of the resource The Federal Writers' Project began in 1935 as part of the United States Work Progress Administration created under President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's New Deal program. The Federal Writers' Project provided employment opportunities for historians, teachers, writers, librarians, and other white-collar workers. Initially the project produced guidebooks entitled American Guide on several regions of the country with an emphasis on the the country's scenic, historical, cultural, and economic resources. The Illinois Writers' Project, the state office for the Federal Writers' Project, produced state-wide guidebooks as well as regional publications which included work by Richard Wright, Saul Bellow, Margaret Walker, and Louis "Studs" Terkel. The photographs contained in this collection include images of farm life in southern Illinois, Chicago architecture, Greek-American life in Chicago's Greektown, and historic buildings and architecture throughout the state. Photographer Nick John Matsoukas' images are featured in this collection and appear with their original photo captions. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data commercial print b&w 1 9 x 15 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 401188 Federal Writers Project Title A name given to the resource Horses at the Illinois State Fair Description An account of the resource Two horses wearing heavy harnesses pass through a large crowd gathered at the Illinois State Fair. Photo caption: "Looking over heavy harness horses at State Fair, Springfield." Subject The topic of the resource Horses Harnesses Crowds Illinois State Fair Illinois--Springfield Livestock Domestic animals Spectators Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Matsoukas, Nick John Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource n.d. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource eng https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/f5aa94391338d7daddbf96c45a8736f4.jpg ef579a96e6958f0ab200de8fff7a14b1 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Federal Writers' Project Collection Subject The topic of the resource Federal Writers' Project Farms Greek-Americans Illinois--Chicago Illinois Architecture New Deal (1933-1939) Matsoukas, Nick John Social history Writers' Program of the Work Projects Administration in the State of Illinois Description An account of the resource The Federal Writers' Project began in 1935 as part of the United States Work Progress Administration created under President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's New Deal program. The Federal Writers' Project provided employment opportunities for historians, teachers, writers, librarians, and other white-collar workers. Initially the project produced guidebooks entitled American Guide on several regions of the country with an emphasis on the the country's scenic, historical, cultural, and economic resources. The Illinois Writers' Project, the state office for the Federal Writers' Project, produced state-wide guidebooks as well as regional publications which included work by Richard Wright, Saul Bellow, Margaret Walker, and Louis "Studs" Terkel. The photographs contained in this collection include images of farm life in southern Illinois, Chicago architecture, Greek-American life in Chicago's Greektown, and historic buildings and architecture throughout the state. Photographer Nick John Matsoukas' images are featured in this collection and appear with their original photo captions. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data commercial print b&w 84 13 x 18 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 401279 Federal Writers Project Title A name given to the resource Horses at Water Trough Description An account of the resource Two horses drink from a water trough located in front of the W. H. Hoskins & Co. Lumber Yard in Galena. Subject The topic of the resource Horses Watering troughs Lumber-yards Illinois--Galena Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource n.d. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource eng https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/8f557eaa384be4371c3ecddc2d13beb6.jpg 264def28e786b205f3c3a13494c274c8 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Miscellaneous Collection Description An account of the resource A selection of photographs from a wide range of collections. Images in the Miscellaneous Collection include broadsides, oversized photographs, cased photographs, and images of persons from individual files in the Audio Visual Collection. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum holds all rights and permissions. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data lithograph color 1 Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 23.75 x 28 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 405779 Miscellaneous Collection Subject Vertical File Title A name given to the resource Horticultural Hall at World's Columbian Exposition Description An account of the resource Visitors to the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago cross a bridge in front of the Horticultural Hall. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource C. Graham Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1893-xx-xx Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource eng Subject The topic of the resource World's Columbian Exposition Exhibitions Illinois--Chicago https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/cbc7276ddf2c8d3c3e83d0c55c81ba52.jpg d7fc89bf671ef61cbb05e2a4b5ca318a Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Benjamin Grierson Collection Subject The topic of the resource Grierson, Benjamin H. (Benjamin Henry), 1826-1911 United States. Army. Cavalry United States. Army Texas--Fort Davis Texas--Fort Davis (Fort) Texas--Fort Davis National Historic Site United States. Army. Cavalry Regiment, 10th (1866-1950) United States. Army Cavalry Regiment, 9th (1866-1950) Texas--Davis Mountains Ranches Ranchers Ranch life Armed Forces--Officers Description An account of the resource Benjamin H. Grierson began his working career as a music teacher in Jacksonville, Illinois, in the 1850s. He enlisted in the Army as a private in the 6th Illinois Cavalry rising via promotions to Brigadier General of Volunteers after leading raids through Tennessee and Mississippi in 1863. He is best known for leading the successful Grierson's Raid during the Battle of Vicksburg in the spring of 1863. After the Civil War, Grierson remained in the Army, receiving an appointment to serve as commander of the 10th Cavalry, or the “Buffalo Soldiers, in 1866. He held several commands in the western United States including the District of the Indian Territory, the Department of Texas, the Department of Arizona, and the District of New Mexico. He retired in 1890 after his appointment to brigadier general. The finding aid for the Benjamin H. Grierson Family Papers may be found here: http://alplm-cdi.com/chroniclingillinois/items/show/260. Photographs in this collection include images of Benjamin H. Grierson, Grierson's ranch in Fort Davis, Texas, ranch life in western Texas, and the abandoned Fort Davis. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data postcard color 1 Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 14 x 9 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 403879 Benjamin Grierson Collection Title A name given to the resource Hospital Ruins at Old Fort Davis Description An account of the resource The abandoned hospital stands in ruins at Fort Davis. The United States Army used Fort Davis as a military post during the Indian Wars from 1854-1891. The 9th and 10th United States Cavalry regiments, more commonly known as the Buffalo Soldiers, were stationed at Fort Davis between 1866 and 1890. Subject The topic of the resource Texas--Fort Davis Texas--Fort Davis (Fort) Texas--Fort Davis National Historic Site United States. Army. Cavalry Regiment, 10th (1866-1950) United States. Army. Cavalry, 9th Abandoned buildings Historic buildings Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource n.d. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource eng https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/2a1e9122f077233901f31df76356a854.jpg 59f37aeea91eb38aa97cfa67b6e12ac0 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/cb3d399b7612ca1f71ed34063411b85b.jpg 885683c959132694900c95d63504efd6 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource World War I Collection Description An account of the resource The United States entered World War I on April 6, 1917, when President Woodrow Wilson asked Congress to declare war on Germany. Illinois contributed over 350,000 men to military service during the war, which ended in an armistice on November 11, 1918. This collection includes photographs from the Great Lakes Naval Training Station in Chicago as well as several wartime broadsides. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum holds all rights and permissions. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data stereograph b&w 2 Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 9 x 8 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 400475 World War I Stereographs Title A name given to the resource Hospital Ward Description An account of the resource A nurse cares for a seriously wounded Belgian man and many others in similar circumstances. Subject The topic of the resource World War (1914-1918) Veterans Hospitals Hospital wards Nursing First aid in illness and injury Belgium Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Keystone View Company Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Keystone View Company Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/7d1adda947730f90f5cd758b7c70d1ef.jpg 746b4dbfd0f892b4f74e53405209c285 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Chicago Collection Subject The topic of the resource Illinois--Chicago Description An account of the resource Photographs in this collection include several images of Chicago landmarks and street scenes. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data albumen print b&w 1 Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 24 x 28 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 401360 Chicago, Illinois Title A name given to the resource Hospital Ward Description An account of the resource Several patients and staff, including Dr. Charles Wood (left), pose for a picture inside a ward in an unidentified Chicago hospital. Subject The topic of the resource Illinois--Chicago Hospitals Wood, Charles Hospital patients Hospitals--Medical staff Medical care Hospital beds Wheelchairs Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Waterman Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource n.d. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/84133dfdd7762a3877a20480e2830a5b.jpg e72dbe1de66d2a28b13f44bd85a20265 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Adolph Wittemann Collection Description An account of the resource Brothers Adolph and Herman Wittemann founded the Albertype Company, a publisher of postcards, in 1887. The company, located in Brooklyn, New York, operated until 1952. Adolph Wittemann was often on the road, photographing different cities and regions. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data commercial print b&w 1 Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 21 x 26 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 401080 Wittemann Collection W-47 Title A name given to the resource Hotel Emmerson, Dinning Room Description An account of the resource The Mt. Vernon Hotel, established in 1926, was later renamed "Hotel Emmerson" to honor Illinois Governor Louis Emmerson. The hotel stood until 1983 when it was demolished to make room for a parking lot. Subject The topic of the resource Hotels Illinois--Mount Vernon Emmerson, Louis L. (Louis Lincoln), 1863-1941 Governors Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wittemann, Adolph Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource n.d. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/4f2d78683f30178dbb4c8d4f22e35fee.jpg 577e37e58b704f24232d23fcddd32440 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Adolph Wittemann Collection Description An account of the resource Brothers Adolph and Herman Wittemann founded the Albertype Company, a publisher of postcards, in 1887. The company, located in Brooklyn, New York, operated until 1952. Adolph Wittemann was often on the road, photographing different cities and regions. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data commercial print b&w 1 Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 21 x 26 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 401079 Wittemann Collection W-46 Title A name given to the resource Hotel Emmerson, Lobby Description An account of the resource The Mt. Vernon Hotel, established in 1926, was later renamed "Hotel Emmerson" to honor Illinois Governor Louis Emmerson. The hotel stood until 1983 when it was demolished to make room for a parking lot. Subject The topic of the resource Hotels Illinois--Mount Vernon Emmerson, Louis L. (Louis Lincoln), 1863-1941 Governors Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wittemann, Adolph Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource n.d. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/5c92d1a924b4d7aa4515cd4ad70a158b.jpg 55f9e9c93398a8e58a716c011a6cd0c0 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/4f8485cc81adde7576c9e50b00a56612.jpg 5eadbeb1f2109cfd80de13666f19688d Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Miscellaneous Collection Description An account of the resource A selection of photographs from a wide range of collections. Images in the Miscellaneous Collection include broadsides, oversized photographs, cased photographs, and images of persons from individual files in the Audio Visual Collection. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum holds all rights and permissions. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data postcard b&w 2 Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 9 x 14 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 404020 Miscellaneous Collection Postcard Collection Title A name given to the resource Hotel in Benton Description An account of the resource A man sits on the front porch of a roadside hotel in Benton. Subject The topic of the resource Illinois--Benton Hotels Dwellings Porches Rocking chairs Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource n.d. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource eng https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/e185a0485a5bd1a91d3a85c7b7b87ebc.pdf 4966943bdf7ff35f438e2f2387607a04 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. With John J. Mudd letter 3/21/63 Benton Barracks Mo April 3d 1863 His Excellency R Yates Governor of State of Ills Sir I take pleasure in recommending to your favorable consideration William H Ashburn of the 2nd regiment of Illinois Cavelry who desires the appointment of Quarter Master of one of the new regiments about to be organized in our state I have known Mr Ashburn intimately since the first organization of our regiment and know him to be well qualified for the position to which he aspires he has been a good faithful soldier at all times and merits promotion I therefore hope that you will Give his application a favorable consideration With high respects I remain yours Respectfully Hough Fullerton. Maj 2nd Ills Cav Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 11, Folder 10 (April 1-14, 1863) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 1 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Hough Fullerton to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1863-04-03 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 508402 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. With John J. Mudd letter 3/21/63 Benton Barracks Mo April 3d 1863 His Excellency R Yates Governor of State of Ills Sir I take pleasure in recommending to your favorable consideration William H Ashburn of the 2nd regiment of Illinois Cavelry who desires the appointment of Quarter Master of one of the new regiments about to be organized in our state I have known Mr Ashburn intimately since the first organization of our regiment and know him to be well qualified for the position to which he aspires he has been a good faithful soldier at all times and merits promotion I therefore hope that you will Give his application a favorable consideration With high respects I remain yours Respectfully Hough Fullerton. Maj 2nd Ills Cav Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/0c090a85660c2e2c04fd2be426e95160.jpg f29deda1fecc62268a7dd114f4195cd0 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Moweaqua Collection Subject The topic of the resource Illinois--Moweaqua Industrial buildings Illinois--Decatur Wild West Show Architecture Description An account of the resource The city of Moweaqua, Illinois, located in Shelby County, was a coal mining town in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In December 1932 a large methane gas explosion in the Moweaqua coal mine killed fifty-four miners. The accident led to the passage of new federal mining safety legislation which phased out the use of carbide miner's lanterns in coal mines. The photographs in this collection include images of buildings and daily life in Moweaqua and surrounding cities including Decatur and Vandalia. Images of the Wild West Show in Moweaqua also appear in this collection. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data photographic print b&w 1 Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 7 x 11 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 402679 Moweaqua Collection Title A name given to the resource House Description An account of the resource A home near Moweaqua sits among several trees Subject The topic of the resource Illinois--Moweaqua Dwellings Architecture, domestic Trees Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource n.d. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource eng https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/81394a704375482e340d2ceb42e1954b.jpg 570fb102ae18e3e7335a632540127af6 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Temple Collection Subject The topic of the resource Newspapers Illinois--Wayne County Temple, William R. Temple, John F. Illinois--Fairfield Description An account of the resource The Temple Collection features images taken by the Wayne County Record newspaper staff. The newspaper, based in Fairfield, Illinois, ran from 1879-1961. John F. Temple and his brother, William, served as co-owners of the semiweekly publication from 1950 through 1961 when they sold the newspaper. After selling the Wayne County Record, John F. Temple went on to serve as editor of the Illinois Rural Electric News. Photographs in this collection include images of people, places, and events in southern and central Illinois. Several photographs highlight life in Fairfield, Wayne City, and Mill Shoals including blood drives, holiday celebrations, and local school events. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data commercial print b&w 1 Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 26 x 21 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 401819 Temple Collection T-5006 Title A name given to the resource House and Yard after Snow Description An account of the resource Snow covers a house, car, and yard. Subject The topic of the resource Illinois--Fairfield Winter Dwellings Snow Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Temple Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1958-11-XX Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource eng https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/39845b02ff663bfa20e286c521a9a404.jpg 9882c7a2d99265d90574b5a41bd43ed7 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Canton Newspaper Collection Subject The topic of the resource Newspapers Sacraments School sports Children High school athletes Construction industry Description An account of the resource The Canton Newspaper Collection contains a variety of images focused on the Canton community. Photographs in this collection include images of St. Louis television personality Jim Bolen and Illinois Governor Daniel Walker, Canton Warriors sports teams, and local road construction. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data commercial print b&w 1 Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 15 x 16 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 402872 Canton Newspaper Collection Title A name given to the resource House Fire Description An account of the resource Firefighters attempt to extinguish a house fire. Subject The topic of the resource Fire fighters Fires Dwellings Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource n.d. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource eng https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/ceaaf445694bb48cf90b7005739d5d36.jpg b608819054fb6ae1a6f06b35e2f295a4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Reed Collection Subject The topic of the resource Illinois--Knox County Illinois--Maquon Families Soldiers Description An account of the resource The Reed Collection contains images of family members in the Reed, Thurman, and Conlee families from Maquon in Knox County, Illinois, and the surrounding areas. Images of commercial buildings from the area are also included in this collection. Photographs from this collection include portraits of E. G. Reed, William Reed, and Lewis and Lieuan Conlee Achenback. Images of the old mill in London Mills, Illinois, also appear in this collection. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data postcard b&w 1 Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 9 x 14 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 402994 Reed Collection Title A name given to the resource House Near the Tracks Description An account of the resource A house sits on the far side of the railroard tracks east of the railroad depot near Spoon River. On verso: "This house built by Dick Rose. The old part on east where his mother lived so long. Still stands. We took this track east to our swimming holes on Spoon River. Subject The topic of the resource Dwellings Railroad tracks Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource n.d. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource eng https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/e9b00615f2f4671042dff564ed96a921.jpg f8c6b02aee79aaf53f11f2f7828a08d3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Reeder Collection Subject The topic of the resource Illinois--Danville Architecture Commercial buildings Storefronts Stores Commerce Reeder, Warren A. Description An account of the resource Named for collection donor Warren A. Reeder of Hammond, Indiana, the images in this collection highlight the city of Danville, Illinois in the 1900s. Danville, Illinois, was a major coal mining city in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The city suffered financial blows when the coal mines and factories closed in the later years of the 20th century. Photographs in this collection include images of storefronts in downtown Danville, St. Patrick's Catholic Church, and a photograph of Warren Reeder's father at Musselman's blacksmith shop.  Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data cabinet card b&w 1 Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 21 x 26 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 402379 Reeder Collection Title A name given to the resource House with Balconies Description An account of the resource A home in Danville, Illinois, features several small balconies on the second floor. Subject The topic of the resource Illinois--Danville Dwellings Architecture, Domestic Balconies Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wells, W. H. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource n.d. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource eng https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/d0b6bcf7c06d9cea94fbb93dfed8f0fe.jpg 75572282ade48aa5c651a3ff3b7be4ed Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Temple Collection Subject The topic of the resource Newspapers Illinois--Wayne County Temple, William R. Temple, John F. Illinois--Fairfield Description An account of the resource The Temple Collection features images taken by the Wayne County Record newspaper staff. The newspaper, based in Fairfield, Illinois, ran from 1879-1961. John F. Temple and his brother, William, served as co-owners of the semiweekly publication from 1950 through 1961 when they sold the newspaper. After selling the Wayne County Record, John F. Temple went on to serve as editor of the Illinois Rural Electric News. Photographs in this collection include images of people, places, and events in southern and central Illinois. Several photographs highlight life in Fairfield, Wayne City, and Mill Shoals including blood drives, holiday celebrations, and local school events. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data commercial print b&w 1 Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 21 x 26 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 401897 Temple Collection T-6892 Title A name given to the resource Houseware Shopping at Christmas Description An account of the resource Customers browse a variety of kitchen products at a retail store during the Christmas season. Subject The topic of the resource Christmas Stores, Retail Kitchens--Equipment and supplies Consumers Shopping Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Temple Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1959-12-XX Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource eng