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  • Collection: William G. Stratton Collection

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Several congressmen meet, likely as part of a committee, including William G. Stratton (fourth from right) who served as Congressman-at-large in the Seventy-seventh and Eightieth Congress.

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Shirley Stratton walks down an aisle wearing a lace dress at the inauguration of her husband, William G. Stratton, as Governor.

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Governor William G. Stratton and his wife Shirley enjoy a walk on the grounds of the Illinois Executive Mansion in Springfield.

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Governor William G. Stratton poses for a family portrait with his daughters, Sandra and Diana, second wife Shirley Stratton, and Major.

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Governor William G. Stratton and his family, including dog Major, pose with Mary Hartline of the tv show "Super Circus."

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United States Congressman Leo E. Allen poses for a portrait. Allen served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1933-1961,Image dedication: "To my good friend, Bill - Leo E. Allen, M. C."

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Illinois Attorney General George F. Barrett poses for a portrait in a pinstripe suit. Image dedication: "To my good friend William G. Stratton, With sincere regards, George F. Barrett."

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Senator Wayland Brooks holds his glasses while posing for the camera.Image dedication: "To 'Bill' Stratton, the baby of the house, with every good wish. Sincerely, Wayland Brooks."

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Illinois Lieutenant Governor Hugh W. Cross poses for a portrait wearing a dark suit. Cross served as Lieutenant Governor from 1941-1949.Image dedication: "To my good friend Bill Stratton; With all good wishes, Hugh W. Cross."

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Congressman Evan Howell holds a paper while sitting at his desk. Howell served as a United States Representative from 1941 until 1947 when President Harry S. Truman nominated him to the United States Court of Claims.Image dedication: "To my friend…

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Illinois State Auditor Arthur C. Lueder sits for a portrait wearing a polka-dotted tie.Photo dedication: "To my good friend and associate William G. Stratton with expressions of high regard. Arthur C. Lueder, State Auditor."

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Captain W. E. McCain sits at his paper-covered desk smiling for the camera.Image dedication: "To The Senator with pleasure, W. E. McCain, Captain (sc) U.S.N, U.S.D. Okinawa."

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Superintendent of Public Instruction Vernon L. Nickell poses for a portrait.Image dedication: "To my dear friend the Honorable William G. Stratton State Treasurer, with sincere regards Vernon L. Nickell."

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Governor William G. Stratton with his wife Shirley Stratton and daughter Diana pose with singer Julius La Rosa for a picture. Larosa autographed the photo with the message"To the Governor & Mrs. Stratton & Diane. This is indeed an honor -…

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Governor and Mrs. William G. Stratton dance alongside Secretary of State Charles Carpentier and his wife at the 1953 Gubernatorial Inaugural Ball.

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Illinois State Treasurer William Stratton signs a check in the amount of $15,000,000.00 for the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago while Clifford "Hap" Young, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and Governor Dwight Green watch. The check…

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A cartoon of a young William G. Stratton names him the "Baby of the 77th Congress." Stratton, born in 1914, served in the United States House of Representatives from 1941-1943 and 1946-1947 as an at-large member.Image dedication: "Sincerely - with…

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Shirley Stratton, wife of Governor William G. Stratton, stands before a mirror in an evening gown.
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