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Illustrated five verse nostalgic song praising a simpler, more honest time in the United States.

"Performed on the reception of the remains of our beloved president Abraham Lincoln at Philad'a April 22 1865"

Mary S. Barrickman Rowe and her husband, Walter H. Rowe, pose for a portrait.

Florence Herdman (back left) poses with her students in front of a school in Mount Vernon, Illinois. Florence dedicated her life to teaching and never married.

The Holy Family Academy, in operation fron 1895 through 1969, consists of three connected buildings with red roofs.Photo caption: "Greetings from Holy Family Academy, Beaverville, Ill."

A nurse takes notes during a conversation with a female patient lying in a hospital bed. A baby lies next to the woman in the bed while a man stands next to them.

Instrumental music. Dedication: "To the Illinois Volunteers who fought so bravely at Fort Donelson on the 14th-15th-& of Feb. 1862".

A Navy press release that chronicles a Navy Custom, "Christmas Cheer for the Kiddies!"

A man wearing a horseshoe-shaped tie pin poses for a portrait.On verso: "A possible Huffaker? (Ryes)."

A woman wearing a dark outfit with metal closures on the jacket poses for a portrait.On verso: "Wife of a possible Huffaker?"

C.W. Price promises to pay William H. Herndon $25 at ten per cent interest. Herndon records interest and payment history on the reverse side of the note.

Portrait of Elizabeth D. Stevenson, who was the granddaughter of Adlai Stevenson I, the 23rd Vice President of the United States and a U.S. Congressman from Illinois.

Portrait of Adlai Stevenson II, who was the 31st Governor of Illinois, 1949-1953, and the grandson of Adlai Stevenson I, the 23rd Vice President of the United States and a U.S. Congressman from Illinois. On verso: "2 1/2 yro."

Joseph Proctor writes to his father and brother speaking of different actors and advising his father to take care in the cold weather.

Joseph Proctor writes to his father and brother about heading to Chicago, and trying to decide if he wants to open in Memphis in April.

Joseph Proctor writes to his father and brother stating that the weather was stormy his first two nights making it difficult for patrons to reach the theater. Proctor speaks of canceling and accepting engagements. He tells his father that it is fine…

Joseph Proctor writes to his father and brother telling them that their last letter was forwarded him from Chicago. He sends them a play bill from his current play and lets them know that he will be stopping in Baltimore, Philadelphia and New York on…

Joseph Proctor recounts to his father and brother that he has had an interview with the manager of the Royal Standard Theatre where the celebrated tragedian (Phelps) is playing. The manager has indicated that Proctor can have an opening there as…

Joseph Proctor writes to his father and brother recounting travels in Geneva and Paris, saying that he was favorably impressed by the lack of vice despite the fact that beer and wine are the common beverage. Proctor's letter is written on stationary…

Joseph Proctor writes to his father and brother speaking of the foggy London weather.

Joseph Proctor gives his brother directions to copy some bills and where to find them. Proctor is preparing for Christmas with any number of balls and parties and concerts.

Joseph Proctor tells his father and brother that it is "...necessary to give you the entire particulars in regard to the amount received for my services Most of the actors from America have paid for the opportunity and thereby given the impression…

Joseph Proctor writes his father and brother that he and Lizzie are enjoying good fortune. His engagement ends that evening and they plan to leave for Ireland at 10 PM on a steamer. Proctor states that his performances have been well received and…