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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.

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 -…

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."

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."

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."

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…

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."

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."

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."

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."

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

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

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

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

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.

A drawing depicts Governor William G. Stratton.

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

William John "Billy" Stratton sits at the governor's desk while his uncle, Governor William Stratton, stands next to him,

Shirley Stratton and the family dog, Major, sit in a living room for a portrait.

Sandra Stratton poses for a portrait wearing a dark drape over her shoulders.

Governor William G. Stratton stands behind a chair for a portrait.

Edmund J. Kucharski, a Cook County Republican leader, poses for a portrait.Image dedication: "To Governor William G. Stratton, Kindest regards, Edmund J. Kucharski."

Governor William G. Stratton and his daughter Diana pose with Mary Hartline and several recordings from her tv show, "Super Circus".

Governor William G. Stratton (far left) attends a conference with Vice President Richard Nixon (second from right) and two unidentified men. A camera flashbulb partially obcures the photo.

Governor William G. Stratton receives a shoe shine from an unidentified man.