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Illustrated three verse song and chorus about the death of Lieutenant Franklin Butler Crosby. The sheet gives an incorrect date for Crosby's death. He died in battle on May 3, 1863, not May 2. Sheet note: "The last words of Lieut. Crosby who was…

Illustrated three verse song and chorus about the death of Lieutenant Franklin Butler Crosby. The sheet gives an incorrect date for Crosby's death. He died in battle on May 3, 1863, not May 2. Sheet note: "The last words of Lieut. Crosby who was…

Stephen A. Douglas poses for a portrait in a dark suit. On verso: "This copy made by Al Von Behren, Illinois Historical Library photographer, June 1967."

Lyrics depict 600,000 men leaving their daily lives to join United States military during the Civil War.

An invigorated Democratic donkey smiles while looking at a heart with Adlai E. Stevenson II's face hovering over it.Cartoon dedication: "To Adlai Stevenson with Best Regards, Kendall Vintroux."

Portrait of an infant girl.

Members of the Elmwood Park Electric Department stand outside of their truck. On verso: "1960 Elmwood Park Electrical Department - left to right Bingle & taken on Diversey near Sunset Drive on the north side of town."

President of the Republic of Turkey, Cevdet Sunay, attends an Armed Forces Full Honor Wreath Ceremony at the grave of President John F. Kennedy in Arlington National Cemetery. Host of the ceremony is Major General Curtis J. Herrick, Commanding…

RenViviani and General Joseph Joffre meet with a delegation of Illinois officials, including John Oglesby, the 29th and 31st Lieutenant Governor of Illinois, 1909-1913 and 1917-1921, Frank Lowden, the twenty-fifth Governor of Illinois, 1917-1921, and…

Members of the Machine Gun Platoon, 1st Infantry, Illinois National Guard, pose for a picture on horseback and with mules.

Residents attend the 26th Annual Bowen picnic.

A woman sits on the front porch while three young children sit on a bench in front of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows' West Cottage. The West Cottage, located in Lincoln, Illinois, served as a home for young boys.

The three-story Independent Order of Odd Fellows' Orphans' Home Administration Building in Lincoln, Illinois, is covered in ivy and surrounded by trees.On verso: "Administration Building; Please return to Dr. J. A. Lucas. Supt. I.O.O.F. House,…

Instrumental music. Color cover depicts four Zouaves standing in front of troops on a field. Under images are several Unites States flags with a star in the center and eagle above. Handwritten note "Ellsworth" identifies second from right as Elmer E.…

Instrumental music. "To the memory of Col E. E. Ellsworth who fell at Alexandria, VA. May 24, 1861." Cover depicts portrait of Col. Ellsworth with images of him in battle and crowds at grave surrounded by flags and vines. Name Emily M. Bristol…

Mary Stuart and Elizabeth "Bettie" Stuart pose in profile for a portrait.

An unidentified pupil or staff member from St. Mary's School's Class of 1888 poses for a portrait in profile

A portrait of Eliza "Lida" Jones Perham shows only her head. On verso: "Had to be before 9-1-64."

James W. Manson poses for a portrait wearing a dark suit.

Portrait of a young girl wearing a long dress with a doll in her hands.

Instrumental music played for the World's Columbian Exposition.