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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.

Florence Herdman (third row far right, seated)gathers on the steps of Franklin School with the rest of the school's faculty. Florence was a lifelong teacher and never married.On verso: "Franklin School Faculty; Note hair ribbons (P.S. I could be…

Willie and Effie Herdman pose for a portrait standing among several plants.

A large group of young men and women in Mount Vernon, Illinois, pose for a portrait including Grace (seated fourth from left), Henrietta (seated fifth from left), and Octavia Herdman (back row, fourth from right).

Clarence F. Huff, Sr., sits next to his oldest son, William H. Huff, as they pause for the camera while playing with a child's wagon.

Clarence F. Huff, Jr., stands before his car holding several ducks killed during a hunt.

Clarence F. Huff, Jr., leans against a railing in front of an unidentified man.

Clarence F. Huff, Jr., poses for a portrait in his military uniform during World War I.

Mrs. James Hitchcock of Mt. Vernon, Illinois, wears Native American-style clothing during a portrait session.

A young Octavia Herdman Huff poses for a portrait while standing on a small staircase.

Octavia H. Huff poses (second row, far left) with friends in a horse-drawn carriage. On verso: "George Ray, Adah Plumber, Minnie H (?), Effie P., Maude McComb?, Octavia Huff, Will Green, Ray Hitchcock Sept. 1893. See pencil names on back of picture."

Mary D. Freeman poses for a portrait wearing a large beaded cross over a white collar and dark dress.

A boy, likely William H. Huff, son of Clarence F. Huff, Sr., and Octavia Herdman Huff, poses with his dog, Seminole.

A young William H. Huff, son of Clarence F. Huff and Octavia Herdman, stands on a chair during a portrait session.

The Huff family poses in front of a house in Hot Springs, Arkansas, including Clarence F. Huff, Sr., (far right).

Leslie C. Arends, member of the United States House of Representatives, poses for a portrait. Photo dedication: "To Evan Howell, With regards, Les Arends."

Leo E. Allen, member of the United States House of Representatives, poses for a portrait. Photo dedication: "To my friend and colleague, Evan. Leo E. Allen. 1943."

C. W. "Runt" Bishop, member of the United States House of Representatives, sits at his desk for a portrait.Photo dedication: "To my friend and colleague of the 77th Congress Evan Howell. Sincerely, Runt."

Hugh W. Cross, Lieutenant Governor of Illinois, stands behind a desk for a portrait. Photo dedication: "To Congressman Evan Howell: With sincere regards, Hugh W. Cross."

Everett M. Dirksen, member of the United States House of Representatives, poses for a portrait.Photo dedication: "To Honorable Evan Howell with best wishes, Everett M. Dirksen M.C."

J. Harry McGregor, a member of the United States House of Representatives from Ohio, poses for a portrait. Photo dedication: "2/22/44. With every good wish to my loyal friend and fine statesman Honorable Evan Howell. J. Harry McGregor, M.C. 17th…

Several Illinois politicians pose for a group portrait with Richard Nixon. From left to right: Elbert S. Smith, Auditor of Public Accounts; Charles Carpentier, Secretary of State; William G. Stratton, Governor of Illinois; Richard M. Nixon, Vice…

A group of politicians pose for a portrait. Individuals in the portrait include Everett Dirksen (1st row, far left), Jessie Sumner (1st row, second from left), Leo E. Allen (1st row, center), Leslie C. Arends (1st row, second from right), George Evan…

A group of men pose for a portrait while meeting about nominating Frank O. Lowden Governor of Illinois in 1916. Photo dedication: "To my good friend Even Howell with cordial holiday greetings. 'For your archives' Leslie P. 'Ike' Volk, Dec 1949." On…

Members of Typographical Union No. 177, Springfield, gather on the steps of the Old State Capitol.