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Instrumental music. "Composed and most respectfully dedicated to Maj. Gen. John A. McClernand." Cover depicts portrait of John A. McClernand in military uniform.

Instrumental music. "Dedicated to the Ladies of Springfield, Ill."

The National Jewish Welfare Board was formed after the United States declared war on Germany in 1917. The board mainly sought support for U.S. Jewish soldiers who fought for their country during World War I.

Adlai Stevenson III ponders running for president while looking down a road with shoeprints featuring one shoe with a hole in the bottom in reference to Stevenson's father, former Illinois Governor and two-time presidential nominee, Adlai Stevenson…

Adlai Stevenson III runs for Governor of Illinois wearing shoes labeled "Walker Support," referencing Governor Dan Walker. Stevenson III, a U.S. Senator (1970-1981), ran unsuccessfully for Governor of Illinois in 1982 and 1986.

Mr. Peanut, bearing a strong resemblence to John F. Kennedy, points his finger at Adlai Stevenson II, calling himself "No. 1" and Stevenson "No. 2" referencing the final results of the Democratic primary process.

An unidentified woman wearing glasses sits in a wooden armchair for a portrait.

Illustrated two verse song and chorus lamenting the loss of loved ones.

A collage features portraits of the members of the Illinois House of Representatives in the 30th General Assembly.

A song about Springfield, Illinois. Sheet music was intended to be a souvenir edition. Cover has a picture of Lincoln with Lincoln Home and Lincoln Tomb.

Four verse song and chorus sung to the tune of "Home, Sweet Home." "Commemorative of the passage home of the remains of Abraham Lincoln. Written for the funeral solemnities of the President, Detroit, 25th April, 1865" " Printed at head in…

"The Centennial Hymn" Lyrics depict God's blessing over the state of Illinois and its residents. Back cover depicts Illinois centennial flag.

Sarah Davis, the wife of Judge David Davis, holds the back of a chair while posing for a portrait.

Sarah "Sally" W. Davis, a daughter of Judge David Davis, poses for a portrait in profile.

Sarah Davis, the wife of Judge David Davis, wears a dress with a light pin at the collar.

Leland Rayson poses for a portrait.

Monticello College students visit a record store.

Gloria Lyddon pulls several arrows out of a target.On verso: "Gloria Lyddon, Mission Hills, Kanses, in archery class."

An unidentified Monticello College student stands in front of the 19th century stained glass window, "Praise Angel," located in the Reid Hall study area.

Dr. Felix Schwarz provides instruction to student Sally Kendall on sketching a still life.On verso: "Dr. Felix Schwarz, Instructor in Art, and Sally Kendall, Park Ridge, Illinois."

Several Monticello College students dance the minuet in front of gathered crowd while wearing colonial-style clothing as part of the George Washington Ball.

Louis Heider conducts a chemistry experiment using several beakers of fluid with students Della Leone and Natalie Reed.On verso: "Louis Heider, instructor in Physics and Chemistry at Monticello College, works with Della K. Leone, Benld, Illinois…

Dr. Peter Chacharonis looks on as Marjorie Stephens looks at a sample under a microscope at Monticello College.On verso: "Dr. Peter Chacharonis, the Head of the Divsion of Sciences and Mathematics and student Marjorie Stephens, Dayton, Ohio."

Richard Yates, Jr. (left), E. T. Taylor (top middle), Miss Comstock, and Ella Hunter sit for a portrait.