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Old State Capitol, Vandalia
Arches decorate the front entrance of the Old State Capitol, now known as the State House, in Vandalia.Photo caption: "Detail from side of front entrance, old Capitol, Vandalia."
Madonna of the Trail, Vandalia
The Madonna of the Trail statue in Vandalia is the seventh of twelve Madonna of the Trail statues along the National Old Trails Road running from Cumberland, Maryland to Upland, California. The National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution…
Coal Mining
A man stands with his back to the camera watching a co-worker on top of a full coal car outside a building at a coal mine.Photo caption: "Illinois coal mining, skeleton frame work hoist directly over shaft, cleaning and grading in structure, cars…
Paved U.S. Highway
An automobile passenger's view of an U.S. paved highway and a bridge in the distance.Photo caption: "Typical downstate scene ahead of motorist on two-lane U.S. paved highway."
Paved State Highway
A paved state highway cuts through a tree-lined area in the rural countryside with a silo in the distance.Photo caption: "Paved, two-lane state highway."
Roadside Country View
Photo caption: "Characteristic roadside view over gently sloping ground, woods, pastures, cultivated fields."
Abandoned Stone Quarry
An abandoned stone quarry that is filled with water and overgrown vegetation. Photo caption: "One of thousands of stone quarries, abandoned for use of other materials. Water, 30 to 90 ft. deep covers all of actual quarry excavation, trees have grown…
Greek Press Newspaper Office
The newsroom of the Greek Press newspaper is filled with reporters and employees working at desks.Photo caption: "Greek series - office and staff of Greek newspaper."
Greek Press Editor
The editor of the Greek Press, possibly Paul Javaras, a weekly Greek newspaper, stands outside his local office.Photo caption: "Greek series - Editor, Greek newspaper."
Greek Produce Vendor
A vendor sells produce including grapes, peaches, and pears from a checkered tablecloth-covered cart on a city sidewalk.Photo caption: "Greek series - sidewalk vendor."
Banana Pushcart Vendor
A Greek vendor pushes a cart loaded with bananas down a city street.Photo caption: "Greek series - pushcart vendor."
Roasted Corn Street Vendor
A Greek vendor with a makeshift cart sells roasted corn on a city sidewalk as a seated gentleman looks on.Photo caption: "Greek series - roasting green corn over a grate - sidewalk stand."
Outdoor Dining
Photo caption: "Out door dining space behind board wall, Cosmopolitan Cafe, South Halsted Street - vine-covered booths."
Greek Recreation Parlor
Several men sit at tables smoking cigars and hookahs while conversing and reading the newspaper.Photo caption: "Greek series - characteristic group in recreation parlors, S. Halsted St."
Greek Bakery Window Display
Two architectural wedding cakes surrounded by wedding photos, champagne bottles, plates of baked goods and large glass containers of candy make up an elaborate window display located on South Halsted Street in Chicago.Photo caption: "Greek series -…
Greek Bakery Window Display
Two architectural wedding cakes surrounded by wedding photos, champagne bottles, plates of baked goods and large glass containers of candy make up an elaborate window display located on South Halsted Street in Chicago as photographed from a left…
Greek Bakery Window Display
An architectural wedding cake wrapped in cellophane on a pedestal with a sign advertising an upcoming picnic. Two angel statues and three bottles sit in front of the cake as part of an elaborate window display located on South Halsted Street in…
Greek Bakery Cake Display
Three cellophane-wrapped cakes surrounded by plates of baked goods and containers of ingredients make up an elaborate window display located on South Halsted Street in Chicago.Photo caption: "Greek Series - window display, bakery, S. Halsted."
Greek Bakery In-Store Display
Custom electrical lighting spotlights two architectural wedding cakes wrapped in cellophane inside an unidentified Greek bakery.Photo caption: "Greek series - interior of store display - wedding cakes in cellophane, with electric lights."
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral Nave
The nave of the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral features several Corinthian columns along the left and right sides of the name with a large chandelier at the end of the main aisle. The altar features two tiers of arches with paintings of…
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral Altar Table
The tabernacle containing Holy Communion sits on the altar table surrounded by lit candelabras and a crucifix in the center. Plants and flowers surround the altar table.Photo caption: "Greek series - altar of Greek church (same subject as enlargement…
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral Nave
A view of the nave from a second floor balcony shows an organ and seating for service officiants on the right while providing a unique vantage point for viewing the Corinthian columns and religoius images on the second tier of the altar.Photo…
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral
The main entrance of the cathedral features Crinthian column-supported arches under the engraved name of the church as written in Greek. Stained glass windows are located directly above the main entrance.Photo caption: "Greek series - angle shot of…
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral
The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Chicago features a three-tier exterior design. The bottom level includes the main entrance containing three Corinthian column-supported arches over the doorway and arched windows on either side. The second…
Military commission and sworn oath of 1st Lieut. Elkanah Moore
Gov. Joel A. Matteson commissions Elkanah Moore to the rank of First Lieutenant "National Artillery" attached to the 67th Regiment of the Illinois Millitia. The document is signed by Gov. Matteson and Secretary of State Alexander Starne.