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Official Illinois state song with lyrics depicting pride in Illinois with emphasis on progress of the state. New verses by Win Stracke are included in this version. Cover includes a brief history of the song.

Lyrics depict singer's pride in the State of Illinois, noting the state's geography, industry, and soldiers who fought and died during World War I.

"Illinois Song" lyrics depict pride in Illinois and highlight the state's contributions to the United States during the Civil War. Color cover depicts portrait of Abraham Lincoln set with a bald eagle, two American flags, and the Illinois state seal…

"A Sesquicentennial of history and song starring 13 Prairie State musical groups and Chicago-born Ralph Bellamy; A color television special/Presented by Illinois Bell Telephone" Program for a television special shown Monday, Dec. 4, 1868, hosted by…

"Commemorating her centennial 1818-1918." Lyrics depict pride in Illinois and the actions of Illinois residents during war time.

Instrumental music. Contains Illinois Grand March, Gray's Quickstep, and Mary's Waltz. "Composed and respectfully dedicated to Miss Emily Gallaher.

Instrumental music. Parts for violin, trombone, bass, clarinet, flute, drums, cornet, and cello.

Lyrics depict fighting for freedom and liberty during World War I.

"A Sesquicentennial Song 1818-1868" Lyrics depict pride in Illinois and diversity of Illinois geography and landmarks. Color cover by Mary Win Walter depicts group of children waving American, Illinois, and Illinois sesquicentennial flags. A portrait…

Lyrics depict singer meeting the person they love. Cover image depicts man in lower right corner and woman in upper left corner and a fountain surrounded by several people in the lower left corner. "Respectfully dedicated to Siegel-Cooper &…

Lyrics depict singer's pride in Springfield, IL and happiness as a resident of the city. Cover image depicts Illinois State Capitol building surrounded by trees and farm fields.

Lyrics depict comfort and support singer receives from Jesus. Cover image depicts church and home in rural setting.

Instrumental music. Dedication: "Dedicated to Capt. Levi P. Holden, 88th Ill. Vols." Handwritten "ABB" in upper right corner of cover page.

Two songs bound together. Second song: "Do They Still Think of Me at Home." Lyrics of "Her Bright Smile Haunts Me Still" depict man remembering and missing the woman he loves. Lyrics of "Do They Still Think of Me at Home" depicts singer away from…

Lyrics depict sinking of the USS Maine and the United States' response. Dedication: "Dedicated to Miss Allena Grafton of Rock Island, Ill." Cover image depicts the USS Maine (ACR-1) above two American flags.

Lyrics depict soldier leaving his lover to serve as a soldier and dying on the battlefield. Cover depicts man in uniform and woman standing in a garden setting holding hands. Dedication: "To the Unknown Dead of the War."

Lyrics depict singer's faith in God. Cover image depicts church and home in a rural setting. Handwritten note on cover: "Not much good". Back cover lists first bars of seven songs available for purchase. Part of collection entitled "Beautiful Sacred…

Lyrics depict mother singing about her son being drafted into the Union army. Cover image depicts woman holding a pair of torn men's pants captioned "And these are the pants he used to wear" above an image of a man in uniform in front of a camp…

"The Soldier's Campaign Song. Respectfully inscribed to the brave soldiers of America, by their comrade, Major J. Barton" Lyrics depict Ulysses S. Grant's leadership on the battlefield and support for his presidential campaign. Quote at top of cover…

"Arranged from Root & Cady's most popular publications by [P. P. Bliss]." Lyrics are taken from several different songs and strung together to depict singer's support for the Union cause and the Union troops.

"Manufacturing Sterling Pianos and Organs" Lyrics depict singer singing farewell while noting the parting is not permanent. Front cover depicts portrait of R. W. Blake, General Manager of the Sterling Company with a decorative border. P. 2 depicts…

Lyrics depict support for Franklin Delano Roosevelt and his leadership. Front cover portrait of Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Back cover depicts two trees and a decorative border.

Lyrics depict support and encouragement for troops fighting for their country.

Instrumental music. "Dedicated to 1st Regiment Ills. Nat. Guards and the members of the Chicago Southern States Association on their visit to Augusta, Ga., Nov. 15, 1895." "Compliments of The Augusta Southern Railroad"

Lyrics depict William Tecumseh Sherman leading Union troops into battle at Shiloh, Vicksburg, Missionary Ridge, and Sherman's March to the Sea. Cover depicts William Tecumseh Sherman in military uniform. Page 2 is a compilation of songs for sale by…