State Treasurer Elmer J. Hoffman (far left) poses for a photo with several party guests, including Clerk of the Supreme Court Earle Benjamin Searcy (center) and Lula Fae Isenberg Searcy (seated, center).
Secretary of State Charles F. Carpentier (standing) is recognized. State Treasurer Elmer J. Hoffman (seated, far right) and Lieutenant Governor John W. Chapman (seated, left of Carpentier) give their applause behind him.
A table of guests, including Secretary of State Charles F. Carpentier (far left) and Lieutenant Governor John W. Chapman (far right), are seated for dinner.
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."
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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…
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…
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."
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."