Scope and Contents

This collection contains the personal papers of William Dodd Chenery relating to his work as a playwright and composer. It includes partial sheet music, librettos, programs, and posters for his operas “Egypt, The Wondrous Story of the Nile,” “Elijah,” and “Joseph.” Also includes sheet music for Chenery’s anthem “Flag Every Glorious.” Arranged chronologically.

Scope and Contents This collection contains ‘The Story of the City Records,’ a history of Springfield’s city government compiled by Helen Van Cleave Blankmeyer in honor of the dedication of Lake Springfield and Spaulding Dam. The work documents the adoption of the commission form of city government and the development of city services, including water, gas, electric, streetcars, and the park system. Also included in the collection are programs for the dedication of Lake Springfield and the city’s centennial...