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Leinicke, Betty

 Person

Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:

Hill, May (1879-1978): Interview and memoir

 Collection — Container: Tape et al
Identifier: O-H554
Scope and Contents

Hill discusses her membership in Springfield's Christ Episcopal Church, members of the congregation and rectors. She also recounts stories about the Ridgelys, Lanphiers and other Springfield families.

1 tape, 45 mins., 14 pp. Interview by Betty Leinicke, 1977 OPEN See collateral file

Dates: Other: Dummy Date

Leinicke, Betty b. 1925: Interview and memoir

 Collection — Container: Tapes et al
Identifier: O-L533
Scope and Contents CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH Leinicke, member of Christ Episcopal Church in Springfield, discusses changes in the services, form of church government, priests and bishops, conflicts between high and low Episcopal churches, election of women, and the Prayer Book. She also talks about her participation in the church, women's organizations, couples groups, election to the Synod, and membership in other governing bodies in the church and the Diocese. 2 tapes, 180 mins., 45 pp....
Dates: Other: Dummy Date

Schoening, Louise #1 (1883-1985): Interview and Memoir

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: O-SCH62.1
Scope and Contents

Schoening recalls working as a seamstress for Illinois Governors John Tanner and Richard Yates at the turn of the 20th century. She also recalls attendance at Springfield's Christ Episcopal Church: choirs, sewing groups, nickel dinners and other church members.

2 tapes, 120 mins., 30 pp. Interview by Betty Leinicke, 1977 OPEN See collateral file

Dates: Other: Dummy Date