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SHAWNEETOWN BANK PROJECT. Catherine Dunn, Shawneetown resident until 1919, discusses some of the physical features of the bank ca. 1900. She recalls the town of Shawneetown and some of the social events which took place there. Other topics include Dunn's trip to California.

1 tape, 58 mins., 28 pp. Interview by Horace Q. Waggoner, 1978 OPEN See collateral file

Scope and Contents ILLINOIS GENERAL ASSEMBLY ORAL HISTORY PROGRAM Dunne, former member of the Illinois General Assembly, recalls his childhood growing up in an Irish household in Chicago; education, early political experiences, tutelage under 42nd Ward politician William "Botchy" Connors; criminal activities, political issues, ethnic groups, work with the Chicago Park District, and WWII and Korean War military service. He also discusses his years in the General Assembly: legislation, committee work, Illinois...

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SHAWNEETOWN BANK PROJECT Dyhrkopp, resident of Shawneetown, recalls living behind the bank building and discusses many of the building's features, personnel, bank records, and the 1937 Ohio River flood.

1 tape, 74 mins., 24 pp. Interview by Horace Q. Waggoner, 1978 OPEN See collateral file

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SHAWNEETOWN BANK PROJECT Eswine, Shawneetown resident, discusses his family background, riverboats and lightkeeping, the Ridgeway Bank and the 1913 flood. He recalls Shawneetown businesses, the old log schoolhouse, residents, bank interior, electricity and fuel sources, and the 1937 Ohio River flood.

1 tape, 62 mins., 29 pp. Interview by Horace Q. Waggoner, 1978 OPEN See collateral file

Scope and Contents ILLINOIS GENERAL ASSEMBLY ORAL HISTORY PROGRAM Fribley, a Democratic member of the Illinois State Senate from 1934-1952 representing the 40th district, recalls his political career: legislative achievements in transportation, oil and gas regulation, and mine safety; Illinois political figures including Adlai Stevenson, Paul Powell and Henry Horner; political issues of the 1930's and 40's; and the relationship between Chicago and downstate and between the mayor of Chicago and the governor....

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SHAWNEETOWN BANK PROJECT Galt recalls the interior and exterior of the building, particularly the third floor of the bank, the 1937 Ohio River flood, bank employees, and the closing of the bank.

1 tape, 35 mins., 18 pp. Interview by Horace Q. Waggoner, 1978 OPEN See collateral file: interviewer's notes and a sketch of the bank's second floor.

Scope and Contents ILLINOIS GENERAL ASSEMBLY ORAL HISTORY PROGRAM Gilbert, member of the Illinois Senate from 1961-1973, discusses his political career: issues relevant to southern Illinois; legislative achievements in the areas of education, business, economic development and conservation; legislative and judicial reform; reapportionment; issues of health, welfare, and safety; budgeting; civil rights; ethics; industry and labor relations; transportation and crime. He also discusses his family background;...

Scope and Contents ILLINOIS GENERAL ASSEMBLY ORAL HISTORY PROGRAM Grindle, Democratic member of the Illinois Senate, 1957-1967, discusses his years in the General Assembly: legislative achievements in the areas of transportation, conservation, economic development, industry and labor relations, insurance and public aid, health, welfare, and safety; legislative, judicial, and fiscal reform; reapportionment; legislative techniques and ethics. He also discusses his family history and Welsh background, childhood...

Scope and Contents Francis Halligan, successful businessman, pianist, and inventor in the Beardstown, Illinois, area, discusses many aspects of early 20th century life and his pioneering work in aviation. He recalls his invention, the "Halligan plane", an aircraft capable of vertical flight: construction and test flight of the prototype aircraft, aircraft technology, dirigibles, and his experiences at the Third National Aeronautic meeting. He also discusses his family's grocery store and dry goods business,...

Scope and Contents Russell Halligan, grocery owner in Beardstown, Illinois, discusses his pioneering work in aircraft design and other aspects of early 20th century life. He recalls his interest in airplanes and their technology, construction and testing of the "Halligan plane," and outside interest in developing the project. He also discusses early 20th century social activities including Nickelodeons, river-boat shows, and picnics; transportation; WWI and WWII; and the family grocery and dry goods business....