Scope and Contents Dr. Hill, a physician, discusses his experiences practicing medicine from the late 19th to mid 20th century. He recalls his family background, his father's experiences during the Civil War, childhood memories in rural Middletown, Illinois, school, games, and social activities. He recalls medical school at Rush Medical College, medicines, illnesses, remedies, family diet, women's housework and childbirth, and illness and injuries among the coal miners of Athens, Illinois. He also briefly...

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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

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Hoffmann, Springfield lawyer, recalls law school, her marriage and family, problems she encountered working in a male-dominated field, civic and church activities, and her service as commissioner of finance. She also mentions her education at Wellesley and University of Chicago Law School, and recalls the Lincoln Home area and the Lincoln Law School.

1 tape, 45 mins., 23 pp. Interview by Melinda Kwedar, 1975 OPEN See collateral file

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Hoffmann discusses his involvement with the Springfield Boy Scout organization. He recalls his contributions to Camp Illinek, scoutmasters and their changing roles, Abraham Lincoln Council, and scouting activities such as the Indian Lore ceremony, Citizenship Day, and First Aid Meets.

23 pp. Interview by Jay Heim, ca. 1983 OPEN See collateral file

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SANGAMON ORDNANCE PLANT PROJECT Hohenstein, lifelong resident of Illiopolis, discusses operations at the Sangamon Ordnance Plant during WWII: plant security, transportation, roles of women, plant's effect on family life, Illiopolis, recreation and entertainment, and the closing of the facility.

1 tape, 39 mins., 14 pp. Interview by B. David McCarthy, 1989 OPEN See collateral file

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SANGAMON ORDNANCE PLANT PROJECT Paul Hohenstein, resident of Illiopolis during WWII, discusses the Sangamon Ordnance Plant, effects on the community, employment of women and the shut-down of the plant.

1 tape, 35 mins., 12 pp. Interview by B. David McCarthy, 1989 OPEN See collateral file

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Holliday, a Mormon, discusses his experiences as project manager of Nauvoo Restoration, Inc: restoration plans for the town of Nauvoo, archaeological work, the work of Mormon missionaries, and future plans for the community.

1 tape, 43 mins., 16 pp. Interview by Richard S. Welchans, 1974 OPEN See collateral file: interviewer's notes, photograph of Holliday, and photocopied newspaper articles

Scope and Contents Holloway, member of the Illinois House of Representatives 1959-75, discusses his accomplishments in the General Assembly, including his work on the revenue committee, state income tax, surface mining commission, creation of Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, transportation legislation, and other projects. He also discusses living in Granite City and Sparta, Illinois, and reflects on his interest and involvement with politics over the years. 29 tapes, 1500 mins., 2 vols.,...

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SHAWNEETOWN BANK PROJECT Holloway, Shawneetown resident, recalls the physical features of the bank's interior and exterior, bank personnel, Shawneetown businesses, and the 1937 Ohio River flood. He also recalls trying to get a loan from the bank and a fight which occurred in his barber shop.

1 tape, 37 mins., 23 pp. Interview by Horace Q. Waggoner, 1978 OPEN See collateral file

Scope and Contents Holman recalls her early years while growing up in Berlin, Germany, her parents, and the changes that occurred in Germany under Adolf Hitler; moving to the United States, her marriage to Dr. John Holman in 1938, moving to Springfield, and her children Andrew and Robert. Holman recalls her childhood passion for the arts that remained with her throughout her life. She discusses her roles as President of the Springfield Art Association, President of the Springfield Symphony Guild, and longtime...