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Spencer, Robert C. #1 (1920-1999): Interview and Memoir

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: O-SP34.1
Scope and Contents

Spencer, founding president of Sangamon State University, briefly recalls his early academic career at Miami University in Ohio and the University of Chicago; private tutoring; University of Rhode Island; his arrival in Springfield to launch Sangamon State University; the acquisition of the Clayville historic site; and restoring houses in Vermont.

1 tape, 45 mins., 16 pp. Interview by Richard Henderson, 1983 OPEN See collateral file

Dates: Other: Dummy Date

Spencer, Robert C. #2 (1920-1999): Interview and Memoir

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: O-SP34.2
Scope and Contents Spencer, first President of Sangamon State University, discusses SSU from its beginning in 1969: his previous position at the University of Rhode Island, being hired as President, move to Springfield, Illinois, recruiting administration and faculty, first year problems, Vice-President for Academic Affairs George Cohen, interviews and memos, development of curriculum and academic programs, John Keiser, early faculty, administrative and library appointments, SSU as an upper level university,...
Dates: Other: Dummy Date

Spicer, Cledith (1905-1991): Interview and Memoir

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: O-SP41
Scope and Contents

Spicer, waitress, discusses employment at Maldaner's Restaurant in Springfield: bakery, work and business hours, uniforms, meal specialties, employees and managers, and customers.

1 tape, 90 mins., 31 pp. Interview by Josephine Saner, 1977 OPEN See collateral file

Dates: Other: Dummy Date

Spiegel, Rev. Clarence W.: Interview and Memoir

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: O-SP43
Scope and Contents

Spiegel, former professor and counselor at Concordia Lutheran Seminary in Springfield, discusses his arrival at the Seminary; transition from parish pastor to teacher; condition of the Seminary, improvements, and its curriculum.

1 tape, 90 mins., 18 pp. Interview by Norman Langhoff, 1981 OPEN See collateral file

Dates: Other: Dummy Date

Spinner, Nancy b. 1927: Interview and Memoir

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: O-SP46
Scope and Contents

Spinner discusses life in Springfield in the 1930's and 40's: family, marriage and children, Scottish Highland dancing, and jobs. She also discusses attending Blackburn College in Carlinville, Illinois: chapel, work, classes, rules, house council, and relaxation.

2 tapes, 165 mins., 53 pp. Interview by James Maestri, 1973 OPEN See collateral file

Dates: Other: Dummy Date

Spragg, Howard b. 1917: Interview and Memoir

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: O-SP71H
Scope and Contents WWII CONSCIENTIOUS OBJECTORS PROJECT Howard Spragg, one of eight Union Seminary students jailed for refusing to register for the draft during WWII, discusses his interest and activism in theology, pacifism, socialism, and utopianism. He discusses work with the Workers Defense League; the solidarity among the eight Seminary students; imprisonment at Danbury Federal Correction Center; ministering; the South Congregational Church in Chicago; work as conference minister in Puerto Rico; work with...
Dates: Other: Dummy Date

Spragg, Jane S. b. 1922: Interview and Memoir

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: O-SP71J
Scope and Contents

WWII CONSCIENTIOUS OBJECTORS PROJECT Jane Spragg, physician, married to Howard Spragg, recalls medical school, Ryder Memorial Hospital in Puerto Rico, Family Planning and Planned Parenthood Clinics, abortion issues, and her own medical practice. Also discusses pacifism, her husband Howard, and the Sojourner Truth Housing Riot in Detroit.

1 tape, 75 mins., 32 pp. Interview by C. Arthur Bradley, 1988 OPEN See collateral file

Dates: Other: Dummy Date

Springer, Nell (1883-1979): Interview and Memoir

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: O-SP83
Scope and Contents

Springer, teacher, recalls teaching in rural schools in Cass County, Illinois and describes school activities, children, and education in one room schools.

2 tapes, 180 mins., 38 pp. Interview by Marjorie Taylor, 1973 OPEN See collateral file

Dates: Other: Dummy Date

Staab, Carl (1900-1983) and Helen (1905-2000): Interview and Memoir

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: O-ST11
Scope and Contents

GERMAN-AMERICANS PROJECT Carl and Helen Staab, lifelong residents of Springfield, discuss their German ancestors and hostility toward Germans during WWII.

1 tape, 30 mins., 11 pp. Interview by Leslie Leamons, 1972 OPEN See collateral file

Dates: Other: Dummy Date

Staggs, John J. b. 1903: Interview and Memoir

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: O-ST13
Scope and Contents Staggs recalls early 20th century rural life at Cory, Indiana: town life, butchering, church, teenage employment and education. Also discusses working at Sinclair Oil Refinery in East Chicago, the Depression, prohibition, courtship and marriage, his wife's family, a canteen business, and Champaign, Illinois. Also mentions different businesses in Illinois and Indiana.4 tapes, 315 mins., 80 pp. Interview by Francie Staggs, 1982 OPEN See collateral file: interviewer's notes and...
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Library 22
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University Legal Counsel 17
Immel, Marilyn Huff 16
Russel, Henry 16
Faculty Senate 15
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Center for the Study of Middle Size Cities 13
Eberle, Eugenia 13
Kniss, Glenn 13
McCarthy, B. David 13
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Hill, Charles 11
Kwedar, Melinda 11
Business and Administrative Services 10
Canterbury, Elizabeth 10
Ortman, William 10
Streitmatter, Rodger 10
Moore, Linda 9
Rhodes, Rex 9
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Bomke, Virginia 8
Haynes, Judith 8
Horne, Debbie Springer 8
Klusmeyer, Margaret M. 8
University Assembly 8
Vrooman, John E. 8
Booth, Byron 7
Boyer, Peggy 6
Dillon, Mary Ann 6
Golden, Rhonda 6
Mendelsohn, Syma 6
Planning and Development Office 6
SSU Foundation 6
Stout, Jane 6
Waggaman, P.J. 6
Alexander, Brian 5
Campbell, H. Dean 5
Dean of Innovative and Experimental Studies 5
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Howarth, Nelson O. 5
Illinois Board of Regents 5
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MacLean, Kay 5
Welchans, Richard S. 5
Wells, Sara 5
Williams, Elvera L. 5
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Breiseth, Christopher 4
Butler, Homer L. 4
Camp, Dennis 4
Cockrell, John 4
Hasara, Karen 4
Headrick, John 4
Hunt, Nancy 4
Institute for Public Affairs 4
Institutional Research Office 4
Jett, Linda S. 4
Knepler, Jane E. 4
Krause, Ron 4
Krohe, Jim 4
Lennon, Mike 4
Marshall, Shirley 4
Nachtwey, Matthew R. 4
Oblinger, Carl 4
Public Administration Program 4
Rountree, Georgia P. 4
Schramm, Mike 4
Schweighauser, Charles 4
Smith, Anna May 4
Stone, Ralph 4
Student Senate 4
Television Office 4
Townsend, Mike (Townsend, Michael Patrick) 4
University of Illinois 4
Van Lieshout, David 4
Wilson, Clifford Keith III 4
Affirmative Action Office 3
Alepra, Michael E. 3
Alumni Association 3
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