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Halley's Comet Project: Interview
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: O-H155*
Scope and Contents
Narrators recall the appearance of Halley's Comet in 1910. They also discuss people's reactions to the comet, stories of poisonous gases, comet pills, and other incidents.
3 tapes, 180 mins.
Interview by Charles Schweighauser, 1985
Donated by Charles Schweighauser
RESTRICTED: No legal release.
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Halligan, Francis (1894-1980): Interview and memoir
Collection — Container: Tapes et al
Identifier: O-H156F
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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,...
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Halligan, Russell (1900-1980): Interview and memoir
Collection — Container: Tapes et al
Identifier: O-H156R
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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....
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Ham, Charles: Interview and memoir
Collection — Container: Tape et al
Identifier: O-H170
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Charles Ham, Edward Wessler, A.L. Weeks, H.H. WesslerThis memoir is comprised of an interview with four members of the Arenzville, Illinois, town band. They discuss local history, recalling the town's buildings, business, bands, fires, the Opera House, and residents. Other topics include the Civil War, butchering, antiques, and local fires. 1 tape, 45 mins., 21 pp.
Interview by Mrs. Oscar Trout, c. 1970
RESTRICTED: The memoir may be read but not quoted, cited or...
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Hamilton, Eugenia: Interview and memoir
Collection — Container: Tape et al
Identifier: O-H180
Scope and Contents
Hamilton discusses her employment in education as well as jobs she has held in traditionally male-dominated fields. She recalls the circumstances which enabled her to work outside the home, and employment during WWII in the area of military intelligence. Other topics include Hamilton's family background, her husband's family background as Russian immigrants, and her work in education, particularly the "More Academically Able" Program. References are made to the Palmer Sanatorium and the...
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Hamlin, Melvin (1913-1989): Interview and memoir
Collection — Container: Tape et al
Identifier: O-H181
Scope and Contents
Hamlin recalls his years working in the coal mines of Illinois and discusses mine operations and structures, mine conditions, hazards, union activities, wages and working hours, black lung disease, and relations between miners.
1 tape, 29 mins., 17 pp.
Interview by H. Dean Campbell, 1972
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Hammel, William b. 1944: Interview and memoir
Collection — Container: Tape et al
Identifier: O-H182
Scope and Contents
LINCOLN MEMORIAL GARDENS PROJECT
Hammel, an administrator at Springfield's Lincoln Memorial Gardens in the 1970's, discusses his work experiences, contributions made by volunteers and organizations, and the programs conducted on the grounds. References are made to the ideas of Jens Jensen, wildlife in the garden, the Sierra Club, Boy Scouts, and Girl Scouts.
1 tape, 90 mins., 27 pp.
Interview by Sara Wells, 1985
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Hammes, Raymond H. (1909-1987): Interview
Collection — Container: Tapes et al
Identifier: O-H183*
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Hammes, teacher, discusses growing up in Wisconsin: his family, the Depression, and travels; his WWII service in Mississippi; WWII homefront; newspaper publishing; and Civil Service work. He also discusses his education: attending the University of Collegeville in Minnesota and North Texas State University; teaching Indian schools in South Dakota; the teaching of history. Also discusses his study of early Illinois land records, and historical studies and agencies in Illinois. 12...
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Created: 1985 - 1986
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Hammons, Mae d. 1983: Interview and memoir
Collection — Container: Tapes et al
Identifier: O-H185
Scope and Contents
BLACK COMMUNITY PROJECT
Hammons, first African American teacher hired in the Springfield, school system, discusses segregation and discrimination, her teaching career, teaching at Iles School, tutoring mentally handicapped children, and black teachers entering the school system. She also mentions Springfield neighborhoods and businesses, and teaching challenges during WWII.
2 tapes, 175 mins., 50 pp.
Interview by Reverend N.L. McPherson, 1974
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Handley, William (1920-1994): Interview and memoir
Collection — Container: Tape et al
Identifier: O-H192
Scope and Contents
PRISONER OF WAR EXPERIENCES IN WORLD WAR II
Handley recalls his experiences in North Africa during WWII, including combat near Algiers, capture at the Battle of Kassarine Pass, conditions during his internment at seven prisoner of war camps in North Africa, Italy, and Germany, farm work detail, forced march to Stalag IIA, liberation, and the lasting effects of his internment. Also mentions the Red Cross and prisoners' relationship with German captors and civilians. 1 tape, 90...
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