Springfield, Illinois
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 22 Collections and/or Records:
Willis J. Spaulding Papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 0042
Scope and Contents
This collection contains ‘The Story of the City Records,’ a history of Springfield’s city government compiled by Helen Van Cleave Blankmeyer in honor of the dedication of Lake Springfield and Spaulding Dam. The work documents the adoption of the commission form of city government and the development of city services, including water, gas, electric, streetcars, and the park system. Also included in the collection are programs for the dedication of Lake Springfield and the city’s centennial...
Dates:
1935-1970
World Federalist Association, Springfield Chapter Records
Collection
Identifier: MS 0046
Scope and Contents
This collection contains records of the Springfield Chapter of the World Federalist Association. It includes membership lists, meeting minutes, correspondence and newsletters from the Springfield Chapter, as well as minutes and correspondences from the Central Illinois chapter and the quarterly publication of the national organization. These materials were collected by Richard Kaige, a member of the Springfield chapter. Arranged alphabetically.
Dates:
1985-2001