Dewey Bartlett was Governor of Oklahoma from January 9, 1967 – January 11, 1971. This porcelain bowl says "Dinner with Dewey and Ann (his wife) 1-11-78". Dewey was a part of the Republican Party
In the 2012 elections, Andy Manar ran for State Senate (District 48, won against Republican Mike McElroy), Mike Havera for State's attorney and Brad Gillespie for State Representative (District 95, lost to Republican Wayne Arthur Rosenthal by)
1983 Jim Dunham Mayoral Campaign Sign, "DUNHAM, Mayor for all Springfield." Brother-in-law to Ossie Langfelder, James Dunham (D) ran for the office of Mayor of Springfield, IL in 1983 but lost in the general municipal election against J. Michael…
A red, white, and blue sign reminding people to vote on election day. The sign features the symbol for the Republican Party, the elephant, with the words, "Don't forget to vote...election day."
A satirical cartoon mocking the campaign of Gary A. Tumulty for Sangamon County Clerk as well has his previous campaigns. Tumulty is depicted as the main character in "Saturday Night Fever," a popular movie at the time but the title has been changed…
Double-sided Faith Coalition for the Common Good Pamphlet. This organization has a chapter in Springfield, Illinois. One of its primary missions is to ensure equal opportunities for all, regardless of race, providing a living wage, economic growth,…
Three farcical campaign buttons popular during the 1972 presidential campaign. The buttons on the left and right were part of a series of unlicensed buttons using a popular television character named Archie Bunker from the television show “All in…
Poster for the General Election on November 6, 1990 election. The poster encourages voters to vote for a straight Republican ticket, using the slogan "Trust the People You Know."
The Flyer was distributed during Andy Manar's successful campaign for Illinois State Senator (48th district) against the Republican candidate Mike McElroy. Manar won by 9,000 votes.
The contributor was a paid field organizer for the campaign in…
This postcard urges voters to support and vote for Doris Turner for Ward 3 Alderman. She is endorsed by Mayor Ossie Langfelder on the front of the card while prominent community members offer their endorsements on the reverse side.