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- Collection: UIS History Harvest 2016 - Political Memorabilia
Dewey and Ann Porcelain BowlDewey Bartlett was Governor of Oklahoma from January 9, 1967 – January 11, 1971. This porcelain bowl says "Dinner with Dewey and Ann (his wife)…
Door Hanger for Andy Manar, Mike Havera and Brad GillespieIn the 2012 elections, Andy Manar ran for State Senate (District 48, won against Republican Mike McElroy), Mike Havera for State's attorney and Brad…
Dunham Mayoral Campaign Sign1983 Jim Dunham Mayoral Campaign Sign, "DUNHAM, Mayor for all Springfield." Brother-in-law to Ossie Langfelder, James Dunham (D) ran for the office of…
Election Day SignA 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…
Election Night Fever Campaign CartoonA satirical cartoon mocking the campaign of Gary A. Tumulty for Sangamon County Clerk as well has his previous campaigns. Tumulty is depicted as the…
Faith Coalition for the Common Good PamphletDouble-sided Faith Coalition for the Common Good Pamphlet. This organization has a chapter in Springfield, Illinois. One of its primary missions is to…
Farcical Campaign ButtonsThree farcical campaign buttons popular during the 1972 presidential campaign. The buttons on the left and right were part of a series of unlicensed…
First American, Second Republican PosterPoster for the General Election on November 6, 1990 election. The poster encourages voters to vote for a straight Republican ticket, using the slogan…
Flyer for Andy Manar as State SenatorThe Flyer was distributed during Andy Manar's successful campaign for Illinois State Senator (48th district) against the Republican candidate Mike…
Flyer for Doris Turner Election to Alderman for Ward 3This 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…