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Reproduction Genealogy document for the Gregory family, circa 1777-1840 |
This is a genealogy document for the Gregory family, circa 1777-1840. This document indicates “The above is a copy of the original made by Benjamin Washington Moody April 22nd 1840. The Homestead and birth place is about five miles from Springfield Washington County Ky, on the Springfield & Bloomfield Pike road, and on this date Oct. 31st 1919 Is still in fairly good condition and occupied.” It lists the children of Godfrey Gregory (b.1777) and Rosanah Walker Gregory (b.1789). |
1919 |
March 15, 2019 |
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Genealogy Document for the Hill Familly, circa 1790-1850 |
This is a genealogy document for the Hill family. It begins with the marriage John Hill (b.1790-d.1839) and Mary S. Winfrey (b. 1791-d.1849). |
circa 1790-1850 |
March 15, 2019 |
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Business card for D.H. Mudge: Attorney at Law, circa 1905-1915 |
This is a business card for D.H. Mudge: Attorney at Law, Edwardsville, Illinois, circa 1905-1915 |
circa 1905-1915 |
March 15, 2019 |
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Political Business Card for Dick Mudge for the 1970 Democratic Primary State Senator Campaign |
This a political business card for Dick Mudge for the 1970 Illinois Democratic primary state senate campaign. It states: "Please vote for Dick Mudge for State Senator. As States Attorney he brought law and order to Madison County, 1956-1964. Democratic Primary March 17, 1970." |
1970 |
March 15, 2019 |
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Jim Pennekamp Oral History Interview |
In this oral history interview, Jim Pennekamp describes his role in various economic development organizations in the St. Louis metro area and Madison County, including the Jefferson County Economic Development Corporation, the St. Louis Regional Commerce and Growth Association, the Tri-Cities Area Chamber of Commerce (now called Southwest Madison County Chamber of Commerce), the Greater Alton Twin Rivers Growth Association (now called the Riverbend Growth Association), and University Park at SIUE. He also describes growing up in New Jersey and Brussels, Belgium, his participation in the anti-Vietnam War movement in the 1960s and 70s, and his early career as a deputy juvenile officer in Jefferson County. He also reflects on changes in Madison County and the broader region in the second half of the twentieth century, particularly related to globalization and the transition from an industrial to a service-based economy. |
October 24, 2018 |
February 15, 2019 |
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Wendell and Barb McAfoos Oral History Interview |
Wendell and Barb McAfoos were born and raised in Alton, Illinois. In this interview, they describe their lives in the Alton area through the 1940s, 50s, and 60s. Topics covered include school life, cars, school socials, daily challenges and everyday life in rural Illinois, segregation of public spaces, desegregation of the Alton schools, toys and games kids played, their founding of the health club “Metro Sports,” and the history of industry in the Alton area. |
November 16, 2018 |
February 15, 2019 |
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Norma Glazebrook Oral History Interview |
In this oral history, Norma Galzebrook of Alton, Illinois discusses her childhood from the 1940s in Godfrey, Illinois and her early baton twirling career. She mentions seeing Robert Wadlow in her youth as well as her days at the Alton Telegraph during the 1950s. Also discussed is the creation Glazebrook Park, established in honor of her late husband, as well as her extensive work with the St. Louis chapter of the Make-A-Wish foundation. |
December 2, 2018 |
February 15, 2019 |
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Cindy McGrew Oral History Interview |
In this oral history interview, Cindy McGrew discusses her role and experiences as the owner of the Glen Carbon Traveling Tails Inn, a doggy day care, which she co-founded in 2008. She also describes growing up in a small town, attending SIUE, and her previous careers as a teacher and school counselor. |
October 8, 2018 |
February 12, 2019 |
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William Iseminger Oral History Interview |
In this oral history interview, William (Bill) Iseminger, the assistant manager of Cahokia Mounds State Historic site, describes his career at the site and the broader history of the site in the 20th century. He also describes the archaeology work and its discoveries at the site. |
September 27, 2018 |
February 12, 2019 |
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Carol and John Fritsche Oral History Interview |
In this oral history interview, John and Carol Fritche describe growing up in Edwardsville, Illinois, in the middle of the twentieth century. They discuss attending Leclaire Academy and living in one of the first homes on Dunlap Lake. The interview continues to discuss Edwardsville’s growth and the relationship between SIUE and the city of Edwardsville. Finally, John discusses his career with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT). |
September 4, 2018 |
January 28, 2019 |
