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Bryan Mathis Oral History Interview |
In this oral history interview, Bryan Mathis describes his childhood in Venice, Illinois, and his experiences as an African-American man growing up in the area during the era of desegregation. He describes the various forms of bigotry and racism he's faced in the communities of Venice, Madison, Granite City, and St. Louis, as well as his feeling about the communities of Venice and Granite City today. He also discusses his work as a paperboy in Venice, what it was like growing up in the Venice housing projects, getting cut from the Venice High School Basketball team the year they won the State Championship (1975), and going to SIUE and the Mississippi River Festival in the late 70s. |
October 18, 2016 |
December 1, 2016 |
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Roland Harris Oral History Interview |
In this oral history interview, Roland Harris describes growing up in Alhambra and Highland in the 1930s. He then discusses his service during World War II. Next, Harris describes his funeral home business in Highland. The interview ends with a description of his work with the Highland Historical Society and the Highland News Leader newspaper. |
October 15, 2016 |
December 7, 2016 |
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Glen Carbon Men's Baseball Team |
Glen Carbon Men's Baseball Team: Back Row From Left to Right: 1. Herman Hennings Pitcher, 2. Alex Marshall, 3. Arch Evan 3B, 4. Charles L. Henry Manager, 5. John Schuller Left Field, 6. Frank Kribicek Center Field, 7. William Liebe 1B. Bottom Row from Left to Right: 1. Eldon Miller Right Field, 2. Joe Veno Captain, 3. Pete Wickman Catcher, 4. Ray Miller Short Stop. |
Donated October 1988 |
December 8, 2016 |
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1934 Glen Carbon Southwest Illinois Intercity League Baseball Champions |
1934 Glen Carbon Southwest Illinois Intercity League Baseball Champions. Back Row From Left to Right: Ott (Fat) Pelligrini, Ray (Kubi) Kubicek Outfield, Charles (Motch) Biarkis Infield, Ed (Sticky) Meyer the Manager, Charlie Wieduwilt Groundskeeper, Hank Leibig Pitching Coach. Middle Row From Left to Right: William (Mop) Henry Outfield, William (Huck) Haywood Outfield, William (Hoot) Burgdorf Scorekeeper, Charles (Smitty) Schmit Infield, Frank (Hank) Unger Infield, Lou (Stucco) Perry Infield. Front Row From Left to Right: Al (Lefty Sedlacek Pitcher, Tony (Tonda) Unger Catcher, and James (Chick) Cominsay Pitcher. |
1934 |
December 8, 2016 |
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Percy Heuer Oral History Interview |
In this oral history, Percy Heuer describes his life in Dorsey as a farmer and worker for the Illinois Department of Transportation. He discusses many experiences in Dorsey from the early 20th century to the 1980s. He also discusses some family history. |
August 23, 1988 |
April 25, 2017 |
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Autographed photo of George Musso |
This autographed photograph is of George Musso in his Chicago Bears uniform number 16. |
Unknown |
September 15, 2017 |
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George Musso holding Helms Hall, Hall of Fame Award |
This photograph features George Musso holding his Helms Hall Hall of Fame Award while sitting at a desk. |
Unknown |
September 15, 2017 |
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George Musso with his portrait painted by William Dabes |
This photograph is of George Musso pointing at his portrait painted by William Dabes while sitting at a desk. |
Unknown |
September 16, 2017 |
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George Musso and Jack Buck |
This photograph is of George Musso and Jack Buck sitting together at a dining table. |
Unknown |
September 16, 2017 |
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Three Pro Football Hall of Famers |
This photograph is of three Pro Football Hall of Famers. L to R: Red Grange, name unknown, George Musso. |
Unknown |
September 16, 2017 |
