Rock Island Elks circulars, 1950s
Scope and Contents
The local events subseries includes posters advertising plays, exhibits, presentations, festivals, and circus performances in the Quad Cities. Of note in this subseries is a number of printed, hand illustrated circulars sent to members of the Rock Island Elks Lodge. These circulars, primarily designed by a member named "Monte," contain cartoons, illustrations, and typewritten elements, and largely serve as announcements of upcoming events for lodge members.
Dates
- Other: 1950s
Conditions Governing Access
There are no restrictions on the use of this collection.
Extent
From the Collection: 71 Items (/ 46 oversize folders, 26 framed items, 2 rolled items, 1 oversize box)
Language of Materials
English
Repository Details
Part of the Augustana College Special Collections Repository
639 38th Street
Thomas Tredway Library
Rock Island Illinois 61201 United States
specialcollections@augustana.edu