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William Roba Collection of Historical Documents
Collection
Identifier: 2020-36-Open
Scope and Contents
This collection contains a series of materials donated over time. The collection organization is based on individual donations. Contemporary Club "Immortals Beyond" Collection is a compilation by Dr. William Roba of biographical materials pertaining to members of the local Contemporary Club that are deceased. The nickname (of sorts) for Club members is “The Immortals”. Donated as accession 2017-08.Horoney/Russell Research Collection consists of correspondence...
Dates:
1886-2022
William V. Mullen Collection
Collection
Identifier: 2021-06
Scope and Contents
This is a collection of personal papers, photographs and mementos. Paper placemats from the World War II era picturing "War Theatres" from the Golden Lion Grille at 210 Harrison are included as well as birth and death certificates, military documents, pencil drawings and various certificates of recognition including one from the Scott County Farewell Committee.A highlight is a Fromader studio panoramic black and white print of Class 9A from Frank. L. Smart...
Dates:
1900-1971
William Young Collection
Collection
Identifier: 2023-26
Scope and Contents
I: Baseball
This series contains baseball caps, photographs, tournament programs, rules and regulations for Little League and Pony League teams in Davenport, Iowa that were coached by William Young.
II: Progressive Baptist Church
This series contains CDs with sermons given at Progressive Baptist Church from 2006-2017. The bulk of sermons were given by Pastor Stanley Moore, with the most from 2007 and 2011. A book by Moore titled "Can God Trust You with Trouble?" is also part of the...
Dates:
1970-2017
Williamson Historical Documents Collection
Collection
Identifier: 2023-03
Scope and Contents
This is a varied collection curated by a collector. Items have to do with the Upper Mississippi Valley region, the bulk pertaining to Davenport, Iowa. Unusual items in the collection are Upper Mississippi River Refuge Trap Tags and Key 1940-2000, envelopes from the first flight of U.S. Air Mail Routes 107 (including Davenport) and 98, and early jazz audio recordings on vinyl featuring Bix Beiderbecke.Postcards:
Separated - see PC Collection To access...
Dates:
1866-2000
Willie Otto and Magnus Johnson Papers
Collection
Identifier: X-06
Scope and Contents
Eight sheets of correspondence to Magnus Johnson of Bishop Hill, IL which appear to be receipts dated 1854-1868. Several mention collars, two are from saddlery hardware, leather stores all in Illinois.Additionally, one mimeographed letter addressed to Willie L. Atto [sic]] of Cambridge IL and four duplicate 2.5 x 6" prints of vehicle with tag line "Has stood the test of the Cold Northwest" across the side panel. Prints in brown envelope labeled "Willis Otto" with return address...
Dates:
1864-1868; 1919
Wingate/Brooks/Lage/Berrigan family images; diary
Collection
Identifier: 2011-23
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of family photographic prints, nearly all identified and a 1923-1926 diary of Florence Berrigan Wingate.
Dates:
1923-1926
Wolfe & related families
Collection
Identifier: 2014-14
Scope and Contents
This collection contains images, genealogical binders, documents, scrapbook pertaining to Wolfe, Corson,Beck, Hecht, Diehn, Hendrickson, Lamp, Banks, Goettsch, Struck families. 2016-08-12 additional photographs, correspondence donated - identified with surnames: Beck, Struck, Lamp, Banks, Wolfe from Clinton and Scott Counties ca 1890's-1940's
Dates:
1890s-1940s
Women's Auxiliary to United Federation of Postal Clerks, Local #91 Collection
Collection
Identifier: 2024-43
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of three scrapbooks documenting the activities of the Women's Auxiliary to United Federation of Postal Clerks, Local #91 organization. The scrapbooks were created by Virginia Vande Wiele and other members of the group. The latter two scrapbooks won first prize within the state organization. The scrapbooks include programs and details of the the annual state convention, picnics, and other events held by the group as well as membership information about...
Dates:
1959-1964
Womochil/Edwards family papers
Collection
Identifier: 2003-01
Scope and Contents
This collection contains photographs, genealogical/family correspondence, pedigree charts, and supporting records 1893-1992.
Dates:
1893-1992
Wonio collection
Collection
Identifier: 2019-60
Scope and Contents
"Uncommon Sense" is a newsletter created by Davenport physician Dr. George Morrissey, family doctor for the donor's family. He provided this document to his patients for their use with the general theme of reassurance in medical matters. Per the December 1964 issue nearly 10,000 copies were distributed in three years.Betty Caughlin was a relative of the donor and a long time employee of the Davenport Public Library. She wrote the "History of the Davenport Public Library" in...
Dates:
1882-1964