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Photograph of Jay Hoffman with LaWanda Hannig and Louis Hannig, 2004
In 2004, Jay Hoffman was re-elected as State Representative (he served from 1991 to 2011). He represents the 113th District in the Illinois House of Representatives since 2013.
Also on the picture are Louis Hannig and his wife LaWanda, the…
Also on the picture are Louis Hannig and his wife LaWanda, the…
Political Poster for John Castle Running in Illinois Comptroller Election of 1978
This is a political poster from the 1978 election for state comptroller. It belongs to John Castle who ran as Republican nominee that year and appears to be the incumbent. Castle lived in Dekalb, and he was chairman of the Sandwich State Bank. He…
Campaign Promotional Christmas Ornament from Springfield, Illinois Mayoral Election
This is a clear christmas tree ornament with the words "Ossie Mayor" printed in cursive. Not much else is known about which election for Mayor of Springfield it was for. Certainly, it was used as a give away type promotional item. Ossie Langfelder…
Seven Campaign Thimbles
Seven thimbles featuring the names of Geo M. Vanderhill; MB Overtaker; Lester E. Collins; Howarth Greenning; and William D. Conway all of whom ran for political office in local elections in Springfield, IL. These individuals evidently ran for County…
Jim Langfelder City Treasurer Shirt
Jim Langfelder served Springfield as the Democratic city treasurer in 2003.
Jim Langfelder Mayoral Campaign Shirt
Jim Langfelder ran as the Democratic nominee for Springfield mayor in 2015. He defeated Republican Paul Palazzolo. Jim Langfelder follows in the footsteps of his father, Ossie Langfelder, who served as mayor of Springfield from 1987-1995.
Car Stickers for Langfelder Campaigns
Langfelder Family members have campaigned successfully in Springfield including Josh Langfelder for County Recorder, Jim Langfelder for Mayor in 2015, and Jimmy O. Langfelder for City Treasurer.
Flyer for Doris Turner Election to Alderman for Ward 3
This 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 card while prominent community members offer their endorsements on the reverse side.
Election Night Fever Campaign Cartoon
A satirical cartoon mocking the campaign of Gary A. Tumulty for Sangamon County Clerk as well has his previous campaigns. Tumulty is depicted as the main character in "Saturday Night Fever," a popular movie at the time but the title has been changed…