Series IV: Scrapbook and clippings, circa 1891-1893, 1977
Scope and Contents
Researchers interested in the events leading up to the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition will find the scrapbook of note. The scrapbook contains newspaper clippings and images depicting the planning and construction of the fairgrounds. The bulk of the items within the scrapbook are in German with a few newspaper clippings published in English.
Dates
- Creation: circa 1891-1893
- Creation: 1977
Language of Materials
Bulk of materials in English; some printed material in German.
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open for research under the terms of the NIU Rare Books and Special Collections archivist. Artifacts in Series II & IV contain fragile material that requires supervised use; consult the repository for details.
Restrictions, where applicable, are noted at the item level.
Full Extent
From the Collection: 5.15 Linear Feet : (Includes printed materials, stereographs, scrapbook and other memorabilia).
Arrangement
Arranged chronologically with undated items at the end.
Repository Details
Part of the Northern Illinois University Repository
Founders Memorial Library
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb IL 60115 US
815-753-9392
rhcua@niu.edu
