Scope and Contents The Giorgi Papers are organized into three series: (1) constituent correspondence (1967-1981), (2) topical files (1965-1979), and (3) topical newsclipping files (1969-1975).  The topical files contain information Giorgi gathered from various sources and comprise the largest series.  Major subjects covered include the Board of Higher Education, energy, environmental protection, equal rights amendment, Governor Walker’s news releases, health care, law enforcement, the lottery, the mental...

Abstract

H. Alan Lipscomb became a Field Representative for the Northern Illinois University Swen Parson Library in August of 1968.  He collected research material pertaining to the Democratic National Convention of 1968 and acquired the passes and credentials which gave him access to all convention activities.

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The materials in the collection partially document Ray A. “Dutch” Scott’s 1974 campaign for Illinois State Senator. Included are correspondence, position papers, and projects describing Scott’s Democratic platform and his involvement in local community services prior to the 1974 campaign.  Also included are state and local legislative publications, reports, and memorandums dating 1967 to 1976.

Scope and Contents The Robert McGaw Papers document events in Rockford, Illinois from 1972-1981. Few of McGaw’s personal papers, financial records, campaign material, speeches, or position papers are included in the collection. It is a small collection divided into two series: Correspondence and Subject Files, and News Clippings. The Correspondence and Subject Files series consists of material dating 1972-1981. It is predominantly correspondence arranged by topic. Subjects covered include: Community...