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1. William Alexander Papers - 023

   William Alexander personal papers, 1945-1953. William Alexander was born near Thomson, Carroll County, IL on November 16, 1902. He graduated from Knox College and the University of Chicago Law School; and admitted to practice in Illinois in 1930. He and his wife Jane Ashcraft lived for many years at 1025 Mohawk Rd. in Wilmette. They had seven children, two girls and five boys. Mrs. Alexander died Aug. 6, 1987. Mr. Alexander was a part...

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2. Wilmette / Kenilworth Chamber of Commerce - 066

   The Wilmette / Kenilworth Chamber of Commerce was founded in 1925 as the Wilmette Chamber of Commerce. It is a member organization that represents and promotes local member businesses and non-profits.

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3. Wilmette Baseball Association - 025

   Wilmette Baseball Association records, 1941-1981. The records of the Wilmette Baseball Association include incorporation papers, team photos, documents related to building Roemer Park, minutes of the association, and publicity records (mostly newspaper clippings) documenting association activities. The idea of forming a Little League in Wilmette was the brainchild of John L. Bordes, a resident of Wilmette and former professional ball player. ...

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4. Wilmette Bicentennial Commission - 001

   Papers of the Wilmette Bicentennial Commission. The Wilmette Bicentennial Commission was created by Village Ordinance 74-0-13, and began meeting in June, 1974, on a regular basis to plan for Wilmette's celebration of the Bicentennial. Olene Sailor was appointed Chairman, with the following members: Vice-Chairman, Sam Pfeffer; Secretary, Betty Fox; Treasurer, Kay Schultz; Heritage, John Ryan; Festival, Toots Sack; Horizons, Ann Brackett; C...

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5. Wilmette Boy Scouts, Troops 1 & 2 - 005

   Records of the Wilmette Boy Scouts, Troops 1 and 2, 1910-1971. The history of Troop 1 began on a summer night in 1910 in the backyard of Alonzo J. Coburn at 400 Eighth St. He with Arthur L. Rice, Reverend Roy E. Bowers, then minister of the First Congregational Church in Wilmette, and Dr. Lucius O. Baird, western superintendent of the American Missionary Association, were roasting wieners over an open fire and discussing boys and the best way...

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6. Wilmette Centennial Commission - 002

   Papers of the Wilmette Centennial Commission. The Wilmette Centennial Commission was formed early in 1970 to plan suitable events to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the incorporation of the village of Wilmette: Sept. 19, 1872 is the date generally agreed upon for the incorporation. The membership of the commission varied during the two years. When first appointed by the then president of Wilmette, James Schwietert, the Commission had 1...

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7. Wilmette Coalition to Ban Handguns - 046

   Papers of the Wilmette Coalition to Ban Handguns, 1973-1989. The Wilmette Coalition to Ban Handguns accumulated these papers during their fight to ban handguns in Wilmette between 1988 and 1989, which resulted in a ban instituted in 1989. The collection encompasses documents relating to the Wilmette debate itself (including internal Coalition douments and newspaper articles) and documents collected by the Coalition in support of their proposed...

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8. Wilmette Community Concert Association - 019

   Wilmette Community Concert Association records, 1947-1985. The collection contains correspondence, minutes, constitution, and other materials. The Wilmette Community Concert Association began its first campaign in September, 1947 [Wilmette Life, Sept., 11, 1947] to offer programs of classical music and dance by professional performers. The Association was officially incorporated in August, 1948. The first campaign was very successful, bei...

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9. Wilmette Council of Civilian Defense - 012

   Wilmette Council of Civilian Defense Records, 1941-1959. Upon the outbreak of World War II, following recommendations from the US Government, this organization was established by Village ordinance, December 16, 1941 and operated as an emergency branch of the village government. David C. Leach was appointed General Chairman by the Village President, Harry C. Kinne. All staff were volunteers. Funds for its operation were first raised by volun...

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10. Wilmette Council of Garden Clubs and Addenda - 021

    Wilmette Council of Garden Clubs records, 1960-1999. The collection contains minutes, correspondence, and promotional materials like the Garden and Kitchen Walk guides, among other materials. The Wilmette Council of Garden Clubs has been in existence since 1960 and was formed to improve cooperation among the Wilmette Garden Clubs. The Council is made up of four local Garden clubs: Forty Acres Bird and Garden Club; Green Thumb Gardeners; Little...

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11. Wilmette Fourth of July Committee - 035

    Records of the Wilmette Fourth of July Committee, 1970-1976. The Wilmette Fourth of July Committee was founded in 1970 and held their first 4th of July celebration in 1970. The Committee was founded by Wilmette resident, Edmund Barys (1923-2017). Mr. Barys headed the Committee for many years. The Committee planned the fireworks show and all of the 4th of July community-wide events held at the lakefront.

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12. Wilmette Garden Club - 020

    Wilmette Garden Club records, 1922-1985. The collection contains minutes, scrapbooks, and membership records, among other materials. In July 1922, seven women dedicated to nature and gardening formed the Little Garden Club, later to be called the Wilmette Garden Club. The object of the group was to help in amateur gardening and assist in the protection of native trees, plants and birds. The original membership was limited to twelve but eve...

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13. Wilmette Historical Commission - 003

    Papers of the Wilmette Historical Commission. The Wilmette Historical Commission grew from an earlier social group, "Ye Olde Towne Folkes." Mr. Horace Holley was a leading figure in getting the Trustees of the Village of Wilmette to create a more formal organization. A resolution forming the Wilmette Historical Commission was passed Sept. 21, 1948. The Commission, as created in 1948, had 7 members, appointed by the Village President for 1...

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14. Wilmette Human Relations Committee - 033

    Records of the Wilmette Human Relations Committee, 1955-1974. The Wilmette Human Relations Committee, established in 1963, was focused on social issues such as fair housing and other issues of discrimination in Wilmette and the North Shore. These records appear to be comprehensive of the group's scope and activities. They are divided into the following sub-categories: History, Incorporation, Minutes, Committees, Correspondence, Projects, Publ...

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15. Wilmette Jr. High School - 061

    Wilmette Jr. High School Records, 1960-2018 This collection contains the records of Wilmette Jr. High School, formerly known by several different names, including Howard Jr. High School, Locust Jr. High School, and for a few years as Wilmette Jr. High School - Locust. The Junior High is part of School District 39. The collection is largely comprised of yearbooks.

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16. Wilmette Lutheran Church - 052

    Records of the Wilmette Lutheran Church, 1900-2009. This collection contains materials spanning all areas of church activiy and includes correspondence, histories, publicity materials, Sunday Bulletins, and other materials. The Wilmette Lutheran Church was founded on April 17, 1921 as the Wilmette English Evangelical Lutheran Church. Before the church had its own building, the members met at the Woman's Club of Wilmette. In 1929, a new chur...

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17. Wilmette Masons - 068

    Records of the Wilmette Masons, 1908-2004. The archive covers the history of several masonry organizations in Wilmette. The first Masonic organization was the Wilmette Masonic Club, formed in January 1908. The club first met at Charles A. Coxe's house and later met at the Jones building in downtown Wilmette. The goal of the club was to secure a dispensation as a lodge from the Grand lodge. On October 28, 1910, Wilmette was granted a disp...

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18. Wilmette Multiple Listing Files - 006

    Wilmette Multiple-listing Files from Pearson & Co. Realtors. Mr. J. Allan Pearson, founder of Pearson & Co. was the developer (or one of) of the multiple-listing system. This system was developed in 1941. Mr. Pearson retired in January, 1979 and moved to North Carolina. He previously lived at 150 Winnetka Ave., Kenilworth. Mr. Pearson donated the files from each village on the North Shore to its respective historical society.

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19. Wilmette Planning Board / Plan Commission - 022

    Wilmette Planning Board/Commission records, 1922-2001. The collection includes materials such as: history, annual reports, and comprehensive plans. In 1946, the Wilmette Planning Board was organized at the suggestion of Village President William Alexander. Representatives from the Village Board, the School, Park, Playground and Recreation and Library Boards and a member-at-large from the residents of Wilmette who were not on any of these boar...

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20. Wilmette Political Parties - 036

    Records of Wilmette Political Parties, 1949-1975. The collection contains minutes, correspondence, Harmony Convention rules and other materials. Folders 1-6 contain Harmony Party records. The 1969 village elections results were contested. Folders 7-13 contain United Party records. The United Party (its original name) was also called the Unified Wilmette Party and the United Wilmette Citizens. Folder 14 contains Village Party records.

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