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Alonzo Gray

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Photograph of Alonzo Gray. He came to Decatur in 1878 from New York, and was employed by Wabash Railroad until 1910. At that time, he went to work for the Illinois Traction System. He was an expert on interior car-work, and a cabinet maker by…

Alta Fisher

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This is the glass negative of Alta Fisher. The photo was taken by Charles Wasson of Wasson Studios in Decatur, IL in the early 1900s.

Alta Irwin - Millikin University

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These are the glass negatives of Alta Irwin, a Millikin University student. The photos were taken by Charles Wasson of Wasson Studios in Decatur, IL in the early 1900s.

Alvinah Bectal

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Photograph of Alvinah Bectal standing on stairs outside of a building.

Ambrose and Hodge Riding in the GAR 50th Anniversary Parade

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Negative of Thomas S. Ambrose and William N. Hodge riding in a car during the GAR 50th anniversary parade in 1937.

American Jewish Relief sign

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Photo of a billboard sign for the American Jewish Relief Campaign. Sign says: "Life for those in the shadow of death" American Jewish Relief Campaign. Share. Macon County $28,650.00.

Amherst Hardy's Oral History

This is the oral history of Amherst Hardy. He was interviewed by Robert Williams on February 28, 1990. The interview includes his early life, working for the Herald and Review, and his experience during World War II.

Amy LaBaue

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This is the glass negative of Amy LaBaue. The photo was taken by Charles Wasson of Wasson Studios in Decatur, IL in the early 1900s.

Andrew J. Dunston

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Photograph of Andrew J. Dunston (b. 4/9/1852, d. 1933). He was a blacksmith and horseshoer for over 60 years. Dunston built a building at 136 S. Franklin in 1892 that was eventually bought by Lubin A. Freeland for a machine shop. He was the father…