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Grant B. Schmalgemeier Century of Progress postcard collection

 Collection
Identifier: Midwest-MS-Schmalgemeier

Identification Note

Postcards in this collection include the prefix "COP" before the item number.

Dates

  • Creation: 1933-1934

Creator

Language

Materials are in English.

Conditions Governing Access

This material is unprocessed and is available by appointment only. Please contact reference@newberry.org at least 5 business days in advance to request an appointment.

Extent

2.9 Linear Feet (3,000 postcards in 5 boxes)

Abstract

This collection was a gift from Chicago postcard collector, Grant B. Schmalgemeier. It consists of 3,000 postcards of the 1933-34 Chicago World's Fair. The collection provides a comprehensive look at the fair, and includes postcards of the rides and attractions.

Stack Location

2 39 4

Provenance

Donated by the Lake County Forest Preserve District as part of the Curt Teich Postcard Archives Collection at the Newberry Library.

Title
Grant B. Schmalgemeier Century of Progress postcard collection, 1933-1934
Status
Unprocessed
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the The Newberry Library - Modern Manuscripts and Archives Repository

Contact:
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Chicago Illinois 60610 United States
312-255-3512