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Burton Cherry ephemera collection

 Collection
Identifier: Case Wing folio-ZC 1-183
Abstract

Materials designed and collected by Chicago designer and typographer Burton Cherry, between approximately 1929 and approximately 1962. The collection includes correspondence to and from Cherry, items he designed or which were produced under his supervision, items possibly designed by Cherry, articles containing information about his work, and ephemera he collected.

Dates: approximately 1929-approximately 1962

David C. Meyer collection of letterheads and stationery

 Collection
Identifier: Case Wing-NC1002-L47 D38
Abstract

Collection of letterheads and stationery from David C. Meyer, owner of Meyerbooks and its imprint David Meyer Magic Books. Collection consists of single sheet letterheads, envelopes, stationery packets, and advertising materials originally issued by hotels, businesses, organizations, and performers.

Dates: 1861? to approximately 2013; Majority of material found within 1915 - 2000

John M. Wing Foundation printing ephemera collection

 Collection
Identifier: Wing-Ephemera-File
Abstract

Printed ephemera from a variety of companies, organizations, and individuals, mostly concerned with printing, publishing, graphic design, and related book arts. Geographic coverage includes North America, Great Britain, Europe and East Asia.

Dates: approximately 1750-ongoing; Majority of material found within 1900-1999

Letterhead and stationery collection

 Collection
Identifier: Case Wing folio-NC1002-.L47-L48
Abstract

This is a growing collection of letterheads, envelopes, and stationery sheets. Geographic coverage includes the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. The bulk of materials come from Illinois, particularly the Chicago region. Most items were issued between approximately 1900 and approximately 1925.

Dates: approximately 1900-ongoing; Majority of material found within 1910 - 1925

Willens & Company business and advertising specimens

 Collection
Identifier: Wing-Modern-MS-Willens & Co.
Abstract Collection of business forms and cards, advertisements, and other commercial printing specimens created by Chicago printing firm Willens & Company. Also included in the collection are brochures, catalogs, and other text describing the products and services of the company and current rates. The specimens were originally compiled in a three-ring binder for a sales representative to demonstrate the company's line of "standardized advertising and printed necessities and to take orders for...
Dates: 1939

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Chicago (Ill.) 2
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Labels (identifying artifacts) 2
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Advertisements -- Illinois -- Chicago -- 1901-1950 1
Advertisements -- Illinois -- Chicago -- 1951-2000 1
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Advertising -- Airlines 1
Advertising -- Cold storage 1
Advertising -- Lamps 1
Advertising -- Libraries 1
Advertising -- Lubricating oils 1
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Advertising -- Soap 1
Advertising cards 1
Advertising layout and typography 1
Alternative publications 1
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Announcements -- Illinois -- Chicago -- 1901-1950 1
Announcements -- Illinois -- Chicago -- 1951-2000 1
Annual reports 1
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Annual reports -- Illinois -- Chicago -- 1951-2000 1
Artists' books 1
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Carriage industry 1
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Chicago (Ill.) -- History -- Sources 1
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Ephemera -- Illinois -- Chicago -- 1901-1950 1
Ephemera -- Illinois -- Chicago -- 1951-2000 1
Exhibition catalogs 1
Exhibition catalogs -- Illinois -- Chicago -- 1901-1950 1
Exhibition catalogs -- Illinois -- Chicago -- 1951-2000 1
Fraternal organizations 1
Gift books -- Illinois -- Chicago -- 1901-1950 1
Gift books -- Illinois -- Chicago -- 1951-2000 1
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Greeting cards -- Illinois -- Chicago -- 1901-1950 1
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