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Richard J. Daley collection

The Richard J. Daley Collection documents the public offices, political career, and personal life of Daley and contains documents, publications, ephemera, memorabilia, artifacts, and photographs dating from 1870-2010. The bulk of the collection dates from Richard J. Daley’s six terms as mayor of the city of Chicago, and as Chairman of the Cook County Democratic Central Committee.
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36th Ward Regular Democratic Organization float in parade
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The 36th Ward Regular Democratic Organization float passing in front of the Morrison Hotel in a 1956 parade supporting Democratic party candidates.
Date:
November 3, 1956
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


40th Ward Democratic Organization headquarters
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The exterior of the 40th Ward Regular Democratic Organization headquarters with "L.B.J. and O.K." campaign signage displayed. Posters with pictures of President Lyndon B. Johnson, Senator Hubert Humphrey, Governor Otto Kerner, and an unidentified politician are prominently displayed on the storefront office.
Date:
1964
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


40th Ward Democratic Organization headquarters
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The exterior of the 40th Ward Regular Democratic Organization headquarters with "L.B.J. and O.K." campaign signage displayed. Posters with pictures of President Lyndon B. Johnson, Senator Hubert Humphrey, Governor Otto Kerner, and an unidentified politician are prominently displayed on the storefront office.
Date:
1964
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


40th Ward Democratic Organization office with campaign sign
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View of the storefront office of the 40th Ward Democratic Organization. A campaign re-election sign installed on the upper part of the building's exterior reads, in part "Re-Elect Richard J, Daley Mayor".
Date:
circa 1950s
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


40th Ward Democratic Party campaign office
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Exterior view of the 40th Ward Regular Democratic Organization campaign office at 2533 W. Peterson Avenue, with large signs endorsing Michael J. Howlett for Governor.
Date:
1976
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


40th Ward Regular Democratic Organization Headquarters
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View of the exterior of the 40th Ward Regular Democratic Organization Headquarters. The sign above the window reads "Help the 40th Ward Score 26,000 Votes Or More for L.B.J. and O.K."
Date:
1964
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


40th Ward Regular Democratic Organization Headquarters
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View of the exterior of the 40th Ward Regular Democratic Organization Headquarters, with signs reading "Retain Richard J. Daley Mayor of Chicago" and "Elect Nathan J. Kaplan Alderman 40th Ward".
Date:
1963
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


40th Ward Regular Democratic Organization Headquarters
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View of the exterior of the 40th Ward Regular Democratic Organization Headquarters. The sign at top reads "Seasons Greetings To All Our Friends". The large sign in the storefront window reads "Retain Richard J. Daley Mayor of Chicago".
Date:
1963
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


47th Ward Democratic Organization float in parade
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The 47th Ward Democratic Organization float in a 1956 parade supporting Democratic party candidates.
Date:
November 3, 1956
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


47th Ward parade in Andersonville, Richard J. Daley and others
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Michael Danaher, Sid Olsen, Mayor Richard J. Daley, and Edward Hanrahan ride in an open car during the 47th Ward parade in Andersonville.
Date:
circa 1960s
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


7th Ward Democratic Party campaign office
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Robert S. Wilinski (right) and an unidentified man sitting inside the 7th Ward Democratic Party campaign office next to a sign endorsing Howlett for governor.
Date:
1975
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


7th Ward Democratic Party campaign office
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Exterior of the 7th Ward Democratic Party campaign office with campaign signs for Michael J. Howlett, Richard J. Daley and Robert S. Wilinski displayed.
Date:
1975
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


7th Ward Democratic Party campaign office
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Robert S. Wilinski sitting at a desk talking on the phone inside the 7th Ward Democratic campaign office.
Date:
1976
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


7th Ward Democratic Party campaign office
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Robert S. Wilinski (sitting) with a group of unidentified men outside the 7th Ward Democratic Party campaign office, under a sign endorsing Howlett for governor.
Date:
1975
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


7th Ward Democratic Party campaign office
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Robert S. Wilinski (second from left) and three unidentified men sitting inside the 7th Ward Democratic Party campaign office. A sign endorsing Howlett for governor is visible.
Date:
1975
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


7th Ward Democratic Party campaign office
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Exterior of the 7th Ward Democratic Party campaign office with campaign signs displayed.
Date:
1975
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


7th Ward Democratic Party campaign office
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Robert S. Wilinski leaning on a car next to campaign signs displayed at the 7th Ward Democratic Party campaign office.
Date:
1975
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


7th Ward Democratic Party campaign office
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A group of men standing with Robert S. Wilinski (second from left) under campaign signs displayed outside the 7th Ward Democratic Party campaign office.
Date:
1975
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


7th Ward Democratic Party campaign office
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Rear of the 7th Ward Democratic Party campaign office with campaign signs for Wilinski and Howlett displayed.
Date:
1975
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


7th Ward Democratic Party campaign office
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Exterior of the 7th Ward Democratic Party campaign office with campaign signs displayed.
Date:
1975
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


9 Miles - Courtesy of City of Chicago banner at City Hall
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A banner with an image of the moon and the text "9 Miles - Courtesy of City of Chicago", is displayed in the lobby of City Hall, flanked by Chicago Police and military officers during an event.
Date:
circa 1960s
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


A family in Ireland
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Members of a family in Ireland pose for a picture: Johnny, Minnie, Nick, wife, son, and niece Mary. This photo was taken during Mayor Richard J. Daley's trip to Ireland.
Date:
circa 1964
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Abandoned apartment building
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Abandoned apartment building at an intersection [148 N. Cicero Avenue, 4806 W. Western, looking northwest].
Date:
1975
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Abraham Lincoln
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Close view of sculpted head of Abraham Lincoln.
Date:
1960s
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Abraham Lincoln Marovitz and Eleanor Daley
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Judge Abraham Lincoln Marovitz and Eleanor "Sis" Daley.
Date:
circa 1970s
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Abraham Lincoln Marovitz swears in Richard J. Daley
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Judge Abraham Lincoln Marovitz swears in Mayor Richard J. Daley.
Date:
circa 1955-1967
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Abraham Lincoln Marovitz swears in Richard J. Daley at his sixth mayoral inauguration
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Judge Abraham Lincoln Marovitz swears in Mayor Richard J. Daley for his sixth term as mayor in City Council chambers.
Date:
1975
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Abraham Lincoln Marovitz with Eleanor and Richard M. Daley
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Judge Abraham Lincoln Marovitz, Eleanor "Sis" Daley, and Mayor Richard M. Daley at the dedication of the Abraham Lincoln Marovitz Court.
Date:
1995
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Abraham Marovitz, Richard J. Daley, and William Lynch
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Abraham Marovitz shaking hands with Richard J. Daley, with William Lynch observing.
Date:
January 17, 1949
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Actor Danny Thomas and Richard J. Daley
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Actor Danny Thomas talking with Mayor Richard J. Daley at a dining event. Colonel Jacob Arvey is seated at the left.
Date:
circa 1950s
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Actor Danny Thomas talking with Richard J. Daley
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Actor Danny Thomas talking with Mayor Richard J. Daley. Colonel Jacob Arvey is seated at the left.
Date:
circa 1960s
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Adlai Stevenson II
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Portrait of Adlai Stevenson II wearing a dark suit and patterned tie.
Date:
August 1, 1949
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Adlai Stevenson II and Richard J. Daley
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Adlai Stevenson II with his arm around Richard J. Daley. Stevenson wears a Daley button on his lapel.
Date:
circa 1950s
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Adlai Stevenson II and Richard J. Daley in Democratic party campaign parade
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An open top car with a standing Adlai Stevenson II and Richard J. Daley moves along the route of a parade held in support of Democratic candidates. Neon signs for Wimpy's restaurant and Borden's milk can be seen behind the car.
Date:
November 3, 1956
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Adlai Stevenson II at the Democratic National Convention
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Adlai Stevenson II waves to the crowd from a podium at the Democratic National Convention. Richard J. Daley stands beside him to the right.
Date:
1956
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Adlai Stevenson II dining with fellow Democrats
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Group of men at a banquet table including Al Horan (top left), Paul Powell (top, 2nd from right), Benjamin Adamowski (top right), Jacob Arvey (bottom row, second from left), Adlai Stevenson II (bottom center), and Richard J. Daley (bottom, second from right).
Date:
circa 1940s
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Adlai Stevenson II for President rally at Chicago Stadium
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A view of the crowd at the Adlai Stevenson II for President rally at Chicago Stadium. Stevenson is standing at the podium on stage.
Date:
November 3, 1956
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Adlai Stevenson II for President rally at Chicago Stadium
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A view of the crowd at the Adlai Stevenson II for President rally at Chicago Stadium. Stevenson is standing at the podium on stage.
Date:
November 3, 1956
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Adlai Stevenson II for President rally at Chicago Stadium
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Adlai Stevenson standing at a podium at a Democratic campaign rally for Stevenson.
Date:
November 3, 1956
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Adlai Stevenson II for President rally at Chicago Stadium
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A smiling Adlai Stevenson standing at a podium at a Democratic campaign rally for Stevenson.
Date:
November 3, 1956
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Adlai Stevenson II for President rally at Chicago Stadium
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A smiling Adlai Stevenson standing at a podium at a Democratic campaign rally for Stevenson.
Date:
November 3, 1956
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Adlai Stevenson II in Democratic party campaign parade
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Adlai Stevenson II smiles from an open top car moving along the parade route, in a parade held in support of Democratic candidates.
Date:
November 3, 1956
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Adlai Stevenson II in Democratic party campaign parade
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Adlai Stevenson reaches out of an open top car to shake hands with an African American man, at a parade held in support of Democratic candidates.
Date:
November 3, 1956
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Adlai Stevenson II in Democratic party campaign parade
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Adlai Stevenson shakes hands from an open top car moving along the parade route, in a parade held in support of Democratic candidates. Richard J. Daley and others are perched along the back seat of the car.
Date:
November 3, 1956
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Adlai Stevenson II speaks at the installation of Cook County officials
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Adlai Stevenson II speaks at a WCFL microphone during the installation of Cook County officials. Richard J. Daley stands near him, listening.
Date:
December 1950
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Adlai Stevenson II standing at a podium
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Adlai Stevenson II stands at a podium at a Palmer House event. Political commentator Len O'Connor stands to his right.
Date:
circa 1960s
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Adlai Stevenson II waving from a rail car
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The Adlai Stevenson Special: Adlai Stevenson II stands on the back platform of a train with Joseph Gill, Mayor Martin Kennelly, Jacob Arvey, and an unidentified man.
Date:
circa 1940s
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Adlai Stevenson II, Mrs. Edward Barrett, Richard J. Daley, Edward Barrett
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Adlai Stevenson II, Mrs. Edward Barrett, Richard J. Daley, and Edward Barrett posing together at a formal dinner event.
Date:
September 28, 1953
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Adlai Stevenson III applauded after a speech
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Adlai Stevenson III at a podium, being applauded by his wife Nancy and Mayor Richard J. Daley.
Date:
circa 1970s
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access


Adlai Stevenson III applauded after a speech
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Adlai Stevenson III at a podium on a stage, being applauded by a group including his wife Nancy and Mayor Richard J. Daley (at left of podium).
Date:
circa 1970s
Collection:
Richard J. Daley collection
Access:
Public access