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Stripe Clothing Co. Receipt - 1923
Receipt shows payment to F.F. Keeler for helping to move the contents of the Stripe Clothing Co. to the new location in Deadwood. The receipt is dated July 13, 1923.
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Rededication Ceremonies of Mount Roosevelt - July 4, 1968
Program for the rededication of Mount Roosevelt in 1968. Done to commemorate the designation of the monument as a historic landmark now under the care of the United States Forest Service, and no longer the responsibility of the Society of Black Hills Pioneers. Program contains photo of Theodore Roosevelt as well as a photo of the monument with General Leonard Wood and Seth Bullock from the original dedication of the monument.
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Letter and Report from Joseph P. Connolly to C.E. Dawson - 1930
Cover letter with an attached report on the nature of the ore in the Two Johns Property. C.E. Dawson was worried about the evidence of oxidized ores in the mine, and Joseph P. Connolly stood by his report. The Report is titled "The Nature and Occurrence of the Ore in the Lower Workings of the Two Johns Mine".
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Memory Guest Book for the Funeral of Bertha W. Dawson. - 1950
Memory Guest Book for the Funeral of Bertha W. Dawson. The guest book has lists for friends who called, sent telegrams, memorial gifts, cards, and flowers.
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Letter from Stanley Nelson to Mr. Collis - 1961
A letter to Mr. Collis from Stanley Nelson on July 11, 1961. Stanley wrote about his research that used his father-in-law C.E. Dawson's private papers about the Trojan Mining Company and sent a copy of the research manuscript with this letter.
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Letter from Bald Mountain Mining Company to Stanley Nelson - 1961
Letter from Bald Mountain Mining Company to Stanley Nelson on July 19, 1961. This is a return letter to one that was previously sent to Mr. Collis. Mr. Collis enjoyed reading Stanley's essay concerning the history of Bald Mountain Mining Company. It was signed by Edwin S. Beal, the president of the Bald Mountain Mining Company as stated in the letter, Mr. Collis was no longer handling his correspondence.
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"Official Rule Book, 1939 All American Soap Box Derby" - 1939
Rule book for the 1939 All-American Soap Box Derby. The book includes a message from the General Manager of the Chevrolet Motor Co., a message to parents of derby entrants, and several pages of rules regulations as to the cars that entrants could build. A list of 1938 city and local champions in the back of the book includes Kenneth Jordan from Lead and George Trotman from Rapid City.
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"Third Annual Soap Box Derby" - 1938
Trifold made of medium-weight card stock. Black lettering. Program for Homestake Band concert and highlights of race day activities in Lead, including a presentation of the 1936 champion, Jackie Dobson, and the 1937 champion, Clarence Miles. List of local prizes and national prizes. On the inside of the brochure is a grid for observers of the race to enter names of entrants, winners for the various heats. Entrants in Class A and Class B are ...
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"Valentine Greetings to my Sweetheart" - 1940s
Commercially-made valentine with envelope. The valentine has an illustration of a woman in a hoop skirt holding a bouquet, a man wearing a top hat stands behind her. Signed "Dr. Bill". This was a valentine to Mary from her 3rd husband, William Balmat.
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Business Card for Jim Dunn - 2000s
Business card with photograph of the Homestake Mine with text "Homestake Mining Company Public Affairs Department, James B. Dunn Director, P.O. Box 887, Lead, S.D. 57754, AC 605/584-1020-EXT. 211"
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Beta Sigma Phi Records - 1963-2006
This series contains several types of records from the Lead chapter of Beta Sigma Phi. The records were in the possession of Betty Dunn. Records include the following: letters from various charities requiring assistance, books and manuals on the rituals of the sorority, membership certificates, meeting minutes, issues of the Beta Sigma Phi publication "The Torch", letters from the national office, song books and brochures for Founder's Day Cel...
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Dakota's Desert Storm South Dakota National Guard - 1993
Dakota's Desert Storm is an authorized but unofficial publication from the South Dakota National Guard Public Affairs Office in 1993. 2011.003.224A is a letter from Major General Harold J. Sykora of the South Dakota National Guard. 2011.003.224B is the 80 page magazine that describes the involvement of the South Dakota National Guard in Operation Desert Storm.
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She was A Soldier's Sweetheart - 1915
Four page songbook for "She was a Soldier's Sweetheart" with words by Monroe H. Rosenfeld and music by Frank Church. The cover features an colorized photograph of a young woman wearing a feathered hat and illustrations of soldiers in the trenches.
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Letter to Nellie
This undated letter was written by Annie Gerard, a woman who arrived in Deadwood by stage in 1876. The reciepant is a Nellie Carr. In the letter, Annie describes her stop in Omaha where she attended noon Mass at a local cathedral. The rest of the letter describes Annie's expriences traveling by stagecoach.
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Sheet music for "My Sunny South Dakota" words and music by Marjorie Yates Price - 1961
Sheet music for "My Sunny South Dakota" words and music by Marjorie Yates Price, dedicated to Frances and Walter Green.
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1938 Goldenlode Yearbook - 1938
Lead High School Goldenlode yearbook for 1938, maroon in color.
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Postcard of Homestake Miners - 1910
Postcard with photograph of mine workers underground at the Homestake Mine in Lead. Reads "Flash Light Photographs of the Under Ground Workings of the Homestake, the Largest Gold Mine in the World" Lead, SD. "Miners at Lunch, 500ft. Under Ground" (sic). Copyrighted by W.B. Perkins, Jr. Reverse has stamp, one cent postage, 11 a.m. 1910, S. Dak. Addressed to Mrs. Dunn, Douglas, Wyo. Text message reads: "Why don't you ------ ------ once add to ...
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Lead-Deadwood High School All Schools Reunion 1995 - 1995
Collection of documents sent to or used by Dorthy Reed-Williams regarding the 1995 All School Reunion, held in Lead. The documents include correspondence regarding the event, memorabilia order forms, schedule of events, a poem, a commemorative booklet featuring the Class of 1945, a roster of all the Lead High School graduates from 1895, a special edition "Celebration" newspaper, and a commemorative book "A Century of Pride" featuring the history ...
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Pennington County Bank Brand and Mark Certificate - 1898
Certificate, numbered No. 594, Original, from the State of South Dakota stating "That in accordance with Chapter 90, Session Laws of 1897, Pennington Bank of Rapid City, County of Pennington, State of South Dakota, is hereby granted the exclusive right to use the following Brand and Mark within this State for the purpose of branding and marking live stock, to-wit: 20 on left side of cattle, on left shoulder of horses." Signed and witnessed on Feb...
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United Steelworkers of America 1995 Agreements - 1995
Two booklets with fuschia covers. One booklet contains the Agreement between Homestake Mining Company and the United Steelworkers of America and the other contains the pension agreement. Both agreements were finalized on June 4, 1995. The books belonged to Kathryn "Tuffie" Larsen.
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Supplement: Ordinances of the City of Deadwood, South Dakota, 1905-1910 - 1905-1910
Supplemental booklet for the Ordinances of the City of Deadwood, 1905-1910. Aldermen and officers of the city are listed in the people section.
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Black Hills State College Yellow Jackets Host Dakota State College Trojans - 1950s
Program for a football game held on October 24 at the Lyle Hare Memorial Stadium. The program contains the name, number, position, year and height and weight of players from both teams. The front of the program features an illustration of the Yellow Jacket Mascot and a man and women cheering in a stadium. The back of the program lists donors.
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Cemetery Burial and Account Book of Henry Robinson - 1888-1894
This record book is the second of four used by Henry Robinson and his son Charles H. Robinson to document burials in their roles as sexton and later superintendent of Mount Moriah Cemetery. This book was used by Henry Robinson. The first half of the record book records burials in Deadwood's Mount Moriah and St. Ambrose cemeteries from January 5, 1888 to April 1, 1894. These lists also include some notations of burials outside of Deadwood. Bur...
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Roster of Deadwood High School Graduates - 1886-1971
Roster of students who graduated from Deadwood High School between 1886 and 1971. The cover is orange and has a drawing of a bear looming over a hill.
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Thank You Note Owen Dahl to Peggy Cleveland - 1981
From page 17 of Scrapbook, 1981-1982 [2023.009.003]. To Ms. Peggy Cleveland, President, Employee Council, St. Joseph's Hospital, from Owen Dahl. Dahl was introduced by Cleveland and spoke at the hospital awards banquet (see May 19, 1981 clipping). He thanks and complements her on the evening. Typed letter on Health Care Associates, Rapid City letterhead.
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Appreciation of sympathy from Betty and Jerry Murray
From page 43 of Scrapbook, 1973-74, 1958 [2014.009.005] Card of appreciation for sympathy shown to a family member by Betty and Jerry Murray.
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Brief typed history of St. Joseph Hospital Deadwood
From page 18 and 19 of Scrapbook, 1973-74, 1958 [2014.009.005] A brief two page typed history of St. Joseph Hospital in Deadwood conducted by Benedictine Sisters. At the upper right corner of the document is the following inscription:" Sr. Anselma." The document is surrounded by several newspaper clippings. A hand-written notation written above the pages in the scrapbook indicates: The following articles and pictures are placed in this scr...
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Christmas card from Theresa
From page 23 of Scrapbook, 1973-74, 1958 [2014.009.005] Christmas greeting card signed by Theresa.
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Thank you card from Deann Frank
From page 23 of Scrapbook, 1973-74, 1958 [2014.009.005] Thank you card addressed to Nurses and Aides 2nd floor from Deann Frank.
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Thank you card from Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy Dye
From page 23 of Scrapbook, 1973-74, 1958 [2014.009.005] Thank you card from Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy Dye.
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Thank you card from Juanita James
From page 24 of Scrapbook, 1973-74, 1958 [2014.009.005] Thank you card from Mrs. Fred (Juanita) James for her employee of the month event.
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Thank you card from Lona Sperling - 1988
From page 4 of Scrapbook, 1988 [2023.009.008] Thank you card dated May, 1988 addressed to Stacey from the St. Joseph Nurses Alumnae signed by Lona R. Sperling, Pres.
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Thank you card from Louise Larkson
From page 4 of Scrapbook, 1988 [2023.009.008] Thank you card from Louise Larkson.
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Scrapbook, 1980-81-82 - 1979-1982
Scrapbook from the Lead-Deadwood Hospital dated between 1980 to 1982 that according to a bibliography contains the following contents: - Miscellaneous Photos - Obituaries - Birthdays at nursing home - Miscellaneous Thank you cards - Volunteer Day - Christmas party at nursing home - Volunteer Tea For more detailed description of the contents of the scrapbook see the Container List and Relations tabs. Many documents have apparent thu...
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Elizabeth M. Engelbritson Funeral Folder - 1980
From page 15 of Scrapbook, 1980-81-82 [2023.009.009] Small folder from Rosary and Christian Wake Services Thursday, January 3, 1980 at Fidler Funeral Chapel, Lead, South Dakota and Mass of the Christian Burial January 4, 1980 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Lead, for Elizabeth M. Engelbritson. Born June 18, 1884, Lead to Peter and Helen (Buchmann) Engelbritson, died December 31, 1979, Deadwood. Celebrant Rev. Raymond J. Diesch. Organist Mr...
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Mrs. Karl (Matilda "Tillie") Kero Funeral Folder - 1980
From page 15 of Scrapbook, 1980-81-82 [2023.009.009] Small folder from services on February 5, 1980, for Mrs. Karl (Matilda "Tillie") Kero. Born November 14, 1888, Yletornia, Finland, died January 31, 1980, Deadwood, South Dakota. Services at First Lutheran Church, Lead, with Officiant Rev. Jack H. Hill, Organist Mrs. Lois Tinker, Song "Siipeinsa Suojassa" by Mrs. Viola Burke, Mrs. Carol Hill, and Mrs. Ruth Kotti. Active Casketbearers Gilber...
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Mabel Malvina Mitchell Funeral Folder - 1978
From page 17 of Scrapbook, 1980-81-82 [2023.009.009] Small folder from services on October 19, 1978, for Mabel Malvina Mitchell. Born August 13, 1888, Elgin, Illinois, died October 17, 1978, Deadwood, South Dakota. Services at Wells-Ruth Funeral Home, Deadwood, with Officiant Rev. Cal Petersen. Organist Claramae Ruth, Soloist Wayne King. Casket Bearers Dave Chipman, Bob Foreman, Tony Martin, Bill Wyse, Monty Mitchell, and Bruce Mitchell. In...
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Thank you Letter from Esther Nelson - 1979
From page 19 of Scrapbook, 1980-81-82 [2023.009.009] Handwritten letter, ink on white paper, dated Nov 3rd - 79, from Lead, South Dakota. Initials J.M.J at top. Addressed to Dear One. Thanks recipient for note sent which was read to writer's class. Mentions visit of class to patients and positive experiences of the visit, including woman who sang when requested. Calls for God's Blessing on recipient. Signed Sincerely, Esther Nelson.
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Thank You Note from Georgia Sair 1981 - 1981
From page 33 of Scrapbook, 1980-81-82 [2023.009.009] Handwritten note, dated May 14, 1981, to Staff, thanking them for the rose and vase. Signed in friendship Georgia Sair or Sabin or Savin. Written on printed note card with gold Thank You on front.
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Thank you from Papka and Rajamaki for Aili's Birthday Party - 1978-1982
From page 34 of Scrapbook, 1980-81-82 [2023.009.009] Printed Thank you card, handwritten To All of You, Thanks so much for the lovely birthday party for Aili. The cake was beautiful and very delicious. I know Aili will remember it always. Thanks so much, Orval & Mary Papka, Mrs. Sophia Rajamaki. Blue and white front with Thank You Very Much. Inside has printed It was so nice of you on right, along with handwritten note.
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Thank You for Donuts from St. Joseph's Hospital Staff - 1978-1982
From page 35 of Scrapbook, 1980-81-82 [2023.009.009] Printed thank you card with handwritten The donuts were delicious!! St. Joseph's Hospital Staff in black ink on the inside. Front has picture of flowers with A Thank You To All of You. Inside has printed verse of thanks.
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Thank You Card from Phyllis Carter
From page 43 of Scrapbook, 1980-81-82 [2023.009.009] Printed thank you card. Cover has color image of female in purple hat mailing a letter, with To Thank You Just a little card I got... printed at top. Printed inside ...to help me tell you, "Thanks a Lot!". Handwritten beneath I really appreciate the pretty Rose & Vase so again "Thanks a Lot" Phyllis Carter.
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Christmas Card From Peggy, Kathy and Joe Saari
From page 59 of Scrapbook, 1980-81-82 [2023.009.009] Color image on front of musical angel in purple, with glitter. Inside has red printed verse You're in our thoughts so very much, As Christmas time draws near! God keep you in His tender care, And fill your life with cheer! Handwritten beneath in blue, Love to all of you from Peggy, Kathy, and Joe Saari.
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Business Card For Jerome Rush, Industrial Cleaning Service
From page 67 of Scrapbook, 1980-81-82 [2023.009.009] Power Master, Inc, Industrial Cleaning Service, Hydroblasting advertisement or folded business card. Has name and contact information for Jerome Rush. Handwritten on card is home address for Rush, 17675 S.W. Alexander, Aloha, Oregon 97006. Company address in Oregon.
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Forward Day By Day Gift Subscription From Episcopal Women of Christ Church
From page 68 of Scrapbook, 1980-81-82 [2023.009.009] Folded note with printed and typed message You will receive a one year renewal subscription to large print FORWARD DAY BY DAY This gift is being sent to you by Episcopal Women of Christ Church Beginning with Aug-Sept-Oct 1982. Front of note has blue and white FM logo.
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Gift Subscription For Reader's Digest From Twin Cities Lions Club
From page 68 of Scrapbook, 1980-81-82 [2023.009.009] White postcard, purple and black printed on left with A Gift Subscription to the LARGE-TYPE EDITION of Reader's Digest is presented to you with Best Wishes from Twin Cities Lions Club C/O Ronald Calvird 113 Columbus Lead SD 57754. Addressed to St Joseph Nursing Home 181 Cliff St Deadwood SD 57732. Purple and blue image of daffodils on other side.
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Thank you note from Clayton, Pam & Pen
From page 18 of Scrapbook, 1977-1981 [2023.009.011] Thank you card inscribed with note from Clayton, Pam & Pen.
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Thank you note from Lois Tinker
From page 20 of Scrapbook, 1977-1981 [2023.009.011] Thank you card: "To the Staff" dated Aug. 3 and inscribed with a note from Lois Tinker.
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Thank You Card from Cheryl
From page 25 of Scrapbook, 1977-1981 [2023.009.011] Thank you card addressed to St. Joe's Staff from Cheryl with a note indicating she likely was affiliated with the hospital and is leaving.
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Thank you note from Anne Jehner
From page 12 of Scrapbook, 1977-1981 [2023.009.011] Thank you card inscribed inside: "To Dr. Mattox and Dr. Trinidad" with note from Anne Jehner.
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