Name/Title
Door County Sherriffs Reward PosterEntry/Object ID
2025.20.1Scope and Content
Poster from the 1930s from Sheriff Alex J. Meunier of Door County.Context
During the great depression, jobs were scarce, so when the sheriff of Door County was up for election, hundreds of people ran for the position. Alex J. Meunier became sheriff of Door County. This poster offers a unique snapshot of the time period. Additional note, Alex's grandson, Dan Meunier, still lives in Door County.Cataloged By
Matthew AdelmanLexicon
Search Terms
Poster, Sherriffs Department, Door County, MunicipalCondition
Overall Condition
FairCondition Type
Yellowing, Stains, Tear, DiscolorationDate Examined
May 3, 2025Examined By
Matthew AdelmanCreate Date
May 3, 2025Update Date
January 2, 2026