Independence Day parade, 1977

Photograph

Elmhurst History Museum

Name/Title

Independence Day parade, 1977

Entry/Object ID

M2003.56.2.7

Description

Illinois Governor James Thompson greeting spectators at the Independence Day parade on York Street

Photograph Details

Type of Photograph

Black and White Print

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

Alfred Engling

Role

Photographer

Date made

Jul 4, 1977

Time Period

1970s

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Notes

Pencilled notes on the back read "photo file - parades / July 4, 1977" and "Handsome Jim Gets Pretty Hand Out", the latter written by the donor. Other notes on the back by the donor in black marker read "Hansome Jim Gets Pretty Hand Out / 4th Parade / Event / 1st & York / Governor Jim Thompson / 7-4-77." Writing in blue ink on the back reads "Illinois Governor Jim Thompson at Elmhurst parade / July 4, 1977 / Entry Photo Contest Summer 1977."