Collections

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The Adrienne deWolfe Collection consists of manuscripts and promotional materials related to works by the author.

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This is a collection of advertising ink blotters, an absorbent paper used to blot the excess ink off paper and prevent smearing when using fountain pens. With strong visual images on the front of the blotters, manufacturers and businesses gave them away to customers as free promotional items. Advertising ink blotters were used from the 1900s through the 1940s until the ballpoint pen was invented.

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This is a collection of advertising proofs dating from the mid-to-late 1960s.

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The Alan Levy papers consists of research, correspondence, and other manuscript material written and collected by Alan Levy.

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The Alexei and Cory Panshin Papers consist of research and manuscript materials created by Alexei and Cory Panshin. This collection is unprocessed but it is available for research upon request.

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The Alice Brilmayer Papers consist of manuscripts, proofs, drafts, synopses, correspondence and other documents dating from 2000-2004.

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The Alice Duncan Papers consist of literary manuscripts representing 20 novels by the author, written under her own name or as Rachel Wilson. Some promotional material is also included. The materials date from around 1995-2003.

Abstract The Alice J. Mills Kirk/Spock (K/S) Fanzine Collection represents nearly four decades of participation in the Star Trek slash fanfiction movement, from the 1970s until Alice Mills’ death in 2015. The collection is primarily comprised of fanzines centered on the Kirk/Spock (K/S) relationship from the original Star Trek television series and subsequent movies. It is the “/” between the names of Kirk and Spock from which the term “slash” fiction is derived. In addition to Kirk/Spock, the...

Abstract John Allen Saunders (known professionally as Allen Saunders) was a professor, journalist, novelist, playwright, and philanthropist. He was best known as the writer of several comic strips, most notably Mary Worth and Steve Roper. This collection reflects his vast array of occupations and interests. Most of the collection centers on his work as a comic strip writer, including research files for story ideas, professional and fan...

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The Andrea Kent and Bette McNicholas Papers consist of one manuscript annotated with editor’s marks for the novel An Obsession With Honor, published in 1987.

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The Ann E. Maxwell Papers consist of manuscript materials created by Ann E. Maxwell; the dates of these materials are currently unknown, but may range from 1975 to 2006.

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The April Kihlstrom Papers contain manuscripts and related materials for 32 of April Kihlstrom’s novels. The items in the collection date from around 1976-2002.

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The Arnold Marquis Papers consist of manuscript materials written by Arnold Marquis, as well as radio scripts, copies of published articles, and promotional materials. The dates of these items have not yet been determined.

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The A.V. Shirk Political Collection consists of correspondence and printed political material (like booklets, pamphlets, and flyers) from the 1940s-1970s collected by A.V. Shirk. This collection is minimally processed but it is available for research upon request.

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The Avalon Benson Collection on Alice Faye and Joan Blaine consists of letters written by actresses Alice Faye and Joan Blair to young fan Avalon Benson of London Mills, Illinois.

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The Barbara James Papers consist of materials related to Barbara James's membership in local and national authors' organizations, as well as notes related to her first three self-published novels.

Introduction In the 1990’s, the Beanie Baby craze swept through America. First appearing in 1993 at the World Toy Fair in New York City, these small stuffed animals were filled with P.V.C. Pellets and came in all shapes in sizes -- from common animals to characters from popular culture. Many collected them, seeking out the rarest versions they could find. Some displayed their Beanie Babies, others played with them and made clothes for them. The “Original Nine” Beanie Babies were: Legs the Frog, Squealer...

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Collection of materials relating to Beauty Pageants culture.

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The Becky Barker Papers consist of published and unpublished manuscript materials, cover art related materials, and promotional items.

Abstract Advertising is a common facet of modern life and it appears in various forms. From the billboard on the morning commute, the five second blurb before a YouTube video, to the commercial break during a podcast, advertising is an extremely powerful tool that is utilized by many entities. While frequently attempting to sell a product, ideas or movements are also regularly the basis of these messages, many of which are politically motivated.Political advertising is the backbone of any...

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The Bernhardt J. Hurwood Papers consist of correspondence, research files, literary productions, printed materials, and audiovisual materials from Hurwood’s literary career and personal life.

Introduction This collection of printed materials and realia (e.g. objects from everyday life) commemorates the American Bicentennial celebration in 1976. The collection includes pamphlets, brochures and other printed materials about regional bicentennial celebrations, special edition reprints for the bicentennial and official information from the American Revolution Bicentennial Administration. The collection also includes realia themed with American iconography, such as the Liberty Bell, Flag, Bald...

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The Bill Pronzini papers consist of manuscripts of Pronzini's novels, short stories and other writings, as well as correspondence with his agent, publishers, editors, other writers and fans. Other materials include interviews, articles, photos of Pronzini, book publicity, and audio book recordings.

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Bowling Green State University Popular Press Records consist of materials related to the press's publication of book titles, as well as general author and office files. These materials are organized as author files, inactive author files, unpublished manuscript files, and office files; the most robust series is that of the author files.