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RH. Regional History Collections

 Record Group
Identifier: RH

Found in 529 Collections and/or Records:

Wednesday Club Collection

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 2000.011
Abstract

Materials relating to the Wednesday Club of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, a literary and public service club for women. The club was part of the Missouri Federation of Women’s Clubs and the General Federation of Woman’s Clubs. The collection consists of minute books, photographs, memorabilia, roll booklets, Missouri Club Woman newsletters and scrapbooks.

Dates: Majority of material found within 1902-2003, Bulk [1930-1965]

Weingarten Prisoner of War Camp Collection

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 1998.136
Abstract

Materials relating to the World War II Weingarten Prisoner of War (P.O.W) Camp located in Weingarten, a small town in Southeast Missouri. Includes photographs, negatives, camp publications, newspaper clippings, and microfilm.

Dates: Majority of material found within 1943-1974, Bulk [1944-1945]

Welcome to Cape Girardeau, Missouri City Map

 Collection — Case MMC 4.9, Folder: 010
Identifier: 2006.038
Abstract

Map of the city of Cape Girardeau, MO. Includes locations of various schools, libraries, public buildings, and shopping locations. A street index is included as well as a brief description of visual landmarks of the city.

Dates: circa 1970

Westliche Presse - Vol 3

 Collection — Case MMC 4.6, Folder: 002
Identifier: 2002.253
Abstract

German Language Newspaper dated July 11, 1874. *Oversized.

Dates: 1874

Whirlwind Freight List & Account Travel Ledger

 Collection — Box 3162, Folder: 001
Identifier: 2008.109
Abstract

Records of freight carried on the steamer “Whirlwind” for trips to and from different destinations on the Mississippi River for the year 1852. John A. Williams was listed as the Master of the steamer.

Dates: 1852

Whitewater Presbyterian Church Print

 Collection — Box 1736, Folder: 017
Identifier: 2011.021
Abstract

Water color print of Whitewater Presbyterian Church in Sedgewickville, [Mo] by Ruth Elaine Maples. The watercolor was done for the church’s 150th anniversary and includes an inset of the original log cabin church. Also includes a brief history (1 pg) of the church by Maples.

Dates: 1982

Wiggins and Weaver’s Ohio River Directory

 Collection — Box 1135, Folder: 009
Identifier: 2006.170
Abstract

Commercial and residential directory (14p) for Cape Girardeau. Households are arranged alphabetically, occupations and residences of householders are provided. Commercial section is arranged by occupational area. Please use photocopy in ready reference area of reading room. Original is fragile.

Dates: 1871-1872

Wilhelmina Vieh Collection

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 2011.047
Abstract

Personal papers of Wilhelmina Vieh, an alumnae and music instructor at Southeast Missouri State University, primarily consisting of Vieh’s music collection, including several music books, sheet music, and manuscripts. Also includes booklets about some of Wilhelmina’s other hobbies, such as gardening.

Dates: Majority of material found within 1906-1941, Bulk [1906-1917]

Willard Duncan Vandiver Autobiography

 Collection — Box 1445, Folder: 002
Identifier: 1989.002
Abstract Photocopied typescript (45p) by Vandiver (1854-1932), former Professor of Natural Science and President of the Missouri State Normal School at Cape Girardeau, and Missouri Congressman credited with originating Missouri’s “Show-Me State” nickname. Manuscript covers Vance and Vandiver family genealogies, Vandiver’s educational and religious upbringing, professional training, years in Cape Girardeau and as a Congressman, and other personal and political reminiscences. Accompanied by four...
Dates: 1968

William C. Swartout Collection

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 1998.121
Abstract

Books, pamphlets, photographs and reports on flooding in the United States, particularly in the areas of Cape Girardeau and New Madrid [Mo], Cairo, [Il], Paducah, [Ky], and northern Arkansas. Also includes general information on the development of the nation’s railroads. *Oversized.

Dates: 1897-1937