William H. Rentschler photograph collection, 1957-1971, bulk 1960s.

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  • Collection ID 1985.0391
  • Creator Names Rentschler, William H.
  • Title William H. Rentschler photograph collection [graphic].
  • Dates 1957-1971, bulk 1960s.
  • Physical description 53 photographic prints : b&w ; 8 x 10 in. or smaller.
  • Collection summary Images of Rentschler's political activities in Chicago and Illinois, 1950s-1970s, concentrating on his unsuccessful 1960 and 1970 bids for a Republican seat in the U.S. Senate and his work as Richard Nixon's Illinois presidential campaign manager in 1968. Also includes campaign publicity photographs of Rentschler with his family and some views of civic and business activities.
  • Location of Other Archival Materials Note Related materials at Chicago History Museum, Research Center, include the William H. Rentschler papers.
  • Finding Aids Note Container list available (1985-391).
  • Acquisition information Gift of William H. Rentschler, 1980 (1985.0391).
  • Names
    • Rentschler, William H.
    • Nixon, Richard M. (Richard Milhous), 1913-1994 Portraits.
    • Republican Party (U.S. : 1854- )
  • Subjects
    • Families Illinois Chicago. lctgm
    • Political elections Illinois Chicago. lctgm
    • Political participation Illinois Chicago. lctgm
    • Politicians Illinois Chicago. lctgm
    • Presidential elections Illinois Chicago. lctgm
    • Women Political life Illinois Chicago.
  • Geographic coverage Illinois Politics and government 1951-
  • Genre
    • Snapshots. gmgpc
    • Portrait photographs. gmgpc
    • Gelatin silver prints. gmgpc
  • Geographic name United States Illinois Cook County Chicago.
  • Finding aid URL Finding aid available online http://chsmedia.org/media/fa/fa/1985/391.htm