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1. World War ll Letters from servicemen to American Legion Post 510 thanking them for Christmas gifts.

   William B. Harlan pg. 18

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2. World War ll Letters from servicemen to American Legion Post 510 thanking them for Christmas gifts.

   G. I. Press Pg. 18

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3. World War ll Letters from servicemen to American Legion Post 510 thanking them for Christmas gifts.

   William Harlan pg. 43

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4. A letter from William Harlan to John Murray - A letter from William Harlan, of Harlan and Harlan contractors and real estate sales, to John Murray of the Lake Bluff building department requesting a permit be issued to Harlan and Harlan to remodel the house at 544 Ravine Avenue at a cost of $4,000. The owner at the time was Robert Shoulberg.

   544 Ravine Avenue

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5. An audio tape interview with Helen Weshinskey - In 1983 Catherine Shively interviewed several longtime Lake Bluff residents using an audio tape recorder. This interview is with Helen Weshinskey

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6. An audio tape interview with Tom Grant - In 1983 Catherine Shively interviewed several longtime Lake Bluff residents using an audio tape recorder. This interview is with Tom Grant, part owner of local real estate company Griffith, Grant and Lackie.

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7. Capt. William Harlan - Black and white photograph of Capt. William Harlan of the "Black Sheep Squadron," pictured during WWII.

   Capt. William Harlan

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8. Christmas Carols - A Christmas Carol booklet with a "season's greetings" message on the back on behalf of Harlan and Harlan, a real estate and construction firm owned and operated by Earl Harlan and his son, William Harlan. Land transfer documents for the Harlan properties.

   Christmas Carols

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9. Earl T. Harlan Family History - A brief history by granddaughter Jackie Harlan Blatti of Earl T. Harlan and Harlan Homes listing some of the addresses of houses built by Harlan and Harlan in Lake Bluff. this exerpt is taken from the Landmark Application for 271 Ravine Forest Drive.

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10. Fire Department Roster - Fire Department Roster Includes: - Chief - Asst Chief - Secretary - Treasurer - International - Dodge - Engineer - Salvage - Signalman - Unassigned

    Doc 3688

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11. Harlan and Harlan - Letter from Harlan and Harlan Rental Properties regarding the sale of their Harlan and Harlan properties (the majority being in Lake Bluff, including 35 East North Ave) and the transition of ownership to Gary Pennella. Letter includes brief personal history of the properties.

    Harlan and Harlan

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12. Harlan Family Notes - Four pages of Harlan Family history notes. Includes brief biographies of Earl Harlan and his sons William and Earl Kenny Harlan. William Harlan built and owned his residence at 501 Blodgett Rd.

    Harlan Family History

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13. Jackie Harlan Asks Elmer - Letter written into the "Ask Elmer" section of the museum's newsletter asking where teen's went to school before Lake Forest High School opened. Jackie Harlan asked this question based on her parents, William "Bill" and Petie, telling her about a High School in Deerfield-Shields Township (Highland Park High School). Her question is answered in the March 2014 newsletter (Newsletter 18).

    Jackie Harlan Asks Elmer

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14. Lake County Star - Lake Bluff League of Women Voter to Discuss Child Welfare. Mrs. Byron Karzas, 244 West Sheridan Place, is the hostess. Another meeting held at 116 West Washington, by Mrs. Paul Frederick and the last meeting was held at Mrs. J. H. Peters, 215 Oak Terrace

    Lake County Star

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15. Lake Forest News - Lake Forest News - RAYMOND MOORE TO SERVE AS TOASTMASTER AT DINNER . Moore, principal of Lake Forest High School, will speak at the 1939 football banquet held at Lake Forest College where the awarding of football letters will be given ... to Kenney and Bill Harlan of Lake Bluff. Stanley Field was elected by the directors of Marshall Field and co. to chairman of the executive committee. Field has served for 33 years as director of the company. Photo of Bill Harlan of Lake Bluff and Patricia Dewey, formerly from Lake Bluff are Lake Forest College Prom King and Queen.

    Lake Forest News

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16. Letters to Residents from the Volunteer Fire Department - Letters to Residents from the Volunteer Fire Department 1) Letter letting residents know that the Volunteer Fire Department's resuscitator is permanently out of commission and they do not have the funds to purchase another one. They are asking for donations as a new machine costs $632.40. 2) Letter thanking residents for their donations to the resuscitator fund. They not only were able to buy the machine but were able to buy some fire equipment such as foam, first aid kits, adjustable ladders, etc. They received $1,939.90 in donations and after the cost of the machine they were left with $1,164.92 for other items.

    Doc 3652

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17. Perfect Home Magazine - A June 1959 Perfect Home Magazine published by Harlan and Harlan, a real estate and insurance firm owned and operated by Earl Harlan and his son, William Harlan. Their firm was located at 104 Scranton Ave.

    Perfect Home Magazine

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18. William Harlan's Obituary - Clipping of William "Bill" Harlan's obituary from the July 4th, 1984 Chicago Tribune newspaper. Bill owned and operated Harlan and Harlan together with his father, Earl Harlan, after his service in WWII. Clipping of William "Bill" Harlan's obituary from an unknown newspaper source.

    William Harlan's Obituary

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