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1. A color photo showing the Lake Bluff Pharmacy along side the Harlan apartment building. The pharmacy, was owned and operated by Graham Munch. In February, 1958 Munch retired and donated the building to the library on the condition that he retain his residence on the second floor. Munch died ten months later, on December 7, 1958. When Munch retired, he sold his business to his assistant, Howard Willms, who built the brick building just east of this frame building. The brick pharmacy remained in that location until the mid-1970s, when Willms built a brand-new pharmacy. The new Lake Bluff Pharmacy closed in the late 1990s and other businesses now occupy both buildings. The original pharmacy was located at 40 East Scranton Avenue and the new brick pharmacy was at 100 East Scranton Avenue.

   Lake Bluff Pharmacy

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2. 123 East Scranton Avenue - An Architectural and Historic Survey of the Camp Meeting Area of Lake Bluff that was completed in 1998. Additional information about the property is available at the Lake Bluff History Museum. 123 East Scranton Avenue Present site of Lake Bluff Library, built in 1975.

   123 East Scranton Avenue

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3. A black and white photo of the Lake Bluff Pharmacy - Two black and white photos of the Lake Bluff Pharmacy at 100 East Scranton Avenue. The original pharmacy located at 40 East Scranton, was owned and operated by Graham Munch. In February, 1958 Munch retired and donated the building to the library on the condition that he retain his residence on the second floor. Munch died ten months later, on December 7, 1958. When Munch retired, he sold his business to his assistant, Howard Willms, who built this brick building just east of the earlier frame building. The brick pharmacy remained in that location until the mid-1970s, when Willms built a brand-new pharmacy. The new Lake Bluff Pharmacy closed in the late 1990s and other businesses now occupy both buildings.

   A black and white photo of the Lake Bluff Pharmacy

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4. A book break - A photo and caption from the Lake Forester showing a young girl reading next to the card catalog. A party at the Grace United Methodist Church is planned for all youngsters who have completed 15 books during the summer reading program.

   A book break

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5. A close up of the Lake Bluff Pharmacy and the sign above the door. - A faded color photo showing a close up of the Lake Bluff Pharmacy and the sign above the door. Also a black and white photo of the color photo, which is a better photograph. The pharmacy, was owned and operated by Graham Munch. In February, 1958 Munch retired and donated the building to the library on the condition that he retain his residence on the second floor. Munch died ten months later, on December 7, 1958. When Munch retired, he sold his business to his assistant, Howard Willms, who built the brick building just east of this frame building. The brick pharmacy remained in that location until the mid-1970s, when Willms built a brand-new pharmacy. The new Lake Bluff Pharmacy closed in the late 1990s and other businesses now occupy both buildings. The original pharmacy was located at 40 East Scranton Avenue and the new brick pharmacy was at 100 East Scranton Avenue.

   A close up of the Lake Bluff Pharmacy and the sign above the door.

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6. A color photo showing a man and a small boy inside of the original Lake Bluff Pharmacy - A faded color photo showing a man and a small boy inside of the original Lake Bluff Pharmacy. Visible are cigars, cigarettes, and magazines. The pharmacy, was owned and operated by Graham Munch. In February, 1958 Munch retired and donated the building to the library on the condition that he retain his residence on the second floor. Munch died ten months later, on December 7, 1958. When Munch retired, he sold his business to his assistant, Howard Willms, who built the brick building just east of this frame building. The brick pharmacy remained in that location until the mid-1970s, when Willms built a brand-new pharmacy. The new Lake Bluff Pharmacy closed in the late 1990s and other businesses now occupy both buildings. The original pharmacy was located at 40 East Scranton Avenue and the new brick pharmacy was at 100 East Scranton Avenue.

   A man and a small boy inside of the original Lake Bluff Pharmacy

   Record Type: Photo

   
7. A faded black and white photo of the Lake Bluff Pharmacy - A faded black and white photo of the Lake Bluff Pharmacy with a man, possibly pharmacist Howie Willms, sitting on the railing. The pharmacy, was owned and operated by Graham Munch. In February, 1958 Munch retired and donated the building to the library on the condition that he retain his residence on the second floor. Munch died ten months later, on December 7, 1958. When Munch retired, he sold his business to his assistant, Howard Willms, who built the brick building just east of this frame building. The brick pharmacy remained in that location until the mid-1970s, when Willms built a brand-new pharmacy. The new Lake Bluff Pharmacy closed in the late 1990s and other businesses now occupy both buildings.

   A faded black and white photo of the Lake Bluff Pharmacy

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8. A group meeting with Pastor Hammer - A 5 x 7 photo of a group of adults meeting with St. James Pastor Hammmer. A note from the donor Alice Gridley reads: Pastor Hammer was the first pastor for St. James Lutheran Church, Lake Forest. The Church started in the library of the Lake Bluff Junior High School, thogh the locatio of this photo is unknown. Labeled on reverse: L to R Alice Gridley, Martha Robinson, Pastor Hammer, Paul Robinson, unknown, John Mould.

   A group meeting with Pastor Hammer

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9. A list of Lake Bluff businesses from the 1920s - 1950s. - A list of Lake Bluff uptown businesses and their locations from the 1920s - 1950s, compiled by Janet Nelson and Kathleen O'Hara. This document was sent out to various organizations, like the Lake Forest / Lake Bluff Senior Center, asking people to contribute to the list.

   A list of Lake Bluff businesses from the 1920s - 1950s.

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10. Alterations to Lake Bluff Library - Original copy of alterations to Lake Bluff Library, 40 Scranton Avenue, Lake Bluff, Illinois. Compiled by William E. Bergmann, Architect. 5 Sylvan Road, Lake Bluff, Illinois Includes: - Alternatives - Instructions to Bidders - Supplementary General Condition - General Contractor's Work - Excavation and Backfilling

    Doc 197

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11. Alterations to Lake Bluff Public Library - Original copy of alterations to Lake Bluff Library, 40 Scranton Avenue, Lake Bluff, Illinois. Compiled by William E. Bergmann, Architect. 5 Sylvan Road, Lake Bluff, Illinois Includes: - Heating - Electrical Work - Painting and Decorating

    Doc 197C

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12. Alterations to Lake Bluff Public Library - Original copy of alterations to Lake Bluff Library, 40 Scranton Avenue, Lake Bluff, Illinois. Compiled by William E. Bergmann, Architect. 5 Sylvan Road, Lake Bluff, Illinois Includes: - Lathing and Plastering - Sheet Metal Work - Glass and Glazing - Floor Covering - Plumbing

    Doc 197B

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13. An audio tape interview with Kenneth Masonick - In 1983 Catherine Shively interviewed several longtime Lake Bluff residents using an audio tape recorder. This interview is with Kenneth Masonick

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14. 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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15. Arden Shore library - Library at Arden Shore A series of ten postcards attached and enclosed in a cover.

    Arden Shore library

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16. Artists on the Bluff brochure - An Artists on the Bluff brochure - copy, (printed from an ink jet printer). The brochure celebrates the 15th Annual Arts Festival held June 20 and 21, 2015. The brochure begins with a letter from the President of AOB, Kristin Ashley, contains advertisements from local businesses, a map of the location of the artists' booths around the Village Green, a spotlight on the group's artists and a two page spread on Lake Bluff's artists of long ago, and other local organizations.

    Artists on the Bluff brochure cover

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17. Assorted handwritten notes about the location of various businesses - Assorted handwritten notes of various sizes regarding the location of various businesses in and around Lake Bluff, including Uptown, Carriage Way According to one page there was a restaurant owned by Teresa Jansz at 611 Sheridan Road in 1934 (The 1938 phone book lists a John Jansz owning a Tavern on Rockland Road); another restaurant at 8 East North Avenue in 1938 owned by Gus (Gustave) Kershner. Gus Kershner also lived there at the time, according to the phone book, (which did not mention the restaurant under his name). Ernest Wade had a grocery store at 34 East Center Avenue. According to Helen (Kennedy) Rose, her father, John Kennedy, owned a Nash automobile agency located at 709 Sheridan Road, where Ragsdale is currently located.

    Assorted handwritten notes about the location of various businesses

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18. Authors' 'externalized self' goes on library shelf - Author and Lake Bluff resident Elizabeth Foote-Smith describes her literary career and what it means to be a writer. Her first book, "The Gentle Albatross" was acquired by the library in 1976. On the reverse is a photo of Foote-Smith shown with librarian Ann Beck at a table in the library. The article appeared in the "News Advertiser".

    Authors' 'externalized self' goes on library shelf

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19. Book by book . . . they moved a library - Photo in the Lake Forester showing a woman crossing the street with a box of books and another person holding a stop sign in front of a car. Moving books to the new library.

    Book by book . . . they moved a library

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20. Book-mo-Beetle - A color Poloroid photo taken in 1973 showing Henry Spruth with a small girl in front of a Volkswagon Beetle. The sign on the car reads: "Book-Mo-Beetle. We need a larger model, support your library."

    Book-mo-Beetle

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21. Books take wing with human help - Three photos with a small article in the Chicago Tribune showing the movement of books from the Munch cottage at 40 E. Scranton to the new library building at 123 E. Scranton. Several people in the street with boxes, people shelving.

    Books take wing with human help

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22. Demolition of old Lake Bluff Public Library - A color photograph showing the demolition of the old Lake Bluff Public Library. Formerly the Lake Bluff Pharmacy, owned and operated by Graham Munch. In February, 1958 Munch retired and donated the building to the library on the condition that he retain his residence on the second floor. Munch died ten months later, on December 7, 1958.

    Demolition of old Lake Bluff Public Library

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23. Demolition of old Lake Bluff Public Library - A color photograph showing the demolition of the old Lake Bluff Public Library. Formerly the Lake Bluff Pharmacy, owned and operated by Graham Munch. In February, 1958 Munch retired and donated the building to the library on the condition that he retain his residence on the second floor. Munch died ten months later, on December 7, 1958.

    Demolition of old Lake Bluff Public Library

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24. Desk Blotter from Lake Bluff Pharmacy - A desk blotter from Lake Bluff Pharmacy at 40 East Scranton Avenue, advertising the store and Wampole's Creo-terpin Compound. The front of the blotter has birds on it and is peach colored and the back is pink. The pharmacy, was owned and operated by Graham Munch. In February, 1958 Munch retired and donated the building to the library on the condition that he retain his residence on the second floor. Munch died ten months later, on December 7, 1958.

    Desk Blotter from Lake Bluff Pharmacy

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25. Documents to Phyllis Albrecht - Documents sent to Phyllis Albrecht in a letter Includes: - List of Names - A Pioneer Press Newspaper Article from April 4, 1985, titled Lake Bluff Officials Discuss Future - A card from the United Methodist Women's Club congratulating Phyllis on her appointment as the first Village Female President - Handmade paper vase with roses. - Original Envelope sent to Phyllis Albrecht

    Phyllis Albrecht Letter

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26. Early photo of Lake Bluff Pharmacy - A copy of an early photo of Lake Bluff Pharmacy. The pharmacy, was owned and operated by Graham Munch. In February, 1958 Munch retired and donated the building to the library on the condition that he retain his residence on the second floor. Munch died ten months later, on December 7, 1958.

    Early photo of Lake Bluff Pharmacy

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27. Eleanor Ackermann - Eleanor Ackermann obituary. Ackermann was a Lake Bluff School librarian. Lived 34 years at 710 East Prospect Avenue. Was a control chemist at Abbott Laboratories. Worked at village school libraries in Lake Bluff and Highland Park.

    Eleanor Ackerman

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28. Elmer Vliet - 1978 article in the Waukegan News-Sun with short biography of Elmer Vliet, including his career at Abbott Laboratories, his love of local history, and his involvement with the local community. Discusses both Elmer Vliet's and his wife Dorothy's love of Lake Bluff. 1970 article discussing Vliet's love of history, with short biography 1917 note to Vliet from the Dean of Men at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, congratulating him on having the second-highest average grade in the Junior class, and eleventh-highest in the entire school. Print of Vliet's speech at the Gazebo dedication, October 1976. Note from Vliet to "Balky" allowing changes to be made to the speech if it is ever going to be "used." Print of Vliet's speech on America's 200th birthday, July 4, 1976. Note from Vliet to "Balky" saying that the Lake Forest-Lake Bluff Historical Society is planning to print Vliet's gazebo speech. May 6,1977 article in the Suburban Tribune describing a party held for Vliet celebrating 48 years of his service to Lake Bluff. Note to Vliet from the Chicago Historical Society thanking him for donating a photocopy of a manuscript of Robert C. Wright's journal of an overland journey to California in 1850. Short article titled "Who Was Elmer Vliet?" briefly outlining his life and achievements. Advertisement for "Lake County During Three Centuries," a talk given by Vliet to the Abbott History Club, February 1960. Note to Vliet from the Union Church Couples Club, thanking him for giving a talk on Lake Bluff history, 1957. Advertisement for Couples Club meeting, including Vliet's talk as well as a talk to the Men's Club of Union Church, dated March 9 1949. Thank-you note to Vliet from the Couples Club for giving his talk. Article in the News-Sun from 1950 discussing an earlier talk Vliet gave to the Union Church Couples Club. 1963 article in the Lake Bluff Review discussing history talk by Vliet to raise funds for a student music scholarship. Another article about a presentation by Vliet. 1959 article in the Drug Trade News with biography of Vliet. 1982 article describing the new Student Center for Historical Research, with several historical items donated by Vliet. 1973 article describing a talk Vliet will give at the Lake Bluff Library as a fundraiser for the new Library building. Detailed family tree of the Vliet's and their ancestors. As a student at the University of Illinois, he visited Abbott Laboratories in 1917 and returned to work there in 1919 as a research chemist, where he held several positions. Vliet was also village trustee and later president of the Village during the period between 1930 to 1937; was president of the Park Board from 1937 to 1939 and of the Lake Forest High School Board from 1949 through 1952. He authored "Lake Bluff History: The First 100 Years: from 1836-1937. In 1981, two Lake Bluff elementary school teachers, Janet Nelson and Kathleen O'Hara, found a need to collect more data and artifacts for their classrooms. This led them to contact Elmer Vliet, one of the town’s highly respected residents. Over the years he presented history slide shows to school and adult groups. Vliet shared his photographs and documents with the two teachers while telling interesting and little-known facts about Lake Bluff’s history. After several visits and many discussions, he became enthused with the idea that his knowledge and his photographs could be made available to all school children and also be enjoyed by the community. As a result, in the summer of 1982, he donated his collection to the project and provided the school district with funds toward sustaining the project. Two large unused classrooms in the East School were provided to house the donated materials along with the items already assembled by the two teachers … thus creating a local "museum." In October 1982, the School Board held a formal dedication of the area and aptly named it "Vliet Center for Lake Bluff History." (LBHM Website)

    Elmer Vliet

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29. Exhibit Relics of Early Days at Lake Bluff Article - Newspaper story in 1933 features exhibit at library of early historic materials concerning Camp Meeting Association

    Doc 158

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30. First book goes to a friend of the library - A Xerox photo from the Lake Forester of Dr. Victor Sleeter checking out the first book in the new library building, July 21, 1975. Also in the photo are : Nancy Crowell, her son Web Crowell and librarian Ann Beck, on the right.

    First book goes to a friend of the library

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31. Floor Plan for Lake Bluff Public Library - Original copy of alterations to Lake Bluff Library, 40 Scranton Avenue, Lake Bluff, Illinois. Compiled by William E. Bergmann, Architect. 5 Sylvan Road, Lake Bluff, Illinois Floor Plans

    Doc 197D

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32. Florence Higgins and Nancy Cowell in the library - Two color photographs of Florence Higgins and Nancy Crowell in the old Lake Bluff Public Library at 40 East Scranton Avenue. Both images are identical.

    Florence Higgins and Nancy Cowell in the library

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33. Florence Higgins watering plants in the library - A color photograph of Florence Higgins watering plants in the old library.

    Florence Higgins watering plants in the library

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34. Friends of the Library Letter - Letter to friends of the Library from the President, Walter C. Hall. requesting financial assistance

    Doc 195

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35. Front view of Lake Bluff Pharmacy - A front view of the Lake Bluff Pharmacy and a large sign announcing the new home of the pharmacy. The pharmacy was owned and operated by Graham Munch. In February, 1958 Munch retired and donated the building to the library on the condition that he retain his residence on the second floor. Munch died ten months later, on December 7, 1958. When Munch retired, he sold his business to his assistant, Howard Willms, who built the brick building just east of this frame building, which is advertised on the sign. The brick pharmacy remained in that location until the mid-1970s, when Willms built a brand-newtwo-story pharmacy on the site of the original drugstore, which had been torn down after the library moved to 123 East Scranton Avenue in 1975. The new Lake Bluff Pharmacy closed in the late 1990s and other businesses now occupy both buildings. The original pharmacy was located at 40 East Scranton Avenue and the new brick pharmacy was at 100 East Scranton Avenue.

    Front view of Lake Bluff Phamracy

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36. George Stone - An article about George Stone's retirement from the Plan Commission, where he served for 8 years. Stone was also a Village Trustee. A May 30, 1968 Lake Bluff Lamplighter cover and accompanying partial article, about George Stone reflecting on his time living in the village and the changes he has seen over time : " I don't know of a single town anywhere that has done a better job in growing up ." A statement of Candidacy for election date February 24, 1955. A remembrance of Stone, listing accomplishments : came to Lake Bluff in 1952 after serving in the Intelligence brach of the Navy in WW ll and the Korean War. During his time in LB he championed a variety of Village improvements, including : annexation of land from south of route 176 between Green Bay Rd and Waukegan Rd; the golf course, and the new library, among others. George lived with his wife Marjorie and daughter Elizabeth at 512 Sunrise Avenue

    George Stone

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37. Graham Munch - Black and white photo of the metal sign that hung outside the Library / Pharmacy, in memory of Graham Munch, by the Friends of the library. Munch was the pharmacist at the drugstore at 40 East Scranton Avenue, which he donated the first floor of the building to the Lake Bluff Library in 1958.

    Graham Munch memorial sign

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38. Graham Munch - Typed biography about Graham Munch who owned a pharmacy at 40 East Scranton Avenue which served as his residence and business from 1924 to 1958. In 1958 Munch donated the building to the Lake Bluff Library on the condition that he retain his residence onthe second floor for the remainder of his life. Munch died only a few months later, on December 8, 1958. Also included is a letter to the Lake Forester from Daniel Riley McMaster citing Graham Munch as the Friendliest Person in Town, dated March 4, 1954.

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39. Graham Munch - Xerox copies of several articles from 1958 about Graham Munch donating his drugstore at 40 East Scranton Avenue to the Lake Bluff Library for their use. Munch continued to live upstairs until he died two years later. An obituary for Graham Munch, who died December 7, 1958.

    Graham Munch Obituary

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40. Graham Munch pharmacy - Black and white photo of the Graham Munch pharmacy building at the time it was used as the Lake Bluff library. This photo was taken as part of the 1958 appraisal of the building. The white cottage was located at 40 East Scranton Avenue. Demolished

    Library in pharmacy

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41. Graham Munch pharmacy - Black and white photo of the Graham Munch pharmacy building at the time it was used at the Lake Bluff library. This photo was taken as part of the 1958 appraisal of the building. The white cottage was located at 40 East Scranton Avenue. Demolished This photo shows a bicycle in the front of the building.

    Library in the pharmacy

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42. G. W. Munch Pharmacy - Graham W. Munch Pharmacy. Later became the Lake Bluff Public Library on the first floor, and Munch continued to live on the second floor.

    G. W. Munch Pharmacy

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43. Henry Spruth - An undated black and white photo of Henry Spruth (right) and three other people.

    Henry Spruth

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44. Henry Spruth - Black and white photo of Henry Spruth. Spruth and his wife Gertrude moved to Lake Bluff in 1927. Henry worked at Abbott Laboratories. Spruth was president of the Library Board in 1975, when the new Library building was built.

    Henry Spruth

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45. Howie Willms inside of the original Lake Bluff Pharmacy - A faded color photo showing Howie Willms inside of the original Lake Bluff Pharmacy. The image shows a man and a small boy in front of the counter. Visible are cigars, cigarettes, and magazines. The pharmacy, was owned and operated by Graham Munch. In February, 1958 Munch retired and donated the building to the library on the condition that he retain his residence on the second floor. Munch died ten months later, on December 7, 1958. When Munch retired, he sold his business to his assistant, Howard Willms, who built the brick building just east of this frame building. The brick pharmacy remained in that location until the mid-1970s, when Willms built a brand-new pharmacy. The new Lake Bluff Pharmacy closed in the late 1990s and other businesses now occupy both buildings. The original pharmacy was located at 40 East Scranton Avenue and the new brick pharmacy was at 100 East Scranton Avenue.

    Howie Willms inside of the original Lake Bluff Pharmacy

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46. How to Fund New LB Library is Question Now - Article from the Lake Forest-Lake Bluff Mail Advertiser titled "How to Fund New LB Library is Question Now". The article details that the library board presented a more formal outline for the new library to the village board, and received approval, thus leaving the question of how to obtain funds at the least expense to the community.

    Doc 239

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47. Inside of the original Lake Bluff Pharmacy - A faded color photo of the inside of the original Lake Bluff Pharmacy. Visible are cigars, cigarettes, and magazines. The pharmacy, was owned and operated by Graham Munch. In February, 1958 Munch retired and donated the building to the library on the condition that he retain his residence on the second floor. Munch died ten months later, on December 7, 1958. When Munch retired, he sold his business to his assistant, Howard Willms, who built the brick building just east of this frame building. The brick pharmacy remained in that location until the mid-1970s, when Willms built a brand-new pharmacy. The new Lake Bluff Pharmacy closed in the late 1990s and other businesses now occupy both buildings. The original pharmacy was located at 40 East Scranton Avenue and the new brick pharmacy was at 100 East Scranton Avenue.

    Inside of the original Lake Bluff Pharmacy

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48. July 1975 Library Dedication - Several articles about the opening of the new Lake Bluff Public Library. A pamphlet and official invitation for the Library Open House on October 19, 1975. Remarks at the Library Dedication prepared by Elmer Vliet. The Guest Book with a list of signatures of those who attended the Dedication. The Lake Bluff Public Library chronology from 1926 through 1975.

    July 1975 Library Dedication

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49. Lake Bluff Pharmacy - Two color photos showing the east corner of the Lake Bluff Pharmacy, a few cars along the street and the Harlan apartment building to the east. Also visible is a sign for Luich's Ice Cream. The pharmacy, was owned and operated by Graham Munch. In February, 1958 Munch retired and donated the building to the library on the condition that he retain his residence on the second floor. Munch died ten months later, on December 7, 1958. When Munch retired, he sold his business to his assistant, Howard Willms, who built the brick building just east of this frame building. The brick pharmacy remained in that location until the mid-1970s, when Willms built a brand-new building on the site of the original pharmacy. The new Lake Bluff Pharmacy closed in the late 1990s, and other businesses now occupy both buildings. The original pharmacy was located at 40 East Scranton Avenue and the new brick pharmacy was at 100 East Scranton Avenue.

    Lake Bluff Pharmacy

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50. Lake Bluff Pharmacy building - A color photograph of the Lake Bluff Pharmacy building before it became the Lake Bluff Public Library. In February, 1958 Munch retired and donated the building to the library on the condition that he retain his residence on the second floor. Munch died ten months later, on December 7, 1958.

    Lake Bluff Pharmacy building

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