03. Personal Papers

This collection was from an ebay purchase in October 2020. The materials within the collection range from photographs to bill signing awards. The collection is mainly photograph based, which many have discoloration, tears, or water damage from years of inproper storage. They are now in mylar for best preservation purposes. There is a briefcase and attache included in the collection, in addition to two awards and a plate from the Milton Shapp administration.

This collection reflects the 14 year career of Representative Marie A. Lederer. She also donated campaign materials, newsclippings, and photographs.

The papers of Frank "Chick" Tulli Jr. contain 5 framed oversized items from his time in the House. The items are memorabilia that symbolize the highlights of his career.

This collection is from Denise Johnson, former staffer. She donated numerous memorabilia items from her time working in the Chief Clerks' Office and in the House Archives. Items include, but are not limited to, cups, gavels, frisbees, and more.

The Speaker Gavel Collection is from Margaret Doebler of the Parliamentarian's Office. Gavels are from Samuel H. Smith, and Mike Turzai in various sizes.

This collection was originally from Roger Nick, former Chief Clerk, who donated them to Capitol Preservation who then transfered them to the House Archives. The gavels are from each of his first days as Speaker for each term. Original letter and email are included in box.

The papers of Camille "Bud" George contain memorabilia from his time in the House. Items range from t-shirts, hats and glasses, to campaign materials. This is the only collection he donated to the House Archives before his death in 2017.

This collection was donated by an office who found these papers after Mendlow had left the House. Much of the collection items are from her time working for K. Leroy Irvis between 1983 and 1987.

Papers are left in original order and within the same file that they were found.

This collection was additionally donated on January 3, 2020 by Michael Hanna. The collection is all campaign pins that he collected over the years. Races include local, state, and federal government

This collection has only two items, one is the Speaker Book from 1957. The other item is a letter from Helm to his family regarding swearing in day.