On the need for a German-language press for German migrants.

Bylaws of the German Aid Society of Iowa City, a mutual insurance organization that provided its members with benefits in case of injury or death. (currently first page only)

This photo was taken as the first guests arrived at the Scattergood Hostel

From the pro-German publication, the Fatherland.

From the pro-German publication, The Fatherland.

From the pro-German publication, The Fatherland

A tale of the hardships experienced by two immigrant families during their journey to Illinois

Article on Iowa Brewer's Convention occuring in midst of prohibition legislation. The members therefore pledge to fight the convention in courts and raise funds.

A telling of the heart of German religious life, which centered in Illinois. The first of the German parish formed in southern Illinois. Both Catholic and Protestant

Copy of the anti-German Babel Proclamation by Gov. Willian L. Harding.