• Tags: Chicago, Illinois

Sketch of Augustus Sinning's early life in both Germany and the United States, including education and labor history.

A recent sketch of the history of Des Moines' Hertzberg Bindery, a book-binding business opened by the son of German immigrants.

Image of a workroom in the Hertzberg Bindery

Photographic portrait of Ernst Hertzberg from 1868, German immigrant to Chicago and bookbinder.

Image of Hertzberg Bindery interior with artisans and management in front of finished product.

Hertzberg Family in formal wear outside of Chicago home--many ages, three women, and six men.

Concerning elder Lutherans--Germans, Norwegians, and Swedes--who benefit from foreign-language spiritual instruction.

Translation of article in Swedish-language newspaper, in which editor interviews Governor Harding.

Churchman asks for clarification--says he would rather not stop preaching German, but will "cheerfully abide your order" if necessary.
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