03. Personal Papers

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This collection includes, a collection of campagin materials and politcal pins collected by Coy, materials related to a legislative trip to China, photographs,House related ephemera,and several oversized framed materials including election certificates and materials from his office.

Scope and Contents The Papers of Samuel Smith contain a complete representation of life as a state legislator. Examples of newspaper clippings, legislative work and research, photographs, and speeches make up the bulk of the collection. Although Smith focused on many issues during his time in office, he continually introduced legislation related to the environment. He sponsored bills regarding waste management, landfills, and the Growing Greener initiative. His efforts came to fruition with the passing of...

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This collection is mostly objects and photographs that belonged to Representative Fajt. This collection conatins various photographs and objects from his time during and after his time in office.

Scope and Contents The second collection of James R. Roebuck Jr. contains a comprehensive history of the life of James Roebuck. Many of the materials are related to his long career in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. However, some materials feature his time at the University of Virginia, and travels with family and friends. Topics range from LGBTQ+ advocacy, education, and district materials dealing with issues facing Philadelphia. This is a unique collection in that it encompasses a 40+ year career...

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This collection of oversized materials includes nine bill signings, two panoramics, and two election certificates. All materials have been removed from thier frame.

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This collection is primarily legislative work and subject files. There are 6 unframed House Floor panoramics and two framed capitol panoramics also included.

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This collection is comprised of various materials that Lee Taddonio produced and utilized during his time as a Representative in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from 1973-1982. In addition to campaign materials, his time in office is documented in this collection by numerous newspaper articles and newsletters. Much of his time in office was devoted to limiting government spending and building a bypass on Route 22 in Franklin Township, Westmoreland County.

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Collection includes campaign materials such as buttons, postcards, and pamphelets. Many press releases, newsletters, and office materials regarding political "how-tos" and general information for lawmakers. Eight boxes of the collection are tapes of interviews and a few other miscellaneous topics. Also donated were seven scrapbooks.

Scope and Contents Representative Ellen M. Bard served as a Republican member from Montgomery County from 1995-2004. While she was in office she served on these committees: Aging and Youth (1995-1996), Environmental Resources and Energy (2003-2004), Intergovernmental Affairs (1997-1998), Liquor Control (1999-2000), Local Government (1995-2004), Transportation (1995-2004), Tourism and Recreational Development (1997-2004), and Urban Affairs (2001-2002). Ellen Bard’s collection reflects the legislation she was...