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Luce, David	Title: David Luce Papers, 1973-1981 Quantity: 2.0 c.f. (2 record center cartons) Call Number: M82-152 Abstract: Research file of David Luce, a University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee law professor, congressional liaison of the Wisconsin Civil Liberties Union, and board member of the National Committee Against Repressive Legislation, pertaining to attempted reforms of the U.S. Criminal Code, and the history of relevant legislation. The file includes correspondence, drafts of bills, newsletters of groups opposing the bills, notes, and clippings.
Luce, David Randall	Title: David Randall Luce Papers, 1945-2005 Quantity: 1.6 cubic ft. (4 boxes) plus additions of 3.6 cubic ft. (5 boxes) Call Number: UWM Manuscript Collection 169 Abstract: Papers of a former chair of the UW-Milwaukee Dept. of Philosophy largely documenting his political, professional, and teaching activities. Also included are files documenting the FBI's and the Michigan State Police's surveillance of Luce.
Lucey, Patrick J., 1918-	Title: Patrick J. Lucey Papers, 1935-2003 Quantity: 6.0 cubic feet (16 archives boxes and 1 flat box), 6 reels of microfilm (35 mm), 6 tape recordings, and 1 film; plus additions of 1.7 cubic feet, 1 tape recording, 0.8 cubic feet of photographs, 20 negatives, 10 transparencies, 1 drawing, and 11 videorecordings (2-inch) and 3 films (16 mm) Call Number: Mss 785; Micro 2012; Micro 2064; Audio 1238A; AC 568; PH 3959; M2012-118; M96-249; M2003-138; M2006-053 Abstract: Papers of Patrick Lucey, a Democratic governor of Wisconsin (1971-1977), ambassador to Mexico (1977-1979), and independent vice-presidential candidate (1980), primarily documenting his involvement in electoral politics in Wisconsin. Less complete records relate to his independent vice-presidential candidacy and his support of Edward Kennedy in 1980. Copies of oral history interview transcripts document his support of John Kennedy in 1960 and Robert Kennedy in 1968. Also included are brief personal papers, information on his work as an economic consultant, and papers from his ambassadorial years.
Lucia, Floyd B., 1888-	Title: Oral History Interview with Floyd B. Lucia, 1975 January 15 Quantity: 2 tape recordings Call Number: Audio 552A Abstract: Interview conducted by Dale Treleven of the Historical Society staff with Floyd B. Lucia concerning his work in various creameries and as a fieldman for the Wisconsin Cooperative Creamery Association, Baraboo Valley District, from the mid-1920s to 1937, with information on its competition with Land O'Lakes and other creameries, its role in farm social affairs, and related matters.
Lucius Fairchild Woman's Relief Corps Post 37	Title: Lucius Fairchild Woman's Relief Corps Post 37 Records, Quantity: Papers, 3.6 linear ft. (7 archives boxes and 4 flat boxes) Call Number: WVM Mss 1754 Abstract: Records pertaining to the Lucius Fairchild Woman's Relief Corps Post 37 of Madison, Wisconsin, auxiliary to the Grand Army of the Republic Post 11. Records include journals containing meeting minutes, letters sent to the post, cash books, ledgers, rolls of members and other post materials. Journals contain meeting minutes that cover the activity of the post at regular and special meetings. Cash books contain information about the balance of money held by the corps, payment of dues and payments to others. Ledgers contain membership and dues payment information. Member rolls and include information on each member. Each entry has the name of the member, the date joined and the date they left the corps. Also included in the back of each ledger is a “necrology” of members who had died in the span of each journal. Letterbooks contain correspondence sent to the corps from members, other posts, GAR posts, people asking for aid, and notices sent to the corps. Materials pertaining to the Corps include bylaws, membership applications, honorable discharge cards, quarterly reports of the secretary and treasurer, order forms for Corps materials and newsclippings about the Corps and Civil War matters.
Luck, Harry, 1902-	Title: Oral History Interview with Harry Luck, 1976 May 17 Quantity: 1 tape recording Call Number: Audio 568A Abstract: Interview, May 17, 1976, with Harry Luck, Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, in which he reminisces about his childhood in Russia; his family's immigration to the United States via England in 1928; the cattle business and farming in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, 1939-1969; the family's Jewish religious practices; and Luck's political involvement and opinions. Interviewed by Historical Society staff member Peter Gordy.
Luck, Harry, 1902-	Title: Oral History Interview with Harry Luck, 1976 May 17 Quantity: 1 tape recording Call Number: Tape 568A Abstract: Interview, May 17, 1976, with Harry Luck, Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, in which he reminisces about his childhood in Russia; his family's immigration to the United States via England in 1928; the cattle business and farming in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, 1939-1969; the family's Jewish religious practices; and Luck's political involvement and opinions. Interviewed by Historical Society staff member Peter Gordy.
Luckhardt, Esther Doughty	Title: Esther D. Luckhardt Papers, 1963-1984 Quantity: 0.6 c.f. (2 archives boxes) Call Number: Oshkosh Mss BZ Abstract: Papers of a Republican legislator (1964-1985) from Horicon, Wisconsin, who was for many years was the only woman in the Wisconsin legislature. The collection consists of biographical clippings, campaign literature, speeches, newsletters, and a few subject files concerning her efforts to limit and regulate state indebtedness and her work to improve the management of the Canadian geese flock at Horicon. Several files and a number of speeches touch on her conservative position on women's issues including abortion and extension of the ERA.
Luckhardt, Hilmar F. (Hilmar Luckhardt), 1913-	Title: Hilmar Luckhardt Collection Quantity: 16 cubic feet 2 archival boxes, 21 records boxes, 1 oversize records box Collection includes: manuscript sheet music, published scores, paper records and audio tape reels. Call Number: mml013 Abstract: The Hilmar Luckhardt Collection contains sheet music, print records and audio tapes related to the career of Hilmar Luckhardt, a music composer and lecturer who worked at the University of Wisconsin - Madison from 1939 to 1989.
Ludington, Harrison, 1812-1891	Title: Harrison Ludington Papers, 1848-1890 Quantity: 2.0 c.f. (5 archives boxes) Call Number: Milwaukee Mss J Abstract: Papers of Ludington, a Milwaukee businessman and Republican, who was mayor of that city, 1871-1876, and governor of Wisconsin, 1876-1878. The collection relates only to Ludington's business activities, particularly to his partnership with Daniel Wells, Jr., of Milwaukee and Anthony Van Schaick of Chicago in the lumber industry. Included are many letters from Van Schaick concerning the land investments and lumber production of the Ludington, Wells and Van Schaick Company which operated near Menominee, Michigan. An additional group of papers concerns Ludington's financial responsibilities as executor of the estate of his early mercantile partner in Milwaukee, Harvey Birchard, and as guardian of Birchard's two minor heirs.
Luening, E. G. (Edwin Garfield); Luening, D. C. (Diedrich Christian)	Title: E.G. Luening Scrapbooks and Family Papers, circa 1881-1942 Quantity: 1.0 cubic foot (2 archives boxes and 1 flat box) Call Number: M2004-017 Abstract: Five scrapbooks of photographs, correspondence, and news clippings, the bulk of which document the life of E. G. Luening, including his schooling, his association with the Milwaukee Rowing Club, and his work as a school principal at the Neeskara school in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. A Masonic yearbook of Luening’s is also included as are two works in German published by his father, D.C. Luening: an autobiography and a collection of poems and eulogies. D.C. Luening was a professor, lawyer, educator and school principal. Born in Amsterdam, he came to Milwaukee in 1864 and later founded the Phonological Institute and became the principal educator at the city’s Second District Primary, Second District, Tenth District No. 2, and the Ninth Street schools.
Lukas, J. Anthony, 1933-1999	Title: J. Anthony Lukas Papers, 1940-1997 Quantity: 36.8 c.f. Call Number: MCHC77-008; M87-161; M2000-005; M2003-093 Abstract: Research materials of Pulitzer Prize winning journalist and author J. Anthony Lukas, consisting of subject files, correspondence, and manuscripts for his various book projects.
Lukaszewski, Anthony J., 1882-1956	Title: Anthony J. Lukaszewski Papers, 1923-1977 Quantity: 0.1 c.f. (1 folder) Call Number: Milwaukee SC 123 Abstract: Papers concerning Lukaszewski, a former editor of the Milwaukee Nowiny Polskie and a broadcaster, active in Milwaukee dramatic societies; including photographs of Lukaszewski, photos and programs from the Milwaukee Polish Opera Club's production of Halka, clippings, and writings.
Luljak, Tom, compiler	Title: Tom Luljak Collection of WTMJ Records, circa 1949-circa 1991 (bulk 1976-1991) Quantity: 4.4 cubic feet (11 archives boxes and 2 oversize folders), 0.3 cubic feet of photographs (1 archives box and 1 oversize folder), 13 film reels (16 mm) (4 cans), 5 video recordings (2-inch), 14 audio discs (12-inch), and 18 audio discs (16-inch) Call Number: Milwaukee Mss 232; PH 7083; CD 279-CD 281; FH 459; VAA 105-VAA 109; Audio 1962A Abstract: Collection of WTMJ Records, mostly from 1976 to 1991, are materials compiled by Tom Luljak during his tenure working for WTMJ-TV, WTMJ-AM and WKTI-FM as a broadcast journalist as well as news director. The records include station evening news lists of stories and scripts, subject files, procedures and policies of the stations, awards, photographs, news film outtakes and a news feature entitled “Faces: German.” Also includes audio recordings from the 1950s of radio broadcasts. Some of the materials appear to have been created by Luljak, including the subject files.
Lund Family	Title: Lund Family Papers, 1762-1972 Quantity: 1 reel of microfilm (35mm) Call Number: Micro 830 Abstract: Papers primarily related to Theodore Lund (1810-1895), an artist, who studied art at the Royal Academy of Copenhagen from 1832 to 1834 and immigrated to America from Denmark around 1836. Lund worked as a painter in New York City before moving in 1846 to a farm in Racine County, Wisconsin, where his family lived while he painted in various cities in Europe and America. The papers consist mostly of the research notes and correspondence of two descendants of Theodore Lund--Maude Leone Fish and Judith Lund Chisholm, who wrote a history of the Lund Family. Included in the collection are several letters of Theodore Lund; copies of the Civil War records of his sons, Charles and Julius Lund; a diary by Charles; an annotated plat book of Racine County; and memorabilia.
Lunt, Alfred; Fontanne, Lynn	Title: Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne Papers, 1838-1983 Quantity: 6.0 cubic feet (14 archives boxes and 1 flat box), 17 reels of microfilm (35 mm), 10 tape recordings, 6 videorecordings, 31 film reels, and 1.8 cubic feet of photographs (4 archives boxes and 1 flat box) Call Number: Mss 622; Micro 1031; Audio 1043A; Audio 1047A; PH 6139; PH 6139(3); AC 679-AC 704; AE 181-AE 182; AE 361; DD 542-DD 543; VBA 558-VBA 559; VHA 150-VHA 152; VHA 310 Abstract: Papers of Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne, an internationally acclaimed theatrical couple whose careers spanned more than half a century and who starred in more than 60 theater and television productions from 1915 to 1980. The collection is comprised of both personal and production-related materials: correspondence written by colleagues and fans from 1930 to 1977; newspaper clippings concerning the Lunts' personal and professional lives; reviews, playbills, and scripts from more than 50 theatrical and television productions; Lunt family letters dating from 1838; scattered financial records; unproduced scripts by playwrights such as Robert Sherwood, Booth Tarkington, and Noel Coward; awards; and photographs of the Lunts both at home and on the stage.
Lurie, Nancy Oestreich	Title: Nancy Oestreich Lurie Papers, 1947-1988 Quantity: .8 cubic ft. (2 boxes) Call Number: UWM Manuscript Collection 50 Abstract: Personal papers of a former chair of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Department of Anthropology which includes extensive field notes, professional and personal correspondence, and photographs. The majority of the collection is field notes dealing primarily with Lurie's research of the Winnebago Indians of Wisconsin, particularly as a board member of the United Indians of Milwaukee (UIM), work with the Consolidated Tribes (a predecessor of UIM), and the Haylushka Society, an organization formed by non-Indians interested in Indian culture and life. Also included are proposals and field notes for the Milwaukee Urban Indian Research Project focusing on the effect of the urban plight of Native Americans children in Milwaukee. The field notes are detailed observations of encounters with Native Americans, such as board and general meetings of the United Indians of Milwaukee, American Indian Information and Action Group meetings, powwows, and informal gatherings. Several copies of the Moccasin Telegraph, a newsletter published by the United Indians of Milwaukee, edited by Lurie, also are included.
Lurye, Edward, 1890-	Title: Oral History Interview with Edward Lurye, 1977 April 18 Quantity: 1 tape recording (52 min.) Call Number: Audio 658A; Superior Tape 2 Abstract: Tape-recorded interview conducted April 18, 1977, by Laurie J. Tarlowe with Edward Lurye, concerning his family's 1901 emigration from Lithuania to Superior, Wisconsin, his business ventures, and the Jewish community in Superior.
Lurye, Edward, 1890-	Title: Oral History Interview with Edward Lurye, 1977 April 18 Quantity: 1 tape recording (52 min.) Call Number: Superior Tape 2; Tape 658A Abstract: Tape-recorded interview conducted April 18, 1977, by Laurie J. Tarlowe with Edward Lurye, concerning his family's 1901 emigration from Lithuania to Superior, Wisconsin, his business ventures, and the Jewish community in Superior.
Luther, Craig T.	Title: Craig T. Luther Papers and Photographs, Quantity: 0.6 linear ft. (2 archives boxes) of papers, 0.1 linear ft. (6 folders and 1 oversize folder) of photographs, 0.1 linear ft. (3 folders) of paper prints, 0.1 linear ft. (3 cassette tapes) of sound recordings. Call Number: WVM Mss 47 Abstract: Papers and photographs of Craig T. Luther, a member of the 132nd Military History Detachment (M.H.D.), Wisconsin National Guard during the Persian Gulf War and a collector of military memorabilia. Collection contains materials relating to Luther's work as an active-duty military historian during the Gulf War. His reminiscences describe his work collecting artifacts and archival materials of the conflict, giving unique insight into the role of an M.H.D. in the late 20th century. War trophy registration forms show the types of objects he collected in that capacity and also the process by which both units and individual soldiers could collect and keep captured enemy equipment. Also included are Gulf War souvenirs such as greeting cards, postcards, photocopied comic strips, and a paper Arabic flag. A magazine article and conference flyer provide some information about Persian Gulf syndrome. Other scattered materials relate to Luther's membership in various veterans groups, including honorary membership in several World War II veteran associations. These papers provide details about benefits and reunions. Historical materials about the 32nd Division/Brigade provide organizational background as well as information about several public service campaigns and recruitment. A large number of brochures for Army bases and military museums reflect his interest in military history. Also included among the papers are two Memorial Day speeches Luther presented in Wisconsin and a letter from a foreign acquaintance written from service in Bosnia. Two flyers from Fuertes Caminos, a program by which the U.S. Army helped build roads and other infrastructure in Panama in 1992, and some World War II quizzes relating to an industrial safety film are among Luther's collected military memorabilia. An account of a D-Day reenactment in Chicago documents his participation in living history events. Photographs include one shot of Luther in Army uniform during the Gulf War. Other collected photographs feature a member of the Women's Army Corps during World War II, an infantry company from the Mexican Border War, bust shots of several Wisconsin National Guard officers, and a group shot of the 128th Tactical Fighter Wing of the Wisconsin Air National Guard.
Luther, E. L. (Ernest Leonard)	Title: Oneida County Agent records Quantity: 1.3 Linear Feet Four letter document boxes Paper records including correspondence, reports, fliers, and meeting minutes Call Number: Series 9/27/9/1 Abstract: This collection includes a fairly complete record of the activities of county agents in Wisconsin between 1912 and 1916. Correspondence, reports, meeting minutes, syllabi, and ephemera illustrate the day to day work of county agents. E. L. Luther was the first county agent in the state of Wisconsin and the first county agent in the United States to be supported wholly by public funds. Luther was appointed county agent for Oneida County in February, 1912 and served until January 1914 when he became the State Supervisor of County Agricultural Representatives. Luther's correspondence describes his interactions with farmers, local businesses, and educational institutions. There is considerable correspondence between Luther and Secretary of Agricultural Extension K. L. Hatch, officials of the College of Agriculture, and early county agents such as A. W. Hopkins.
Luther, Ernest L., 1868-1953	Title: Ernest L. Luther Papers, 1912-1952 Quantity: 1.6 c.f. (4 archives boxes) and 25 photographs Call Number: Northland Mss W Abstract: Papers of Luther, a superintendent of farmers' institutes in Oneida County, Wis., and professor of agriculture in the University of Wisconsin Extension Division. Included are a small amount of correspondence; histories, reports, and bulletins about the farmers' institutes; biographies of men and women prominent in agricultural extension work; speeches; studies and unpublished articles; sixteen volumes of diaries (1912-1928); and a record and account book (1915-1920). Photographs include a series of images, 1912-1915, of Luther's potato growing experiments near Rhinelander and three images of a slusher at work near Montello, Wisconsin.
Lutz, Bobby, 1953-1997	Title: Bobby Positive Booklets and Papers, 1996-1998 Quantity: .2 cubic ft. (1 box) Call Number: UWM Manuscript Collection 239 Abstract: Collection consists of booklets on living with HIV/AIDS authored by Bobby ("Positive") Lutz from 1996 to 1997. It also includes materials that provide context about the author and the works themselves.
Lux, Tom	Title: Tom Lux Papers, 1971-1979 Quantity: 0.6 cubic feet (2 archives boxes) and 1 audio recording Call Number: M2016-018; Audio 1768A Abstract: Papers of Tom Lux, a former officer of A.O. Smith Steelworkers Local 19806 and former chairman of the Rank and File Action Committee and co-editor of Rank and File News. While serving on the Nominating Committee of Local 19806, Lux, along with Jim Siesenopp, was removed from office on a charge of having been members of the Communist Party. The papers consist of records of the negotiating committee, newsletters and memos of the Rank and File Action Committee, and correspondence, notes, and court documents relating to the lawsuit brought by Lux and Siesenopp against the Union. Also included is a sound recording of an interview of Lux conducted by Mike Heard in 1974 discussing the involvement and impact of the Rank and File Caucus.