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MS 327 - James Wojtowicz Collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS 327
Abstract

This collection consists primarily of items acquired by James W. Wojtowicz during the research for his book on Buffalo Bill’s Wild West collectables.  These items are mostly dime novels, postcards, programs, and other ephemeral materials from the show.

Dates: Created: 1880-1929; Other: Date acquired: 01/01/2008

MS 511 - Paul D. Nichols Collection

 Collection — Box: SC Box 3
Identifier: MS 511
Abstract

Accounting Daily Statement for Buffalo Bill's Wild West and Pawnee Bill's Greater Far East Combined from August 26, 1909 in Sioux City, Iowa. Signed in lower right hand corner by T.L. Evans, Treasurer

Dates: Other: Date acquired: 08/20/2018

MS 526 - Gustafson Collection, BBWW Show Postcard

 Collection — Box: SC BOX 1
Identifier: MS 526
Abstract

Buffalo Bill's Wild West postcard seasons 1893-1903 detailing the statistic of performances, miles traveled, states and foreign countries visited. Noted at the bottom "With Mr. Bailey's Compliments".

Dates: Created: 1893-1903; Other: Date acquired: 01/29/2018

MS 582 - Belgian Buffalo Bill Club Collection

 Collection — Box: SC BOX 4
Identifier: MS 582
Abstract

The Belgian Buffalo Bill Club was founded in September 1906 during the Gent, Belgium visit of the Wild West show. The club went on until 1920 when it was renamed the Buffalo Club, devoted to pistol and rifle shooting. The club disbanded in 1940 due to the Second World War, but was reinstated in 1967. To this day the mascot of the KAA Ghent soccer club is the buffalo.

Dates: Created: 1906-1920; Other: Date acquired: 08/28/2015