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L.B.D. Amusement Co., Inc. collection
The L.B.D. Amusement Co., Inc. collection is a compilation of inventory lists, arcade tickets, licenses, photographs, stationary, and more relating to two arcades owned by the Rabkin family. The bulk of the materials are dated between 1946 and 1964.
Lella Gandini early childhood and children's folklore collection
The Lella Gandini early childhood and children’s folklore collection are a compilation of research notes, presentations, scholarly articles, and other documents created or used by Lella Gandini throughout her education career.
Leonard Herman press kit and marketing collection
The Leonard Herman press kit and marketing collection includes six CDs containing digitized press kit materials for various paper and electronic gaming companies from 1981-2003.
LeRoy Howard papers
The LeRoy Howard papers are a compilation of business papers, patents, notes, and published game instructions from a former executive at Parker Brothers, Inc. The bulk of the materials are dated from 1930 through 1952.
Leslie Davies diary
This diary of Leslie Davies spans from January 1, 1916 to January 1, 1918. Included with the diary are two lists of subjects compiled by staff of The Strong, listing an index of play-related subjects such as camping, dancing, fishing, football, horseback riding, attending moving-picture shows, playing games, swimming, and more.
Letter from Augustus to Father, heading west
This letter, noted only from "Your affectionate son, Augustus" to his father, was written in 1849 as Augustus traveled to the western frontier of the United States. Writing from Missouri, the author details his provisions, livestock, and funds. It is possible that the letter-writer was heading to California as part of the 1849 California Gold Rush, following the famed Oregon Trail starting at Independence, Missouri.
Letter from Gary Gygax to Steve Marsh
This is a three-page letter from Gary Gygax to Steve Marsh discussing a variety of subjects, including Gary's personal recounting of his history with Dave Arneson, the creation of Dungeons and Dragons, and Arneson's contribution toDungeons and Dragons. The letter is dated February 25, 1980.
Letter from "Little Fanny" to parents
This is a three-page letter written on behalf of "Little Fanny" to her parents while away visiting "Auntie Foane." It describes the purchase of a donkey, a trip to the circus, visits with relatives, and making pudding. At the top of the first page is a pencil drawing of a girl labeled "Millie's Niece." The letter is undated but is likely from the late 19th-early 20th century.
Letter from Rory Provencal to GamePro Magazine
This undated letter, written by Rory Provencal, is addressed to GamePro, a videogame magazine which ran from 1989 until 2011. Rory notes what he likes about the GamePro magazine and other games he enjoys.
Letter of Authenticity for Stryker Landlord's Game from Charis and Dorcas Wilson to Phil Orbanes
Two-page letter from Charis and Dorcas Wilson, daughters of Phyllis Stryker Wilson, who inherited the Stryker Landlord's Game from her parents, Roy Emerson and Alice Frasier Stryker. Letter accompanied donation of