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1953 “The Olean” Yearbook
East Richland High School – Olney, Illinois
Original 1953 The Olean yearbook from East Richland High School in Olney, Illinois.
This vintage high school annual captures student life, faculty, athletics, clubs, and activities from rural Illinois during the early 1950s. The book contains handwritten signatures and personal messages from classmates, preserving a unique snapshot of the graduating class and school community.
An excellent collectible for alumni, family historians, genealogists, local history enthusiasts, and collectors of vintage yearbooks.
Features
• Original 1953 edition
• East Richland High School
• Olney, Illinois
• Hardcover yearbook
• Contains handwritten signatures and inscriptions
• Student portraits, faculty, clubs, sports, and activities
• Wonderful resource for genealogy and local history research
• Authentic mid-century Americana
Historical Interest
Yearbooks such as this provide a fascinating glimpse into everyday life in small-town America during the 1950s. Names, photographs, activities, fashions, and personal messages create a lasting historical record that cannot be duplicated.
Perfect for:
• Richland County researchers
• Olney, Illinois historians
• Genealogists
• Former students and families
• Yearbook collectors
• Illinois memorabilia collectors
Measurements
Approximately 8.5” x 11” hardcover format.
Condition
Good vintage condition for age.
Expected age-related wear from handling and storage. Cover may show scuffing, edge wear, corner wear, and discoloration. Interior pages remain intact. Handwritten signatures and inscriptions are present.
Please examine all photographs carefully as they are part of the description.
Shipping
Will be carefully packaged and shipped in a sturdy box to ensure safe delivery.
I frequently reuse clean packing materials whenever possible to reduce waste and keep shipping costs reasonable.
Vintage Item Disclaimer
Vintage yearbooks often contain signatures, notes, inscriptions, and evidence of prior ownership. These characteristics contribute to their authenticity and historical value.
Returns
Returns not accepted. Please review all photographs and description carefully before purchasing.
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Estate Find / As Found Condition
This item is being sold in as-found condition and has not been cleaned or deodorized. It may have noticeable musty, mildew, attic, basement, smoke, storage, or other age-related odors that are common in vintage paper collectibles. Buyers sensitive to odors should consider this before purchasing.
Keywords
1953 Olean, East Richland High School, Olney Illinois, Illinois yearbook, signed yearbook, Richland County Illinois, genealogy research, vintage annual, high school memories, local history, student signatures, Americana, 1950s school memorabilia, Illinois collectible, alumni memorabilia
Media Mail
Yes, this yearbook should qualify for USPS Media Mail as long as you are only shipping the yearbook itself and not including unrelated merchandise. That helps keep shipping costs low.
