1961 Remember Me When This You See Lillian Morrison HC Ex-Library Chicago

Remember Me When This You See is a charming 1961 first edition collection of autograph verses compiled by Lillian Morrison, illustrated by Marjorie Bauernschmidt. This oblong hardcover pairs whimsical black-and-white illustrations with nostalgic rhymes, echoing the tradition of autograph albums.

Notable Details:

• First edition, Thomas Y. Crowell Company (1961)

• Illustrated throughout by Marjorie Bauernschmidt

• Original library pocket, card, and stamps from The Chicago Public Library, Portage-Cragin Branch — a historic Chicago neighborhood library opened in 1929

• Date stamps from 1970–1971 offer a glimpse into its lending history

Condition: Ex-library with typical wear and markings. Boards show fading, spotting, and edge wear, but binding is solid and pages remain complete and clean aside from library notations.

This copy blends mid-century illustration charm with Chicago library history — perfect for collectors of Americana, vintage children’s literature, or Chicago ephemera.