Aldrich, Thomas Bailey, 1836-1907; Shelley, Percy Bysshe, 1792-1822; Keats, John, 1795-1821; Browning, Elizabeth Barrett, 1806-1861; Tennyson, Alfred Tennyson, Baron, 1809-1892; Poetry; Clippings (Books, newspapers, etc.); Collecteana files
A file folder with American Art Association information on it in black lettering. The tab says Aldrich's name on it. There is a cut out typed description of the letter from Aldrich to Stedman. The back has a red mark with 3 A's.
Allen, James Lane, 1849-1925; Cawein, Madison Julius, 1865-1914; Envelopes; Postage stamps
A cream envelope with a stamp from New York City and a red George Washington stamp. The top is torn off and the back is signed by James Allen. A marking 250 is written in pencil on the back.
Allen, James Lane, 1849-1925; Cawein, Madison Julius, 1865-1914; Poetry; Letters
A letter from James Lane Allen to Madison Cawein about a greetings letter Allen received from Cawein. Allen also mentions that he has finished his trilogy. Also mentions Cawein's poem "Avalon."
American Institute of Graphic Arts; Grolier Club; New York Library; Kellogg, Spencer; Middleton, Richard Barham, 1882-1911; Clark, G.K.; Letters; Letterheads
A letter from the Office Assistant at the Institution wrote to Kellogg of Esquire that they needed more copies of Clark's book. She also mentioned that they had returned books in the mail that she had previously borrowed.
Anthony, Susan B. (Susan Brownell), 1820-1906; National American Woman Suffrage Association; Letters
On National American Women Suffrage Association letterhead. Susan Anthony informs Jessie Anthony that many of their Rochester friends are going back to London. There are two ships going and Susan Anthony will be on one of them, she invited Jessie...
Anthony, Susan B. (Susan Brownell), 1820-1906; Poetry; Letters; Illness
Mary Anthony writes to her cousin Jessie Anthony about Jessie's new membership to the Rochester Political Equality Club. Anthony also tells Jessie about a Character Party she and her sister attended. She also remarks on the loss of their cousin,...
Anthony, Susan B. (Susan Brownell), 1820-1906; Sanders, W. F. (Wilbur F.); National American Woman Suffrage Association; Letters
On National American Women Suffrage letterhead, from Rochester New York. Susan Anthony asks her friend Mrs. Wilbur Sanders for the membership dues in Montana for the Association. She also mentions a convention in Washington. Anthony says she hopes...
Astor, John Jacob, 1763-1848; Clippings (Books, newspapers, etc.); Collecteana files
A folder used formally for holding signatures has a cutout of the typed description of Astor's letter to Sir William Johnson about Johnson's legal papers and the Indian lands. Perkins' notes are on the back.
Astor, John Jacob, 1763-1848; Letters; Seals (Closures); Sealing-wax
Astor writes about some sort of trouble with the law that either he or some of his friends are in. He talks of trials and such. Astor seems to be worried that a bill he wants to pass will get rejected. Pages 3 and 4 have remnants of red sealing...
Astor, John Jacob, 1763-1848; Napoleonic Wars, 1800-1815; Letters
Astor is writing in response to a request for ships to be built for Daschkoff. The requested boats would be nearly impossible for Astor and the other requests seemed too difficult as well. The boat was to go to Russia, carrying the General. A...
Atherton, Gertrude Franklin Horn, 1857-1948; Letters
Gertrude Atherton is talking to Mr. Stoldart about her book. She seems to be exploring her options, talking to other people who will publish her book, even though she said she likes the magazine that Stoldart works for.
Atherton, Gertrude Franklin Horn, 1857-1948; Transcriptions; Collecteana files
In this letter, Atherton remarks upon the stress that comes with writing books and its effect on her life. Also, while venting her frustrations about the business side of authorship, she interjects, "I loathe business!"
Atherton, Gertrude Franklin Horn, 1857-1948; Visiting cards
Atherton calls on a business associate to discuss a book that she is writing for a Sunday evening at nine o'clock. The note is written on a personalized calling card.
In this 1842 April 30 letter, Dickens writes to Asbury Dickins to thank him for his help in arranging a meeting with President Tyler. He also writes that both he and Mrs. Dickens have safely reached Niagara Falls, where the letter was written. On...
George Bancroft is thanking Fanny for a gift she made him for New Years. The way he describes the present, as well as the way he describes Fanny, shows that he has feelings for her. He invites her to come visit. In the corner of the letter there is...
Bancroft, George, 1800-1891; Roosevelt, Henry L.; Anniversaries; Clippings (Books, newspapers, etc.); United States Naval Academy; Collecteana files
This article is an overview of a ceremony held by Henry L. Roosevelt honoring George Bancroft. It lists Bancroft's accomplishments, such as starting the Naval Academy at Annapolis and sending General Zachary Taylor to war in the Gulf.
Bancroft, George, 1800-1891; Roosevelt, Henry L.; Anniversaries; Clippings (Books, newspapers, etc.); United States Naval Academy; Collecteana files
The Naval Academy at Annapolis put on a 90th celebration. They honored George Bancroft, "Father of the Naval Academy," for starting the school without support from others. Henry Roosevelt also came to speak and there was a mock-battle set up.
