Astor, John Jacob, 1763-1848; Napoleonic Wars, 1800-1815; Madison, James, 1751-1836; United States. President (1809-1817 : Madison); Russia; Clippings (Books, newspapers, etc.); Booksellers' catalogs; Collecteana files
Typed description; In reference to fitting out a ship to carry the exiled French General Moreau to Russia, Astor writes to Daschkoff that he would like to follow his wishes, however Astor points out several flaws in his correspondent's strategies. ...
Garrison, William Lloyd, 1805-1879;Collecteana files; Booksellers' catalogs
This note includes a summary and transcription of Garrison's letter to Susan B. Anthony, as well as purchase information. Perkins dates the letter as "1855?"
Lengthy two page article from the New York Times Magazine describing the life and death of Edmund Kean. The subheading reads "Poverty, Fame and Bitterness Were the Lot of Edmund Kean, Who Passed from the Scene a Century Ago." An inset reproduction...
Perkins' note on the Edmund Kean letter dated 1823 September 4. Includes a transcription of the ltter as well as a short summary and purchase information. Perkins describes the letter as "one page, inlaid".
Keller, Helen, 1880-1968; Empire State Building (New York, N.Y.)
This pamphlet includes a reprinting of Helen Keller's 1932 January 13 letter to Dr. John Finley describing her visit to the Empire State Building. The front cover depicts Keller with her secretary, likely Polly Thompson. A two page spread shows the...
Transcription of letters between Fanny Kemble and John Cooper on the subject of her father's death. The note also includes biographical information on Kemble and purchase information.
