Balfour, Arthur James Balfour, Earl of, 1848-1930; Biographical information; Collecteana files
A biographical history of Balfour, including his many offices including Prime Minister. His books are listed as well as a quote about him visiting with the American officers of the Great War.
Atherton, Gertrude Franklin Horn, 1857-1948; Portraits; Collecteana files
A yellow tinted piece of wood with a portrait of Gertrude Atherton from the side. A partial date and dedication are in the upper right hand corner. On the back has Dawson, from Dawson's Bookstore written on it as well as the date 1932-07-07 in...
Adam writes from Pisa to the men that he has borrowed money from and states his intention to pay it back, but that he also has sent cheese as a temporary gift. He talks of his voyages as well as those of others. The front of the letter has a large...
Archer is speaking to Heinemann about something that they must speed up the process of as well as see it in type. The handwriting is very wide and sloppy.
Archer writes about Oscar Wilde's play, coming out the next week. He seems to be concerned about it making money, and how they would make money if it did not go well. Several friends are mentioned, and at the end he asks who is Miss Rosa Lee?
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...
Beranger, Pierre Jean de, 1780-1857; Translations; Collecteana files
Beranger begins his letter by lightly mocking his friend's laziness, then goes on to reassure Guyardin that his thoughts are often with him. He remarks that he would like to visit Guyardin. There is also a translation of a letter to a Mademoiselle...
Beranger, Pierre Jean de, 1780-1857; Translations; Collecteana files
Beranger writes his friend, Quenescourt, about his recent socializations. Beranger writes with a playful tone to his friend and mocks several of their mutual friends. There are a few typographical errors in this transcription, as well as Perkins'...
Berenson wishes the recipient of this card a happy holiday season. In addition, she provides a handwritten note in which she assures the recipient that Bernard is "fairly well." She signs the letter "Bessie."
Bierce discusses Neale, then decides that it would be a good idea to refrain from talking about Neale because of his feelings towards him. There are some edits made to the text in ink, as well as some notes in pencil.
Envelope from George Ade to Newton MacMillan. MacMillan’s name is handwritten on the front. There are spills and tears on the envelope as well as a red George Washington stamp and a Chicago stamp. Ade's name is written on the back.
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...
Adams, John Quincy, 1767-1848; United States. President (1825-1829 : Adams); Collecteana files; Biographical information; Biographical sources
Handwritten description of Adams' letter, including date, content of letter and where the letter was purchased (Dawson's Book Shop), as well as brief biographical information on Adams' life.
Adams, John Quincy, 1767-1848; United States. President (1825-1829 : Adams); Collecteana files
Handwritten description of and commentary on Adams letter, including approximate date, content of letter and where the letter was purchased (Dawson's Book Shop), as well as partial transcription. Perkins notes that this letter was written while...
