Handwritten letter on off white paper with small black type in upper left corner reading "Hull-House 335 South Halsted Street Chicago". Date of letter is in lower left corner and the writing is clearly seen on reverse.
Ade is returning to writing fables after a long period of retirement. His life is recounted, from being a boy to going to Purdue University. Then it recounts his literary career, beginning with his first fable in slang. He discusses getting older...
Aldrich, Thomas Bailey, 1836-1907; Shaw’s Folly; Transcriptions; Collecteana files
The letter from Aldrich, dated 1899 October 27, concerns his own writing as well as philosophy. The letter is written to Richard Gilder, and thanks him for something.
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...
The article describes Gertrude Atherton's life, both through her writing and though her relationships with her family and lovers. It paints her as a colorful yet controversial being who published 37 books. The date, written in pencil, may be that...
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; Transcriptions; Collecteana files; Biographical information
Perkins notes the spatial and temporal information about this letter, and also states that the letter was from Dawson's Book Shop. There is also some biographical information at the top of the second page. Perkins then transcribes the letter....
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.
This letter is very difficult to read, as the writing is very cramped. The letter is written on sheer gray paper, with slight rips where the paper was creased.
Berenson thanks Frances for the photo that she sent him of herself. He then lets her know that he is writing his publisher about his new book. This letter is written on grayish paper, and there is a watermark at both the top and bottom of the page....
Typed transcription of Bierce's letter to Robertson. In the letter, Bierce encourages her to continue writing short stories, but advises her to stop writing plays until she has more theatrical experience.
Friendly letter to E.C. Stedman following Lang's return to Kensington after three months of travel. Lang writes that "everyone here is talking the old shop, and writing the old [verses?] and eating the conventional luncheon." Lang later asks if a...
Le Gallienne writes to James A. Jenkins, saying there was "really no reason for your writing so hysterically in regard to your account." Le Gallienne goes on to say he will endeavor to make full "or at least most" payment more punctually next time.
In this letter, Masters writes about the difficulties of writing biographies. The letter is typed on beige paper and there are edits made in black ink.
