Correspondence: Moray, Barbara (Countess of)., 03/24/1970-12/17/1971

File — Box: 3, Folder: 44

Identifier: 42244

Series-level Scope and Content Note

From the Series:

(Box 3, Folders 12 -58; Box 4, Folders 1-10) This series of correspondence is by many of Jones' friends and admirers. Written primarily to his long-time friend Harman Grisewood, the letters concern Jones' work and welfare. Arrangement is alphabetical by correspondent. Includes correspondence from Faber and Faber publishers, Cambridge University, the National Library of Wales, and the Ulster Museum, concerning the disposition of his estate, the publication of his written works and exhibition of his art.

Dates

03/24/1970-12/17/1971

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Extent

From the Collection: 5.75 Linear Feet (10 Hollinger boxes: 8 Document Cases, 1 Slim Document Case, 1 Drop-front flat case (20x24"))

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Container Summary

Contains 2 ALS, 1 ACS postcard concerning DJ's welfare. The Countess of Moray was a friend and benefactress of the poet. In a letter (11/5/64) to Rene Hague, DJ wrote of her: "She came to visit me on my birthday...She's a wonderful person and has been very kind to me. I especially love her straightforwardness and total lack of affectation about anything" ("Dai Greatcoat..." p.216).

Subjects and Associated Physical Materials

MORAY, BARBARA (COUNTESS OF) - CORRES. TO GRISEWOOD, HARMAN 1970-71: Autographed Letter

GRISEWOOD, HARMAN - CORRES. FROM MORAY, BARBARA 1970-71: Autographed Letter

JONES, DAVID - WELFARE - REFERENCE: Autographed Letter