Blackmore, Richard Doddridge - Correspondence., 01/31/1879-01/31/1879

File — Box: 1, Folder: 1

Identifier: 47920

Series-level Scope and Content Note

From the Series:

(Folders 1 - 47) This series contains autograph correspondence, manuscripts, and ephemera pertaining to a variety of notable British and American figures in the arts and sciences. Arrangement is alphabetical by individual name.

Dates

01/31/1879-01/31/1879

Collection-level Access Restrictions

Most manuscripts collections at the Georgetown University Booth Family Center for Special Collections are open to researchers; however, restrictions may apply to some collections. Collections stored off site require a minimum of three days for retrieval. For use of all manuscripts collections, researchers are advised to contact the Booth Family Center for Special Collections in advance of any visit.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.5 Linear Feet (1 box)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Shelf Location

08/10/07

Container Summary

Contains ALS from the author of "Lorna Doone," to "Dear Dr. Cook,...I venture to send you a more sprightly lay." This was to Keningale Cook, editor of The University Magazine, and publisher of Blackmore's well-known poem, "Dominus Illuminatio Meo (In memoriam M.F.G.)." The latter was Mary Frances Gordon, Blackmore's maternal aunt who died December 1878.

Subjects and Associated Physical Materials

BLACKMORE, RICHARD DODDRIDGE - CORRESPONDENCE TO COOK, KENINGALE: Autographed Letter

COOK, KENINGALE - CORRESPONDENCE FROM BLACKMORE, R.D.: Autographed Letter