Priestley, John Boyton (1894-1984)., 12/24/1931-12/24/1931
Collection-level Scope and Content Note
The Ralph Straus papers consist of 19 folders of individual correspondence received from numerous well-known British writers and artists. Arrangement is alphabetical by surname. Content is social as well as literary with references to Straus' books.
Abrreviations used include RS (Ralph Strauss); ALS (autograph letter signed); AMsS (autograph manuscript signed); TLS (typed letter signed); TMs (typed manuscript).
Dates
- 12/24/1931-12/24/1931
Collection-level Access Restrictions
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Extent
From the Collection: 0.25 Linear Feet (1 box)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Shelf Location
08/11/03
Container Summary
Contains TLS to Straus from British writer J.B. Priestley. "Just to remind you that you promised to come to the luch that Charles Evans and I are giving Charles Norris....at the Garrick Club." Charles G. S. Norris was the noted American writer (1881-1945).
Subjects and Associated Physical Materials
PRIESTLEY, JOHN BOYNTON - CORRESPONDENCE TO STRAUS: Typed Letter Signed
NORRIS, CHARLES G.S. - REFERENCE: Typed Letter Signed
Repository Details
Part of the Georgetown University Manuscripts Repository
Lauinger Library, 5th Floor
37th and O Streets, N.W.
Washington DC 20057
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