[Gibbs, Philip (1877-1962)]., 10/05/1935-10/05/1935

File — Box: 1, Folder: 19

Identifier: 57734

Collection-level Scope and Content Note

From the Collection:

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

10/05/1935-10/05/1935

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

Additional Description

Shelf Location

08/11/03

Container Summary

Contains TLS, 2 pp. to RS, signed "Philip." This is possibly the British author and journalist, Philip Gibbs. Refers to RS's recently published novel, "Five Men Go to Prison" (1935). "I have just finished the book. It came by this morning's post and I have not put it down a moment, even for meals..." Also mentions RS's book, "A Whip for a Woman" (1931).

Subjects and Associated Physical Materials

GIBBS, PHILIP (?) - CORRESPONDENCE TO STRAUS: Typed Letter Signed

STRAUS, RALPH - "FIVE MEN GO TO PRISON" (BOOK) REFERENCE: Typed Letter Signed

STRAUS, RALPH - "A WHIP FOR A WOMAN" (BOOK) REFERENCE: Typed Letter Signed