Merrifield, Richard., 01/01/1954-01/31/1967

File — Box: 3, Folder: 4

Identifier: 85664

Series-level Scope and Content Note

From the Series:

Contains correspondence of Margaret K. Bearden and others, together with printed materials regarding the Lincoln Assassination. Arranged in alphabetical order by correspondent or subject.

Dates

01/01/1954-01/31/1967

Collection-level Access Restrictions

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Extent

From the Collection: 8 Linear Feet (7 boxes)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Container Summary

Correspondence dated 1954-1967 between Margaret K. Bearden and Richard Merrifield, editor of "Yankee Magazine," regarding Merrifield's family which is related to John Wilkes Booth. Also includes correspondence with Gail Merrifield with mention of David Rankin Barbee.

Subjects and Associated Physical Materials

MERRIFIELD, RICHARD - CORRESP. W/ BEARDEN, MARGARET K. (1954-1967): Typed Letter Signed

MERRIFIELD, GAIL - CORRESP. W/ BEARDEN, MARGARET K. (1954-1967): Typed Letter Signed