John L. Foley., 12/12/1934-06/17/1952

File — Box: 1, Folder: 39

Identifier: 92273

Series-level Scope and Content Note

From the Series:

This series consists of correspondence written to Theodore Maynard arranged alphabetically by author. This series also includes some manuscripts and photographs arranged alphabetically along with the correspondence.

Dates

12/12/1934-06/17/1952

Conditions Governing Access

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: 18 Linear Feet (15 boxes)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Shelf Location

16/16/03

Container Summary

1 ALS dated 12/12/1934 from John Foley to Theodore Maynard thanking him for visiting his school and sending biographical information about poet ThomasJones, Jr. Enclosed are two newspaper clippings regarding Jones. 1 ALS dated 3/9/1935 from Foley to Maynard regarding an evening with the Catholic Poetry Society, his upcoming reading, and his appreciation of Jones. 1 ALS dated 12/11/1937 from Foley to Maynard regarding Foley's book, Shadow of the Perfect Rose. 1 ALS dated 12/15/1937 from Foley to Maynard regarding the name Maynard will be using for his review. 1 ALS dated 12/18/1937 from Foley to Maynard regarding the book Shadow of the Perfect Rose and Maynard's review of it. 1 Telegram dated 12/19/1937 from Foley to Maynard regarding Foley's friendship with Jones. Newspaper clipping, Letters to The Times by Spencer Miller Jr. dated 6/17/1952 titled "Tribute to John L. Foley: Selfless Life of Teacher and Influence of Youth are Commended."

Subjects and Associated Physical Materials

MAYNARD, THEODORE - CORRESP. FROM FOLEY, JOHN L. (1934-37): Autographed Letter

FOLEY, JOHN L. - CORRESP. TO MAYNARD, THEODORE (1934-37): Autographed Letter

JONES, THOMAS, JR. - REF. IN CORRESP. BY FOLEY, JOHN L. (1934-37): Autographed Letter

JONES, THOMAS, JR. - NEWSPAPER CLIPPINGS (1934-37): Autographed Letter

CATHOLIC POETRY SOCIETY (NY) - REF. IN CORRESP. BY FOLEY, JOHN (1935): Autographed Letter