Ridgely Torrence., 10/26/1945-12/09/1945

File — Box: 3, Folder: 21

Identifier: 92327

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

10/26/1945-12/09/1945

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 (with envelope) dated 10/26/1945 from Ridgely Torrence to Theodore Maynard including suggestions for the manuscript of Maynard's Collected Poems. References to Van Wyck Brooks and many other poets who are being considered to submit critical comments for the publisher's use. 1 ALS (with envelope) dated 11/15/1945 from Torrence to Maynard regarding the Collected Poems manuscript. Reference to Alfred Noyes. 1 ALS (with envelope) dated 12/9/1945 from Torrence to Maynard regarding the death of Sara Maynard and the Collected Poems manuscript. Reference to Robert Frost and Padraic Colum. 1 envelope postmarked 12/16/1945 addressed from Torrence to Maynard.

Subjects and Associated Physical Materials

TORRENCE, RIDGELY - CORRESP. TO MAYNARD, THEODORE (1945): Autographed Letter

MAYNARD, THEODORE - CORRESP. FROM TORRENCE, RIDGELY (1945): Autographed Letter

BROOKS, VAN WYCK - REF. IN CORRESP. BY TORRENCE, RIDGELY (1945): Autographed Letter

NOYES, ALFRED - REF. IN CORRESP. BY TORRENCE, RIDGELY (1945): Autographed Letter

FROST, ROBERT - REF. IN CORRESP. BY TORRENCE, RIDGELY (1945): Autographed Letter

COLUM, PADRAIC - REF. IN CORRESP. BY TORRENCE, RIDGELY (1945): Autographed Letter

MAYNARD, THEODORE - CORRESP. RE HIS COLLECTED POEMS (1945): Autographed Letter