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Whitman, Sarah Helen (Power), 1802-1878. A.L.S. to R. W. Griswold, [1848?]

 File — Box: 19, Folder: 1207
Call Number: MS Gris.
Sarah Helen (Power) Whitman autograph letter signed to R. W. Griswold, [1848?]
Sarah Helen (Power) Whitman autograph letter signed to R. W. Griswold, [1848?]

Scope and Contents

N.p. Has been to ill to write. Regrets sending poems in such a "rude state" [for Female Poets of America, 1848]. Lists poems she wants included: "David," "The Sleeping Beauty," "The Lost Church," "The Past," "Summer's Invitation to the Orphan," "How Softly Comes the Summer Wind," and "The Song of Spring." Sends a copy of a biographical notice written by a friend for "Miss May's" collection; also a poem, "Stanzas with a Bridal Ring."

Dates

  • [1848?]

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

From the Collection:

The collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 1285.00 Items

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

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