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Rowe, George F. (George Fawcett),. Autograph letter signed from George F. Rowe, New York, to Frederick E. Partington [manuscript], 1887 January 18.

Title: Autograph letter signed from George F. Rowe, New York, to Frederick E. Partington [manuscript], 1887 January 18.

He will do his best to send the number of volumes Partington desires. On letterhead of the Lotos Club. Letter is undated but an annotation on verso in an unidentified hand gives date as Jan 18/87. Addressed to [F.P.?] Partington; recipient is possibly Frederick E. Partington.

ArchivalResource: 2 leaves ; 21 x 13 cm.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/651995591 View

Century Company records

Title: Century Company records

The Century Company published the Century Illustrated Monthly Magazine, which was widely regarded as the best general periodical of its time, performing a role as cultural arbiter during the 1880s and 1890s. It was founded in New York City in 1881 and also published the children's magazine St. Nicholas, dictionaries, and books. The Century Company records date from 1870 to the 1930s and chiefly contain correspondence with contributors, readers, public figures, and literary agents. A number of manuscripts and proofs in the collection are extensively edited and taken with annotations on letters provide a detailed record of the outlook, standards, and functions of the company.

ArchivalResource: 60.4 linear feet; 151 boxes

http://archives.nypl.org/mss/504 View

Florence, William Jermyn, 1831-1891,. Autograph letter signed from W.J. Florence, New York, to Frederick E. Partington [manuscript], 1888 April 9.

Title: Autograph letter signed from W.J. Florence, New York, to Frederick E. Partington [manuscript], 1888 April 9.

Concerning the [Arthur Winter] Memorial Library. Addressed from the 5th Avenue Hotel, New York.

ArchivalResource: 2 leaves ; 18 x 12 cm.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/688486353 View

Partington, Frederick E., d. 1924,. Autograph and typed letters signed from Frederick E. Partington to William Winter, New York [manuscript], 1886-1910.

Title: Autograph and typed letters signed from Frederick E. Partington to William Winter, New York [manuscript], 1886-1910.

ArchivalResource: 34 items.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/610571027 View

Partington, Frederick E., d. 1924,. Autograph letter signed from Frederick E. Partington, Forest Glen, to William Winter, New Brighton, New York [manuscript], 1916 March 19.

Title: Autograph letter signed from Frederick E. Partington, Forest Glen, to William Winter, New Brighton, New York [manuscript], 1916 March 19.

Partington indicates his regrets that he could not attend the Winter testimonial, but he says Mrs. Partington brought him back "the story of that wonderful afternoon." Written on letterhead of the National Park Seminary. Accompanied by envelope addressed to Winter at Third Avenue, New Brighton, Staten Island, New York.

ArchivalResource: 2 leaves ; 20 x 13 cm.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/428983524 View

Partington, Frederick E., d. 1924,. Autograph letter signed from Frederick E. Partington, Norwich, to William Winter, New Brighton, New York [manuscript], 1913 July 6.

Title: Autograph letter signed from Frederick E. Partington, Norwich, to William Winter, New Brighton, New York [manuscript], 1913 July 6.

Letter concerns Partington's travels in England, with particular attention to the "fête to Borrow's memory." Mentions seeing Augustin Birrell and Sir Sidney Lee. Also mentions a visit to Woodbridge "to look about Fitzgerald's haunts." Written on letterhead of the Maid's Head Hotel, Norwich and addressed "My dear Herr Doctor." Accompanied by envelope addressed to Winter at Third Avenue, New Brighton, New York and forwarded to Soo Nipi Park P.O., Lake Sunapee, New Hampshire.

ArchivalResource: 1 item ; 21 x 13 cm.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/428982396 View

Winter, William, 1836-1917,. Autograph letter signed from William Winter, New York, to T. Edgar Pemberton, Broadway [manuscript], 1904 May 23.

Title: Autograph letter signed from William Winter, New York, to T. Edgar Pemberton, Broadway [manuscript], 1904 May 23.

Winter writes that Frederick E. Partington and his wife will be visiting England and are to bear his greetings to Pemberton, as Winter requested they do so. On letterhead of the Arthur Winter Memorial Library, Staten Island Academy, New York. With accompanying envelope addressed to Pemberton at Broadway, Worcester.

ArchivalResource: 2 leaves ; 21 x 13 cm.

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Winter, William, 1836-1917,. Autograph letters signed from William Winter to Frederick E. Partington [manuscript], 1890-1917.

Title: Autograph letters signed from William Winter to Frederick E. Partington [manuscript], 1890-1917.

Addressed from Edinburgh, New York and Mentone, California.

ArchivalResource: 14 items.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/593197821 View

Partington, Frederick E., d. 1924,. Autograph letter signed from Frederick E. Partington, Forest Glen, to William Winter, New Brighton, New York [manuscript], 1910 April 23.

Title: Autograph letter signed from Frederick E. Partington, Forest Glen, to William Winter, New Brighton, New York [manuscript], 1910 April 23.

Partington indicates that "pretty revelries are going on in various parts of the grounds to mark the occasion" of Shakespeare's birth. States that Bowdoin was lucky to have Winter for the Longfellow day. Indicates that the Mansfield books have been "a great delight." Accompanied by envelope addressed to Winter at 17, Third Avenue, New Brighton, S.I., New York.

ArchivalResource: 2 leaves ; 20 x 13 cm.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/428983071 View

Irving, Henry, Sir, 1838-1905,. Telegrams from Henry Irving to Frederick E. Partington [manuscript], 1887, 1900.

Title: Telegrams from Henry Irving to Frederick E. Partington [manuscript], 1887, 1900.

(1) Irving will be at the Star Theatre tomorrow and will be very glad to see Partington then; addressed from Irving in New York. Annotation on verso in an unidentified hand: "EHB. I remember your love for autographs etc - and send you, therefore, this." (2) Irving regrets that there is no possibility of getting over because of work during the last 5 days of tour; addressed from Philadelphia. Both telegrams addressed to Partington at the Staten Island Academy.

ArchivalResource: 2 items.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/667628092 View

David B. Hill Papers, 1885-1910

Title: David B. Hill Papers 1885-1910

New York State Governor, 1885-1891; U.S. Senator, 1891-1897. Collection contains incoming and outgoing correspondence (chiefly political), legal papers and memorabilia.

ArchivalResource: 0.5 linear ft.

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Benjamin Penhollow Shillaber Collection, 1857-1890

Title: Benjamin Penhollow Shillaber Collection 1857-1890

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http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaxtf/view?docId=uva-sc/viu00459.xml View

Dodge, Mary Mapes, 1830-1905. Mary Mapes Dodge letter to Frederick E. Partington, 1893 Feb. 21.

Title: Mary Mapes Dodge letter to Frederick E. Partington, 1893 Feb. 21.

Mary Mapes Dodge writes to Frederick E. Partington, 21 Feb. 1893, declining an invitation to attend an occasion honoring G.W. Curtis due to illness in her family, with sincere praise for Curtis.

ArchivalResource: 2 p.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/71802251 View

Partington, Frederick E. (Frederick Eugene), d. 1924. Trade catalogs of travel, 1851-1936.

Title: Trade catalogs of travel, 1851-1936.

Brochures, guidebooks, maps, and other ephemera relating to travel or description of places and hotels in New York and North Carolina.

ArchivalResource: 60 items (1 box) : ill.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/122641670 View

Benjamin Penhollow Shillaber Collection

Title: Benjamin Penhollow Shillaber Collection

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http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaxtf/view?docId=uva-sc/viu00462.xml View

Partington, Frederick E., d. 1924,. Autograph letter signed from Frederick E. Partington, New York, to William Jefferson Winter [manuscript], 1917 October 12.

Title: Autograph letter signed from Frederick E. Partington, New York, to William Jefferson Winter [manuscript], 1917 October 12.

Concerning Winter's wishes regarding the Library (presumably the Arthur Winter Memorial Library). On letterhead of the Staten Island Academy and Latin School, Stapleton, New York.

ArchivalResource: 1 leaf ; 22 x 14 cm.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/667628285 View

Jefferson, Joseph, 1829-1905,. Autograph letters signed from Joseph Jefferson to Frederick E. Partington [manuscript], 1887-1893.

Title: Autograph letters signed from Joseph Jefferson to Frederick E. Partington [manuscript], 1887-1893.

(1) He encloses a check for the Arthur Winter Memorial Library; on letterhead of New Iberia, La. (2) Suggests a date for the "Discourse," which he would like to begin at 8; addressed from the 5th Ave Hotel.

ArchivalResource: 2 items.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/667627239 View

Bates, Blanche, 1873-1941,. Autograph letter signed from Blanche Bates to Frederick E. Partington [manuscript], 1903 May 20.

Title: Autograph letter signed from Blanche Bates to Frederick E. Partington [manuscript], 1903 May 20.

Bates writes to cancel an appointment because she had a bad accident with her horse this morning. Addressed from the Hotel Wellington. Letter dated Wednesday; the date May 20 / 03 is written in another hand on the first leaf.

ArchivalResource: 2 leaves ; 15 x 12 cm.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/667627068 View

Partington, Frederick E., d. 1924,. Autograph letter initialed from Frederick E. Partington, New York, to Elizabeth B. Partington, Detroit [manuscript], 1896 May 28.

Title: Autograph letter initialed from Frederick E. Partington, New York, to Elizabeth B. Partington, Detroit [manuscript], 1896 May 28.

Describes a daydream in great detail; follows with several questions and brief notes. Initials are partially illegible; handwriting appears to be that of Frederick E. Partington. With accompanying envelope addressed to Mrs. Elizabeth B. Partington, c/o Edward Woodruff, Esq., 1055 Jefferson Av., Detroit, Mich. Letterhead on envelope of The Staten Island Academy, St. George, New Brighton, New York.

ArchivalResource: 2 leaves ; 21 x 13 cm.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/667626372 View

Gilbert, John, 1810-1889,. Autograph letter signed from John Gilbert, New York, to Frederick E. Partington [manuscript], 1887 January 11.

Title: Autograph letter signed from John Gilbert, New York, to Frederick E. Partington [manuscript], 1887 January 11.

Gilbert sympathizes with his "dear friend Winter in his bereavement." He would be happy to make a selection of $50 if Partington would send him a list of books he suggests; he is likely referring to the establishment of the Arthur Winter Memorial Library. Addressed from "The Winchester" 1244 Broadway, New York.

ArchivalResource: 2 leaves ; 18 x 12 cm.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/688485876 View

Pond, James B. (James Burton), 1838-1903,. Typed letter signed from James B. Pond, New York, to Frederick E. Partington, New York [manuscript], 1897 March 18.

Title: Typed letter signed from James B. Pond, New York, to Frederick E. Partington, New York [manuscript], 1897 March 18.

He is glad his lecture pleased Partington; praises William Winter. On letterhead of James B. Pond, Everett House, New York. Letter signed from J.B. Pond. Addressed to F.E. Partington, New Brighton, N.Y.

ArchivalResource: 1 leaf ; 28 x 22 cm.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/667624158 View

Partington, Frederick E., d. 1924,. Women authors collection, Do-E, 1865-1997.

Title: Women authors collection, Do-E, 1865-1997.

Single item and one-folder collections of letters and writings by women authors are described in this aggregate record. Included are Rosemary Dobson letter to Charles W. Mann, 1997; Mary Mapes Dodge letter to Frederick E. Partington, 1893; Julia C.R. Donn signed manuscript, 1878; Sarah Doudney letter to Mr. Gibbons, n.d.; five letters and a bar of music by Amelia Ann Blanford Edwards, 1865-1881. Also, two letters from Juliana Horatia Gatty Ewing, 1872 and 1882.

ArchivalResource: 11 items.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/43944869 View

Shillaber, B. P. (Benjamin Penhallow), 1814-1890. Papers of Benjamin Penhallow Shillaber, 1857-1890.

Title: Papers of Benjamin Penhallow Shillaber, 1857-1890.

The collection contains manuscripts of three poems : "A Golden Epithalamium," "A Few Feeble Lines, " and one unidentified; an essay "One of the Old Masters" reminiscing about some schoolboys' prankish revenge on an abusive teacher; a page concerning his famous character Mrs. Partington; a brief autobiography and a quotation. His correspondence includes several letters concerning the character Mrs. Partington. He also discusses Julius Eichberg's "Rose of Tyrol," and friends and acquaintances including a Mrs. Morris Ferris and William Winter and the Winter Memorial Library. He comments on natural disasters and their dubious connection to God, seeks entertainment for an Odd Fellows celebration, solicits a teaching position for his niece, and reflects on his life and health. There are also letters to autograph hunters and invitations to social events. Two photographs of Shillaber are present.

ArchivalResource: 42 items.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/32136485 View

Peary, Robert E. (Robert Edwin), 1856-1920. Robert E. Peary t.l.s. to Frederick Partington, 1905.

Title: Robert E. Peary t.l.s. to Frederick Partington, 1905.

ArchivalResource: 1 item.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/273716046 View

Peary, Robert E. (Robert Edwin), 1856-1920. Robert E. Peary autograph letter signed to Frederick Partington, undated.

Title: Robert E. Peary autograph letter signed to Frederick Partington, undated.

Autograph letter signed "my dear Partington" in reference to giving a lecture.

ArchivalResource: 1 item.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/180187716 View