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William Kent (March 29, 1864 – March 13, 1928); married to Elizabeth Sherman Thacher on February 26, 1890; Sherman Day Thacher was his brother-in-law
Elizabeth Thacher Kent (September 22, 1868 – August 14, 1952); environmentalist; women's rights activist; daughter of Yale professor Thomas Anthony Thacher; married William Kent, 1890, relocated to California; William later became congressman; had 7 children, including Sherman Kent (Yale professor), Roger Kent (US politician), Adaline Kent (artist); Kents purchased 611 acres of land and donated 295 acres to the federal government, which later became Muir Woods; Elizabeth T. Kent and John Muir were good friends; moved to DC, 1911; became involved in the Woman's Suffrage movement; arrested in 1917 for picketing the White House; president, Marin County chapter of Women's International League for Peace and Freedom
Elizabeth Thacher Kent (b. Sept. 22, 1868–d. Aug. 14, 1952) was an environmentalist and women's rights activist. Born Elizabeth Sherman Thacher, she was the daughter of Thomas Anthony Thacher. Her brother was Sherman Day Thacher and she was a descendant of Founding Father Roger Sherman. She married William Kent in 1890 and relocated to California. Together she had seven children, including professor Sherman Kent, politician Roger Kent, and artist Adaline Kent.
The Kents purchased 611 acres of land and donated 295 acres to the federal government, which later became Muir Woods; Elizabeth and John Muir were good friends. The Kents moved to Washington, DC, 1911 when William was elected to Congress. There, she became involved in the Woman's Suffrage movement and was arrested in 1917 for picketing the White House. Later, she became the president of the Marin County chapter of Women's International League for Peace and Freedom.
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William Kent (March 29, 1864 – March 13, 1928); married to Elizabeth Sherman Thacher on February 26, 1890; Sherman Day Thacher was his brother-in-law
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Elizabeth Thacher Kent (September 22, 1868 – August 14, 1952); environmentalist; women's rights activist; daughter of Yale professor Thomas Anthony Thacher; married William Kent, 1890, relocated to California; William later became congressman; had 7 children, including Sherman Kent (Yale professor), Roger Kent (US politician), Adaline Kent (artist); Kents purchased 611 acres of land and donated 295 acres to the federal government, which later became Muir Woods; Elizabeth T. Kent and John Muir were good friends; moved to DC, 1911; became involved in the Woman's Suffrage movement; arrested in 1917 for picketing the White House; president, Marin County chapter of Women's International League for Peace and Freedom
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Sister-in-law of Leigh Hunt.
From the description of Letter, [ca. Oct. 1823] : to "My Dear Marian" [Marianne Kent Hunt]. (Bryn Mawr College). WorldCat record id: 24831364
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Wikipedia article, William Kent (accessed Nov. 13, 2018)
William Kent (March 29, 1864 – March 13, 1928); married to Elizabeth Sherman Thacher on February 26, 1890; Sherman Day Thacher was his brother-in-law
Wikipedia article, Elizabeth Thacher Kent (accessed Nov. 13, 2018)
Elizabeth Thacher Kent (September 22, 1868 – August 14, 1952); environmentalist; women's rights activist; daughter of Yale professor Thomas Anthony Thacher; married William Kent, 1890, relocated to California; William later became congressman; had 7 children, including Sherman Kent (Yale professor), Roger Kent (US politician), Adaline Kent (artist); Kents purchased 611 acres of land and donated 295 acres to the federal government, which later became Muir Woods; Elizabeth T. Kent and John Muir were good friends; moved to DC, 1911; became involved in the Woman's Suffrage movement; arrested in 1917 for picketing the White House; president, Marin County chapter of Women's International League for Peace and Freedom
The papers consist of correspondence, writings, topical files, biographical files, scrapbooks, and other material relating to William Kent's businesses, political activities, and family. The papers document his activities as a municipal reformer in Chicago and Northern California; his interests in conservation, recreation, and public control of water power; his campaigns for election to Congress; his service in the U.S. House of Representatives and on the U.S. Tariff Commission; and his business interests in cattle ranches in Nebraska and Nevada. The papers also include materials relating to the activities of Kent's wife, Elizabeth Thacher Kent, Mrs. Kent's family, and the Kent children and grandchildren. Papers of Elizabeth Thacher Kent document her interests in women's suffrage, the Equal Rights Amendment, and international peace and her participation in the National Woman's Party and the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom.
Kent, William, 1864-1928. William Kent family papers, 1768-1961 (inclusive).
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Kent, Elizabeth Thacher, 1868-1952
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Portraits of women suffragists from the Anne Henrietta Martin papers [graphic]. ca. 1840-ca. 1920, bulk 1900-1920
Martin, Anne, 1875-1951. Portraits of women suffragists from the Anne Henrietta Martin papers [graphic].
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Portraits of women suffragists from the Anne Henrietta Martin papers [graphic]. ca. 1840-ca. 1920, bulk 1900-1920
Chiefly early-to-mid 20th century copy photographs of studio portraits of various women suffragists, many of whom were prominent in the movement. Includes some original snapshots of prominent individuals taken in Brighton, England, in 1910. Some original photographic portraits also present.
ArchivalResource:
ca. 70 photographic prints : b&w ; various sizes.
Martin, Anne, 1875-1951. Portraits of women suffragists from the Anne Henrietta Martin papers [graphic].
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Kent, Elizabeth Thacher, 1868-1952
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Sherman Kent papers 1763-1991 1918-1986
Sherman Kent papers, 1763-1991, 1918-1986
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Sherman Kent papers 1763-1991 1918-1986
The papers consist of correspondence, writings, research notes, teaching materials, clippings and other printed material, photographs, and memorabilia which document the personal life and professional career of Sherman Kent. The papers highlight Kent's student years and teaching career at Yale and his lifelong research in French history. Kent's career in intelligence is also represented in these papers, though they contain no official records from the O.S.S. or the C.I.A..
Anne T. Kent California Room Collection c.1875-Present 1885-Present
Anne T. Kent California Room Collection, c.1875-Present, 1885-Present
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Anne T. Kent California Room Collection c.1875-Present 1885-Present
Archive dedicated to collecting and preserving information on local, regional and state history with a strong emphasis on the history and culture of Marin County. Special collections include: The Dr. Leo Stanley Collection on San Quentin Prison; The Stinson Family Collection; The Kent Family Collection; Frank Lloyd Wright and the Marin County Civic Center; Mountain Play Collection; California Motion Picture Corporation Collection.
Anne T. Kent California Room Collection, c.1875-Present, 1885-Present
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Kent, Elizabeth Thacher, 1868-1952
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William Kent family papers 1768-1961
William Kent family papers, 1768-1961
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William Kent family papers 1768-1961
The papers consist of correspondence, writings, topical files, biographical files, scrapbooks, and other material relating to William Kent's businesses, political activities, and family. The papers document his activities as a municipal reformer in Chicago and Northern California; his interests in conservation, recreation, and public control of water power; his campaigns for election to Congress; his service in the U.S. House of Representatives and on the U.S. Tariff Commission; and his business interests in cattle ranches in Nebraska and Nevada. The papers also include materials relating to the activities of Kent's wife, Elizabeth Thacher Kent, Mrs. Kent's family, and the Kent children and grandchildren. Papers of Elizabeth Thacher Kent document her interests in women's suffrage, the Equal Rights Amendment, and international peace and her participation in the National Woman's Party and the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom.
Kent, Elizabeth. The political theories of Oliver Cromwell.
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Kent, Elizabeth
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Correspondence and miscellaneous papers, [ca. 1801-1861]
Correspondence and miscellaneous papers, [ca. 1801-1861]
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Correspondence and miscellaneous papers, [ca. 1801-1861]
Included is correspondence to and from Hunt. Correspondents include Mary Shelley, Jane Hogg, George Henry Lewes, J.W. Dalby, W.H. Ainsworth, Elizabeth Kent, Thomas Jefferson Hogg, Charles Ollier, William Tait, William Allingham, Marianne Hunt, Thornton Hunt, Anne Thackeray, Dina (Rosalind) W. Hunt, John Hunt, and others. Also, a drawing of Hunt's birthplace, ca.1860; galley proofs of Hunt's article, "The Old Court Suburb," 1855; a notebook; miscellaneous memos; and manuscripts are also included.
Hunt, Leigh, 1784-1859. Correspondence and miscellaneous papers, [ca. 1801-1861]
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Kent, Elizabeth
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J. A. Hessey manuscript material : 1 item, 1818
Hessey, J. A. (James Augustus), 1785-1870. J. A. Hessey manuscript material : 1 item, 1818
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J. A. Hessey manuscript material : 1 item, 1818
· To John Taylor, publisher and writer (his business partner) : 1 autograph letter signed : 17 Mar 1818 : (H'ANA 0091) : relating to the copyright and profits of Leigh Hunt's Story or Rimini; Hunt's money had been sent via Bessie Kent, who explained that Shelley had neglected to tell Hunt the money was due immediately. With a copied extract of a letter from Shelley to Hunt relating to the situation. Filed with (LH 0076), along with other letters relating to Hunt's business with Taylor and Hessey.
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James Kent Papers 1779-1854 (bulk 1798-1847)
Jurist and legal commentator. Correspondence, including family letters, journals of official and personal travels, diplomas, and commissions pertaining primarily to Kent's service as judge of the New York supreme court and as chancellor of the New York court of chancery.
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1,500 items; 17 containers plus 4 oversize; 7 linear feet; 7 microfilm reels
Clare, John, 1793-1864. Letters : Helpstone, to James Hessey, London, 1820 and 1823 July 17.
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Kent, Elizabeth
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Papers, 1936-1945 (inclusive).
Cleghorn, Sarah Norcliffe, 1876-1959. Papers, 1936-1945 (inclusive).
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Papers, 1936-1945 (inclusive).
Letters from Cleghorn to her friend Elizabeth Kent, professor of English at Russell Sage College re: Cleghorn's work, her plans to visit Kent, and mutual friends. Also 22 sonnets Cleghorn wrote for Kent (1938), articles by Cleghorn, and parts of the galley proofs for her book, The Seamless Robe.
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