Johnson, Rossiter, 1840-1931

Rossiter Johnson (1840-1931) was an American author and editor. In addition to editing historical and reference works, he wrote biographies, histories and poetry. He and his first wife, Helen Kendrick Johnson (1844-1914), were ardent anti-feminists who belonged to various organizations opposed to women's suffrage. Helen Johnson was also an author and editor.

From the guide to the Rossiter and Helen Kendrick Johnson papers, 1851-1929, 1883-1900, (The New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division.)

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