Lummis, Charles Fletcher, 1859-1928

Charles F. Lummis (1859-1928) was born in Lynn, Massachusettts. He became an editor for the Los Angeles Times on February 1, 1884, working for Harrison Gray Otis. He promoted interest in the American Southwest with his photography and articles. Lummis helped found the Southwest Museum in Los Angeles and the School of American Research in Santa Fe. The items from librarian Mary Sarber concern her research of Mr. Lummis' writings.

From the guide to the Charles F. Lummis Collection, S27. 1., 1889-1994 and undated, (Southwest Collection/Special Collections Library, Texas Tech University)

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