Emerson, Ellen Tucker.

Ellen Tucker Emerson (1839-1909) was the eldest surviving child of Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882) and Lidian Jackson Emerson (1802-1892).

From the description of Letters, 1863-1865. (American Antiquarian Society). WorldCat record id: 191276046

Daughter of R.W. Emerson; b. 1839; d. 1909.

From the description of Autograph letter signed : Concord, to Mr. Channing, 1882 Aug. 21. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270614252

Second child and elder daughter of philosopher, essayist, poet, and lecturer Ralph Waldo Emerson and his second wife, Lidian (Jackson) Emerson. Born Feb. 24, 1839 in Concord, Mass., where she spent her life; died in Milton, Mass., Jan. 14, 1909. Member of Concord's School Committee, of First Parish (where she taught Sunday school for over forty years), and of various other Concord organizations. Acted as organizer and hostess of social events, including public dances held in Town Hall. (Some music in collection is believed to have been used at these sociables.).

(Cont.) Assisted Emerson during mental and physical decline of his final decade.

From the description of Ellen Tucker Emerson music collection, 1855-1894. (Concord Public Library). WorldCat record id: 32843094