A biographical sketch of Calamity Jane 1926

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A biographical sketch of Calamity Jane 1926

American author. Typewritten biography of Calamity Jane (Martha J. Canary) with portrait.

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Calamity Jane, 1852-1903

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Calamity Jane, born Martha Jane Canary, was an American frontierswoman, sharpshooter, and storyteller. In addition to many exploits, she was known for being an acquaintance of Wild Bill Hickok. Late in her life, she appeared in Buffalo Bill's Wild West show and at the 1901 Pan-American Exposition. She is said to have exhibited compassion to others, especially to the sick and needy. This facet of her character contrasted with her daredevil ways and helped to make her a noted frontier figure. She ...

Coursey, O. W. (Oscar William), b. 1873

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American author. From the guide to the A biographical sketch of Calamity Jane, 1926, (The New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division.) ...