Charles F. Lummiscollection, 1559-1973

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Charles F. Lummiscollection, 1559-1973

The collection includes correspondence (1879-1928), biographicalmaterials and memorabilia (1884-1973), photographs (1889-1928), and historicalmaterials (1559-1932), including original and typescript historical documentsmainly from Spain and California.

2.1 linear feet

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SNAC Resource ID: 6633895

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Lummis, Charles Fletcher, 1859-1928

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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...