Papers, 1858-1912.

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Papers, 1858-1912.

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The bulk of the collection, professional correspondence and manuscripts by Tetlow, pertain to his tenure as headmaster of the classical high schools for girls in the Boston public school system. Includes letters from colleagues, students, and former students; letters and petitions concerning a controversial teacher transfer; and letters on his resignations; as well as correspondence relating to his work on educational committees and in Latin scholarship. Manuscripts are on educational topics including higher education for girls and teaching Latin. Third party correspondence concerns Tetlow. Also contains lecture notes, his own student papers, memorials to Tetlow, clippings and printed material.

6 boxes (3 linear ft.)

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Girls' Latin School (Boston, Mass.)

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Opened in 1878, Girls' Latin School was the first college preparatory high school for girls in the United States, and the fourth public high school for girls. In 1972, boys were admitted for the first time to Girls' Latin School; in 1975 the name was changed to Boston Latin Academy. From the description of Records of the Girls' Latin School, 1876-2003 (inclusive). (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 430656463 ...

Girls' High School (Boston, Mass.).

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Tetlow, John, 1843-1911

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Tetlow, an educator, was the headmaster of the Boston Girls' High and Girls' Latin Schools. He was at Girls' Latin from its founding in 1878 until 1910. Tetlow was active in educational associations and wrote or edited books on Latin language and literature for high school students. From the description of Papers, 1858-1912. (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 122520511 From the guide to the John Tetlow papers, 1858-1912., (Houghton Library, Harvard College Library, Ha...