Iris Gilmore papers, 1897-1982.

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Iris Gilmore papers, 1897-1982.

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The Iris Gilmore papers contain manuscripts and research notes of several of her books including fiction works as well as non-fiction. Non-fiction topics relate to Colorado including the history of the Pikes Peak region and of the Ute Indians and Chief Ouray. There is information about her relative Benjamin West, a well-known early American painter. There is some information related to Gilmore's activity with KOA Radio in Denver. Also included is a file of Anna Broady Haggard, a former University of Wyoming trustee and Cheyenne socialite, and there are photographs of Wyoming Senator Joseph C. O'Mahoney and his wife Agnes. Copies of some of her books are included.

1 cubic ft. (1 box)

Univerisity of Wyoming. American Heritage Center.

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Univerisity of Wyoming. American Heritage Center.

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Haggard, Anna Broady.

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Gimore, Iris.

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Iris Pavey Gilmore was an author of more than a dozen books, many of which were non-fictional books for juveniles. She also wrote several books related to Colorado topics and history. She co-authored many of her books with Marian Talmadge. Iris Gilmore was born in Illinois in 1900 and received a B.A. in education and drama in 1921 and an M.A. in 1944 from the University of Denver. She was a writer and player for KOA radio shows in Denver in the 1920s and 1930s. She also was involved with childre...

West, Benjamin, 1738-1820

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American-born artist who was a charter member of the Royal Academy. From the description of ADS, 1819 November 12 : Kings Warehouse Customs, London. (Copley Press, J S Copley Library). WorldCat record id: 16853753 American historical painter. From the description of Autograph letter signed : London, to "Sir", a gentleman with whose family his "friend and Relation Joshua Gilpin" is forming a connection in marriage, 1800 Jun. 10. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 2705...