Papers, 1916-1966.

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Papers, 1916-1966.

Collection includes photocopies of songs written by Kelly; memorabilia from the 100th anniversary of Prospect Park; biographical and genealogical notes, news clippings, notes, letters, and documents regarding Winston Churchill's mother, Jennie Jerome, who was born in Brooklyn; and programs and photos from the Long Island Historical Society's testimonial dinner for Kelly.

.3 linear ft.

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Long Island Historical Society

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In 1896 several influential individuals in Brooklyn, New York, decided to collect authentic authoritative materials relating to the past and present history of Brooklyn and its inhabitants. Therefore, on June 28, 1897, The Hon. Frederick W. Wurster, mayor of the city (of Brooklyn, New York), authorized the Long Island Historical Society to compile information covering the Dutch and English records of the earliest settled towns in Brooklyn which included Midwout (later Flatbush), Brooklyn, Amersf...

Kelly, James A., 1885-1971.

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Borough Historian of Brooklyn. From the description of Papers, 1916-1966. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 155451431 ...

Churchill, Randolph Spencer, Lady, 1854-1921

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