Papers, 1911-1966 (bulk 1926-1960).

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Papers, 1911-1966 (bulk 1926-1960).

Collection contains correspondence (1927-1960), speeches (1916-1930 and undated), newspaper clippings of the column "Making Conversation" (1933-1935), and memorabilia primarily documenting Smith's speaking engagements and editorial opinions.

1 linear ft. (2 boxes)

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SNAC Resource ID: 7033794

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library

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Copley Press, inc.

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Smith, Emil Griffiths.

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Smith, Mayme Jeanette.

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Smith, Arthur E., 1880-1978

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Acclaimed as the master violin maker of the 20th century, Arthur E. Smith's string instruments were sought by violinists world wide. A. E. Smith made 200 violins during his working life, the first in Islington, London, at the age of 17. After migrating to Australia in his early 20's, he set up a business in violin making and maintenance, established a shop for string instruments, and trained apprentices. Secrets of his pure-sounding instruments which were compared to the sounds of a Stradivariou...

Smith, Lyda Mockbee.

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