Autograph letters signed from Stuart Robson, Shreveport and New York, to various recipients [manuscript], 1859-1881.

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Autograph letters signed from Stuart Robson, Shreveport and New York, to various recipients [manuscript], 1859-1881.

(1) is addressed to Mr. Ford and concerns an application for engagement. (2), signed Robson and Crane (presumably William Crane), is a brief note to William Winter, thanking him for his good wishes in respect to their Twelfth night.

2 items ; 20 x 13 cm to 23 x 14 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7328453

Folger Shakespeare Library

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Crane, William H., 1845-1928

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Winter, William, 1836-1917

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American drama critic. From the description of Autograph letter signed, dated : Tompkinsville (Staten Island, N.Y.), 17 April 1886, to Mrs. Tracy, 1886 Apr. 17. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270679284 Massachusetts native William Winter graduated from Harvard law school, but began his career as a journalist. He wrote for numerous journals before securing a position as drama critic at the New York Tribune. In addition to being one of the most influential critics of his day, ...

Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616

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William Shakespeare was likely born April, 23, 1564; he was baptized in Stratford-upon-Avon on April 26, 1564. He grew up, had a family, and bought property in Stratford while working in London, the center of English theater. As an actor, a playwright, and a partner in a leading acting company, he became both prosperous and well-known. His parents were John and Mary Shakespeare. John was a leatherworker and involved in local politics, first becoming an alderman and eventually a town bailiff. ...

Robson, Stuart, 1836-1903

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Stuart Robson (born Henry Robson Stuart), 1836-1903, actor, successful comedian; played "Bertie the Lamb" in "The Henrietta;" teamed up with W.H. Crane, 1877-1889. From the description of Letter to Roy S. Baker, 1898 December 7. (University of Virginia). WorldCat record id: 57240143 ...