Papers, 1933-ca. 1940.

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Papers, 1933-ca. 1940.

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Correspondence (1935-1937) and an address book (1933-ca. 1940). Correspondents include writers, and topics include Dreiser's writings, genealogy, a legal case, and investments. Three letters from Charles Yost deal with public opinion of Dreiser's work, particularly in Angola, Ind., where his books were ordered burned. The address book includes the names of well-known writers and publishers. There is also a poem inspired by Paul Dresser's birthplace.

3 folders and 1 bound volume.

Indiana Historical Society Library

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Indiana Historical Society Library

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Dreiser, Theodore, 1871-1945

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Theodore Dreiser was an American literary naturalist and author of two of the most significant works of early twentieth-century American fiction, SISTER CARRIE (1900) and AN AMERICAN TRAGEDY (1925). From the description of The mercy of God : manuscript, [1900-1945?] / by Theodore Dreiser. (Peking University Library). WorldCat record id: 63051908 Editor and author. From the description of Theodore Dreiser papers, 1910-1930. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 71009534 ...

Dresser, Paul, 1858-1906

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Song writer. From the description of Papers 1897-1904. (Indiana University). WorldCat record id: 702670236 Paul Dresser, a native of Terre Haute, Ind., was the older brother of novelist Theodore Dreiser. In 1873 he changed his surname. Dresser held a number of jobs, including working for minstrel shows, but found some success as a songwriter. He is best known as the author of the state song of Indiana, "On the Banks of the Wabash, Far Away." From the description ...