Autograph letter signed from Fannie Murdoch, Cincinnati, to Howard Malcom Ticknor [manuscript], 1893 June 5.

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Autograph letter signed from Fannie Murdoch, Cincinnati, to Howard Malcom Ticknor [manuscript], 1893 June 5.

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Murdoch refers to the last illness and death of her father, James E. Murdoch, and thanks Ticknor for his "loving tribute to [their] dear one." Mentions that before he died, he "recited to the Dr. the whole of Friar Lawrence's speech, "Naught so vile upon this earth doth live" etc." Written from Cincinnati, O., Reading Road bel. Oak St.

2 leaves ; 18 x 12 cm.

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Ticknor, Howard Malcom, 1836-1905

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Murdoch, James Edward, 1811-1893

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American actor in light comedy, Murdoch was also a lecturer on behalf of the Civil War wounded. From the description of James Edward Murdoch papers, 1822-1913 (inclusive), 1856-1889 (bulk). (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 612378245 James Edward Murdoch, born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was an actor, lecturer, and teacher of elocution. He was married to Eliza Middlecott and the two had a daughter, Fannie. From the description of James E. Murdoch papers, 1837-190...

Murdoch, Fannie

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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. ...