Autograph letter signed from George Riddle, Cambridge, to William Winter, New Brighton [manuscript], 1900 April 5.

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Autograph letter signed from George Riddle, Cambridge, to William Winter, New Brighton [manuscript], 1900 April 5.

Riddle says he would be happy to participate in Winter's proposed celebration of Shakespeare's birthday, but he is starting a course of readings at Tufts University that day. Written from 6, Arrow Street, Cambridge. With envelope addressed to William Winter.

2 leaves ; 18 x 12 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7483157

Folger Shakespeare Library

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Riddle, George, 1851-1910

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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. ...