Typed letter signed from Edward J. Wheeler, New York, to William Winter, New York [manuscript], 1910 December 7.

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Typed letter signed from Edward J. Wheeler, New York, to William Winter, New York [manuscript], 1910 December 7.

Concerns the launch party for the Poetry Society and lists probable attendees: George Santayana, Richard Burton, Percy Mackaye, and Dr. van Dyke. Written on letterhead of Current Literature Publishing Co. and accompanied by envelope addressed to Winter at New Brighton, Staten Island, New York.

1 leaf ; 28 x 22 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7483200

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Wheeler, E. J. (Edward Jewitt), 1859-1922

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Poetry Society of America

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The Poetry Society of America (PSA) was founded in 1910 in New York City "to aid poets and poetry". Members are professional practicing poets; associate members are critics, lecturers, librarians, educators, and patrons. The Society maintains a collection of books of poetry. From the guide to the Poetry Society of America records, ca. 1917-ca. 1948, (The New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division.) The Poetry Society of America (PSA) was founded ...

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, ...