Autograph letters signed from Richard Savage, Stratford-upon-Avon, to William Winter, Stratford-upon-Avon and Bay City, Orange Co. [manuscript], 1891-1908.

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Autograph letters signed from Richard Savage, Stratford-upon-Avon, to William Winter, Stratford-upon-Avon and Bay City, Orange Co. [manuscript], 1891-1908.

(1) Letter concerns a cup allegedly made of wood from Shakespeare's mulberry tree. On letterhead of the Trustees and Guardians of Shakespeare's Birthplace. With envelope addressed to Winter at the Red Horse Hotel. (2) Letter primarily concerns family news. Savage mentions that he recently finished his transcript of the Chamberlain's accounts, 1558-1619.

2 items ; 21 x 13 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7483206

Folger Shakespeare Library

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Trustees and Guardians of Shakespeare's Birthplace

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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. ...

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, ...

Savage, Richard, 1847-1924

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Savage was Secretary and Librarian to the Trustees of Shakespeare's Birthplace, Museum and New Place. From the description of Autograph letters signed and 1 New Year's card from Richard Savage, Stratford-upon-Avon, to Augustin Daly [manuscript], 1886-1898. (Folger Shakespeare Library). WorldCat record id: 226458227 ...