Autograph letter signed from Henry Arthur Jones, Dawlish, to William Winter [manuscript], 1888 June 14.

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Autograph letter signed from Henry Arthur Jones, Dawlish, to William Winter [manuscript], 1888 June 14.

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Letter addressed to "Willie." Jones is disappointed that Winter won't be able to come visit at present. Wanted him to lunch with Watts & Tree and a few friends - doesn't know whether Swinburne would come. Written from 4 Marine Parade, Dawlish. The date is in Winter's hand.

2 leaves ; 18 x 12 cm.

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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, ...

Jones, Henry Arthur, 1851-1929

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Henry Arthur Jones was the son of a tenant farmer, and worked in the drapery business for some twenty years after leaving school. He developed a passion for drama, and found success with The Silver King, a play he co-authored with Henry Herman, which gave him the financial security to become a full-time writer. A prolific author, he wrote many plays, chiefly melodramas, and had great success in England and America. His themes and influences were chiefly British, and he is considered a pioneer of...