Autograph letter signed from George Jones, New York, to Jesse K. Furlong [manuscript], 1878 June 4.

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Autograph letter signed from George Jones, New York, to Jesse K. Furlong [manuscript], 1878 June 4.

Jones responds to Furlong's question of whether he had acted Shakespeare in England and mentions a number of roles he has played. Signed "the Count Joannes." Sent from City of New York, No. 23 Chambers St.

1 leaf ; 21 x 13 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7576352

Folger Shakespeare Library

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Furlong, Jesse K., 1834 or 1835-

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Jones, George, 1810-1879

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George, the Count Joannes [né George Jones]; American actor and historian. Known on the stage for his flamboyance and eccentric behavior, he published his History of Ancient America under his birth name in 1843. From the description of Count Joannes manuscript material : 1 item, 1869 (New York Public Library). WorldCat record id: 441969276 ...