Papers, 1905-1976 (inclusive). 1950-1970 (bulk).

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Papers, 1905-1976 (inclusive). 1950-1970 (bulk).

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The collection includes first editions of Streeter's books and copies of his many magazine appearances as well as seven linear feet of correspondence, manuscripts, diaries, scrapbooks, photographs and other memorabilia. Series One: Writings, includes diaries, juvenalia, essays, speeches, novels, and print material (brochures and pamphlets). Some pictorial material, such as stills from the motion picture version of Streeter's novel, Father of the Bride, is included in this series. Series Two, Correspondence, includes many carbons of Streeter's letters as well as the respondent's originals and is divided into three subseries: A. General Correspondence is arrranged chronologically. Of particular interest is a 1927 file dealing with the business affairs of Charles Lindbergh. B. Personal Correspondence is arranged alphabetically by writer. This subseries includes letters from novelists John P. Marquand, Thornton Wilder, illustrator Gluyas Williams, and actors James Steward and Spencer Tracy. C. Business Correspondence is arranged by publisher, producer, or firm. Series Three: Printed Material, consists of magazine appearances of Streeter's works; scrap books of his early journalistic efforts and of Father of the Bride, Pomfret School annuals, photo albums, and drawings by Bill Breck, illustrator of Dere Mabel.

11 linear feet.

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