Papers, 1897-1943.

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Papers, 1897-1943.

Contains correspondence, notes, printed documents, and photographs. Material relates chiefly to 1906 events involving C.W. Leadbeater, leader of the Theosophical Society. Also includes material relating to Theosophy. Includes correspondence with Annie Besant.

1.5 linear ft.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7650719

University of Chicago Library

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Leadbeater, C. W. (Charles Webster), 1854-1934

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Besant, Annie, 1847-1933

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Theosophist and political leader in India. From the description of Autograph letter signed : London, to Mr. Crowther, 1888 Oct. 1. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270623129 Annie Wood Besant was born in London to Irish parents. An early marriage to a young clergyman ended in divorce, as Annie's increasing progressivism led to social activism. She renounced the Church, and became one of the most formidable and sought after writers and lecturers for such causes as the Freethink...

Dennis, Helen

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