Autograph letters signed from Theodore L. De Vinne, New York, to William Winter [manuscript], 1878-1880.

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Autograph letters signed from Theodore L. De Vinne, New York, to William Winter [manuscript], 1878-1880.

(1) and (3) on letterhead of Theodore L. De Vinne, 63 Murray Street, New York; (2) and (4-5) on letterhead of Francis Hart & Co. Printers, 68 and 65 Murray Street, New York.

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Young, Robert, 1927-2008

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De Vinne, Theodore Low, 1828-1914

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Theodore Low De Vinne (1828-1914) was apprenticed to the printer's trade in Newburgh, N.Y. but came to New York City in 1848, where he eventually became a partner in the shop of Francis Hart. On the death of the latter in 1877, De Vinne became possessed of the business eventually known as the De Vinne Press. He was recognized as a master printer and developed a comprehensive knowledge of the history of typography, which he distilled in several publications. He was a founder (1884) and president ...

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, ...