Papers of Margaret Junkin Preston [manuscript], 1889-1893, n.d.

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Papers of Margaret Junkin Preston [manuscript], 1889-1893, n.d.

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The collection contains a signed mimeographed copy of Phryné's test and a signed autograph quotation. In correspondence Preston offers to create a column in "The Old Dominion Magazine" to introduce young readers to new literature; refuses to give a life history or allow a sketch; conveys her husband's negative response to James Grant Wilson's offer of work on Appleton's Cyclopaedia; mentions Charles Dudley Warner; responds to an autograph request; and sends thanks.

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University of Virginia. Library

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University of Virginia. Library

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Warner, Charles Dudley, 1829-1900

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Holloway, Laura C. (Laura Carter), 1848-1930

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