Autograph letter signed from J.W. Harper, New York, to W.A. Seaver [manuscript], 1879 December 11.

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Autograph letter signed from J.W. Harper, New York, to W.A. Seaver [manuscript], 1879 December 11.

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Harper agrees that a volume of selections from the writings of Fitz James O'Brien, edited by William Winter, would have a fair chance of success. Addressed "My dear Colonel." On letterhead of Harper & Brothers, Franklin Square, New York. "Harper" is written on the first leaf in what appears to be William Winter's hand.

2 leaves ; 14 x 11 cm.

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Seaver, William A.

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Buffalo, New York editor and publisher of that city's Courier. From the description of Letter, April 9, [1860]. (Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library). WorldCat record id: 54682248 ...

Harper, Joseph W. (Joseph Wesley), 1830-1896

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Son of Joseph Wesley Harper, 1801-1870, who was one of Brothers of the Harper & Brothers firm; worked for firm for approximately 45 years, as selector of primarily literary writing for last 25 years or so; trustee of Columbia University for 20 years. From the description of Letters of Joseph W. Harper [manuscript] 1888-1895 ca. (University of Virginia). WorldCat record id: 647874671 ...

Young, Robert, 1927-2008

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O'Brien, Fitz-James, 1828-1862

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Irish poet and story-teller in America. From the description of Autograph letters signed (2) : New York, N.Y., to Fletcher Harper, 1854 Apr. 12-1858 Mar. 9. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270611525 ...

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, ...