Autograph letter signed from Sidney H. Morse, Chicago, to Miss Porter [manuscript], 1890 August 16.

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Autograph letter signed from Sidney H. Morse, Chicago, to Miss Porter [manuscript], 1890 August 16.

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Discusses the popularity of Shakespeare productions in America: "So to Shakespeare's being inadequate for America - it is America that is inadequate, as yet ... Here in Chicago, when well played, no plays draw so large and intelligent an audience." Signed S.H. Morse and addressed from 374 East Division St., Chicago. Letter is addressed to Miss Porter; recipient is possibly Charlotte Endymion Porter.

3 leaves ; 21 x 13 cm.

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Morse, Sidney H.

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Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616

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William Shakespeare was likely born April, 23, 1564; he was baptized in Stratford-upon-Avon on April 26, 1564. He grew up, had a family, and bought property in Stratford while working in London, the center of English theater. As an actor, a playwright, and a partner in a leading acting company, he became both prosperous and well-known. His parents were John and Mary Shakespeare. John was a leatherworker and involved in local politics, first becoming an alderman and eventually a town bailiff. ...

Porter, Charlotte Endymion, 1859-1942

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