Emily Holcombe correspondence, 1897-1901

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Emily Holcombe correspondence, 1897-1901

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Correspondence and papers related to the work performed by Emily Holcombe and the D.A.R. on the widening of Gold Street, Hartford, and the renovation of the Ancient Burying Ground. Includes copies of ciruclars sent to prospective donors, along with letters and reply cards from donors across the country. Many were descendents of Hartford's founders and were eager to assist the effort. The New York architecture firm of McKim, Mead & White designed the fence for the cemetery in 1901. Some of their correspondence with Mrs. Holcombe may be found in the collection as well.

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Connecticut Historical Society

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Holcombe, Emily S. G.

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McKim, Mead & White

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At the time of this project the address of McKim, Mead & White was given as 160 Fifth Ave. (New York, N.Y.). From the description of Prospect Park, entrance shelters at Plaza entrance, [Brooklyn, New York, N.Y.] [graphic] : [detail drawing of dome in section and plan] / McKim, Mead & White, architects. Aug.24, 1895. (Columbia University In the City of New York). WorldCat record id: 78960919 Architectural company. From the description of Photographs, [ca. ...

Daughters of the American Revolution. Ruth Wyllys Chapter.

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