1758-1935
Guide to the Collection
Restrictions on Access
The original autographs in this collection have been removed to Special Collections. Photocopies are available for use by researchers.
Abstract
This collection consists of autograph letters and cutslips written by prominent American and British authors and statesmen, collected by Benjamin Whitwell.
Collection Description
This collection consists of autograph letters and cutslips written by prominent American and British authors and statesmen, collected by Benjamin Whitwell. All items are individually described in the MHS manuscript catalog.
Acquisition Information
Gift of Miss Gertrude Townsend, Oct. 1962.
Restrictions on Access
The original autographs in this collection have been removed to Special Collections. Photocopies are available for use by researchers.
Detailed Description of the Collection
I. Autograph letters
Arranged alphabetically.
II. Cutslip autographs
Arranged alphabetically.
III. Photocopies of autographs
Included are photocopies of autograph letters (Series I) and cutslip autographs (Series II).
IV. Miscellaneous clippings and printed material
Preferred Citation
Benjamin Whitwell autograph collection, Massachusetts Historical Society.
Access Terms
This collection is indexed under the following headings in ABIGAIL, the online catalog of the Massachusetts Historical Society. Researchers desiring materials about related persons, organizations, or subjects should search the catalog using these headings.
Subjects:
Materials Removed from the Collection
Photographs from this collection have been removed to the Benjamin Whitwell photograph collection (Photo. Coll. 115). Collection guide available at: http://mxy0.faithfulwebdesign.net/collection-guides/view/fap052.