Collection context
Summary
- Creator:
- Edwards, George Spencer, 1837-1916
- Extent:
- .25 Cubic feet and (1 container) 113 letters, 2 portraits, newsclippings
- Language:
- English .
- Preferred citation:
[Item title, item date], George Spencer Edwards papers, A.E26, Rare Books, Special Collections, and Preservation, River Campus Libraries, University of Rochester
Background
- Scope and Content:
The collection contains correspondence from theatrical people requesting George Spencer Edwards to publish personal news items concerning their activities in future columns of the Referee. Portraits of Lady Helena Saville (Faucit) Martin and J. B. Buckstone, theatrical newsclippings and autograph signatures from fragmented letters are included in the collection.
The letters have been indexed.
- Biographical / Historical:
George Spencer Edwards (1837-1916) was an English journalist and drama critic. He joined the staff of the Era, 1870; became chief of the editorial staff and remained for more than twenty years. Mr. Spencer was a contributor to Referee, writing above the nom de plume "Carados" (1877-1911); contributor to the periodical Funny Folks and Illustrated Sporting & Dramatic News; author of numerous short stories; and drama critic to Lloyd's Newspaper for a considerable time.
- Acquisition information:
- The collection was purchased from Winifred Myers, November 19, 1969. Wilson Fund.
- Rules or conventions:
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Indexed Terms
Access
- RESTRICTIONS:
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The George Spencer Edwards Papers is open for research use. Researchers are advised to contact the Rare Books Special Collections & Preservation Department prior to visiting. Upon arrival, researchers will also be asked to fill out a registration form and provide photo identification.
- TERMS OF ACCESS:
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In consultation with a curator, reproductions may be made upon request. Permission to publish materials from the collection must be requested from a curator. Researchers are responsible for determining any copyright questions.
- PREFERRED CITATION:
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[Item title, item date], George Spencer Edwards papers, A.E26, Rare Books, Special Collections, and Preservation, River Campus Libraries, University of Rochester
- LOCATION OF THIS COLLECTION:
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Rush Rhees LibrarySecond Floor, Room 225755 Library Rd.Rochester, NY 14627, United States
- CONTACT:
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(585) 275-2121rarebks@library.rochester.edu