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Formal title:: Ralph E. Carpenter, Jr., papers
Extent:: 29.5 linear feet (15 record boxes, 1 document case, 1 half document case, 3 small flat boxes, 11 oversize flat boxes)
Date range:: 1870-2009 (bulk 1950-2006)
Abstract:: Ralph E. Carpenter, Jr., (1910-2009) was a respected connoisseur and collector of American decorative arts, instrumental in various historical preservation projects throughout Newport, Rhode Island. This collection consists of his correspondence, subject files, personal records, research materials, photographs, and scrapbooks documenting his career, historical preservation pursuits, and other personal interests.
Repository:: Redwood Library and Athenaeum
Collection call no:: RLC.Ms.002

Formal title:: William C. Gibbs papers
Extent:: 0.01 linear feet (1 folder)
Date range:: 1822-1823
Abstract:: This collection consists of one letter and a commission, both signed by William C. Gibbs (1789-1871) during his term as governor of Rhode Island.
Repository:: Redwood Library and Athenaeum
Collection call no:: RLC.Ms.542

Formal title:: David Priestly Hall and David Prescott Hall papers
Extent:: 1 linear foot (1 record box)
Date range:: 1819-1907 (bulk 1854-1907)
Abstract:: This collection contains letters and commonplace books from New York City lawyers, who often spent their summers in Newport, Rhode Island: David Priestly Hall (1798-1868) and his youngest son, David Prescott Hall (1845-1907). Also included is a series of drafts recounting the history of the United States, written by David Prescott Hall as a young child, and letters sent between father and son.
Repository:: Redwood Library and Athenaeum
Collection call no:: RLC.Ms.005

Formal title:: Julia Ward Howe papers
Extent:: 0.01 linear feet (1 folder)
Date range:: 1897-1899 and undated
Abstract:: Julia Ward Howe (1819-1910) was a prominent writer, poet, reformer, and lecturer, who was best known for writing the “Battle Hymn of the Republic,” and her contributions to the women’s rights movement. This collection includes two letters and one poem written by Howe.
Repository:: Redwood Library and Athenaeum
Collection call no:: RLC.Ms.556

Hunt family papers

Formal title:: Hunt family papers
Extent:: 0.01 linear feet (1 folder)
Date range:: 1858-1899 and undated (bulk 1878-1897)
Abstract:: Letters addressed to members of the Hunt family, particularly renowned architect Richard Morris Hunt (1827-1895) and his wife Catherine Hunt (1830-1909), who were both summer residents of Newport, Rhode Island.
Repository:: Redwood Library and Athenaeum
Collection call no:: RLC.Ms.555

Lewis (Ida) papers

Formal title:: Ida Lewis papers
Extent:: 0.01 linear feet (1 folder)
Date range:: 1893, 1936
Abstract:: This collection consists of one letter from Ida Lewis (1842-1911), notable lighthouse keeper of Newport, Rhode Island, to Miss Elen F. Finlay. A newspaper clipping regarding Lewis is also included.
Repository:: Redwood Library and Athenaeum
Collection call no:: RLC.Ms.522

Formal title:: George C. Mason letters
Extent:: 0.01 linear feet (1 folder)
Date range:: 1876-1888
Abstract:: This collection consists of letters written by George C. Mason (1820-1894) regarding the selling of his books,
Repository:: Redwood Library and Athenaeum
Collection call no:: RLC.Ms.544

Formal title:: Murphy collection of Van Alen papers
Extent:: 11 linear feet linear feet (6 record boxes, 2 document cases, 2 flat boxes)
Date range:: 1859-2001 and undated (bulk 1940-1999)
Abstract:: James H. Van Alen (1902-1991) and Candace Van Alen (1912-2002), were a well-known high society couple who were instrumental in establishing the International Tennis Hall of Fame at the Newport Casino in Newport, Rhode Island. This collection documents their lives, residences and interests as well as their involvement in various activities and organizations through their own personal records, correspondence, financial and legal records, published and unpublished writings, clippings, audiovisual materials, and photographs.
Repository:: Redwood Library and Athenaeum
Collection call no:: RLC.Ms.036

Formal title:: Mrs. Edward A. Sherman, Sr., collection of autographs
Extent:: 0.01 linear feet (1 folder)
Date range:: 1870s-1941 (bulk 1918-1941)
Abstract:: This collection consists of autographs and letters from various political, military, business, and other figures from the late nineteenth through early twentieth century collected by Mrs. Edward A. (Hazel Erma Poole) Sherman of Newport, Rhode Island.
Repository:: Redwood Library and Athenaeum
Collection call no:: RLC.Ms.554

Formal title:: Elizabeth Morris Smith collection
Extent:: 0.92 linear feet (1 flat oversize box)
Date range:: 1855-1934 (bulk 1917-1934)
Abstract:: Autographs, letters, poems, clippings, and other memorabilia from various poets, writers, artists, sports figures, and politicians collected by Elizabeth Morris Smith (1915-1994) of Newport, Rhode Island.
Repository:: Redwood Library and Athenaeum
Collection call no:: RLC.Ms.041

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