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Emma Abbott letter, portrait, and biography, 1876

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 3-4
Identifier: Vault MSS 2

Scope and Contents

Handwritten and signed letter, portrait etching, and handwritten biography. Abbot writes to "Mr. Phillips" on 22 March 1876 from "9 Wimpole St. Cavendish Sq." She states that she is glad to hear that Phillips is in London and invites him to visit her "tomorrow evening." A portrait etching of Abbott is also with the collection. On the reverse side of the item is found a handwritten biography of Abbott which outlines her singing career.

Dates

  • 1876

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Condition restricted; permission to use originals documents must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services. Patrons should use photocopies.

Conditions Governing Use

It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances. Permission to publish material from Rosenstock autograph collection must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services and/or the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Board of Curators.

Biographical History

American operatic singer born in Chicago, Illinois.

Extent

3 items (3 pages)

Language of Materials

English

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