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Ellen Axson Wilson letters to Jane Porter Candler

Description

Seven autograph letters signed, four with addressed envelopes, primarily detailing the activities of herself, her daughters, and mutual friends, with a few mentions of Woodrow Wilson. The first five letters were sent mostly from New Jersey; the last two were written during the Wilson presidency and are on White House stationery.

Type
Manuscripts(Opens in new tab)
Date
1911-1914
Call number
HM 48334 (1-7)
Creator
Candler, Jane Porter (1861-1949)(Opens in new tab)
Provenance
Provenance unknown. In library as of 1984.
Restrictions
Open for use by qualified researchers and by appointment. Please contact Reader Services at the Huntington Library for more information.
Rights
The Huntington Library does not require that researchers request permission to quote from or publish images of this material, nor does it charge fees for such activities. The responsibility for identifying the copyright holder, if there is one, and obtaining permission rests with the researcher.
Associated people
Candler, Jane Porter, (1861-1949,)
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