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1151 Oxford Road
San Marino, CA 91108
Manuscripts
Manuscripts
Daily: 10 A.M.–5 P.M.
Closed on Tuesdays
1151 Oxford Road
San Marino, CA 91108
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Manuscripts
Note: written on the verso of a letter from Elias Mocatta to Jane Porter, Feb. 29, 1844.
POR 38
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Manuscripts
Collection strengths include the family correspondence of Jane Porter, Robert Ker Porter, and Anna Maria Porter spanning the years 1795-1841.The letters describe the social customs of the Regency and early Victorian eras, as well as the family's struggle to maintain an expected place in society despite great financial difficulties. The letters also mention, over the years, various novels, plays, and travel narratives the Porters are writing and publishing. The main weakness of the collection is the lack of manuscript material for Jane, Robert Ker, and Anna Maria Porter.
POR 37
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Manuscripts
Note: appears to be several drafts; possibly a review of the poetry of Nathaniel Parker Willis, 1806-1867. On verso: A printed notice for a monthly meeting for the St. Mary-Le-Bone General Dispensary, addressed to S. Skinner.
POR 71
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Manuscripts
Note: one page written on the verso of a letter from John Churchill.
POR 34
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Manuscripts
Note: POR 146 is written on the verso of another letter that mentions Jane Porter; POR 147 with envelope.
POR 146 - 147
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Manuscripts
Note: written on the verso of a letter(?)
POR 82