Series III: Notes, 1872-1924

Scope and content:

This series is divided into three subseries: Author files, Subject files and Drama. It contains notes, clippings and articles on subjects in which Matthews had an interest. The notes are often written on small scraps of paper. Matthews would jot down any idea as soon as it occurred to him and throw it into a drawer "where I keep all such stray thoughts." Eventually he would organize these scraps and file them in envelopes. He considered each envelope "a story, or an essay in process of hatching." The files are arranged alphabetically within subseries. 6 linear feet

Contents

Access and use

Parent restrictions:

Bound volumes of correspondence and diaries classified in "X" collection. See related materials note below for more information.

This collection is located on-site.

Parent terms of access:
Reproductions may be made for research purposes. The RBML maintains ownership of the physical material only. Copyright remains with the creator and his/her heirs. The responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.
Location of this collection:
6th Floor East Butler Library
535 West 114th Street
New York, NY 10027, USA
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