William M. Grosvenor papers, 1828-1916

Collection context

Creator:
Grosvenor, William M. (William Mason), 1835-1900
Abstract:
Correspondence, speeches, and publications of William Mason Grosvenor (1835-1900), economist, journalist, and economic editor of the New York Tribune, 1875-1900.
Extent:
3.5 linear feet 7 boxes
Language:
English .
Scope and content:

Correspondence, speeches, and publications including a large number of clippings of his articles and some of his books and pamphlets. Grosvenor also participated actively in Liberal Republical politics, and materials relating to his activities in Missouri and Cincinnati are included here. An interesting sketchbook done by Grosvenor while on a trip in the West, ca. 1870, is also in the collection. Among the correspondents are Carl Schurz, Nelson W. Aldrich, James A. Garfield, Murat Halstead, Joseph R. Hawley, Horace White, and Whitelaw Reid.

Biographical / historical:

Economist, journalist. Grosvenor was economic editor of the New York Tribune, 1875-1900. He wrote extensively on various aspects of the American economy.

Access and use

Restrictions:

The following boxes are located off-site: 2-7. You will need to request this material from the Rare Book and Manuscript Library at least three business days in advance to use the collection in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room.

This collection has no restrictions.

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.

Preferred citation:

Identification of specific item; Date (if known); William M. Grosvenor papers; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.

Location of this collection:
6th Floor East Butler Library
535 West 114th Street
New York, NY 10027, USA
Before you visit:
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Contact:
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