Lydia Howard Sigourney letters, 1830-1862
Collection context
- Creator:
- Sigourney, L. H (Lydia Howard), 1791-1865
- Extent:
- 1 box 1 box (67 items)
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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A collection of correspondence from Mrs. Sigourney to her close friend Mrs. Mary A. Patrick. Mrs. Patrick was the widow of an army officer who died in service and the daughter of Theodore Dwight. The subjects discussed are personal, social, family, and literary.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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This collection is located on-site.
Researchers muse use microfilm of the entire collection; request MN#3600-4.
- Terms of access:
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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:
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Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Lydia Howard Sigourney letters; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.
- Location of this collection:
- Before you visit:
- Researchers interested in viewing materials in the RBML reading room must must book an appointment at least 7 days in advance. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to 5 items per day.
- Contact:
- rbml@library.columbia.edu