Charles E. Estes papers, 1913-1939
Collection context
- Extent:
- 0.42 linear feet (1 document box)
- Language:
- English
- Scope and content:
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Correspondence (primarily to his children Charles and Peggy), printed materials, photographs, and a memoir. Most materials are directly related to daily life at Robert College.
- Biographical / historical:
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Charles E. "Ned" Estes (d. 1968) was the head of the music department at Robert College in Istanbul; he joined the faculty as a teacher immediately after graduating from Dartmouth in 1905. After retiring in 1947, he became the organist and choir master at the First Parish Congregational Church in Dover, N. H. In 1915, Estes married Caroline Lee (1880-1932) also taught music in Istanbul at the American College for Girls; she was the granddaughter of Cyrus Hamlin, founder of Robert College. They had two children: Charles L. (1920) and Clara "Peggy" (1916).
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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Material is unprocessed. Please contact rbml@columbia.edu for more information.
- Terms of access:
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Single reproductions may be made for research purposes. It is the responsibility of the user to secure permission for publication or use from the appropriate copyright holder.
- Location of this collection:
- Before you visit:
- Researchers interested in viewing materials in the RBML reading room 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