Sarah Sumner Broughton papers, 1823-1880
Collection context
- Creator:
- Broughton, Sarah Sumner, 1802-1853
- Extent:
- 0.5 linear feet 1 box
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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Sarah Broughton's letters document the later period of her life and are concerned primarily with the removal of her family to Michigan. Along with the letters of one of her daughters, Celeste, they provide a graphic picture of the conditions of pioneer life. Included are a manuscript essay of Celeste and a manuscript book of poems by Sarah Broughton, who wrote poems and stories for women's magazines. "Sarah Sumner Broughton..an Attempt to Provide Perspective" by Frank E. Hill, a mimeographed description of the family and the correspondence, is included in the box with the letters.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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This collection is located on-site.
This collection has no restrictions.
- 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); Sarah Sumner Broughton papers; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.
- Location of this collection:
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- Contact:
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