Ellen Glasgow Papers 1939-1943

Location of collection:

University of Virginia, Special Collections Dept.

Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library

University of Virginia

P.O. Box 400110

160 McCormick Rd

Charlottesville, Virginia 22904-4110

Contact for questions and access:

POC: Brenda Gunn

Email: bg9ba@virginia.edu

Phone: (434) 924-1037

Phone: (434) 243-1776

Fax: (434) 924-4968

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Summary

Creator:

J. J. Murray

Language:

English

Background

Scope and content:

This material includes two letters and three Christmas cards, 1939-1943, from Ellen Glasgow, Richmond, to Dr. James J. Murray, Lexington, Virginia. The letters, Jan 14, 1939 and Nov 14, 1943, refer to Glasgow's concern for wild animals and birds, especially her disdain for keeping wi1d animals in captivity and her awe of the humming-birds at her friend Miss Satterlee's cottage. Two of the Christmas cards contain Glasgow's signature, and all have envelopes addressed in her hand.

Acquisition information:

This collection was given to the Library on Oct 12, 1987 , by J. J. Murray of the University of Virginia , Charlottesville .

Physical location:

Physical description:

5 items