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Sept. 7, 1935 Charleston, South Carolina To: Christine Govan From: John Bennett

 Item — Box: MS-053 001, Folder: 2

Scope and Contents note

Thanks Christine profusely for copy of “Five at Ashfield”, and congratulates her on its publication. States that he is reading the book in his spare time and compliments the book’s prose and other features. Writes that he will review the book for the News & Courier if time permits. Further compliments the book in closing.

Dates

  • Creation: 1932-1973

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

This collection contains materials in English.

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Biographical/Historical note

John Bennett (1865-1956) was born the son of a merchant in Ohio. He was a writer and illustrator of children’s books. Some of his works include, “Master Skylark,” “The Doctor of the Dead,” and “The Pigtail of Ah Lee Ben Loo, with Seventeen Other Laughable Tales & 200 Comical Silhouettes,” which won the Newberry Honor in 1929.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.21 Linear Feet (1 Box)

Physical Storage Information

Collection Area Details

Collection Area Details

Part of the Manuscripts Collection Area

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