Incoming Correspondence of Homer H. Johnson, bulk: 1882-1957
Scope and Contents
Consisting of letters received by Homer Johnson from family and friends, this series is divided into four subseries: 1. Letters from Philothea Johnson, 2. Letters from Alfred Johnson, 3. Letters from Anna E. Whitcomb, 4. Letters from other individuals. The letters from Homer's parents contain information regarding events in New London, Ohio, the workings of the New London First National Bank, and the financial support of Homer's education. The letters from Anne E. Whitcomb (Nettie's sister), and other individuals address such topics as the foolishness of girls, Homer's involvement in the Phi Delta Fraternity, and the Women's Christian Temperance Union. Each series is arranged chronologically.
Dates
- Creation: Majority of material found in 1882-1957
Creator
- From the Collection: Johnson, Homer H. (Johnson, Homer Hosea) (Person)
- From the Collection: Whitcomb, Janet "Nettie" (Person)
- From the Collection: Whitcomb, Anne E. (Person)
- From the Collection: Johnson, Philothea C. Townsend (Person)
- From the Collection: Johnson, Alfred L. (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Unrestricted.
Extent
From the Collection: 1.40 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
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