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Eva A. Twist Diary, Eva A. Twist

Eva A. Twist and Bertha M. Connor Diaries

In this diary from 1933, Eva Twist writes about her life and family in Waterville, Maine. She also writes about her relationships with men, most notably the end of her affair with "R.H.G." This diary is significant because it features the first instances of Twist writing in shorthand.

Studies In Expressive Movement, Gordon W. Allport, Philip E. Vernon

From Scribes To Scrawlers: Handwriting In America

Cover and several pages from Studies in Expressive Movement, a book about personality traits.

A Peary Monument To Inspire The Bold, Unknown

Newspapers

Pages 4-5 from The New York Times Magazine (April 24, 1932) with an article about the monument to Admiral Peary

A Monument Of Stone At The Gateway To The North Pole…, Unknown

Newspapers

Page from The New York Times (October 2, 1932) consisting of photos of the monument to Admiral Peary

Peary Memorial Expedition To Cape York, Greenland, June-September 1932, Marie Ahnighito Peary

Scrapbooks

Scrapbook containing photos from an expedition from New York to Greenland in 1932. Subjects photographed include the schooner and their travels, scenes from Greenland, native people, walrus hunting, icebergs, and the construction of the Peary Monument. Marie Peary and her two sons feature prominently, as well as Captain Robert Bartlett (Cap'n Bob), and others. Inserted into the scrapbook at the end are two photos and a large map.

100th Anniversary Commemoration Program, Westbrook Seminary, June 29, 1931, Westbrook Seminary & Junior College

100th Anniversary (1931)

Founded in 1831, Westbrook Seminary & Junior College commemorated its 100th Anniversary with an elaborate series of events. This Commemoration Program includes:

"A Chronicle Play" with Five Episodes from the History of Westbrook Seminary, 1831-1900, by Miss Maud Palmer Thayer, Dean of the Junior College.

An Historical Address, by Miss Deborah N. Morton, Class of 1879.

A Tribute to Miss Morton, by Mr. David E. Moulton, President of the Trustees.

An Alumni Song to the Faculty, by Miss Maud Palmer Thayer.

The five episodes of "A Chronicle Play" include: I. The First Founders Day, October 27, 1831; II. Dr. Weston …

Maine's Joan Of Arc : An Address Made Before The Kennebec Historical Society, John Francis Sprague

Dorothea Lynde Dix Pamphlets

Booklet containing an address by John Francis Sprague given to the Kennebec Historical Society on January 8, 1924 about Dorothea Dix. Series 1, number 2 of "Kennebec Historical Society's Brochures."

Stopping At This Place Ideal Spot..., A. H. F.

Sarah Orne Jewett Correspondence

Postcard from A. H. F. (Henry) depicting Passaconaway Inn, York, Maine.

The City's Social Side, Unknown

Newspapers

Page 8 from The Washington Times (October 6, 1917) with an article about Marie Peary's wedding titled "'Snow Baby' to Wed Artillery Captain Today"

Letter From Ella Wheeler Wilcox To Elizabeth Coatsworth, June 22, 1917., Ella Wheeler Wilcox

Sincerely Yours, Letters From The Maine Women Writers Collection (Multi-Page Items)

Typed and handwritten letter from Ella Wheeler Wilcox to Elizabeth Coatsworth, dated June 22, 1917, with envelope.

The Romance Of Admiral Peary's "Snow Baby", Unknown

Newspapers

Page 3 from unknown newspaper with an article about Marie Peary

I Was Very Glad To Hear From You And I Congratulate You On Your Promotion…, Philip B. Whitehead

Margaret Talbot Jackson Correspondence

Typed letter from Philip B. Whitehead to Margaret Talbot Jackson regarding the conversion of Roman basilicas into churches.

Many Warm Xmas Greetings…, Paul Albert Rossi

Margaret Talbot Jackson Correspondence

Handwritten postcard from Paul Albert Rossi to Margaret Talbot Jackson expressing Christmas greetings.Image on front of Giovanni Francesco Romanelli's St. Cecilia.

Ricevetti La Tua Gentile Lettera…, Adolfo Venturi

Margaret Talbot Jackson Correspondence

Handwritten letter from Adolfo Venturi to Margaret Talbot Jackson. Includes envelope.

Spero Che Lei Mi Perdonera Il Mio Lungo Sillencio…, Paul Albert Rossi

Margaret Talbot Jackson Correspondence

Handwritten postcard from Paolo Rossi to Margaret Talbot Jackson catching up on social correspondence.

Miss Marie Peary, The Artic Exlorer's "Snow Baby," Justifies Horoscope Which Was Cast For The Herald, Unknown

Newspapers

Page 7 from the New York Herald (January 11, 1914) with an article about Marie Peary

Sono Disperato Di Non Ricevere [?] Le Fotografie - E Son Molte - Che Attendo Dell'america…, Adolfo Venturi

Margaret Talbot Jackson Correspondence

Handwritten letter from Adolfo Venturi to Margaret Talbot Jackson regarding photographs. Includes envelope.

I Write To Ask You To Please Send Me A Bit Of New Addresses As I Have Exhausted The One You Left With Me In Rome…, Paul Albert Rossi

Margaret Talbot Jackson Correspondence

Handwritten letter from Paolo Rossi to Margaret Talbot Jackson inquiring about her career plans and sharing that he has become a lawyer.

Livorno - Fortezza Vecchia, Luisa Socci

Margaret Talbot Jackson Correspondence

Postcard from Luisa Socci depicting the Fortezza Vecchia.

Thanks Very Much For Your Note. I Am Sorry I Can't See Sorrento…, Stanley Lothrop

Margaret Talbot Jackson Correspondence

Handwritten letter from Stanley Lothrop to Margaret Talbot Jackson regarding photos for Venturi.

Proprio Ceri Il Giorno Dopo Averle Sentito, Ho Ricevuto La Fotografia Del Condetto…, Adolfo Venturi

Margaret Talbot Jackson Correspondence

Handwritten letter from Adolfo Venturi to Margaret Talbot Jackson. Includes envelope.

Ebbi Il 18 Maggio I Fiore A Ricordo Del Giorno Trinte…, Adolfo Venturi

Margaret Talbot Jackson Correspondence

Handwritten letter from Adolfo Venturi to Margaret Talbot Jackson. Includes envelope.

Your Letter From London Found Me Away From Home Travelling About Norhtern Italy…, Paul Albert Rossi

Margaret Talbot Jackson Correspondence

Handwritten letter from Paul Albert Rossi to Margaret Talbot Jackson regarding his travels and her Jackson's return to Boston.

I Have Been A Long Time In Answering Your Postal…, Paul Albert Rossi

Margaret Talbot Jackson Correspondence

Handwritten letter from Paolo Rossi to Margaret Talbot Jackson regarding her typewriter and missing rings, his career decisions and recent attendance at an International Geographical Congress; also enclosing (not present) an article he wrote.

It Was Very Good To Hear From You Again…, G. H. Edgell

Margaret Talbot Jackson Correspondence

Handwritten letter from G. H. Edgell to Margaret Talbot Jackson regarding Venturi's discovery and Edgell's PhD examinations.

Grazie Della Tua Lettera Anzi Dolle Tua Lettere…, Adolfo Venturi

Margaret Talbot Jackson Correspondence

Handwritten letter from Adolfo Venturi to Margaret Talbot Jackson. Includes envelope.

I Enclose The Card You Desire To Mr. George Macmillan…, Jesse Benedict Carter

Margaret Talbot Jackson Correspondence

Typed letter from Jesse Benedict Carter offering Margaret Talbot Jackson assistance in connecting with a museum in Boston or New York.

We Hasten To Reply To Your Letter Of March 21st On Our First Opportunity After The Recent Holiday…, The Editors [At] The Burlington Magazine Limited

Margaret Talbot Jackson Correspondence

Handwritten letter from the editors at the Burlington Magazine Limited to Margaret Talbot Jackson returning her article and photographs.

Merci De La Lettre Que Vous M'Avez Fait L'Honneur De M'Adgesser Et Que J'Ai Recue Ici Ce Nation…

Margaret Talbot Jackson Correspondence

Handwritten postcard regarding when and where Jackson can expect to find the writer.

Perugia - Collegio Del Cambio L'Eterno Padre In Gloria. Profeti E Sibille

Margaret Talbot Jackson Correspondence

Postcard depicting a mural at the Collegio del Cambio.