Copy of typescript letter from Frederick M. Crunden, librarian, Public Library, St. Louis, to Mr. Byars, thanking Byars for a copy of “The Pools of Millburn,” and for compliments Byars had bestowed upon Crunden and the St. Louis Public Library. Crunden comments on the rapid growth of cardholders due to the elimination of a subscription fee. (Postscript dated April 21, 1897, exaggerating the importance of a free public library.), 1897 Apr 20
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 6
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
The collection includes correspondence of William V. Byars with numerous individuals including newspaper men, politicians, and literary figures. Principal correspondents include Arthur Brisbane, William Marion Reedy, and Byars’ father, James Byars. The collection also contains poems and other writings of William V. Byars.
Dates
- 1897 Apr 20
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research use.
Extent
From the Collection: 2.25 Cubic Feet ( (5 boxes))
Language of Materials
English
Creator
- From the Collection: Byars, William Vincent, 1857-1938 (Author, Person)
- From the Collection: Byars, James (Author, Person)
- From the Collection: Brisbane, Arthur, 1864-1936 (Author, Person)
- From the Collection: Reedy, William Marion, 1862-1920 (Author, Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Missouri Historical Society Library and Research Center Repository