Typescript letter signed W.H. Danforth, president, Purina Mills, Ralston Purina Cereals, St. Louis, to William Vincent Byars, Kirkwood, Missouri, regarding Byars’ writing as the “Lay Preacher.” Danforth appreciates Byars’ work, and asks for his help with an advertising project involving Ralston Primers., 1902 May 19
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 10
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
- 1902 May 19
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