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Typescript letter signed A. Brisbane, New York Evening Journal Publishing Company, President’s Office, to my dear Mr. Byars, thanking Byars for “Reynard Fox,” informing Byars that he must return the Caxton because it would not be appreciated by the readers and re-writing would “kill its character.” Brisbane also writes thanking Byars for Sarah Hale’s book and that he plans on having it re-bound, and he offers to re-bind any of Byars’ books., 1913 Mar 18

 Item — Box: 2, Folder: 8

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

  • 1913 Mar 18

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

Repository Details

Part of the Missouri Historical Society Library and Research Center Repository

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