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 Machine-readable finding aid derived from WordPerfect. [Date of source: 1997. Description is in English. Feb 17, 2004 PUBLIC "-//University of Virginia::Library::Special Collections Dept.//TEXT (US::ViU::00950::John Williamson Palmer Collection)//EN" "ViU00950.sgm" converted from EAD 1.0 to 2002 by v1to02.xsl (sy2003-10-15). Feb 27, 2004 converted to conform to eadVIVA.dtd by vivastrict.xsl A Guide to the John Williamson Palmer Collection A Collection in the Clifton Waller Barrett Library of American Literature 8099-a

Special Collections Department, University of Virginia Library 1997 Penny Weiss 1997 Elizabeth Slomba Special Collections, University of Virginia Library, #8099-a Descriptive Summary University of Virginia. Library. Special Collections Dept.
Alderman Library University of Virginia Charlottesville, Virginia 22903 USA
John Williamson Palmer Collection 1857-1898, n.d. 8099-a 41 items English Administrative Information Access Restrictions

Collection is open to research.

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See the University of Virginia Library’s use policy.

 Preferred Citation

John Williamson Palmer Collection, Accession 8099-a, Special Collections Department, University of Virginia Library

 Acquisition Information

Deposit [1963] 1970 August 19

 Funding Note

Funded in part by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities

 Item Listing Letters William Henry Hurlbertto John Williamson Palmer 1857 Jan 29 ALS, 3 p.

[Praises Palmer for the idea of a collection of poems and mentions George Darley. ] w/typed transcript

 Parke Godwinto John Williamson Palmer 1857 Jan 30 ALS, 2 p.

[Approves proposed collection of Palmer's writings.]

 Charles A[nderson] Danato John Williamson Palmer 1857 Feb 4 TL (transcript), 1 p.

[Approves suggested publication of an illustrated edition of "Folk Songs."]

 James T. Fieldsto John Williamson Palmer 1858 Mar 1 TL (transcript), 1 p.

[Approves his collection of autographic poems; confirms ownership of "Abou ben Adam"; refers to Palmer's admirer, the "Auyocrat [sic] of the Breakfast Table ( Oliver Wendell Holmes)."]

 Horace Greeleyto [ John Williamson Palmer] 1859 Mar 4 TL (transcript), 1 p.

[Makes an appointment with Palmer to discuss his article on Appleton's Cyclopaedia.]

 Jules Micheletto John Williamson Palmer 1860 Mar 17 ALS, 3 p. w/env

[Thanks Palmer for the honor done his book by its English translation.], in French, with a typed English transcript

 Jules Micheletto John Williamson Palmer 1860 Apr 26 ALS, 1 p.

[Thanks Palmer for his expression of sympathy; refers to his American in-laws; and mentions [Matthew Fontaine] Maury. ] in French with a typed English transcript

 F. E. Longfellowto John Williamson Palmer 1860 Nov 12 TL (transcript), 1 p.

[Thanks him for the illustrated song book.]

 Matthew Fontaine Mauryto James Croxall Palmer 1860 Dec 20 TL (transcript), 1 p.

[Refers to biographical notes about himself in Southern Literary Messenger, Allibone's Dictionaryand New America Encyclopedia. ]

 James C. Palmerto John Williamson Palmer 1860 Dec 21 ALS, 2 p.

[Refers to Matthew Fontaine Maury's pedigree and John Williamson Palmer's article in the Inquireron "Free Speech," and includes his own thoughts on the subject. Palmer also mentions South Carolina's secession.]

 William Henry Hurlbertto John Williamson Palmer 1878 Aug 24 ALS, 1 p.

[Expresses his pleasure with Palmer's poetry in [ Camp and Canteen Life?].]

 William Henry Hurlbertto John Williamson Palmer 1880 Mar 9 ALS, 3 p.

[Thanks Palmer for his book, which he looks forward to reading and studying.]

 Francis Seymour Hadento John Williamson Palmer 1881 Jul 4 ALS, 3 p.

[Suggests that his contribution to the portfolio correspond in style with "Challow Farm" rather than "Shere Mill Pond" and "Sunset In Ireland," as these go back twenty years in style.]

 Maxime Lalanneto John Williamson Palmer 1881 Jul 8 ALS, 4 p.

[Discusses her plans and the difficulty with the printing plates of the aqua fortis of Trouville; and provides requested information concerning the plate.] in French, with a typed English transcript

 David Lawto John Williamson Palmer 1881 Jul 16 ALS, 3 p.

[States that the plate will be ready and in Goulding's hands for printing soon; and mentions [Hubert] Herkomer. ] w/typed transcript

 Frederick Arthur Bridgmanto John Williamson Palmer [1881] Jul 31 ANS, 1 p.

[Mentions letter from [Charles] Courtry; and regrets he cannot promise Palmer his services.]

 Alphonse Legrosto John Williamson Palmer 1881 Aug 4 ALS, 1 p.

[Discusses aqua fortis with a beggar theme which he has just completed.] in French with a typed English transcript

 Alphonse Legrosto John Williamson Palmer 1881 Aug 31 ALS, 4 p.

[Sends biographical information and promises to send a catalogue of his own etchings and principal paintings.] in French with a typed English transcript

 Frederick Arthur Bridgmanto John Williamson Palmer 1881 Sep 2 ALS, 3 p.

[Discusses the work of Lalanne, Lancon and Martial; and sends regards.]

 Axel Herman Haigto John Williamson Palmer 1881 Sep 4 ALS, 4 p.

[Sends biographical information and current works; refers to Ewan Christian, William Burges, and Edd. Barry. ] w/typed transcript

 L. Lanconto John Williamson Palmer 1881 Sep 7 ALS, 1 p.

[Appreciates Palmer's praise for his plate; and asks him to forward the money for it from Boston. ] in French with a typed English transcript

 Hubert Herkomerto John Williamson Palmer 1881 Sep 16 ALS, 4 p.

[Sends list of plates and mezzotints; and discusses his experience as an artist.] with etching and typed transcript

 Ch[arles] Courtryto "Dear Sir" 1881 Oct 6 ALS, 2 p.

[States that the plate is finished and has been given to Salmon the printer; explains a mix-up in correspondence; and acknowledges the receipt of John Williamson Palmer's payment.] in French with a typed English transcript

 Arthur Collinsto John Williamson Palmer 1881 Oct 24 TL, 1 p.

[Writing for Princess Louise (Marchioness of Lorne), Collins acknowledges the receipt of the letter and asks Palmer to bring the autograph etchings the following day.]

 Heywood Hardyto John Williamson Palmer 1881 Oct 31 ALS, 2 p.

[Acknowledges cheque for sixty-three pounds, sent by Henry F. Gilling. ]

 James Tissotto John Williamson Palmer 1881 Dec 2 ALS, 3 p.

[Sends the proofs for "Two Friends"; inquires about Palmer's work and the success of Tissot's "The Prodigal Son."] in French with a typed English transcript

 R. H. Chatsworthto [ John Williamson Palmer] 1881 n.m. 15 ALS, 3 p.

[Says he will write the introduction to Palmer's book for free.]

 W. H. Carpenterto John Williamson Palmer 1886 Jun 10 ALS, 3 p.

[Refers to a review of Palmer's book, and The Saturday Review; and discusses the "new school" of novelists including [Henry] James, [William Dean] Howells, and Balzac. ]

 Helena Modjeska to John Williamson Palmer 1886 Jun 19 ALS, 2 p.

[Praises his play The Queen's Heartbut regrets that she is unable to produce it; and mentions the enthusiasm of Longfellow, Holmes and Lowell toward the play.]

 Charles G. D. Hobartto John Williamson Palmer 1896 Feb 23 ALS, 2 p.

[Sends autographed copy of "Epitaph for a Husbandman"; and mentions Palmer's poem in The Centuryon Theodosia Burr. ]

 Avander Staalto John Williamson Palmer 1898 Sep 8 ALS, 1 p.

[Writing for the Queen of the Netherlands, Staal thanks Palmer for "Orange Boven."] w/a card and typed transcript

 James T. Fieldsto John Williamson Palmer n.y. Mar 13 TL, 1 p.

[Sends a list of his collection of poems written in the handwriting of twenty-two authors.]

 Charles H. Webbto John Williamson Palmer n.y. Mar 31 ALS, 3 p.

[Makes some critical comments on "the book," an unidentified novel by Palmer.]

 Lady John Campbellto John Williamson Palmer n.y. May 22 ALS, 1 p.

[Thanks Palmer for the collection of poems "For Charlie's Sake."]

 L. Daniellito John Williamson Palmer n.y. Aug 27 ALS, 1 p.

[Thanks Palmer for an article; and sends two figurines as a gift.] in French, with a typed English transcript

 Charles H. Webbto John Williamson Palmer n.y. Nov 12 TL (transcripts), 1 p.

[Discusses his review of Palmer's book of poetry; and mentions his own new book of verse With Lead and Line, and the Editor Halsey.]

 George Grey Barnardto John Williamson Palmer n.y. Nov 22 ALS, 1 p.

[Offers to show Palmer his statue of "Man."]

 Francis Seymour Haydento John Williamson Palmer n.d. ALS, 4 p.

[Discusses his pending lecture tour; and refers to [Hubert] Herkomerand [James R.?] Osgood. ]

 Robert W. MacBethto John Williamson Palmer n.d. ALS, 2 p.

[Sends etching "The Ferry Inn" with comment on its theme.] w/typed transcript

 M. Martialto John Williamson Palmer n.d. ALS, 1 p.

[Sends the proofs of aqua fortis In the Forest. ] in French with a typed English transcript

 Mrs. Suydaur to John Williamson Palmer n.d. ALS, 4 p.

[Gives an elaborate account of an elm tree planted in his honor.]

 Jules Micheletto John Williamson Palmer n.d. ALS, 3 p.

[Letter written in French, no transcript available.]