Collection context
Summary
- Creators:
- Benjamin, Walter Romeyn, 1854-1943.
- Abstract:
- This collection contains 194 documents, correspondence, and manuscripts of various individuals collected for their autograph value by New York rare book dealer Walter R. Benjamin (1854-1943). Represented figures include activists, literary, political, religious, and social people in American history.
- Extent:
- 194 items in 3 boxes
- Language:
- English.
Background
- Scope and content:
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This collection contains documents, correspondence, and manuscripts from various individuals. These figures include activists, literary, political, religious, and social people in American history.
- Biographical / historical:
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Walter Romeyn Benjamin, 1854-1943, was a New York dealer in rare books and manuscripts. He was the editor of The Collector, a monthly magazine for autograph and historical collectors.
- Acquisition information:
- Purchased from Walter R. Benjamin, November 20, 1943.
- Arrangement:
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The collection is arranged alphabetically by author. Box 1: Alexander Hamilton United States Custom House - Litchfield; Box 2: Littell - Starin; and Box 3: Stedman - Miscellaneous.
- Rules or conventions:
- Finding aid prepared using Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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Open to qualified researchers by prior application through the Reader Services Department. For more information, contact Reader Services.
- Location of this collection:
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1151 Oxford RoadSan Marino, CA 91108, US
- Contact:
- (626) 405-2191