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Myrick (Herbert) Collection
mssHM 49754-49909  
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Description
Collection of Western Americana material collected by American editor and publisher Herbert Myrick.
Background
Herbert Myrick (1860-1927) was president and editor of Phelps Publishing Company and publisher of Good Housekeeping magazine, and the Orange Judd Company, publisher of books and articles on agricultural subjects. Myrick was educated at Massachusetts Agricultural College, spent several years in Colorado, and returned to Massachusetts in 1877. Myrick had a special interest in western American history and General George Custer and collected historical material, some of which he incorporated into a novel, Cache la poudre : the romance of a tenderfoot in the days of Custer.
Extent
2.75 Linear Feet (2 boxes)
Restrictions
The Huntington Library does not require that researchers request permission to quote from or publish images of this material, nor does it charge fees for such activities. The responsibility for identifying the copyright holder, if there is one, and obtaining necessary permissions rests with the researcher.
Availability
Open for use by qualified researchers and by appointment. Please contact Reader Services at the Huntington Library for more information.