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| Creator: | Cobb, Irvin S. (Irvin Shrewsbury), 1876-1944. |
| Title: | Irvin S. Cobb Letter |
| Inclusive Dates: | 1928 |
| Quantity: | 1 folder (SC) |
| Abstract: | Handwritten letter from author Irvin S. Cobb to Mrs. Frederick Fuhrer, informing her that he is not accepting speaking engagements. |
| Language: | English |
| Repository: |
Special Collections Research Center, Syracuse University Libraries 222 Waverly Avenue Syracuse, NY 13244-2010 https://library.syracuse.edu/special-collections-research-center |
Biographical History
Irvin S. Cobb (1876-1944) was an American author and humorist. He was best known for his humorous stories of Kentucky life, such as in his book Old Judge Priest.
Scope and Contents of the Collection
The Irvin S. Cobb Letter consists of a letter written by Cobb to Mrs. Frederick Fuhrer, dated 8 Feb 1928. In the letter, Cobb informs Mrs. Fuhrer that he is not accepting speaking engagements currently, and he will be unable to come to Gloversville, New York to give a lecture as she requested.
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Related Material
See also the Fred C. Kelly Papers, which contain further correspondence by Cobb.
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Preferred Citation
Preferred citation for this material is as follows:
Irvin S. Cobb Letter,
Special Collections Research Center,
Syracuse University Libraries
Acquisition Information
Gift of Mrs. Frederick Fuhrer, 1962.
Finding Aid Information
Created by: LMD
Date: 8 Feb 2010
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