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Songbooks, undated

 File — Box: 3, Folder: 11

Scope and Contents

From the Collection: This collection includes William H. Wade’s correspondence, writing drafts, speeches, photographs, publications, clippings, news releases, and other research documentation during his time at the Anderson Herald, ranging from 1949 to 1971. Also included is correspondence and writing drafts from his son, David L. Wade during 1953-1969. The bulk of the collection consists of Wade’s source material for his “Folklore” column, as well as other writing interests and programming within the folklore community. Of note, an 1825 broadside of “The Life and Confession of John M’Affee: A Serious Warning to Young Men” is included. Books within the collection include signed copies from the personal library of William H. Wade.

Dates

  • 1825-1987, undated

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 2.2 Cubic Feet (6 manuscript boxes, 1 half manuscript box)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the Rare Books and Manuscripts Repository

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