Smith, Betty, 1896-1972. Betty Smith papers, 1909-1971 [manuscript]. - View Resource (original) (raw)

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Smith, Betty, 1896-1972. Betty Smith papers, 1909-1971 [manuscript].

Title

Betty Smith papers, 1909-1971 [manuscript].

Abstract

Largely professional and personal correspondence and writings by Betty Smith, Robert V. Finch (1909-1959), and others. Items are mainly incoming mail that relates to Smith's daily life, her family, and the publication of her works. Included are letters, 1943-1945, from Joe Jones, her second husband, then stationed at Fort Monroe, Va., and letters, 1937-1959, from her third husband, Robert V. Finch, both before and after their marriage, reflecting their personal and professional relationship. Writings are principally typescripts of plays, articles, short stories, novels, and an unfinished autobiography. Also included are scrapbooks, photographs, clippings, and posters.

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8000 items (23.5 linear feet).