Benson, John Howard, 1933-02 - 1934-12
File — Box: 1, Folder: 10
Scope and Contents
Correspondence between Updike and Benson primarily regarding commission for lettering for design for diploma for Harvard University including letter dated March 21, 1934 which discusses the evolution of 17th-18th century black lettering in connection to diploma design. Letter dated Feb. 24, 1933 concerns designs of candlesticks and crosses for Christ Church, Boston. (23 items)
Dates
- 1933-02 - 1934-12
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open under the rules and regulations of the Providence Public Library, Special Collections department.
Extent
From the File: 1.2 Linear Feet (3 manuscript boxes)
Language of Materials
From the File: English
From the File: French
Creator
- From the File: Updike, Daniel Berkeley, 1860-1941 (Person)
- From the File: Foster, William E. (William Eaton), 1851-1930 (Person)
- From the File: Sherman, Clarence Edgar, 1887 (Person)
- From the File: Sherman, Stuart C. (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Providence Public Library Repository
Contact:
150 Empire Street
Providence RI 02903 United States of America
401-455-8021
special_collections@provlib.org
150 Empire Street
Providence RI 02903 United States of America
401-455-8021
special_collections@provlib.org