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| Creator | Field, Euguene, 1850-1896 | |
| Title | Eugene Field Collection, | |
| Dates: | . | |
| Quantity: | 2 items | |
| Identification: | VMF051 | |
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Eugene Field, a native of St. Louis, attended Lombard College (since merged with Knox College) and moved to Chicago, where he became a columnist. His column, "Sharps and Flats," ran from 1883 to 1885. He wrote sentimental and children’s poetry, including the well-known "Little Boy Blue" and "Dutch Lullaby."
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The papers include a Ms. list of poems by Field in an unkown hand, with pencil revisions. Also there is a ts. list of "Eugene Field Material," signed by L. Mangers, and inscribed "to be used by Lloyd Mangers, 12-11-62."
These letters are signed to Mr. Gay, and thank him and his wife for a pleasant visit and mention Field’s failing health.
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Users of the collections who wish to use items from this collection, in whole or in part, in any form of publication (as defined in the form) must sign and submit to the Washington University Department of Special Collections a hard copy of the Notification of intent publish manuscript collection materials form.
All publication not covered by fair use restricted to those who have permission of the copyright holder.
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Interfiled within collection or by accession at end of collection.
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