Hale, Sarah Josepha, 1788-1879
Dates
- Existence: 1788 - 1879
Biography
Sarah Josepha Buell Hale (October 24, 1788 – April 30, 1879) was an American writer, activist, and editor of Godey's Lady's Book. She was the author of the nursery rhyme "Mary Had a Little Lamb". Hale famously campaigned for the creation of the American holiday known as Thanksgiving, and for the completion of the Bunker Hill Monument.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Sarah Josepha Hale letter
Collection
Identifier: Mss 858210
Mss 858210
Date(s):
1858-03-10
Scope and Contents
Letter from Sara Josepha Hale in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Mr. E.B.Haughton in which she apologizes for tardy reply due to illness. Autographs letter as requested and thanks Mr. Haughton for his kindness.