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James Dow McCallum letters

MS-783
 Collection
Identifier: MS-783

Description

The collection contains typed transcripts, prepared by Alison McCallum May, of letters exchanged between her parents James Dow McCallum and Margaret Milne Beck (1897-1973) while they were engaged. The letters provide a glimpse of their courtship as well as their lives as students. Also includes transcripts of some of McCallum's poetry.

Dates

  • 1921 - 1925

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Unrestricted.

Conditions Governing Use

Permission from Dartmouth College required for publication or reproduction.

Extent

.25 linear ft. (1 box)

Overview

James Dow McCallum (1893-1971), professor of English at Dartmouth College. The collection contains typed transcripts, prepared by Alison McCullom May, of letters exchanged between McCallum and Margaret Milne Beck while they are engaged. Also includes transcripts of some of McCallum's poetry.

Part of the Rauner Special Collections Library Repository

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