Archive Record
Metadata
Collection |
Eleanor C. Donnelly Papers |
Object ID |
MC048 |
Object Type |
Manuscript |
Title |
Donnelly, Eleanor C. Papers, 1873-1905 |
Creator |
Donnelly, Eleanor C. (Eleanor Cecilia), 1838-1917. |
Scope & Content |
One (1) document case Papers of Eleanor C. Donnelly, 1873-1905. See Finding Aid Eleanor C. Donnelly (1838-1917) was a significant figure on the Philadelphia literary scene. Called "The Poet of the Pure Soul", she wrote 85 books, contributed to numerous Catholic magazines and newspapers, and served as editor of the Augustinian magazine, "Our Lady of Good Counsel." This collection contains correspondence, largely from priests and Bishops throughout the United States in answer to her requests for facsimiles of episcopal seals. Also included is an autograph book containing signatures of American Confederate prisoners of war held at the Johnson’s Island prison. |
Extent of Description |
1 box, 0.4 linear ft. |
People |
Donnelly, Eleanor C. (Eleanor Cecilia), 1838-1917. |
Subjects |
Authors, American--19th century. Authors, American--20th century. United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865. |
Access Conditions |
This collection is open to researchers. |
Finding Aids |
To view a legacy finding aid, click here *Materials in this collection have been digitized and can be viewed at the Digital Library @ Villanova University |
Dates of Creation |
1873-1905 |