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MC42/5. Tinks Howe Books and Letters, 1945-1950

 Collection — Box: 2
Identifier: MC-42/5

Scope and Contents

The books in the collection were given to Tinks Howe by Lowney Handy during the period between 1945 and 1950. The collection was donated by Helen Howe, Tink's wife. The letters are in the period of 1949-50 and are between Lowney Handy, Tinks Howe, James Jones, Mitch (Scribner editor for From Here to Eternity), and Willie (another writer). Tinks traveled with Lowney and the group at various times during this period and served as their sponsor on a regular basis to help with expenses.

Dates

  • Created: 1945 - 1950
  • Other: Date acquired: 11/06/2009

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

None

Extent

0.16 Cubic Feet

Language of Materials

English

Source of Acquisition

Helen and Tinks Howe

Creator

Title
Archon Finding Aid Title
Author
Sandra Longen
Description rules
Other Unmapped
Language of description
Undetermined
Script of description
Code for undetermined script
Language of description note
und

Repository Details

Part of the UIS Archives/Special Collections Repository

Contact:
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