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Item 2: Booker T. Washington Letter, 1901-02-05

 Item — Item: 2
Collection number: 2

Scope and Contents

Letter written by Washington to Dr. Orison Swett-Marden, editor of "Success" in New York declining an invitation to submit a writing for publication. Also featured are a photograph of Washington and a brief biographical description.

Dates

  • 1901-02-05

Creator

Biographical / Historical

Booker Taliaferro Washington was an American educator, author, orator, and adviser to several presidents of the United States. Between 1890 and 1915, Washington was the dominant leader in the African American community and of the contemporary black elite. (Wikipedia)

Extent

From the Collection: 38 Boxes

From the Collection: 6 items

Language

From the Collection: English

Physical Location

Archives Vault 2022-09-06

Physical Description

Matted and framed letter and photograph.

Dimensions

22.75 X 20 inches

Repository Details

Part of the Valdosta State University Archives and Special Collections Repository

Contact:
Valdosta State University Archives, Odum Library
1500 N. Patterson St.
Valdosta GA 30601 United States
7063728116
229-259-5055 (Fax)