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Velma Ford Morrison Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MsC0662

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Scope and Contents

The papers of Velma Ford Morrison consist of 1.5 feet of manuscripts, dating from 1953 -- 1982 and 1 foot of artwork. Together with correspondence, there are drafts, galleys, page proofs, and reviews for many of her books. Also, included are her original illustrations for such books as Herbie, My Book, and Twinkle Little Star.

Dates

  • Creation: 1953 - 1982

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

Copyright restrictions may apply; please consult Special Collections staff for further information.

Biographical / Historical

Velma Ford Morrison was born in Madrid, Iowa on April 30, 1909. She attended Drake University in Des Moines and worked as an elementary school teacher from 1928 to 1933. In 1930 she married Hugh Pritchard Morrison; they have five children.

Extent

2.50 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

Author of books for children, president of the Morrison Book Company. Correspondence, preliminary drafts and art work for her books including There's Only One You (1978) and Going On a Dig (1981).

Method of Acquisition

These papers were given to the University of Iowa Libraries in 1983 by Velma Ford Morrison.

Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
eng

Repository Details

Part of the University of Iowa Special Collections Repository

Contact:
Special Collections Department
University of Iowa Libraries
Iowa City IA 52242 IaU
319-335-5921
319-335-5900 (Fax)