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Amelia Bloomer letters

 Collection — Folder: 1
Identifier: IWA0756

Scope and Contents

The Amelia Bloomer letters consist of a collection of letters written to and from Amelia Bloomer, transcribed by Katie Gregory. The letters date from 1837 to 1884. The collection was transcribed in 2000.

Dates

  • Creation: 1837-1884

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

The transcribed letters are open for research.

Biographical / Historical

Amelia Jenks Bloomer was an early women's rights activist and publisher of "The Lily," the first American periodical devoted entirely to the interests of women.

Extent

0.25 linear inches

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

Transcriptions of Amelia Bloomer's letters.

Arrangement

One folder, shelved in SCVF.

Title
Amelia Bloomer letters
Author
Caroline Allen
Date
2016
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the Iowa Women's Archives Repository

Contact:
100 Main Library
University of Iowa Libraries
Iowa City IA 52242 IaU
319-335-5068
319-335-5900 (Fax)