Letters from Kate Richards O'Hare to her family, 1919-1920. Digital
Scope and Contents
Contains a signed volume entitled "Dear Sweethearts," a collection of mimeographed letters from Kate Richards O'Hare to her family written during her incarceration from April 1919 to May 1920. O'Hare discusses conditions of life and work in the prison; her fellow inmates; her family and friends; politics; books; the psychology of women and developments in psychoanalysis; and her religious and political beliefs. The volume also contains a photograph of O'Hare with her children.
Dates
- Creation: 1919-1920
Language of Materials
Materials in English.
Conditions Governing Access
Access. Originals are closed; use microfilm M-23.
Extent
.21 linear feet (1/2 file box)Physical Location
Collection stored off site: researchers must request access 36 hours before use.
Creator
- From the Collection: O'Hare, Kate Richards, 1877-1948 (originator, Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Schlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute Repository
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