Letters of New York World Editor Manton Marble
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A collection of personal letters belonging to Manton Marble (1834-1917). Manton Marble was owner and editor of The New York World during the Civil War. In 1864 Mr. Marble was charged with fraud for publishing communications from President Lincoln that turned out to be forged. Lincoln arrested Marble and placed the World under military guard. Marble, and the World, was allowed to resume publication Three (3) days later. In 1872, the World vigorously opposed Horace Greeley's presidential campaign.
The collection of letters include letters written mostly during the years of the Civil War to his mother and separate letters written to his father. All letters not read in their entirety however it is concluded most letters have basis of his work and politics. An English travelling desk included.
Provenance: Provenance: Estate of Ida Ogilvie, Friend of Delia West Marble (Daughter of Manton Marble). By Descent.
The collection of letters include letters written mostly during the years of the Civil War to his mother and separate letters written to his father. All letters not read in their entirety however it is concluded most letters have basis of his work and politics. An English travelling desk included.
Provenance: Provenance: Estate of Ida Ogilvie, Friend of Delia West Marble (Daughter of Manton Marble). By Descent.
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Letters of New York World Editor Manton Marble
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