George Spencer Edwards papers
Biographical/Historical note
George Spencer Edwards (1837-1916) was an English journalist and drama critic. He joined the staff of the Era, 1870; became chief of the editorial staff and remained for more than twenty years. Mr. Spencer was a contributor to Referee, writing above the nom de plume "Carados" (1877-1911); contributor to the periodical Funny Folks and Illustrated Sporting & Dramatic News; author of numerous short stories; and drama critic to Lloyd's Newspaper for a considerable time.
Scope and Contents note
The George Spencer Edwards papers consist of contains correspondence from theatrical people requesting that Edwards publish personal news items concerning their activities in future columns of the Referee. Portraits of Lady Helena Saville (Faucit) Martin and J. B. Buckstone, theatrical newsclippings and autograph signatures from fragmented letters are included in the collection.
The letters have been indexed.
Creator
- Edwards, George Spencer, 1837-1916 (Person)
Dates
- Creation: 1856-1912
Language of Materials
English
Extent
.25 cubic feet (1 box)
Access
The George Spencer Edwards Papers is open for research use. Researchers are advised to contact the Rare Books Special Collections & Preservation Department prior to visiting. Upon arrival, researchers will also be asked to fill out a registration form and provide photo identification.
Use
In consultation with a curator, reproductions may be made upon request. Permission to publish materials from the collection must be requested from a curator. Researchers are responsible for determining any copyright questions.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
The collection was purchased from Winifred Myers, November 19, 1969. Wilson Fund.
Preferred Citation
[Item title, item date], George Spencer Edwards papers, A.E26, Rare Books, Special Collections, and Preservation, River Campus Libraries, University of Rochester
Genre / Form
Geographic
Occupation
Topical
Uniform Title
Subject
- Edwards, George Spencer, 1837-1916 (Person)
- Title
- George Spencer Edwards papers
- Author
- Finding aid prepared by Rare Books and Special Collections staff
- Date
- undated
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Library Details
Part of the Rare Books, Special Collections, and Preservation Library