Correspondence From Samuel C. Armstrong, 1878 - 1885
Scope and Contents
The William and Louise Scoville series include the papers of Armstrong's eldest daughter by his first marriage, and her husband. Correspondence is filled with news of family and friends, health, travel and personal matters. A series of letters from William to Louise, while William worked at the Hampton Institute, provide references to Hampton affairs but are chiefly concerned with personal and financial matters. Louise's journals and manuscripts are narratives of her travels to the British Isles and Europe, summer cruises, reminiscences, essays and short stories. Also included is a journal that Louise kept jointly with her sister Edith during a trip to Hawaii with their father in 1891. A four volume memorial to Louise's mother by Mary Anne Longstreth entitled: "Recollections of Emma Walker Armstrong..." is a handwritten narrative of Emma and Samuel Armstrong's lives throughout their friendship with Ms. Longstreth. Miscellaneous and published materials include poetry, magazines, programs, pamphlets and articles.
Dates
- Other: 1878 - 1885
Conditions Governing Access
The Samuel Chapman Armstrong papers is open for research. Researchers are encouraged to contact Special Collections staff prior to a visit.
Extent
From the Collection: 24.5 Linear Feet (23 boxes)
Language of Materials
English
Repository Details
Part of the Williams College Archives Repository
Sawyer Library
26 Hopkins Hall Drive
Williamstown, MA 01267
specialcollections@williams.edu