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"Nearly Ready. Life of Charlotte Cushman," Publishers' Weekly, May 11, 1878
The advertismement of Emma Stebbins's biography of Charlotte Cushman includes two paragraphs of praise published by the Philadelphia Evening Bulletin. Cushman's and Stebbins's relationships is described as "the strongest sisterly affection" and…
Stebbins as Intimate Friend, Publishers' Weekly, May 4, 1878
The advertisment of Emma Stebbins's biography of Charlotte Cushman describes Stebbins as an "intimate friend" of the actress with "access" to the latter's life writing documents-
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Publishers' Weekly Digital Archive
Letter from Emma Stebbins to Dennis Alward, April 12, 1878
Emma Stebbins mentions her financial concerns as she has been "cut off, with all the annuitants — by the estate stopping payment for six months." Stebbins hopes "to make a little something out of the Book" referring to the biography of Charlotte…
"Foreign Gossip," Detroit Free Press, June 7, 1869
"Foreign Gossip" is a column in theDetroit Free Press thatgives accounts of any political, cultural, or social news abroad. Anne Brewster has contributed reports from Rome as a correspondent.The included file only serves as an example illustration of…
"Current Gossip," Chicago Tribune, Aug 23, 1875 to Aug 7, 1887
"Current Gossip" is a column in the Chicago Tribune that gives accounts of any political, cultural, or social news. Anne Brewster has contributed reports from Rome as a correspondent.The included file only serves as an example illustration of the…
"Rome," Boston Daily Advertiser, 1870 to 1876
"Rome" is a column in the Boston Daily Advertiser written by Anne Brewster, in which she gives accounts of any political, cultural, or social news that have occurred in Rome.The included file only serves as an example illustration of the…
"Charlotte Cushman, the Actress." Wood County Reporter, Jan 11, 1883
The article traces the "hopeful possibilities of girlhood" of Cushman "who did not allow herself to be crushed by circumstances." It criticizes old-fashioned ideas of the "women's sphere" and defends Cushman's gender-bending behavior and attitude:…
"All Sorts," Indiana State Sentinel, March 6, 1878
The article announces that Stebbins's biography about Charlotte Cushman will soon be published. The journalist describes Stebbins as "the intimate companion and trusted confidant of the great actress."
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Readex: America's Historical…
Letter from Manning Leonard to Emma Stebbins, Aug 8, 1877
Leonard was delighted to hear that Cushman's family approves of the memoir.Credit
Library of Congress,Charlotte Cushman Papers, Manuscript Division, Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.
Letter from Manning Leonard to Emma Stebbins, Nov 29, 1876
Stebbins' illness prevents her from writing the memoir about her "dear friend." Apparently, she asked Leonard to help her collect more information about Cushman's life. Manning suspects that Stebbins has Cushman's papers which "will fill many gaps."…
Accounts of Charlotte Cushman's Life, Notes by Stebbins
This document is a collection of different quotes given by Charlotte Cushman before her death. It is supposedly written by Emma Stebbins and ranges from family history, childhood experiences, financial struggles, to early career ambitions and…
Letter from Charlotte Cushman to Grace Greenwood, June 15, 1854
Charlotte Cushman tells Grace Greenwood about the change of her reputation after performing the role of Queern Katherine. She touches upon the heartbreak that she suffered from because Matilda Hays left her in London to be with Harriet Hosmer in Rome…
Letter from Geraldine Jewsbury to Emma Stebbins, Feb 6, 1877
While working on the memoir of Charlotte Cushman, Emma Stebbins has made a request to Jewsbury, asking for her letters from 30 years ago. Although there are no 'secrets' in those letters, Jewsbury seems reluctant to hand them to Stebbins. The…
Transcripts of Letters from Emma Stebbins to Sidney Lanier, Sept 21, [1875] & Oct 7, 1875
![JLP 2 Stebbins to Lanier, Sept 21, [1875].pdf](https://archivalgossip.com/collection/files/square_thumbnails/8f2bd0b25a8c1019acad3649e870023a.jpg "JLP 2 Stebbins to Lanier, Sept 21, [1875].pdf")
Emma Stebbins calls Charlotte Cushman "our Regina," like Helen Hunt, and writes about the obstacles that Cushman is facing, also in terms of health issues. Cushman's health has been improving.Lanier seems to be lonely and has suffered from health…
Transcript of Letter from Emma Stebbins to Sidney Lanier, Sept 10, [1875]
![JLP 2 Stebbins to Lanier, Sept 10, [1875].pdf](https://archivalgossip.com/collection/files/square_thumbnails/394d0ca35f5c5e29d408cf12277700d3.jpg "JLP 2 Stebbins to Lanier, Sept 10, [1875].pdf")
Stebbins admits that Cushman's "illness absorbs" her. She often uses the first person plural to give opinions and news. Lanier is working on a book.Cushman let Stebbins send a note to a friend in England to receive some magazines that they usually…
Transcript of Letter from Emma Stebbins to Sidney Lanier, Aug 17, 1875
Charlotte Cushman "had been in such constant suffering during the summer." Emma Stebbins repeatedly mentions Mr. Lippi as Cushman's doctor.
Transcripts by Jennie Lorenz
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Library of Congress, Charlotte Cushman Papers, Manuscript Division,…
Transcript of Letter from Emma Stebbins to Sidney Lanier, June 22, [1875]
![JLP 2 Stebbins to Lanier, June 22, [1875].pdf](https://archivalgossip.com/collection/files/square_thumbnails/b9167e2652d7987c20b70dba4b7bfc7b.jpg "JLP 2 Stebbins to Lanier, June 22, [1875].pdf")
Emma Stebbins, Charlotte Cushman, and Lanier suffer from health issues. Cushman's health has deteriotated during her "Western tour." Emma suggests and supports a meeting between her brother and Lanier. She presumably talks about the college music…
Transcript of Letter from Emma Stebbins to Sidney Lanier, May 2, 1875
Both Charlotte Cushman and Emma Stebbins are friends with Lanier. A college of music is about to be established in NYC. Stebbins offers Lanier to introduce him to a relative who is involved in the college project. Stebbins mentions a farewell…
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Charlotte Cushman becomes widely known on both sides of the Atlantic as the first successful US-American actress. Earlier, she was a singer under the tutelage of James G. Maeder, married to actress Clara Fisher, in Boston. Charlotte has been the sole financial support of her mother since her father…