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Edward Burke collection of postcards (RLC.Ms.042)

Redwood Library and Athenaeum

50 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI 02840
Tel: (401) 847-0292
Fax: (401) 841-5680
email: redwood@redwoodlibrary.org

Collection Overview

Title: Edward Burke collection of postcards
Date range: 1892-2013
Creator: Burke, Edward
Extent: 2.0 linear feet (2 record boxes)
Abstract: This collection is composed primarily of scenes in Newport, RI with some various images from the rest of the state. Included in this collection are some postcards from the donor, Edward Burke, to his daughter Emily, and his parents. Some of the postcards have been used for correspondence, but show no connection to Mr. Burke.
Language of materials: English, French, German.
Repository: Redwood Library and Athenaeum
Collection number: RLC.Ms.042