Collection of shorthand manuscripts, 1710-1912, bulk (1838-1912)

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Creator

Howard, Jerome B., 1860-1923. col

Location

Manuscripts and Archives Division

Extent

• 2 linear feet (5 boxes).

Access Restrictions

Restricted access; Manuscripts and Archives Division; Permit must be requested at the division indicated.

Scope/Contents Note

Collection consists of correspondence, writings, notes, shorthand notebooks, and photograph. Bulk of the collection is manuscripts in Benn Pitman shorthand of letters and writings concerning the trial of Mary Surratt for alleged complicity in the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. Also, writings by others, two shorthand notebooks,and photograph of Mary Surratt.

Biographical/Historical Note

Jerome B. Howard (1860-1923) was associated with the Phonographic Institute in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Controlled Access Terms

• Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 -- Assassination.
• Surratt, Mary E. (Mary Eugenia), 1820-1865.
• Shorthand -- Benn Pitman.
• Shorthand -- Pitman.
• Photographic prints.
• Stenographers.

Additional Creator Names

• Bailey, Phinehas, 1787-1861.
• Ellis, Alexander John, 1814-1890.
• Pitman, Benn, 1822-1910.
• Pitman, Isaac, Sir, 1813-1897.