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Katharine Wright to Agnes Beck, 1929 Jan. 30

 Item — Folder: 1, Item: 7

Scope and Content

From the Collection:

The collection consists of eight letters written by Katharine Wright to her friend, Agnes Beck, dating from Sept. 22, 1908 through Feb. 21, 1929. The letters discuss Wilbur and Orville Wright, their flights, the Wright Family, and other personal matters. Of particular interest is the letter of Sept. 22, 1908 which describes Orville Wright's crash at Fort Myer, Virginia, and his convalescence.

Dates

  • Creation: 1929 Jan. 30

Creator

Restrictions on Access

This collection is open to the public.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.1 linear feet (1 folder)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Abstract

Katharine Wright Haskell writes to her friend Agnes Beck about her trip to Rochester, Minnesota, expressing she's been sick for most of her time there.

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections Repository

Contact:
Wright State University Libraries
Special Collections and Archives
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