Charles Mathews performance handbills
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Abstract
Two handbills from an unknown newspaper relating to protests over a performance by Charles Mathews in New York City in 1834.
Biographical note
Charles Mathews (1776-1835) was a well-known British comedic actor who made two tours through the United States during his career.
Arrangement
This small collection is housed in a single folder.
Scope and Contents
Two handbills from an unknown newspaper for a performance by Charles Mathews in New York City in 1834. One handbill is a notice for the public to protest the performance, while the other, issued by E. Simpson, argues against the first and urges the public to see the performance.
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Conditions Governing Access
Open to users without restriction.
Conditions Governing Use
The materials in this collection are in the public domain. While many items at the Center for Brooklyn History are unrestricted, we do not own reproduction rights to all materials. Be aware of the several kinds of rights that might apply: copyright, licensing and trademarks. The researcher assumes all responsibility for copyright questions.
Preferred Citation
Identification of item, date (if known); Charles Mathews performance handbills, 1977.533, Box and Folder number; Brooklyn Public Library, Center for Brooklyn History.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Source and date of acquisition unknown. Formally accessioned in 1977.
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Processing Information
Minimally processed to the collection level. This collection was rehoused and the finding aid revised by Dee Bowers in 2023.
