Henry, a native of Missouri, authored several novels including Kings Row(1940), Crescendo Interludes(1928), The Richest Woman in town(1932(), The Gray Man walks(1936) and others. He was at work on a sequel to the popular King's Row at the time of his death. Katherine a native of Carthage, Mississippi, was also a novelist and a poet. Among other publications, Katherine wrote My husband's Friend (1931) and A poet Passed Away (1958). Katherine finished her husband's sequel entitled Parris Mitchell of King's Row (1948).

The collection contains annotated manuscripts of many of these works, correspondence, and other materials relating to the life and work of these two authors. 42 boxes. Typed inventory available.

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