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John O. Fowell poems
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: John O. Fowell poems | |
| Creator: Fowell, John O. | |
| Inclusive Dates: 1856-1884 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 1 folder(s) (1 volume) | |
| Collection Number: ms1442 | |
| Repository: Hargrett Library | |
Collection Description
Historical Note
John O. Fowell was a Savannah, Georgia native who contributed poetry to various newspapers during the Civil War period and afterward. Among the papers represented are the Savannah "Morning News", Macon "Southern Confederacy", Savannah "Daily Times", and Augusta "Constitutionalist".
Scope and Content
The collection consists of one bound volume containing manuscript poems, some with corrections and in various versions, and newspaper clippings of his poetry. Several relate to Valentine's Day and most are love poems of varying degrees of sincerity.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
John O. Fowell poems, ms 1442. Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
Finding Aid Publication
Finding aid prepared on: 2014.