Mary Frances Doner papers, circa 1934-1974

Summary

Creator:

Doner, Mary Frances.

Abstract:

Author based in Boston, Massachusetts and Ludington, Michigan. Scrapbooks containing news clippings and correspondence; copies of books; manuscripts of writings; and contracts with publishers.

Extent:

6 linear feet (in 7 boxes)
2 oversize volumes

Language:

English

Call Number:

851157 Aa 2; AC

Authors:

Finding aid created by Michigan Historical Collections staff

Background

Scope and Content:

The Doner papers relate mainly to her writing career and include scrapbooks containing clippings and letters about her various books. The collection also contains copies of her books and manuscripts of her writings.

Biographical / Historical:

Born in Port Huron, Michigan, Mary Frances Doner attended Columbia University. She also studied music at New York University. Immediately upon leaving college, she began writing for various pulp and other magazines, including Munsey Magazine, Fiction House, Woman's Home Companion. She was also a music reporter for the Boston Traveler. Many of her stories published in serial form were later brought out as novels. Doner was a popular author in her time with some of her novels set in Michigan.

Acquisition Information:

The collection was the gift of Mary Frances Doner (donor no. 4664 ).

Accruals:

No further additions to the papers are expected.

Physical Location:

Portions located in offsite storage; prior notification required for access.

Rules or Conventions:

Finding aid prepared using Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS)

Subjects

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Subjects:

Women -- Michigan -- Ludington.
Authors, American -- Michigan -- Ludington.
Women authors, American -- Michigan -- Ludington.

Formats:

Scrapbooks.

Places:

Bay View (Mich.)
Ludington (Mich.)