Correspondence, 1946-1973
Conditions Governing Access
The Sharon Preston-Folta Collection on Lucille Preston and Louis Armstrong is open to research. Researchers are advised to contact the Music Division prior to visiting in order to determine whether the desired materials will be available at that time.
Certain restrictions on using or copying materials may apply.
Scope and Content Note
This series consists chiefly of autograph letters to Lucille Preston from Louis Armstrong, Joe Glaser, and David Gold. Armstong's personal letters to Preston are at times crude and demeaning towards women.
Dates
- Creation: 1946-1973
Access and Restrictions
The Sharon Preston-Folta Collection on Lucille Preston and Louis Armstrong is open to research. Researchers are advised to contact the Music Division prior to visiting in order to determine whether the desired materials will be available at that time.
Certain restrictions on using or copying materials may apply.
Arrangement
Arranged alphabetically by correspondent.
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