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Annie Fields autograph letter signed to Julian Hawthorne, [Boston], approximately 1904 June

1904

Wishes he would eliminate the passage stating that Mr. Fields destroyed the Ms. of The Scarlet Letter. Mr. Hawthorne himself "put it up the chimney."

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Elizabeth Hawthorne autograph letter signed to James Thomas Fields, Beverly, 28 January 1871

1871

Is pleased with "The Whispering Galley" in the Atlantic Monthly (Feb. 1871). Gives the correct date for Fanshawe, mentions Nathaniel Hawthorne's affection for Elinor (Barstow) Condit, his interest in old newspapers & cookery books. Has no material that could be inserted in a new edition of his works. Signed E.M.H.

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Elizabeth Hawthorne autograph letter signed to James Thomas Fields, [Salem], 12 December 1870

1870

Believes the articles on Nathaniel Hawthorne in the Portland, ME newspapers have some truth. Recalls his boyhood in Raymond, ME, his early laments, the charm he had for strangers. Date and place are given in a note by J.T. Fields. The biographical material was used in "The Whispering Galley" in The Atlantic Monthly Feb. & Mar. 1871. For newspaper articles see 21 May, 25 June, and 9 July 1870.

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Elizabeth Hawthorne autograph letter signed to James Thomas Fields, [Salem], 26 December 1870

1870

Describes Nathaniel Hawthorne's reading tastes, his daily habits, and his early love affairs. Believes he was all his life misplaced. Mentions his contributions to the American Magazine of Useful Knowledge and The Token. Signed E.M.H.

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Elizabeth Palmer Peabody autograph letter signed to Annie Adams Fields, 24 [December 1863]

1863

Compliments her on the Ode [at the installation of the Great Organ]. Sends an article intended for the March Atlantic Monthly. Has printed and illustrated with her own hands the first installment of a life of Apollo.

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Elizabeth Palmer Peabody autograph letter signed to James Thomas Fields, 20 November [1868]

1868

According to Mr. Clarke, Mr. Hawthorne's works do not net $100 a year. Compares this with Washington Irving's profits. Finds a number of errors in the account, particularly the percentage. Mrs. Hawthorne thinks she will have Putnam publish the English and Italian journals. Pencil note in unknown hand.

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Elizabeth Palmer Peabody autograph letter signed to James Thomas Fields, [October 1868]

1868

Intends to have a confidential talk with him about Mrs. Hawthorne's affairs. Speaks of the lack of yearly accounts, of the occurrence of errors, and the question of the author's percentage. Suggests he have the book examined. Declares "people's tongues are wagging to his detriment."

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Elizabeth Palmer Peabody autograph letter signed to [James Thomas Fields], 1 November [1868]

1868

Mrs. Hawthorne wishes her to find out from Houghton what volumes were printed and in what years. Would like an order from him to that effect.

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Elizabeth Palmer Peabody autograph letter signed to [James Thomas Fields], Cambridge, 4 January 1869

1869

Sees now the accuracy of Mr. Clarke's accounts; did not realize the contract for 12¢ a volume dated from 1864. Does not think it necessary to examine the printer's accounts. Will advise Mrs. Hawthorne not to change her publisher.

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