Edward L. Mabry papers
2025-28-0
Content Description
This collection documents the life and activities of Edward L. Mabry (1898-1989), the chief executive of Vick Chemical Co. and an accomplished poet, from 1980 to1987. It primarily encompasses his personal life and the eighteen books of poetry and sayings that he published during his lifetime. The majority of collection is comprised of correspondence between Mabry and individuals in his social circle and publishing life as well as writing notes and drafts of his stand-alone poetry and several of his books. The correspondence is largely addressed to Arthur Fowler, Jerry Jackson, and Geraldine. Scattered amongst the collection are assorted bits of ephemera from Mabry's life, including his schedule, assorted memoranda, and two drafts of his last will and testament.
Acquisition Type
Gift
Language of Description
English
Script of Description
Latin
Restrictions Apply
No
Dates
- Creation: 1980-1987
Creator
- Mabry, Edward L., 1898-1989 (Person)
Extent
2 Linear Feet
Inventory
Correspondence Undated correspondence and postcards from Geraldine and other unknown individuals. September 1, 1981 letter from Edward L. Mabry to Art Fowler regarding Sail On. October 19, 1981 letter to Art Fowler from Edward L. Mabry about a list of sixteen ships that he wants to use for illustrations in Sail On. December 15, 1981 letter from Pond-Ekberg Company to Edward L. Mabry regarding sales tax. January 14, 1982 letter from Art Fowler to Edward L. Mabry regarding Sail On artwork. January 21, 1982 letter from Edward L. Mabry to Art Fowler regarding Sail On illustrations February 2, 1982 letter from Thomas F. McDermott to Edward L. Mabry regarding an inquiry by a Massachusetts printer to print his latest works. February 8, 1982 letter from Art Fowler to Edward L. Mabry regarding Sail On. February 10, 1982 letter from Edward L. Mabry to Art Fowler regarding sales tax. February 12, 1982 letter from Edward L. Mabry to Art Fowler regarding Sail On artwork. February 16, 1982 letter from Carol A. Woods (Pond-Ekberg Company) to Edward L. Mabry regarding the collection of sales tax. March 9, 1982 letter from Edward L. Mabry to Art Fowler about Sail On. March 16, 1982 letter from Edward L. Mabry to Jerry Jackson about Sail On. April 8, 1982 letter from Edward Mabry to Jerry Jackson. May 6, 1982 letter from Edward Mabry to Jerry Jackson about his introduction to Sail On. December 1984 Christmas letter to Edward L. Mabry. September 1985 correspondence and notes between Edward L. Mabry and Art Fowler regarding illustrations for A Time To Reap. December 19, 1986 letter from Elizabeth A. Lovich to Mr. Collier regarding a dummy for The Velvet Touch. 1980s postcards to Edward L. Mabry. Writing notes and drafts Poetry. o Pillow Fight (June 1982) o A Flame and a Song. o Remember WHY! o Freedom Songs. o Glorious Easter. Elm Leaves: A Raking of Sayings (1979). o Writing proof. o Drafts. Elm Leaves Keep Falling: A Fallout of Sayings (1980). o Draft. Mabryel: A Poetic Potpourri (1981). o Writing proof. o Cover proof. o Dedication draft and scrap notes. o Assorted art drafts and writing notes. Sail On! A Cargo of Sayings (1982). o Assorted artwork drafts. Spring Harvest: A Hatching of Sayings (1982). o Writing proof. Softly Glows The Flame (1984). o Cover proof. The Butterfly Express (1984). o Writing proof. Summerfest (1985). o Writing proof. On Wings Of Romance (1987) o Writing proof. Writing notes and ephemera. o Undated notes. o Assorted proofs and drafts. o Assorted illustrations. o 1981 schedule and book ideas. Ephemera May 3, 1986 date list. 2 drafts of Edward L. Mabry’s last will and testament. Christmas card. Assorted notes and other personal papers.
Subject
- Mabry, Edward L., 1898-1989 (Person)