William Kent Family Papers (MS 309)

Description

The papers consist of correspondence, writings, topical files, biographical files, scrapbooks, and other material relating to William Kent's businesses, political activities, and family. The papers document his activities as a municipal reformer in Chicago and Northern California; his interests in conservation, recreation, and public control of water power; his campaigns for election to Congress; his service in the U.S. House of Representatives and on the U.S. Tariff Commission; and his business interests in cattle ranches in Nebraska and Nevada.

Alternative Title

William Kent Family Papers (MS 309)

Documents in this collection

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Addams notifies Kent of a change of meeting location and hopes that he will bring two guests.

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Addams writes Kent about the playground situation in the neighborhood and teases him its his fault she is busy writing a series of articles for the American Magazine.

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Addams thanks Kent for his donation and discusses outdoor activities planned for the Hull-House Boys Club.

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Addams writes Kent about Twenty Years at Hull-House and her fear that it won't be worth publishing.

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Kent introduces Frances Goodrich, who wishes to be a resident at Hull House.

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Addams writes Kent that she has forwarded his letter to Anita Blaine about contributing to the presidential campaign of Robert LaFollette and adds that she will do what she can to support the cause.

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Addams discusses the sectarianism going on in the Progressive Party.

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Addams tells Kent she discussed his letter with Roosevelt and other Progressives and that they seek cooperation with the Republican parties, but refuse to be swallowed up.

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Addams sends West an endorsement for William Kent's Senate run.

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Addams thanks Kent for the work he is doing on resource allotment in California.