Abstract:This issue of 'The Book News Monthly' contains evidence of the rapid success enjoyed by L.M. Montgomery, and by her publisher, L.C. Page & Co, following the publication of 'Anne of Green Gables' in 1908. Page 14 in the front advertising section -- facing the issue Table of Contents, and so likely one of the most expensive for
Abstract:A playbill for the musical "Anne of Green Gables" created by Norman Campbell, Donald Harron, Elaine Campbell, and Mavor Moore at the O'Keefe Centre for the Performing Arts in Toronto, Ontario starring Gracie Finley.
Abstract:A programme for the 2000 season of the Blyth Festival. The play "Anne" adapted by Paul Ledoux is included. It was directed by Diana Belshaw and starred Samantha Reynolds as Anne. There is an insert about the play that also advertises an L.M. Montgomery exhibit at the Stratford-Perth Museum.
Abstract:A postcard, postdated August 19 1908, bearing a message in L.M. Montgomery's handwriting addressed to "Mr. Geo. B. MacMillan". George Boyd MacMillan (1881-1953) was a Scottish journalist and writer, and a favourite correspondent of L.M. Montgomery. The two were first introduced, by letter, in 1903, through an American writer who was
Abstract:A postcard, postdated April 23 1912, bearing a message in L.M. Montgomery's handwriting addressed to "Mr. Geo. B. MacMillan". George Boyd MacMillan (1881-1953) was a Scottish journalist and writer, and a favourite correspondent of L.M. Montgomery. The two were first introduced, by letter, in 1903, through an American writer who was
Abstract:A postcard, postdated October 4 1917, bearing a message in L.M. Montgomery's handwriting addressed to "Mr. Geo. B. MacMillan". George Boyd MacMillan (1881-1953) was a Scottish journalist and writer, and a favourite correspondent of L.M. Montgomery. The two were first introduced, by letter, in 1903, through an American writer who was
Abstract:A lobby card for the Boyd Theatre advertising RKO Radio Picture's 1934 film adaptation of "Anne of Green Gables" starring Anne Shirley. It advertises showings from February 19th-21st.
Abstract:A small calling card, with name "Hope Elsbree" printed on the front: on the back, in L.M. Montgomery's handwriting, appears the message, "Yours sincerely, L.M. Montgomery".
Abstract:Instrumental and vocal score for the song "Anne of Green Gables" from the Realart Pictures silent film production of the same name. Has note on cover: "This song has the official and exclusive approval and acceptance of Mary Miles Minter and 'Realart Picture Corporation' for use in connection with their photoplay, 'Anne of Green
Abstract:A newspaper clipping mentioning L.M. Montgomery by her married name of Mrs. MacDonald holding her first reception at her new home in Leaskdale, Ontario.
Abstract:A commemorative quarter depicting a coloured Ben Stahl's Anne on the face. The card uses Christopher Kovac's illustration of Green Gables. Both men illustrated stamps for Canada Post Corporation and these illustrations are also used for the coin. Stahl had also been commissioned to create 36 paintings for all of the covers and short
Abstract:A postcard, dated July 23, bearing a message in L.M. Montgomery's handwriting addressed to "Mr. Geo. B. MacMillan". George Boyd MacMillan (1881-1953) was a Scottish journalist and writer, and a favourite correspondent of L.M. Montgomery. The two were first introduced, by letter, in 1903, through an American writer who was developing a
Abstract:A book with 101 facts about the "Anne of Green Gables" musical created by Donald Harron, Norman Campbell, Elaine Campbell, and Mavor Moore. Donald Harron's autograph appears on the first page.
Abstract:A black and white photograph of the Fairbanks House in Dedham, Massachusetts, the oldest timber-frame building in New England. Construction began approximately in 1636 and ended in 1641, although these dates are debated. The house was used as a location in the Realart Pictures Corp. production of the 1919 silent film "Anne of Green
Abstract:A first day cover (FDC) for the stamp featuring a portrait of Anne of Green Gables in the top right corner and a Colorano "Silk" Cachet on the left side. Martha Shea was the inspiration for the portrait of Anne of Green Gables. The stamp was released to commemorate L.M. Montgomery's 100th birthday. The Colorano "Silk" Cachet features
Abstract:A review of new books including "The Story Girl" by L.M. Montgomery. The review mistakenly says that both "The Story Girl" and "Anne of Green Gables" take place in Nova Scotia instead of Prince Edward Island. Some of the other books reviewed are "A Chinese Appeal to Christendom Concerning Christian Missins" by Lin Shao Yang and "
Abstract:A photographic storybook featuring stills from the 1985 "Anne of Green Gables" miniseries starring Megan Follows. The storybook was adapted by Fiona McHugh.
Abstract:A handwritten letter, on card stock, sent from "The Manse, Norval, Ont", written by L.M. Montgomery to a fan in Australia; letter is dated October 19, 1929. In the note, Montgomery remarks the she since has received "hundreds" of letters from Australian readers since her address was published by a newspaper there. Montgomery also
Abstract:A postcard addressed to "Miss L.M. Montgomery, Cavendish, P.E.I. Canada". There is no message or signature on the card, but the postmark indicates it was sent from Glasgow, Scotland on March 4, 1907; research by the donor has verified the handwriting to be that of the Reverend Ewen (Ewan) Macdonald (1870-1943), who is known to have
