Kennedy (Rose Elizabeth Fitzgerald, 1890-1995).

Kennedy (Rose Elizabeth Fitzgerald, 1890-1995). Kennedy (Rose Elizabeth Fitzgerald, 1890-1995). A collection of autograph and typed letters signed by Rose Kennedy to her friend and travel partner, Marie Bruce. With a few autograph/typed letters signed by other members of the Kennedy family. Approximately 54 pieces in total, 39 from Rose Kennedy, 6 TLS' from Edward M. Kennedy, 5 TLS' from Cynthia Stone (Joseph P. Kennedy's secretary), a TLS from Eunice Kennedy, two notes from Ethel Kennedy (one unsigned), and a cablegram from Rose in 1966 stating that she had made arrangements for Marie to stay at the embassy in Paris. A remarkable archive of correspondence that provides insight into the life of one of the most prominent members of the Kennedy family. Although much of the correspondence is relatively brief and focused on practical arrangements, the collection presents the opportunity to learn about the relationship between Kennedy and Bruce. Kennedy was known to have spent much of her time alone and did not have confidants; Bruce said in an oral history about Rose that she was surprised that she asked her to travel with her because their relationship wasn't that close. These letters hint at a slightly closer relationship than was previously thought, particularly those written soon after the deaths of her son and husband. The letters from other Kennedy family members suggest that Rose spoke about Marie and that their relationship grew beyond the two being mere travel partners. Examples within the archive include a printed note of thanks from Rose and Joseph P. Kennedy following the death of Robert F. Kennedy in 1968, to which Rose has added in her own hand: "Marie dearest, Thank you very much for your note. Ethel is most courageous, Joe is fine, and we all are going to try to carry out Bobby's wishes. Love, Rose." Another typed letter from 1959 starts, "Dear Marie: I have not heard from you lately. I hope that you are feeling all right. If not, please let me know"; at the end of one typed letter from 1966, Rose adds in manuscript that she wished Marie was nearer; following her husband's death in November 1969, Rose writes to Marie on a printed thank you note: "Marie Dearest, The children & grandchildren are all here so all goes well - I am spending Christmas in Paris so hope to see you - later I hope to go to Greece with Jackie. Pray for us. Love, Rose." Others discuss travel arrangements; one recommends treatment for back pain because it worked for Jack Kennedy; Edward Kennedy wrote from the hospital following the plane crash in 1964; a typed letter from 1960 comments on Jack's campaign; and others. The collection also includes several newspaper clippings, probably sent to Marie by Rose. An intriguing and previously unknown collection of documents. With a few autograph/typed letters signed by other members of the Kennedy family. Approximately 54 pieces in total, 39 from Rose Kennedy, 6 TLS' from Edward M. Kennedy, 5 TLS' from Cynthia Stone (Joseph P. Kennedy's secretary), a TLS from Eunice Kennedy, two notes from Ethel Kennedy (one unsigned), and a cablegram from Rose in 1966 stating that she had made arrangements for Marie to stay at the embassy in Paris

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