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McCarthy, Denis Aloysius, 1871-1931

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1871-07-25 - 1931-08-18

Biographical Note

Denis Aloysius McCarthy was born in Ireland and emigrated to the United States at the age of fifteen. He settled in Boston, Massachusetts and wrote for the Sacred Heart Review. McCarthy published several books of verse. He also lectured frequently, especially to Catholic audiences. He received an honorary doctorate from Boston College in 1922. McCarthy died in 1931.

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Denis Aloysius McCarthy papers

 Collection
Abstract

Papers documenting the life of early twentieth-century Irish-American poet, author, and lecturer Denis Aloysius McCarthy. Includes correspondence, and printed copies of his poems, articles, and addresses.

Restrictions on access

Collection is open for research.

Dates: 1901 - 1931