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Woodruff, Douglas, 1897-1978

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1897 - 1978

Biographical Note

Douglas Woodruff attended Oxford and later entered the field of journalism. He edited The tablet from 1936-1967 and served as chairman of Associated Catholic Newspapers from 1953-1970. Woodruff also wrote many books and articles. In 1933, he was married to Hon. Marie Immaculée, daughter of the 2nd Lord Acton.

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Woodruff, Douglas, 1973-1977

 File — Shared_box 22430: Series III [Barcode: C0129644], Folder: 52
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

Consists of correspondence to John Cumming, literary editor of The Tablet, from various English and Scottish writers. Manuscripts of poems, essays, and reviews by these authors are also included.

Restrictions on Access

Collection is open for research.

Dates: 1973-1977

Douglas and Marie Immaculée Acton Woodruff family papers

 Collection
Abstract

Collection of correspondence, diaries, financial records, genealogical information, notebooks, and photographs of Catholic journalist Douglas Woodruff, Catholic charitable activist Marie Immaculée Acton Woodruff, and their families.

Restrictions on access

Collection is open for research.

Dates: 1858-1967

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