Alfred T. Pellicane Papers, 1962-2000

The Alfred T. Pellicane papers consist of the research materials, handwritten notes, a typed draft manuscript, typed biographical entries (many with correction notes), correspondence, photographs, and related supporting materials assembled for the reference book tentatively titled "Profiles in Angling Literature," and papers related to his interests in fishing and fishing literature. The collection has been arranged into two series. Series 1 consists of materials related to the proposed book including: a typescript of the incomplete manuscript; accounting books; lists of possible individuals to be included with writer's assignments and completion notations; 136 individual files organized alphabetically of authors of the fiction, artistr,y and craftsmanship of fishing through history. Contents of these files differ widely in their contents. Some only have a form letter without any reply and others have extensive notes and information. Files might contain a returned questionnaire from a living writer, a photograph, correspondence exchanged between Pellicane and the subject or relatives, obituaries, a biographical sketch of a notable author of the past, draft versions of the resulting biography with edit notations, and in some cases ephemera and brochures. Series 2 consists of personal writings, correspondence, files of fishing organizations, maps, brochures, catalogs, books, periodicals, newspaper clippings, and a small group of personal papers and memorabilia.