IOWA WOMEN'S ARCHIVES
UNIVERSITY OF IOWA LIBRARIES
IOWA CITY, IOWA
VERN BERRY (1906- )
PAPERS, 1980-1998
1 linear inch
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ACQUISITION: |
The papers (donor no. 498) were donated by Vern Berry in 1998. |
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ACCESS: |
The papers are open for research. |
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COPYRIGHT: |
Copyright held by the donor has been transferred to the University of Iowa. |
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PROCESSED BY: |
Margaret Richardson, 2000. [BerryVern.doc] |
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Biography
Vern Berry grew up in Davenport,
Iowa. She married Rex Berry, and the couple raised two daughters. Widowed at
the age of 70, she became a writer. Without any training but the aid of a writers’
group, she became a newspaper columnist, published several magazine articles
and a book of poetry, and co-authored a book with Connie Heckert entitled
“Roots and Recipes: Six Generations of Heartland Cookery.” In this book she
tells stories of six generations in her family and includes recipes reaching
back to the 1700s. Berry is a member of the Quad Cities Pen Women.
Scope and Content Note
The Vern Berry Papers measure one linear
inch and date from 1980-1998. They consist of published magazine articles,
biographical newspaper clippings, poetry, and correspondence. The book “Roots and Recipes” is shelved in
the Iowa Women’s Archives printed works collection (call number TX715. B4888
1995).
SCVF Description
Folder 1 Berry, Vern