Magic squares. "William Shakespeare", undated
Scope and Contents
Comprised of magic squares, acrostics, anagrams, mathematical calculations and riddles. The vast majority of these word and number puzzles relate directly to the Shakespeare-Bacon controversy that both Covert and his cousin, Walter Arensberg, felt could be solved through the use of acrostics and other word puzzles. Also includes a cipher key for a code Covert developed based on his Social Security number.
Because of the highly specialized format of this material, researchers interested in the topic are encouraged to review all items in the Series because not all titles and subjects are obvious.
Dates
- undated
Language of Materials
English.
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research. The "Fragile restricted papers" may only be consulted with permission of the Archivist. Preservation photocopies and copy prints for reference use have been substituted in the main files.
Extent
From the Collection: 5 linear feet
Creator
- From the Collection: Covert, John, 1882-1960 (Creator, Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Library and Archives Repository
Philadelphia Museum of Art
PO Box 7646
Philadelphia PA 19101-7646 United States
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