The Gregg Group was founded 22 May 2004, prompted by the lack of online shorthand resources. As the primary use for shorthand — business and legal recording — has waned in recent decades, we generally acclaim the skill as a hobby or personal tool. The purpose of the group is to promote the use of Gregg systems of shorthand by providing advice to beginners, support for students, and an association of users of this efficient, attractive, and enjoyable method of writing.
I was contacted by a student finishing her master’s degree in Art History who is studying the development and impact of Winifred Kenna Richmond’s shorthand plates, specifically those used for the Anniversary Gregg Shorthand Readers. She will like to share her findings with others. Unfortunately, when I tried to reply to her email, it has…
Below are dedication pages of some of Mrs. Richmond’s shorthand books from her personal collection. Enjoy! Gregg Medical Shorthand Manual (1927) Gregg Reporting Shortcuts (1922) Gregg Shorthand Anniversary Manual-Miniature Gregg Shorthand Functional Method – Book 1 Gregg Shorthand Functional Method – Book 2 Gregg Speed Studies (1917)
It seems that there is so little information about Winifred Kenna Richmond. This is the woman who created the beautiful shorthand plates for the following green cover Anniversary Novels published between 1931 and 1933. –A Christmas Carol (1931) –Creeds of Great Business Men (1932) –The Diamond Necklace (1933) –The Great Stone Face (6-1931) –Hamlet (1931)…