British History 1800-1950
ADAM‚ William. 5090
Autograph Letter Signed‚ discussing a friend’s proposal‚ the payment of interest and its legal ramifications. A good one page example 8½ x 6½ inches‚ in good condition. Woburn Abbey‚ 27 September 1809. William Adam (1751-1839)‚ politician and lord chief commissioner of the Scottish jury court‚ fought a duel with Charles Fox in 1779. He became a close friend of Sir Walter Scott.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ discussing a friend’s proposal‚ the payment of interest and its legal ramifications. A good one page example 8½ x 6½ inches‚ in good condition. Woburn Abbey‚ 27 September 1809. William Adam (1751-1839)‚ politician and lord chief commissioner of the Scottish jury court‚ fought a duel with Charles Fox in 1779. He became a close friend of Sir Walter Scott. Price : £45.00
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ADOLPHUS‚ John. 1822
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Sir William Woods‚ asking for ‘four tickets for the Rehearsal of the music intended for her Majesty’s Coronation‚ at Westminster Abbey on Tuesday next’. 1 page 7 x 7.5 inches‚ inlaid to album leaf‚ one tear repaired. Temple‚ 22 June 1838. John Adolphus (1768-1845)‚ lawyer and historian.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Sir William Woods‚ asking for ‘four tickets for the Rehearsal of the music intended for her Majesty’s Coronation‚ at Westminster Abbey on Tuesday next’. 1 page 7 x 7.5 inches‚ inlaid to album leaf‚ one tear repaired. Temple‚ 22 June 1838. John Adolphus (1768-1845)‚ lawyer and historian. Price : £45.00
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BERNARD Sir Thomas 6313
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Tho.Bernard’ to the Hon.H.Goodhall discussing the use of charitable funds a bill for their regulation which would also cover Charity Schools and other subjects suggesting the compilation of “a Register & Investment of these Funds”. 2 pp. 9½ x 8 inches in good condition address leaf removed. Foundling 16 April 1805. Sir Thomas Bernard second baronet (1750–1818) philanthropist. He spent the early part of his life in British North America where his father was governor of Massachusetts and was educated at a private school in New Jersey and at Harvard University. devoted the best part of his later life to philanthropy especially concerning the welfare of the poor. He took an active interest in the London Foundling Hospital and became a governor and then in 1795 treasurer all the while involving himself in its day-to-day affairs and finances until ill health forced his retirement in 1806. Bernard was also concerned at the unwholesome working conditions of children in cotton factories and of apprentice chimney sweeps. There emerged from the work of Bernard and the Society for Bettering the Condition of the Poor a school for the indigent blind the Cancer Institution and the Fever Institution alongside other initiatives. He was also interested in allotments friendly societies Sunday societies schools of industry medical charities penny clubs the aged poor and schemes for the promotion of vaccination. [DNB] “The publishing a List of abused Charities would I fear be an odious & irritating thing; & would only serve to detect a very few Abuses out of many.”
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Tho.Bernard’ to the Hon.H.Goodhall discussing the use of charitable funds a bill for their regulation which would also cover Charity Schools and other subjects suggesting the compilation of “a Register & Investment of these Funds”. 2 pp. 9½ x 8 inches in good condition address leaf removed. Foundling 16 April 1805. Sir Thomas Bernard second baronet (1750–1818) philanthropist. He spent the early part of his life in British North America where his father was governor of Massachusetts and was educated at a private school in New Jersey and at Harvard University. devoted the best part of his later life to philanthropy especially concerning the welfare of the poor. He took an active interest in the London Foundling Hospital and became a governor and then in 1795 treasurer all the while involving himself in its day-to-day affairs and finances until ill health forced his retirement in 1806. Bernard was also concerned at the unwholesome working conditions of children in cotton factories and of apprentice chimney sweeps. There emerged from the work of Bernard and the Society for Bettering the Condition of the Poor a school for the indigent blind the Cancer Institution and the Fever Institution alongside other initiatives. He was also interested in allotments friendly societies Sunday societies schools of industry medical charities penny clubs the aged poor and schemes for the promotion of vaccination. [DNB] “The publishing a List of abused Charities would I fear be an odious & irritating thing; & would only serve to detect a very few Abuses out of many.” Price : £150.00
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BETHAM‚ Sir William. 9927
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mr. Glaston[?]‚ about the recent printing of a “stale” story from Irish history‚ written some time ago by Betham for the Irish Ant. A.‚ and since published in the Penny Journal and elsewhere. 2¼ pages 7½ x 4½ inches‚ one corner clipped‚ address panel. Stradbrook House‚ 27 December 1834. Sir William Betham (1779-1853)‚ Ulster King of Arms‚ “You have had my story of Real Hgh O’Donnell cooked up for the Mag. is it not somewhat stale?”
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mr. Glaston[?]‚ about the recent printing of a “stale” story from Irish history‚ written some time ago by Betham for the Irish Ant. A.‚ and since published in the Penny Journal and elsewhere. 2¼ pages 7½ x 4½ inches‚ one corner clipped‚ address panel. Stradbrook House‚ 27 December 1834. Sir William Betham (1779-1853)‚ Ulster King of Arms‚ “You have had my story of Real Hgh O’Donnell cooked up for the Mag. is it not somewhat stale?” Price : £35.00
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BLUNT‚ Wilfrid Scawen. 9997
Autograph Letter Signed‚ addressed ‘My dear Sir’ [W.Martin Wood‚ formerly editor of the Times of India and a writer on Indian affairs]‚ about the publication of a paper in the Month‚ hoping there is no hurry‚ and approving “yr ideas of finishing off the correspondence with Downing Street - It is best to keep rubbing it in”. 3 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in fine condition. With the original envelope. 10 James Street‚ 3 April‚ postmarked 4 April 1885. Wilfrid Scawen Blunt (1840-1922)‚ traveller‚ politician and poet.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ addressed ‘My dear Sir’ [W.Martin Wood‚ formerly editor of the Times of India and a writer on Indian affairs]‚ about the publication of a paper in the Month‚ hoping there is no hurry‚ and approving “yr ideas of finishing off the correspondence with Downing Street - It is best to keep rubbing it in”. 3 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in fine condition. With the original envelope. 10 James Street‚ 3 April‚ postmarked 4 April 1885. Wilfrid Scawen Blunt (1840-1922)‚ traveller‚ politician and poet. Price : £85.00
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BONNER‚ Hypatia Bradlaugh. 9595
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Joseph Collinson [of the Humanitarian League] about newspaper correspondence and “the action of the N.L.C.” 2 pp. 5½ x 5 inches. 30 Victoria Road‚ Clapham Common‚ 4 March 1894. Hypatia Bradlaugh Bonner (1858–1935)‚ freethinker and radical‚ daughter of Charles Bradlaugh‚ and editor of The Reformer. She lectured widely and served on the executives of the Women's National Liberal Federation‚ the International Arbitration and Peace League‚ and the Humanitarian League‚ for which she wrote an attack on the death penalty in 1905. She expressed her radicalism and belief in equal status for women from within Liberalism rather than through the more publicized suffragette movement. [ODNB]
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Joseph Collinson [of the Humanitarian League] about newspaper correspondence and “the action of the N.L.C.” 2 pp. 5½ x 5 inches. 30 Victoria Road‚ Clapham Common‚ 4 March 1894. Hypatia Bradlaugh Bonner (1858–1935)‚ freethinker and radical‚ daughter of Charles Bradlaugh‚ and editor of The Reformer. She lectured widely and served on the executives of the Women's National Liberal Federation‚ the International Arbitration and Peace League‚ and the Humanitarian League‚ for which she wrote an attack on the death penalty in 1905. She expressed her radicalism and belief in equal status for women from within Liberalism rather than through the more publicized suffragette movement. [ODNB] Price : £45.00
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BOOTH‚ Charles. 9003
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Dr. Alex Hill‚ Vice Chancellor‚ assuring him he feels “deeply the very high honour which the Council of the Senate propose to confer upon me” and accepting the invitation of the Council. A good one page example 7 x 4½ inches‚ integral blank leaf. Gracedieu‚ Whitwick‚ Leicestershire‚ 11 May 1898. Charles Booth (1840-1916)‚ shipowner and social investigator. His concerns about the condition of the London poor were stimulated by the deep-seated social crisis of the 1880s. He engaged the services of a powerful network of young men and women‚ based on Toynbee Hall‚ the Charity Organization Society‚ and the Royal Statistical Society‚ who were dedicated to solving ‘the social problem’. The first meeting to organise this inquiry was held on 17 April 1886. Booth's investigation‚ which began with his pilot survey of Tower Hamlets in 1887‚ was to last for fifteen years‚ and was eventually to be published in a gathered form as Life and Labour of the People in London in seventeen volumes (1902).
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Dr. Alex Hill‚ Vice Chancellor‚ assuring him he feels “deeply the very high honour which the Council of the Senate propose to confer upon me” and accepting the invitation of the Council. A good one page example 7 x 4½ inches‚ integral blank leaf. Gracedieu‚ Whitwick‚ Leicestershire‚ 11 May 1898. Charles Booth (1840-1916)‚ shipowner and social investigator. His concerns about the condition of the London poor were stimulated by the deep-seated social crisis of the 1880s. He engaged the services of a powerful network of young men and women‚ based on Toynbee Hall‚ the Charity Organization Society‚ and the Royal Statistical Society‚ who were dedicated to solving ‘the social problem’. The first meeting to organise this inquiry was held on 17 April 1886. Booth's investigation‚ which began with his pilot survey of Tower Hamlets in 1887‚ was to last for fifteen years‚ and was eventually to be published in a gathered form as Life and Labour of the People in London in seventeen volumes (1902). Price : £65.00
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BRADLAUGH‚ Charles. 10080
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mr. Chapman‚ about the arrival of his letter at the printing office while Bradlaugh was out of England. 2 pp. 8 x 5 inches‚ folds. The National Reformer‚ 29 Turner Street‚ Commercial Road‚ 5 May 1873. Charles Bradlaugh (1833-1891) was a political activist and one of the most famous English atheists of the 19th century. He founded the National Secular Society in 1866.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mr. Chapman‚ about the arrival of his letter at the printing office while Bradlaugh was out of England. 2 pp. 8 x 5 inches‚ folds. The National Reformer‚ 29 Turner Street‚ Commercial Road‚ 5 May 1873. Charles Bradlaugh (1833-1891) was a political activist and one of the most famous English atheists of the 19th century. He founded the National Secular Society in 1866. Price : £45.00
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BRIGHT‚ Jacob. 9263
Autograph Letter Signed‚ explaining that his parliamentary duties prevent him accepting an invitation to address the club. 2 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ stains along upper edge. Alderley Edge‚ Cheshire‚ 3 January 1886. Jacob Bright (1821-1899)‚ politician‚ became leader of the suffragist movement in parliament. He introduced his last bill in the Commons on women's suffrage in 1878. During the subsequent debates within the women's suffrage movement‚ he held out for the full franchise demand‚ including married women‚ rather than the more limited enfranchisement of widows and single women.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ explaining that his parliamentary duties prevent him accepting an invitation to address the club. 2 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ stains along upper edge. Alderley Edge‚ Cheshire‚ 3 January 1886. Jacob Bright (1821-1899)‚ politician‚ became leader of the suffragist movement in parliament. He introduced his last bill in the Commons on women's suffrage in 1878. During the subsequent debates within the women's suffrage movement‚ he held out for the full franchise demand‚ including married women‚ rather than the more limited enfranchisement of widows and single women. Price : £30.00
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BROCKETT‚ John Trotter. 9785
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mr. S.Prowett‚ 269 Strand‚ agreeing to be “a Subscriber to the Publication of Lord Northwick’s Coins”‚ and enquiring about other publications. 1 page 9 x 7 inches‚ holed at seal opening‚ piece torn away without loss of text‚ address panel‚ Newcastle postmark. Newcastle upon Tyne‚ 18 May 1824. John Trotter Brockett (1788-1842)‚ antiquary and numismatist.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mr. S.Prowett‚ 269 Strand‚ agreeing to be “a Subscriber to the Publication of Lord Northwick’s Coins”‚ and enquiring about other publications. 1 page 9 x 7 inches‚ holed at seal opening‚ piece torn away without loss of text‚ address panel‚ Newcastle postmark. Newcastle upon Tyne‚ 18 May 1824. John Trotter Brockett (1788-1842)‚ antiquary and numismatist. Price : £30.00
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BROUGHAM‚ Henry. 10844
Autograph Letter Signed ‘H.Brougham’‚ to ‘Dear J.S.’‚ making arrangements for their meeting. A good one page example 7 x 4½ inches‚ light traces of mounting on verso. 27 May‚ no year given. Henry‚ Lord Brougham (1778-1868)‚ Lord Chancellor‚ law reformer‚ orator‚ one of the most famous legal figures of the nineteenth century.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘H.Brougham’‚ to ‘Dear J.S.’‚ making arrangements for their meeting. A good one page example 7 x 4½ inches‚ light traces of mounting on verso. 27 May‚ no year given. Henry‚ Lord Brougham (1778-1868)‚ Lord Chancellor‚ law reformer‚ orator‚ one of the most famous legal figures of the nineteenth century. Price : £30.00
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BROWNE‚ Isaac Hawkins. 7308
Autograph Letter Signed‚ accepting “the high honour of being one of the Vice-presidents of the London Vaccine Institution”. 1 page 9 x 7 inches‚ integral blank‚ a few marginal defects. 15 South Audley Street‚ 22 January 1808. Isaac Hawkins Browne (1745–1818)‚ politician and industrialist‚ son of Isaac Hawkins Browne (1706-1760)‚ the poet. He represented Bridgnorth for twenty-eight years from 1784 to 1812. He was a supporter of William Pitt and later of the ministries of Henry Addington‚ the duke of Portland‚ and Spencer Perceval. In 1815 Browne published anonymously Essays‚ Religious and Moral‚ which he afterwards acknowledged. His Essays on Subjects of Important Inquiry in Metaphysics‚ Morals and Religion (1822) was not published until after his death.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ accepting “the high honour of being one of the Vice-presidents of the London Vaccine Institution”. 1 page 9 x 7 inches‚ integral blank‚ a few marginal defects. 15 South Audley Street‚ 22 January 1808. Isaac Hawkins Browne (1745–1818)‚ politician and industrialist‚ son of Isaac Hawkins Browne (1706-1760)‚ the poet. He represented Bridgnorth for twenty-eight years from 1784 to 1812. He was a supporter of William Pitt and later of the ministries of Henry Addington‚ the duke of Portland‚ and Spencer Perceval. In 1815 Browne published anonymously Essays‚ Religious and Moral‚ which he afterwards acknowledged. His Essays on Subjects of Important Inquiry in Metaphysics‚ Morals and Religion (1822) was not published until after his death. Price : £45.00
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BRUNSWICK‚ Frederick William‚ Duke of. 10188
Power of Attorney Signed ‘William Duke of Brunswick’‚ appointing William LeBlanc to sell “a Mansion House called or known by the name of Belmont House situate at Vauxhall” and all the household goods and furniture‚ to deal with all the leases and mortgages necessary for the completion of the sale. Alongside the Duke’s signature is a fine example of his seal in red wax. With the signatures of a two witnesses‚ a lieutenant in the Duke of Brunswick Hussars and the Steward of the Duke of Brunswick. 3 pp. manuscript‚ 12 x 8 inches‚ the first two pages in good condition‚ the integral leaf with a small piece torn from the upper margin‚ and one tear across a blank lower section. 21 October 1814. An uncommon autograph. Frederick William‚ Duke of Brunswick (1771-1815) fought for Prussia against France from 1792 and took part in the Peninsular War. He fell while leading his Black Brunswickers at the Battle of Quatre Bras‚ 16 June 1815.
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Power of Attorney Signed ‘William Duke of Brunswick’‚ appointing William LeBlanc to sell “a Mansion House called or known by the name of Belmont House situate at Vauxhall” and all the household goods and furniture‚ to deal with all the leases and mortgages necessary for the completion of the sale. Alongside the Duke’s signature is a fine example of his seal in red wax. With the signatures of a two witnesses‚ a lieutenant in the Duke of Brunswick Hussars and the Steward of the Duke of Brunswick. 3 pp. manuscript‚ 12 x 8 inches‚ the first two pages in good condition‚ the integral leaf with a small piece torn from the upper margin‚ and one tear across a blank lower section. 21 October 1814. An uncommon autograph. Frederick William‚ Duke of Brunswick (1771-1815) fought for Prussia against France from 1792 and took part in the Peninsular War. He fell while leading his Black Brunswickers at the Battle of Quatre Bras‚ 16 June 1815. Price : £750.00
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BULLER‚ Charles. 5761
Autograph letter signed‚ informing his correspondent that he is bringing E.J.Stanley as a guest to the Pol.Econ.Club. 1 page 7 x 4½ inches. 2 Charles Place‚ 3 May [no year given]. Charles Buller (1806-48)‚ liberal politician‚ pupil of Carlyle.
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Autograph letter signed‚ informing his correspondent that he is bringing E.J.Stanley as a guest to the Pol.Econ.Club. 1 page 7 x 4½ inches. 2 Charles Place‚ 3 May [no year given]. Charles Buller (1806-48)‚ liberal politician‚ pupil of Carlyle. Price : £30.00
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BUTLER‚ R.A. 10279
Autograph Letter Signed ‘R.A.Butler’‚ as Foreign Secretary‚ to Max Aitken‚ about the death of Aitken’s father‚ Lord Beaverbrook: “He was very fair & loyal to me in 1957...” 2 pp. 7½ x 4½ inches‚ in good condition. Foreign Office‚ 19 June 1964. Richard Austen Butler‚ known as Rab Butler (1902-1982)‚ Conservative politician‚ Foreign Secretary (1963-1964) under Alec Douglas-Home.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘R.A.Butler’‚ as Foreign Secretary‚ to Max Aitken‚ about the death of Aitken’s father‚ Lord Beaverbrook: “He was very fair & loyal to me in 1957...” 2 pp. 7½ x 4½ inches‚ in good condition. Foreign Office‚ 19 June 1964. Richard Austen Butler‚ known as Rab Butler (1902-1982)‚ Conservative politician‚ Foreign Secretary (1963-1964) under Alec Douglas-Home. Price : £65.00
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BUXTON‚ Sir Thomas Fowell. 10310
Autograph Letter Signed ‘T.F.Buxton’‚ accepting the honour of becoming one of the Vice Presidents of the Literary Institution‚ and sending orders “to the Secretaries of the African Institution‚ & the Anti Slavery Society to furnish you with the pamphlets which they have published”. 1 page 7 x 4¼ inches‚ with a few words and signature overleaf‚ integral blank leaf‚ light creasing along one edge. Cromer‚ 3 November 1826 [?1836] Sir Thomas Fowell Buxton (1786-1845)‚ philanthropist‚ and a leading figure in the abolition of slavery.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘T.F.Buxton’‚ accepting the honour of becoming one of the Vice Presidents of the Literary Institution‚ and sending orders “to the Secretaries of the African Institution‚ & the Anti Slavery Society to furnish you with the pamphlets which they have published”. 1 page 7 x 4¼ inches‚ with a few words and signature overleaf‚ integral blank leaf‚ light creasing along one edge. Cromer‚ 3 November 1826 [?1836] Sir Thomas Fowell Buxton (1786-1845)‚ philanthropist‚ and a leading figure in the abolition of slavery. Price : £75.00
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CARPENTER‚ Mary. 2258
Autograph Letter Signed‚ forwarding a document which ‘appears to carry out the wishes both of Lady Byron & myself’‚ suggesting one alteration therein‚ ‘as the name is actually painted on the door‚ v. is in present occupation in connection with the Schools’; she requests a copy of the Lease to be placed among the School documents. 1 page 7 x 4.5 inches‚ some light damp staining. Red Lodge House‚ 2 March 1858. Mary Carpenter (1807-77)‚ philanthropist‚ founder of various ragged schools‚ author of Our Convicts (1864) and Six Months in India (1868). Red Lodge in Park Row‚ Bristol‚ was a reformatory school for girls. Mary Carpenter’s house in Park Row was bought for her by Lady Byron‚ who contributed to several other of her projects.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ forwarding a document which ‘appears to carry out the wishes both of Lady Byron & myself’‚ suggesting one alteration therein‚ ‘as the name is actually painted on the door‚ v. is in present occupation in connection with the Schools’; she requests a copy of the Lease to be placed among the School documents. 1 page 7 x 4.5 inches‚ some light damp staining. Red Lodge House‚ 2 March 1858. Mary Carpenter (1807-77)‚ philanthropist‚ founder of various ragged schools‚ author of Our Convicts (1864) and Six Months in India (1868). Red Lodge in Park Row‚ Bristol‚ was a reformatory school for girls. Mary Carpenter’s house in Park Row was bought for her by Lady Byron‚ who contributed to several other of her projects. Price : £100.00
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CASTLEREAGH‚ Robert Stewart‚ Viscount. 9507
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Castlereagh’‚ discussing the postponement of a committee on account of the Estimates not being ready‚ and asking his correspondent (possibly Davies Gilbert) to “order Notes to be sent round adjourning the Meeting till Wednesday at 12 and if you should think fit assigning the reason”. 2 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition‚ with the integral blank leaf (heavily stained on verso where formerly mounted in an album). Foreign Office‚ [16 February 1817]. Fully autograph letters by Castlereagh are uncommon. Robert Stewart‚ Viscount Castlereagh (1769-1822)‚ statesman‚ foreign secretary‚ leader of the House. ‘The pressure on Castlereagh was‚ however‚ relentless in the 1817 session‚ when he faced opposition attacks on legislation against sedition and the suspension of habeas corpus; on public expenditure‚ despite undoubted retrenchments; and on commercial depression.’[DNB]
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Castlereagh’‚ discussing the postponement of a committee on account of the Estimates not being ready‚ and asking his correspondent (possibly Davies Gilbert) to “order Notes to be sent round adjourning the Meeting till Wednesday at 12 and if you should think fit assigning the reason”. 2 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition‚ with the integral blank leaf (heavily stained on verso where formerly mounted in an album). Foreign Office‚ [16 February 1817]. Fully autograph letters by Castlereagh are uncommon. Robert Stewart‚ Viscount Castlereagh (1769-1822)‚ statesman‚ foreign secretary‚ leader of the House. ‘The pressure on Castlereagh was‚ however‚ relentless in the 1817 session‚ when he faced opposition attacks on legislation against sedition and the suspension of habeas corpus; on public expenditure‚ despite undoubted retrenchments; and on commercial depression.’[DNB] Price : £150.00
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CHAMBRÉ‚ Sir Alan. 0370
Official Order‚ partly printed‚ to a plaintiff’s attorney‚ requiring his attendance ‘to Shew Cause’ why a defendant should not have a month’s time in which to plead‚ signed ‘A.Chambre’. 8 x 3 inches. Serjeants Inn‚ 31 May 1813. Sir Allan Chambré (1739-1823)‚ judge.
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Official Order‚ partly printed‚ to a plaintiff’s attorney‚ requiring his attendance ‘to Shew Cause’ why a defendant should not have a month’s time in which to plead‚ signed ‘A.Chambre’. 8 x 3 inches. Serjeants Inn‚ 31 May 1813. Sir Allan Chambré (1739-1823)‚ judge. Price : £30.00
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CLARENDON‚ George William Frederick Villiers‚ 4th Earl. 9482
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Viscount Stratford de Redcliffe (Stratford Canning‚ former ambassador to Constantinople) agreeing to place Mr. Brennan’s name on the list of candidates for a Student Interpretership in China or Japan. 2 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition. Foreign Office‚ 17 November 1865. The 4th Earl of Clarendon (1800-70)‚ statesman‚ Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs from 1853.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Viscount Stratford de Redcliffe (Stratford Canning‚ former ambassador to Constantinople) agreeing to place Mr. Brennan’s name on the list of candidates for a Student Interpretership in China or Japan. 2 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition. Foreign Office‚ 17 November 1865. The 4th Earl of Clarendon (1800-70)‚ statesman‚ Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs from 1853. Price : £35.00
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COBBETT‚ William. 8370
Autograph pass to the gallery of the House of Commons‚ signed ‘Wm. Cobbett’. 1 x 6 inches‚ laid down. 1 April 1835. William Cobbett (1762-1835)‚ politician‚ and the leading journalist in the movement for parliamentary reform.
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Autograph pass to the gallery of the House of Commons‚ signed ‘Wm. Cobbett’. 1 x 6 inches‚ laid down. 1 April 1835. William Cobbett (1762-1835)‚ politician‚ and the leading journalist in the movement for parliamentary reform. Price : £65.00
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COBDEN‚ Richard. 10153
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mr. Monro‚ sending an order for the balance of an account‚ and thanking him for the trouble he has taken. A good one page example‚ 6 x 4 inches‚ vertical fold‚ integral blank leaf docketed on receipt. 27 Victoria Street‚ Westminster‚ 20 May 1863. Richard Cobden (1804-65)‚ economist and politician‚ known as the Apostle of Free Trade.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mr. Monro‚ sending an order for the balance of an account‚ and thanking him for the trouble he has taken. A good one page example‚ 6 x 4 inches‚ vertical fold‚ integral blank leaf docketed on receipt. 27 Victoria Street‚ Westminster‚ 20 May 1863. Richard Cobden (1804-65)‚ economist and politician‚ known as the Apostle of Free Trade. Price : £35.00
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COLQUHOUN‚ Archibald Campbell-. 0425
Letter Signed‚ to Mr. Mundell‚ requesting him ‘to make out the Draft of a Bill for Scotland’ (the Hawkers and Pedlars Act‚ mentioned in this letter)‚ and suggesting suitable Commissioners. 2 pp. 8vo. Edinburgh‚ 21 March 1815. Archibald Campbell-Colquhoun (d.1820)‚ lord advocate.
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Letter Signed‚ to Mr. Mundell‚ requesting him ‘to make out the Draft of a Bill for Scotland’ (the Hawkers and Pedlars Act‚ mentioned in this letter)‚ and suggesting suitable Commissioners. 2 pp. 8vo. Edinburgh‚ 21 March 1815. Archibald Campbell-Colquhoun (d.1820)‚ lord advocate. Price : £30.00
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COLQUHOUN‚ Archibald Campbell-. 0447
Autograph Letter Signed‚ marked ‘Private’‚ about the preparation and publication of the Jury Bill and its likely progress through the Commons and the Lords. 2 pp. 4to. Edinburgh‚ 28 November 1814. Archibald Campbell-Colquhoun (d.1820)‚ lord advocate.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ marked ‘Private’‚ about the preparation and publication of the Jury Bill and its likely progress through the Commons and the Lords. 2 pp. 4to. Edinburgh‚ 28 November 1814. Archibald Campbell-Colquhoun (d.1820)‚ lord advocate. Price : £30.00
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CRAIG‚ Isa. 10612
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Isa Craig’‚ to G.Melly‚ discussing social science events‚ meetings‚ and congratulating Melly: “I like to see our Social Science men advanced for they are bound to advance Social Science.” 4 pp. 8 x 5 inches‚ in good condition‚ one small stain. National Asscoiation for the Promotion of Social Science‚ 15 September 1860. “A day is to be set apart for drunkenness (its dis-cussion I mean).” A good letter by Isa Craig Knox (1831-1903)‚ Victorian women's rights activist‚ social reformer‚ poet‚ novelist. “I hope I shall not break down at Glasgow. I like the work‚ but I tremble at the meetings. I begin to feel that I must be doomed to go through them‚ for some evil done in a previous state of existence.”
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Isa Craig’‚ to G.Melly‚ discussing social science events‚ meetings‚ and congratulating Melly: “I like to see our Social Science men advanced for they are bound to advance Social Science.” 4 pp. 8 x 5 inches‚ in good condition‚ one small stain. National Asscoiation for the Promotion of Social Science‚ 15 September 1860. “A day is to be set apart for drunkenness (its dis-cussion I mean).” A good letter by Isa Craig Knox (1831-1903)‚ Victorian women's rights activist‚ social reformer‚ poet‚ novelist. “I hope I shall not break down at Glasgow. I like the work‚ but I tremble at the meetings. I begin to feel that I must be doomed to go through them‚ for some evil done in a previous state of existence.” Price : £65.00
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CROKER‚ John Wilson. 7226
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to ‘My dear Murray’‚ informing him of the dispatch of a number of named volumes which Croker had had on loan‚ and requesting the forwarding of various cases of books currently in Murray’s shop. 4 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ fine. Alver‚ 5 December 1847. A good letter by John Wilson Croker (1780-1857)‚ politician‚ Secretary to the Admiralty. He was the originator of the term Conservative.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to ‘My dear Murray’‚ informing him of the dispatch of a number of named volumes which Croker had had on loan‚ and requesting the forwarding of various cases of books currently in Murray’s shop. 4 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ fine. Alver‚ 5 December 1847. A good letter by John Wilson Croker (1780-1857)‚ politician‚ Secretary to the Admiralty. He was the originator of the term Conservative. Price : £65.00
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DAVIES‚ Emily. 10152
A lengthy Autograph Letter Signed‚ to to Mr. Monro‚ about the prospect of his daughter going up to Girton College‚ discussing the accommodation‚ the examination procedure‚ Little-Go‚ and much else. 4 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition. Girton College‚ Cambridge‚ 14 May 1889. A long and detailed letter. Sarah Emily Davies (1830 – 1921) was an English feminist‚ suffragist and a pioneering campaigner for women's rights to university access. She was involved in the organisation of John Stuart Mill's 1866 petition to Parliament which was the first to ask for women's suffrage. That same year‚ she also wrote the book The Higher Education of Women. In 1869‚ Davies led the founding of Britain's first women's college‚ Girton College at Hitchin‚ Hertfordshire. In 1873‚ the college moved to Cambridge. From 1873 to 1875‚ Davies served as Mistress of Girton‚ where she then served as Secretary until 1904.
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A lengthy Autograph Letter Signed‚ to to Mr. Monro‚ about the prospect of his daughter going up to Girton College‚ discussing the accommodation‚ the examination procedure‚ Little-Go‚ and much else. 4 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition. Girton College‚ Cambridge‚ 14 May 1889. A long and detailed letter. Sarah Emily Davies (1830 – 1921) was an English feminist‚ suffragist and a pioneering campaigner for women's rights to university access. She was involved in the organisation of John Stuart Mill's 1866 petition to Parliament which was the first to ask for women's suffrage. That same year‚ she also wrote the book The Higher Education of Women. In 1869‚ Davies led the founding of Britain's first women's college‚ Girton College at Hitchin‚ Hertfordshire. In 1873‚ the college moved to Cambridge. From 1873 to 1875‚ Davies served as Mistress of Girton‚ where she then served as Secretary until 1904. Price : £120.00
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DEMPSTER‚ George. 6934
Autograph Letter Signed ‘George Dempster’‚ to David Scott M.P.‚ forwarding correspondence and sending compliments. 1 page 9 x 7½ inches‚ with integral address leaf. Dunnichen‚ 3 December 1806. George Dempster of Dunnichen (1732–1818)‚ agriculturist and politician. Dempster is remembered best as an agricultural improver‚ but he spent half his adult life as a popular‚ very active‚ and conscientious independent whig MP‚ and gained great public renown through his efforts to promote Scottish trade and industry.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘George Dempster’‚ to David Scott M.P.‚ forwarding correspondence and sending compliments. 1 page 9 x 7½ inches‚ with integral address leaf. Dunnichen‚ 3 December 1806. George Dempster of Dunnichen (1732–1818)‚ agriculturist and politician. Dempster is remembered best as an agricultural improver‚ but he spent half his adult life as a popular‚ very active‚ and conscientious independent whig MP‚ and gained great public renown through his efforts to promote Scottish trade and industry. Price : £65.00
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DISRAELI‚ Coningsby. 0543
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to H.Byron Read‚ offering his ‘services to you and the cause’ as a second speaker in Bradford. 3 pp. 7 x 4.5 inches‚ folded. 89 Onslow Square‚ 2 February 1891. Coningsby Disraeli (1867-1936)‚ nephew and heir to Benjamin Disraeli‚ and Conservative M.P. for Altrincham‚ Cheshire‚ 1892-1906.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to H.Byron Read‚ offering his ‘services to you and the cause’ as a second speaker in Bradford. 3 pp. 7 x 4.5 inches‚ folded. 89 Onslow Square‚ 2 February 1891. Coningsby Disraeli (1867-1936)‚ nephew and heir to Benjamin Disraeli‚ and Conservative M.P. for Altrincham‚ Cheshire‚ 1892-1906. Price : £35.00
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DOUGHTY‚ Sir Edward. 6643
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Edw.Doughty’‚ discussing essential repairs to his house‚ saying that “on Monday we leave Upton for Tichborne...” 2 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ with an integral blank leaf laid down on part of an old album page. Upton House‚ 26 July 1846. Sir Edward Doughty (1782-1853)‚ uncle of Roger Charles Doughty-Tichborne (1829–1854?)‚ who was later impersonated by “The Tichborne Claimant”. Doughty played a significant role in the drama by bringing back from the West Indies a former family servant‚ an African Negro named Andrew Bogle. Bogle remained affectionately by Sir Edward's side the remainder of his life as valet and confidant‚ after which he retired to Australia in receipt of a handsome annuity from Lady Doughty and kept in contact with her. In Sydney he “recognised” the imposter Thomas Castro as the missing baronet‚ probably as a way of securing a return to England.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Edw.Doughty’‚ discussing essential repairs to his house‚ saying that “on Monday we leave Upton for Tichborne...” 2 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ with an integral blank leaf laid down on part of an old album page. Upton House‚ 26 July 1846. Sir Edward Doughty (1782-1853)‚ uncle of Roger Charles Doughty-Tichborne (1829–1854?)‚ who was later impersonated by “The Tichborne Claimant”. Doughty played a significant role in the drama by bringing back from the West Indies a former family servant‚ an African Negro named Andrew Bogle. Bogle remained affectionately by Sir Edward's side the remainder of his life as valet and confidant‚ after which he retired to Australia in receipt of a handsome annuity from Lady Doughty and kept in contact with her. In Sydney he “recognised” the imposter Thomas Castro as the missing baronet‚ probably as a way of securing a return to England. Price : £75.00
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DRUMMOND‚ Sir William. 10843
Autograph Letter Signed ‚ infomring his correspondent that he has been delayed by the bad state of the roads‚ with a summary of the political situation in Constantinople. 1½ pages 9 x 7 inches‚ in good condition. Bucarest‚ 13 December 1803. Sir William Drummond (1770-1828)‚ scholar and diplomat‚ appointed in 1803 to be ambassador to the Ottoman Porte. “When I left Constantinople there were no news of any importance‚ unless it were that the Beys had raised the siege of Alexandria and had retired to Cairo. This event is attributed to a mutinous spirit‚ which had manifested itself among the Albanian troops‚ the new allies of the Mamelukes. I am sorry to add‚ that the French interest among the Beys has taken a decided ascendancy.”
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Autograph Letter Signed ‚ infomring his correspondent that he has been delayed by the bad state of the roads‚ with a summary of the political situation in Constantinople. 1½ pages 9 x 7 inches‚ in good condition. Bucarest‚ 13 December 1803. Sir William Drummond (1770-1828)‚ scholar and diplomat‚ appointed in 1803 to be ambassador to the Ottoman Porte. “When I left Constantinople there were no news of any importance‚ unless it were that the Beys had raised the siege of Alexandria and had retired to Cairo. This event is attributed to a mutinous spirit‚ which had manifested itself among the Albanian troops‚ the new allies of the Mamelukes. I am sorry to add‚ that the French interest among the Beys has taken a decided ascendancy.” Price : £175.00
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DRUMMOND‚ Thomas. 6166
Warrant Signed ‘T.Drummond’ as Under Secretary at Dublin Castle‚ to the Ulster King of Arms of all Ireland‚ giving instructions for the record of H.M.Royal Licence to Wm.Wright of Killaghy Castle‚ Tipperary‚ that he and his issue may bear the Arms of Despard. 2 pp. 12 x 8 inches‚ occasional wear‚ in good condition. Given at Her Majesty’s Castle at Dublin‚ 15 June 1838. Thomas Drummond (1797-1840)‚ engineer and administrator‚ was head of the Boundary Commission in connection with the Reform Bill. Organised the Dublin Police. Supported by O’Connell.
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Warrant Signed ‘T.Drummond’ as Under Secretary at Dublin Castle‚ to the Ulster King of Arms of all Ireland‚ giving instructions for the record of H.M.Royal Licence to Wm.Wright of Killaghy Castle‚ Tipperary‚ that he and his issue may bear the Arms of Despard. 2 pp. 12 x 8 inches‚ occasional wear‚ in good condition. Given at Her Majesty’s Castle at Dublin‚ 15 June 1838. Thomas Drummond (1797-1840)‚ engineer and administrator‚ was head of the Boundary Commission in connection with the Reform Bill. Organised the Dublin Police. Supported by O’Connell. Price : £100.00
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DUNDAS‚ Robert Saunders‚ 2nd Viscount Melville. 6903
Letter Signed ‘Melville’‚ to Admiral Viscount Keith‚ responding to Keith’s letter‚ discussing “the peculiar circumstances” of the appointment to the Lieutenancy of Dunbartonshire. 2 pp. 10 x 8 inches‚ fine‚ the body of a the letter in a secretarial hand‚ marked ‘Private’. Melville Castle‚ 9 September 1821. Robert Saunders Dundas (1771-1851)‚ 2nd Viscount Melville‚ statesman‚ First Lord of the Admiralty from 1811‚ a post he held for fifteen years. He took a particular interest in Arctic expeditions‚ an interest which was acknowledged by Melville Sound being called after him.
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Letter Signed ‘Melville’‚ to Admiral Viscount Keith‚ responding to Keith’s letter‚ discussing “the peculiar circumstances” of the appointment to the Lieutenancy of Dunbartonshire. 2 pp. 10 x 8 inches‚ fine‚ the body of a the letter in a secretarial hand‚ marked ‘Private’. Melville Castle‚ 9 September 1821. Robert Saunders Dundas (1771-1851)‚ 2nd Viscount Melville‚ statesman‚ First Lord of the Admiralty from 1811‚ a post he held for fifteen years. He took a particular interest in Arctic expeditions‚ an interest which was acknowledged by Melville Sound being called after him. Price : £50.00
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EDGEWORTH‚ Richard Lovell. 10841
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mrs. Catherine Cappe in York‚ thanking her for ‘An Account of two Charity Schools’‚ describing his plan for “educating a small number of female children for childrens maids and governesses”‚ mentioning the “discordance of Religions” in Ireland which prevents improvements in education‚ adding that “Miss Edgeworth proposes some time hence to publish some Popular Tales”. 3 pp. 9 x 7½ inches‚ two separated leaves‚ in good clean condition. Edgeworthstown [Ireland]‚ 30 August 1800. A good letter by Richard Lovell Edgeworth (1744-1817). Anglo-Irish politician writer and inventor‚ father of Maria Edgeworth. Catherine Cappe‚ author of Observations on Charity Schools‚ and similar works. “I have some thoughts of educating a small number of female children for children’s maids and governesses; and I propose to take them at five or six years old from among my poor tenants children‚ & to bring them up immediately under our own eyes. We can truly assure you that many of the regulations mentioned in your book will be singularly useful to us‚ as they are such as could not have been formed by any but persons of enlightened experience.”
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mrs. Catherine Cappe in York‚ thanking her for ‘An Account of two Charity Schools’‚ describing his plan for “educating a small number of female children for childrens maids and governesses”‚ mentioning the “discordance of Religions” in Ireland which prevents improvements in education‚ adding that “Miss Edgeworth proposes some time hence to publish some Popular Tales”. 3 pp. 9 x 7½ inches‚ two separated leaves‚ in good clean condition. Edgeworthstown [Ireland]‚ 30 August 1800. A good letter by Richard Lovell Edgeworth (1744-1817). Anglo-Irish politician writer and inventor‚ father of Maria Edgeworth. Catherine Cappe‚ author of Observations on Charity Schools‚ and similar works. “I have some thoughts of educating a small number of female children for children’s maids and governesses; and I propose to take them at five or six years old from among my poor tenants children‚ & to bring them up immediately under our own eyes. We can truly assure you that many of the regulations mentioned in your book will be singularly useful to us‚ as they are such as could not have been formed by any but persons of enlightened experience.” Price : £275.00
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ELLIOT‚ Gilbert‚ 1st Earl Minto. 6636
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Minto’‚ to Drinkwater[?]‚ referring to the visit of Mr.Betts when Minto repeated “my opinion that a general plan should be adopted for examining and settling the Toulonese claims”. 1 page 9 x 7 inches‚ tipped on to an old album leaf (some paste show through). Kensington‚ 20 April 1805. Lord Minto (1751-1814)‚ Governor-General of Bengal (1807-1813).
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Minto’‚ to Drinkwater[?]‚ referring to the visit of Mr.Betts when Minto repeated “my opinion that a general plan should be adopted for examining and settling the Toulonese claims”. 1 page 9 x 7 inches‚ tipped on to an old album leaf (some paste show through). Kensington‚ 20 April 1805. Lord Minto (1751-1814)‚ Governor-General of Bengal (1807-1813). Price : £50.00
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ELLIS‚ Sarah Stickney. 0636
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mrs.Bosanquet‚ about her drawing and the return of some paintings‚ her visit to schools in Scotland‚ particularly Stow’s Training School at Glasgow‚ ‘the most delightful exemplification of what popular education ought to be’‚ and lamenting the effect of the cold weather on the poor. 4 pp. 7 x 4.5 inches‚ tipped on to part album leaf. In good condition. Undated. Sarah Stickney Ellis (d.1872)‚ wife of William Ellis‚ the missionary‚ was the founder of Rawdon House‚ a school for ladies‚ and a pioneer of female education.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mrs.Bosanquet‚ about her drawing and the return of some paintings‚ her visit to schools in Scotland‚ particularly Stow’s Training School at Glasgow‚ ‘the most delightful exemplification of what popular education ought to be’‚ and lamenting the effect of the cold weather on the poor. 4 pp. 7 x 4.5 inches‚ tipped on to part album leaf. In good condition. Undated. Sarah Stickney Ellis (d.1872)‚ wife of William Ellis‚ the missionary‚ was the founder of Rawdon House‚ a school for ladies‚ and a pioneer of female education. Price : £60.00
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ESTE‚ Augustus d’. 9158
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Augustus d’Este’‚ explaining that his father is in Wales‚ and that his correspondent should write requesting the return of the papers. 2 pp. 9 x 7½ inches‚ two repairs along folds. The Pavilion‚ Brighton‚ 19 October 1830. Augustus Frederick d'Este (1794-1848) was the son of Prince Augustus Frederick‚ Duke of Sussex and Lady Augusta Murray and the grandson of George III. Augustus d’Este is the earliest recorded person for whom a definite diagnosis of multiple sclerosis can be made. The course of his MS‚ which was not diagnosed during his lifetime‚ is known from the diaries he kept.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Augustus d’Este’‚ explaining that his father is in Wales‚ and that his correspondent should write requesting the return of the papers. 2 pp. 9 x 7½ inches‚ two repairs along folds. The Pavilion‚ Brighton‚ 19 October 1830. Augustus Frederick d'Este (1794-1848) was the son of Prince Augustus Frederick‚ Duke of Sussex and Lady Augusta Murray and the grandson of George III. Augustus d’Este is the earliest recorded person for whom a definite diagnosis of multiple sclerosis can be made. The course of his MS‚ which was not diagnosed during his lifetime‚ is known from the diaries he kept. Price : £35.00
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FANE‚ John‚ Earl of Westmorland. 10652
Official Dispatch signed ‘Westmorland’‚ entitled ‘Report of the inspection of the Austrian Corps d’Armée’. 22 pp. 12 x 8 inches‚ numbered ‘53’‚ stapled‚ addressee’s name cut away. Berlin‚ 21 October 1846. Detailed military intelligence about the state of the Austrian Army‚ the appearance of the troops‚ discipline‚ pay‚ commanders‚ numbers‚ etc. John Fane‚ 11th Earl of Westmorland (1784-1859)‚ soldier and diplomat‚ was aide-de-camp to the Duke of Wellington in 1809 and took part in the battle of Talavera. While resident minister in Berlin (1841-51) he acted as mediator between Denmark and Prussia in the Schleswig-Holstein question. His books included ‘Memoirs of the Early Campaigns of the Duke of Wellington in Portugal and Spain. By an Officer employed in his army’ [1820].
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Official Dispatch signed ‘Westmorland’‚ entitled ‘Report of the inspection of the Austrian Corps d’Armée’. 22 pp. 12 x 8 inches‚ numbered ‘53’‚ stapled‚ addressee’s name cut away. Berlin‚ 21 October 1846. Detailed military intelligence about the state of the Austrian Army‚ the appearance of the troops‚ discipline‚ pay‚ commanders‚ numbers‚ etc. John Fane‚ 11th Earl of Westmorland (1784-1859)‚ soldier and diplomat‚ was aide-de-camp to the Duke of Wellington in 1809 and took part in the battle of Talavera. While resident minister in Berlin (1841-51) he acted as mediator between Denmark and Prussia in the Schleswig-Holstein question. His books included ‘Memoirs of the Early Campaigns of the Duke of Wellington in Portugal and Spain. By an Officer employed in his army’ [1820]. Price : £150.00
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FAUNTLEROY‚ Henry. 6426
Autograph Letter Signed ‘H.Fauntleroy’‚ the day before his trial‚ and a month before his execution‚ to Joseph Hare‚ asking him to retrieve from “the Tin Box in the Strong Room” a watch which Fauntleroy is anxious to give to a sincere friend. Also signed by Fauntleroy’s brother on receipt of the watch from Hare. 1 page 9 x 7½ inches‚ integral address leaf‚ in good condition. 29 October 1824. Henry Fauntleroy (1784-1824)‚ banker and convicted forger‚ was hanged on 30 November 1824 outside Newgate prison before a crowd which was estimated to number 100‚000. Fauntleroy's embezzlement was the most notorious of many frauds which revealed the instability of the British banking system in the early 1820s. Fauntleroy figures as the villain Richard Crawford in Edward Bulwer-Lytton's novel The Disowned (1828) and as Philip Ramsey in G. W. M. Reynolds's Mystery of the Court of London (1849–60).
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘H.Fauntleroy’‚ the day before his trial‚ and a month before his execution‚ to Joseph Hare‚ asking him to retrieve from “the Tin Box in the Strong Room” a watch which Fauntleroy is anxious to give to a sincere friend. Also signed by Fauntleroy’s brother on receipt of the watch from Hare. 1 page 9 x 7½ inches‚ integral address leaf‚ in good condition. 29 October 1824. Henry Fauntleroy (1784-1824)‚ banker and convicted forger‚ was hanged on 30 November 1824 outside Newgate prison before a crowd which was estimated to number 100‚000. Fauntleroy's embezzlement was the most notorious of many frauds which revealed the instability of the British banking system in the early 1820s. Fauntleroy figures as the villain Richard Crawford in Edward Bulwer-Lytton's novel The Disowned (1828) and as Philip Ramsey in G. W. M. Reynolds's Mystery of the Court of London (1849–60). Price : £250.00
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FOX‚ Charles James. 5461
Autograph Note Signed ‘C.J.F.’ to Dennis O’Bryen‚ informing him that “She has been for these last 24 hours incredibly & astonishingly better‚ in many respects quite well...” 5 lines on 1 page 10 x 8 inches‚ in clean condition‚ torn at seal opening‚ with the autograph address panel signed in full ‘C.J.Fox’‚ postal markings‚ remains of guard. Postmarked Chertsey‚ 11 February 1804. “I have hopes of being in the House on Monday.” Charles James Fox (1749-1806)‚ statesman‚ writes to Dennis O’Bryen (1755-1832)‚ dramatist and political pamphleteer.
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Autograph Note Signed ‘C.J.F.’ to Dennis O’Bryen‚ informing him that “She has been for these last 24 hours incredibly & astonishingly better‚ in many respects quite well...” 5 lines on 1 page 10 x 8 inches‚ in clean condition‚ torn at seal opening‚ with the autograph address panel signed in full ‘C.J.Fox’‚ postal markings‚ remains of guard. Postmarked Chertsey‚ 11 February 1804. “I have hopes of being in the House on Monday.” Charles James Fox (1749-1806)‚ statesman‚ writes to Dennis O’Bryen (1755-1832)‚ dramatist and political pamphleteer. Price : £100.00
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GRAHAM‚ James. 9955
Autograph Letter Signed ‘James Graham’‚ addressed ‘My dear Sir’‚ discussing Commons business and the possible appointment of his correspondent’s friend to a Receivership in the North Riding‚ with mention of Wilberforce. 4 pp. 7 x 6 inches‚ in good condition. House of Commons‚ Thursday evening‚ undated. Sir James Robert Graham (1792-1861)‚ statesman. “I got hold of Wilberforce & carried him with me to Lord Liverpool and altho’ he would or could not for some very good reason request the appointment for Coll. P. yet he & I both informed Lord L that it was the wish & desire of every real friend to the Govt. in the North Riding as well as many others in the West & East Ridings that he should have this appointment‚ & Wilberforce said every thing in his favour & even expressed his wish strongly altho’ he could not ask the appointment for anyone.” In a postscript Graham mentions that the Commons is considering the Preservation of the Peace Bill.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘James Graham’‚ addressed ‘My dear Sir’‚ discussing Commons business and the possible appointment of his correspondent’s friend to a Receivership in the North Riding‚ with mention of Wilberforce. 4 pp. 7 x 6 inches‚ in good condition. House of Commons‚ Thursday evening‚ undated. Sir James Robert Graham (1792-1861)‚ statesman. “I got hold of Wilberforce & carried him with me to Lord Liverpool and altho’ he would or could not for some very good reason request the appointment for Coll. P. yet he & I both informed Lord L that it was the wish & desire of every real friend to the Govt. in the North Riding as well as many others in the West & East Ridings that he should have this appointment‚ & Wilberforce said every thing in his favour & even expressed his wish strongly altho’ he could not ask the appointment for anyone.” In a postscript Graham mentions that the Commons is considering the Preservation of the Peace Bill. Price : £75.00
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GRENVILLE‚ George Nugent. 7301
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Nugent’‚ to Edward Fletcher‚ thanking him for “kindness in seeing me clear through our ill fated speculation in lead‚ as also for the remittance of £80‚ the brand saved out of the burning of our Venture”‚ and discussing his correspondent’s connection with Captain Galloway‚ his Resident on the Island of Paxos. 2 pp. 9 x 7 inches‚ folds‚ integral blank leaf‚ in good condition. Corfu‚ 29 June 1834. George Nugent Grenville‚ second Baron Nugent of Carlanstown (1788–1850)‚ politician and writer. His works include An Essay on Duelling (1807)‚ Portugal‚ a Poem‚ in Two Parts (1812)‚ and Some Memorials of John Hampden‚ his Party and his Times (1831)‚ the standard exposition of civil-war parliamentary propaganda. In July 1832 he accepted the vacant position of lord high commissioner of the Ionian Islands.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Nugent’‚ to Edward Fletcher‚ thanking him for “kindness in seeing me clear through our ill fated speculation in lead‚ as also for the remittance of £80‚ the brand saved out of the burning of our Venture”‚ and discussing his correspondent’s connection with Captain Galloway‚ his Resident on the Island of Paxos. 2 pp. 9 x 7 inches‚ folds‚ integral blank leaf‚ in good condition. Corfu‚ 29 June 1834. George Nugent Grenville‚ second Baron Nugent of Carlanstown (1788–1850)‚ politician and writer. His works include An Essay on Duelling (1807)‚ Portugal‚ a Poem‚ in Two Parts (1812)‚ and Some Memorials of John Hampden‚ his Party and his Times (1831)‚ the standard exposition of civil-war parliamentary propaganda. In July 1832 he accepted the vacant position of lord high commissioner of the Ionian Islands. Price : £75.00
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GRIMALDI‚ Stacey. 1385
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Sir Egerton Brydges‚ discussing representation in a case and methods of payment. 2 pp. 7 x 9 inches‚ integral address leaf‚ a few minor tears. 27 May 1831. Stacey Grimaldi (1790-1863)‚ antiquary‚ eminent ‘record lawyer’‚ engaged in many peerage cases.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Sir Egerton Brydges‚ discussing representation in a case and methods of payment. 2 pp. 7 x 9 inches‚ integral address leaf‚ a few minor tears. 27 May 1831. Stacey Grimaldi (1790-1863)‚ antiquary‚ eminent ‘record lawyer’‚ engaged in many peerage cases. Price : £45.00
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HANKEY‚ Thomson. 10609
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to ‘My dear Beaumont’‚ comparing the relative weights and values of sovereigns and napoleons. 4 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition‚ light dust soiling only. With a separate newspaper cutting (1869) from the Civil Service Gazette being a satirical poem about Hankey. 45 Portland Place‚ 25 January 1867. Thomson Hankey (18051-1893)‚ politician and political economist‚ Governor of the Bank of England (1851-52). After the commercial panic of 1866‚ Hankey criticised the constitution and action of the Bank. He was the author of The Principles of Banking‚ Its Utility and Economy. “One word more about Sovereigns & Napoleons. 125o Napoleons are found to be worth at 77:10½ per ounce‚ £989:17. 1000 Sovereigns at the point below which they would cease to be legal tender are worth £993:14:4. What your friend proposes to do is to enable a man in England who owes £1000 to discharge it by paying that which he can buy of £989:17. We should soon be without a gold English Sovereign or see out gold circulation composed of 20/- pieces - you might perhaps say that a man can now discharge his debt of £1000 by paying Sovereigns of the minimum legal weight which would only be worth £993:14:4....”
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to ‘My dear Beaumont’‚ comparing the relative weights and values of sovereigns and napoleons. 4 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition‚ light dust soiling only. With a separate newspaper cutting (1869) from the Civil Service Gazette being a satirical poem about Hankey. 45 Portland Place‚ 25 January 1867. Thomson Hankey (18051-1893)‚ politician and political economist‚ Governor of the Bank of England (1851-52). After the commercial panic of 1866‚ Hankey criticised the constitution and action of the Bank. He was the author of The Principles of Banking‚ Its Utility and Economy. “One word more about Sovereigns & Napoleons. 125o Napoleons are found to be worth at 77:10½ per ounce‚ £989:17. 1000 Sovereigns at the point below which they would cease to be legal tender are worth £993:14:4. What your friend proposes to do is to enable a man in England who owes £1000 to discharge it by paying that which he can buy of £989:17. We should soon be without a gold English Sovereign or see out gold circulation composed of 20/- pieces - you might perhaps say that a man can now discharge his debt of £1000 by paying Sovereigns of the minimum legal weight which would only be worth £993:14:4....” Price : £100.00
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HARBORD‚ Edward. 10076
Autograph Letter Signed‚ hoping that his “chariot is now in travelling condition”‚ and mentioning the possible sale of his landau. 1½ pages 9 x 7 inches‚ some light dust soiling‚ minor marginal tears‚ central filing hole. Henbury‚ 29 June‚ no year given. Edward Harbord‚ 3rd Baron Suffield (1781-1835)‚ philanthropic M.P‚ and slavery abolitionist in the Lords. “From 1822 onwards Suffield‚ persistently‚ and almost single-handedly‚ advocated in the House of Lords the total abolition of the slave trade.” [DNB]
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ hoping that his “chariot is now in travelling condition”‚ and mentioning the possible sale of his landau. 1½ pages 9 x 7 inches‚ some light dust soiling‚ minor marginal tears‚ central filing hole. Henbury‚ 29 June‚ no year given. Edward Harbord‚ 3rd Baron Suffield (1781-1835)‚ philanthropic M.P‚ and slavery abolitionist in the Lords. “From 1822 onwards Suffield‚ persistently‚ and almost single-handedly‚ advocated in the House of Lords the total abolition of the slave trade.” [DNB] Price : £25.00
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HARDIE‚ Keir. 8592
Autograph post card‚ signed ‘J.Keir Hardie’‚ to Joseph Taylor in London‚ explaining the work which has prevented his visit. 3½ x 4½ inches‚ central vertical crease which has cracked the postcard‚ some old tape adhering. Postmarked Cumnock‚ 21 January 1903. The uncommon autograph of James Keir Hardie (1856-1915)‚ one of the founders of the Labour Party. The card in poor condition‚ but the good content is complete: “We are organising a bid conference on the Unemployed in addition to which I have undertaken some special work for our Labour Party in London & these extras preclude my undertaking anything else this winter.”
Price : £100.00
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Autograph post card‚ signed ‘J.Keir Hardie’‚ to Joseph Taylor in London‚ explaining the work which has prevented his visit. 3½ x 4½ inches‚ central vertical crease which has cracked the postcard‚ some old tape adhering. Postmarked Cumnock‚ 21 January 1903. The uncommon autograph of James Keir Hardie (1856-1915)‚ one of the founders of the Labour Party. The card in poor condition‚ but the good content is complete: “We are organising a bid conference on the Unemployed in addition to which I have undertaken some special work for our Labour Party in London & these extras preclude my undertaking anything else this winter.” Price : £100.00
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HARMSWORTH‚ Alfred Charles William‚ 1st Viscount Northcliffe. 7736
Typed Letter Signed ‘Northcliffe’‚ to Austin Fryers‚ asking him not to be so mysterious. 1 page 9 x 7 inches‚ in good condition. The Times‚ 31 May 1915. Alfred Charles William Harmsworth‚ 1st Viscount Northcliffe (1865-1922)‚ journalist and newspaper magnate.
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Typed Letter Signed ‘Northcliffe’‚ to Austin Fryers‚ asking him not to be so mysterious. 1 page 9 x 7 inches‚ in good condition. The Times‚ 31 May 1915. Alfred Charles William Harmsworth‚ 1st Viscount Northcliffe (1865-1922)‚ journalist and newspaper magnate. Price : £30.00
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HERBERT‚ Auberon. 6162
A series of 11 Autograph Letters Signed‚ to Mrs.Walther Bartlett‚ giving notice of political meetings (“I am afraid you will think we talk horrible heresy”)‚ discussing lectures‚ reviews‚ pamphlets‚ her “conversion”‚ etc. 11 letters. About 20 pages‚ 3 letters written on the back of ‘Free Life’ leaflets‚ 2 original envelopes‚ one letter with a small drawing of horse and cart going over a precipice (“the present state of things”). Mudeford‚ Christchurch‚ & Old House‚ Ringwood‚ 29 April to 23 November 1899. Auberon Herbert (1838-1906)‚ political philosopher and author‚ renounced conservative views and declared himself a republican‚ embracing the idea of The Voluntary State. “You heaped coals of fire on my head yesterday by heroically sitting thro’ that long discourse. I saw you growing paler & paler... There was a very unconverted look on Mr.Bartlett’s face.”
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A series of 11 Autograph Letters Signed‚ to Mrs.Walther Bartlett‚ giving notice of political meetings (“I am afraid you will think we talk horrible heresy”)‚ discussing lectures‚ reviews‚ pamphlets‚ her “conversion”‚ etc. 11 letters. About 20 pages‚ 3 letters written on the back of ‘Free Life’ leaflets‚ 2 original envelopes‚ one letter with a small drawing of horse and cart going over a precipice (“the present state of things”). Mudeford‚ Christchurch‚ & Old House‚ Ringwood‚ 29 April to 23 November 1899. Auberon Herbert (1838-1906)‚ political philosopher and author‚ renounced conservative views and declared himself a republican‚ embracing the idea of The Voluntary State. “You heaped coals of fire on my head yesterday by heroically sitting thro’ that long discourse. I saw you growing paler & paler... There was a very unconverted look on Mr.Bartlett’s face.” Price : £200.00
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HILL‚ Octavia. 1254
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mrs. Allen‚ reminding her when the music begins at Red Cross Hall‚ and looking forward to seeing her. 1 page 7 x 4.5 inches‚ in good condition. 190 Marylebone Road‚ 17 December 1892. Octavia Hill (1838-1912)‚ housing reformer and founder of the National Trust.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mrs. Allen‚ reminding her when the music begins at Red Cross Hall‚ and looking forward to seeing her. 1 page 7 x 4.5 inches‚ in good condition. 190 Marylebone Road‚ 17 December 1892. Octavia Hill (1838-1912)‚ housing reformer and founder of the National Trust. Price : £65.00
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HILL‚ Octavia. 4310
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Miss Erskine‚ thanking her for the tickets for Westminster Abbey‚ and hoping she had time “to rest before starting on your travels - perhaps you will find the travelling itself a rest”. 1 page 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition. 27 July 1873. Octavia Hill (1838-1912)‚ housing reformer and founder of the National Trust.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Miss Erskine‚ thanking her for the tickets for Westminster Abbey‚ and hoping she had time “to rest before starting on your travels - perhaps you will find the travelling itself a rest”. 1 page 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition. 27 July 1873. Octavia Hill (1838-1912)‚ housing reformer and founder of the National Trust. Price : £65.00
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HOPE‚ Henry Thomas. 6819
Three Autograph Letters Signed‚ addressed ‘Dear Madam’‚ discussing in detail his projected patronage of a school. 3 letters‚ 13 pp.‚ 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition‚ a few pinholes. Duchess Street‚ undated. Henry Thomas Hope (1808–1862)‚ wealthy patron of the arts and politician. At Deepdene‚ inherited from his uncle‚ Hope played Maecenas to political idealists‚ such as Young England in 1842–4‚ or the Spanish Carlists in 1846. Disraeli began Coningsby there in September 1843‚ but in dedicating it to Hope he was acknowledging more than hospitality and encouragement: in 1842‚ his seat in parliament had been saved by Hope's willingness to accede to an informal agreement between the party election agents that the Liberal candidates would drop their petition against Disraeli's election at Shrewsbury in return for Hope's withdrawing his petition against the successful Liberal candidates at Gloucester. [DNB] The letters are probably addressed to Lady Maria Brodie (daughter of Sir Benjamin Collins Brodie)‚ among whose correspondence they were found.
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Three Autograph Letters Signed‚ addressed ‘Dear Madam’‚ discussing in detail his projected patronage of a school. 3 letters‚ 13 pp.‚ 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition‚ a few pinholes. Duchess Street‚ undated. Henry Thomas Hope (1808–1862)‚ wealthy patron of the arts and politician. At Deepdene‚ inherited from his uncle‚ Hope played Maecenas to political idealists‚ such as Young England in 1842–4‚ or the Spanish Carlists in 1846. Disraeli began Coningsby there in September 1843‚ but in dedicating it to Hope he was acknowledging more than hospitality and encouragement: in 1842‚ his seat in parliament had been saved by Hope's willingness to accede to an informal agreement between the party election agents that the Liberal candidates would drop their petition against Disraeli's election at Shrewsbury in return for Hope's withdrawing his petition against the successful Liberal candidates at Gloucester. [DNB] The letters are probably addressed to Lady Maria Brodie (daughter of Sir Benjamin Collins Brodie)‚ among whose correspondence they were found. Price : £45.00
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HOTHAM‚ Beaumont. 10855
Autograph Letter Signed ‘B.Hotham’‚ to the Lord Chancellor‚ discussing an appointment. 1 page 9 x 7 inches‚ integral address leaf‚ in good condition. Hampton [Middlesex]‚ 6 February 1806. Beaumont Hotham (1737-1814)‚ judge.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘B.Hotham’‚ to the Lord Chancellor‚ discussing an appointment. 1 page 9 x 7 inches‚ integral address leaf‚ in good condition. Hampton [Middlesex]‚ 6 February 1806. Beaumont Hotham (1737-1814)‚ judge. Price : £35.00
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HOWARD‚ George William Frederick‚ Lord Morpeth‚ later seventh earl of Carlisle. 10833
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Morpeth’‚ to George Dawson in Leeds‚ informing him “that the Duke of Wellington has declined to form an administration‚ & that Ld Grey has received a communication from the King...” 1 page 9 x 7 inches‚ integral address leaf‚ in good condition. London‚ 15 May 1832. George William Frederick Howard‚ seventh earl of Carlisle (1802-1864)‚ politician. He was known by the courtesy title of Lord Morpeth until he succeeded to the earldom in 1848. Carlisle's main role was that of an effective though not a foremost Liberal politician and reformer over a very wide range of questions in both Britain and Ireland. He was intellectually very able and had strong literary and theological interests‚ whose depth was revealed by the extracts from his journals privately printed after his death. He published a good deal of poetry‚ a play (The Last of the Greeks‚ or‚ The Fall of Constantinople) in 1828‚ speeches‚ pamphlets‚ lectures on literary figures‚ and his own travel diaries.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Morpeth’‚ to George Dawson in Leeds‚ informing him “that the Duke of Wellington has declined to form an administration‚ & that Ld Grey has received a communication from the King...” 1 page 9 x 7 inches‚ integral address leaf‚ in good condition. London‚ 15 May 1832. George William Frederick Howard‚ seventh earl of Carlisle (1802-1864)‚ politician. He was known by the courtesy title of Lord Morpeth until he succeeded to the earldom in 1848. Carlisle's main role was that of an effective though not a foremost Liberal politician and reformer over a very wide range of questions in both Britain and Ireland. He was intellectually very able and had strong literary and theological interests‚ whose depth was revealed by the extracts from his journals privately printed after his death. He published a good deal of poetry‚ a play (The Last of the Greeks‚ or‚ The Fall of Constantinople) in 1828‚ speeches‚ pamphlets‚ lectures on literary figures‚ and his own travel diaries. Price : £45.00
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HUME Joseph. 9954
A lengthy and private Autograph Letter Signed‚ to J.C.Herries M.P. (of the Treasury)‚ about the sale of land for the building of a Grammar School in Edinburgh‚ and the unfair practices by the Magistrates which have led to an incorrect assessment of value‚ with a loss to the public purse‚ a fact perhaps unknown to the Treasury 2 pp. 9 x 7½ inches‚ in good condition‚ with Herries’ draft reply written in pencil on the integral leaf. 12 December 1823. Joseph Hume (1777-1855)‚ radical politician and political philosopher. “You will recollect that much was said on the subject of the Stamp & Post Offices in Edinbro‚ both in my humble opinion gross jobs‚ from the Treasury being kept in ignorance of the facts of the Cases.”
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A lengthy and private Autograph Letter Signed‚ to J.C.Herries M.P. (of the Treasury)‚ about the sale of land for the building of a Grammar School in Edinburgh‚ and the unfair practices by the Magistrates which have led to an incorrect assessment of value‚ with a loss to the public purse‚ a fact perhaps unknown to the Treasury 2 pp. 9 x 7½ inches‚ in good condition‚ with Herries’ draft reply written in pencil on the integral leaf. 12 December 1823. Joseph Hume (1777-1855)‚ radical politician and political philosopher. “You will recollect that much was said on the subject of the Stamp & Post Offices in Edinbro‚ both in my humble opinion gross jobs‚ from the Treasury being kept in ignorance of the facts of the Cases.” Price : £75.00
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JARDINE‚ David. 0163
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Alfred Beesley‚ discussing his correspondent’s remuneration for an article on Banbury submitted for inclusion in the Cyclopedia. 1 page 4to. Torn at seal without loss of text. Remains of guard along inner edge. Temple‚ 11 December 1834. David Jardine (1794-1860) was called to the bar in 1823. His works include several on criminal law and state trials.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Alfred Beesley‚ discussing his correspondent’s remuneration for an article on Banbury submitted for inclusion in the Cyclopedia. 1 page 4to. Torn at seal without loss of text. Remains of guard along inner edge. Temple‚ 11 December 1834. David Jardine (1794-1860) was called to the bar in 1823. His works include several on criminal law and state trials. Price : £45.00
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KENT‚ Edward‚ Duke of. 10370
Letter Signed ‘Edward’‚ to General Money‚ the famous inventor‚ thanking him for his letters from Portugal‚ saying he has recommended Money’s nephew for a commission‚ and discussing recent inventions by Manby and Money. 4 pp. 10 x 8 inches‚ one small hole at centre fold‚ otherwise in find condition. Kensington Palace‚ 3 January 1812. Edward‚ Duke of Kent (1767-1820)‚ fourth son of King George III‚ and the father of Queen Victoria‚ writes to General John Money (1752-1817)‚ aeronaut and inventor. “Having recently witnessed a trial‚ under Capt. Manby’s superintendence‚ of his ingenious invention for throwing a Rope over Stranded Vessels I own it occurred to me how much more certain it would be in all cases if on board the Vessel itself the means could be provided for throwing the rope to the shore. I am particularly delighted therefore to hear of your having given your attention to that most desirable object‚ and whenever you have matured it upon the simple plan on which it is now ébauché‚ I shall be very happy to see a trial of it.”
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Letter Signed ‘Edward’‚ to General Money‚ the famous inventor‚ thanking him for his letters from Portugal‚ saying he has recommended Money’s nephew for a commission‚ and discussing recent inventions by Manby and Money. 4 pp. 10 x 8 inches‚ one small hole at centre fold‚ otherwise in find condition. Kensington Palace‚ 3 January 1812. Edward‚ Duke of Kent (1767-1820)‚ fourth son of King George III‚ and the father of Queen Victoria‚ writes to General John Money (1752-1817)‚ aeronaut and inventor. “Having recently witnessed a trial‚ under Capt. Manby’s superintendence‚ of his ingenious invention for throwing a Rope over Stranded Vessels I own it occurred to me how much more certain it would be in all cases if on board the Vessel itself the means could be provided for throwing the rope to the shore. I am particularly delighted therefore to hear of your having given your attention to that most desirable object‚ and whenever you have matured it upon the simple plan on which it is now ébauché‚ I shall be very happy to see a trial of it.” Price : £100.00
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KENT‚ Victoria Mary Louisa‚ Duchess of. 5988
A good example of her Autograph ‘Victoria’. On a sheet of writing paper‚ 8 x 5 inches. Dated in her hand: Kensington Palace‚ 17 January 1836. Victoria Mary Louisa‚ Duchess of Kent (1786-1861)‚ mother of Queen Victoria.
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A good example of her Autograph ‘Victoria’. On a sheet of writing paper‚ 8 x 5 inches. Dated in her hand: Kensington Palace‚ 17 January 1836. Victoria Mary Louisa‚ Duchess of Kent (1786-1861)‚ mother of Queen Victoria. Price : £75.00
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KEYSER Agnes. 6263
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Sister Agnes’ to Mr.Montefiore regretting she can not attend the wedding but sending affectionate and sincere good wishes. 1 page 7 x 4½ inches fine. Printed letter head of King Edward VII’s Hospital for Officers. 17 Grosvenor Crescent S.W.1 1 December [no year given]. King Edward VII’s Hospital for Officers was established in 1899 by two sisters Agnes and Fanny Keyser who turned their home at 17 Grosvenor Crescent into a hospital for sick and wounded Officers returning from the Boer War. King Edward VII became the Hospital’s first patron.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Sister Agnes’ to Mr.Montefiore regretting she can not attend the wedding but sending affectionate and sincere good wishes. 1 page 7 x 4½ inches fine. Printed letter head of King Edward VII’s Hospital for Officers. 17 Grosvenor Crescent S.W.1 1 December [no year given]. King Edward VII’s Hospital for Officers was established in 1899 by two sisters Agnes and Fanny Keyser who turned their home at 17 Grosvenor Crescent into a hospital for sick and wounded Officers returning from the Boer War. King Edward VII became the Hospital’s first patron. Price : £75.00
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KIMBERLEY‚ 1st Earl. 2731
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Kimberley’‚ to Walter Severn‚ the artist‚ saying that ‘I have little time to read anything but Blue Books’‚ referring to Mr.Romanes’ book and commenting that ‘The intelligence of animals is I have always thought greatly underestimated’. 2 pp. 7 x 4.5 inches‚ fine‚ embossed K. 4 February 1883. John Wodehouse‚ first Earl of Kimberley (1826-1902)‚ statesman. The reference is to the works of George Romanes‚ friend of Charles Darwin. Romanes published Animal Intelligence in 1881.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Kimberley’‚ to Walter Severn‚ the artist‚ saying that ‘I have little time to read anything but Blue Books’‚ referring to Mr.Romanes’ book and commenting that ‘The intelligence of animals is I have always thought greatly underestimated’. 2 pp. 7 x 4.5 inches‚ fine‚ embossed K. 4 February 1883. John Wodehouse‚ first Earl of Kimberley (1826-1902)‚ statesman. The reference is to the works of George Romanes‚ friend of Charles Darwin. Romanes published Animal Intelligence in 1881. Price : £45.00
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KING‚ Peter‚ 7th Lord King. 2231
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Washington Cotes at Lincolns Inn‚ about grants of copyhold‚ quit rents‚ and other legal matters relating to his property. 2 pp. 9 x 7 inches‚ with integral address leaf‚ also signed‚ in good condition. 15 October 1805. Peter King (1776-1833)‚ currency expert and politician‚ author of a Life of John Locke‚ opponent of the corn laws.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Washington Cotes at Lincolns Inn‚ about grants of copyhold‚ quit rents‚ and other legal matters relating to his property. 2 pp. 9 x 7 inches‚ with integral address leaf‚ also signed‚ in good condition. 15 October 1805. Peter King (1776-1833)‚ currency expert and politician‚ author of a Life of John Locke‚ opponent of the corn laws. Price : £45.00
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LAMBERT‚ Brooke. 0984
A closely written Autograph Letter Signed‚ to ‘My dear Beaumont’‚ describing his winter abroad (to recover from the strain of his work among the poor in Whitechapel)‚ and referring to the trial of Voysey. 4 pp. 8 x 5 inches‚ legible and in good condition. Villa Congreve‚ San Remo‚ 5 December 1870. The Rev. Brooke Lambert (1834-1901)‚ social and educational reformer.
Price : £75.00
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A closely written Autograph Letter Signed‚ to ‘My dear Beaumont’‚ describing his winter abroad (to recover from the strain of his work among the poor in Whitechapel)‚ and referring to the trial of Voysey. 4 pp. 8 x 5 inches‚ legible and in good condition. Villa Congreve‚ San Remo‚ 5 December 1870. The Rev. Brooke Lambert (1834-1901)‚ social and educational reformer. Price : £75.00
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LEMAITRE‚ Paul Thomas. 10668
Autograph Letter Signed ‘P.T.Lemaitre’‚ to Thomas Winkworth in Cheapside‚ asking for assistance in the purchase of about fourteen yards of black silk and a shawl for his wife on her birthday. 2 pp. 9 x 7 inches‚ with the integral address leaf‚ in good condition‚ with a red wax seal reading TRUTH. 12 Abingdon Street West‚ 4 December 1833. Paul Thomas Lemaiitre (born 1776)‚ a gold watch case maker‚ was arrested on 27 September 1794 for treasonable practices as a delegate of the London Coresponding Society‚ in connection with John Smith of the Pop Gun‚ Portsmouth Street‚ Lincoln’s Inn‚ to assassinate King George III by means of a poisoned arrow. He was the first person sent to the new prison at Cold Bath Fields. He was liberated in 1795‚ tried and discharged‚ but his case remained for many years before Parliament until Henry Warburton M.P. got a petition drawn up for him in 1846. “The shawls I know are of very indifinite value; I wish one respectable & good‚ for I think a good article cheapest in the end; of modest‚ rather than showy appearance. The silk you will guess is for a gown; & on the same principle‚ I wish this of a texture to last respectable for the longer period. You know I am ever the Utilitarian.”
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘P.T.Lemaitre’‚ to Thomas Winkworth in Cheapside‚ asking for assistance in the purchase of about fourteen yards of black silk and a shawl for his wife on her birthday. 2 pp. 9 x 7 inches‚ with the integral address leaf‚ in good condition‚ with a red wax seal reading TRUTH. 12 Abingdon Street West‚ 4 December 1833. Paul Thomas Lemaiitre (born 1776)‚ a gold watch case maker‚ was arrested on 27 September 1794 for treasonable practices as a delegate of the London Coresponding Society‚ in connection with John Smith of the Pop Gun‚ Portsmouth Street‚ Lincoln’s Inn‚ to assassinate King George III by means of a poisoned arrow. He was the first person sent to the new prison at Cold Bath Fields. He was liberated in 1795‚ tried and discharged‚ but his case remained for many years before Parliament until Henry Warburton M.P. got a petition drawn up for him in 1846. “The shawls I know are of very indifinite value; I wish one respectable & good‚ for I think a good article cheapest in the end; of modest‚ rather than showy appearance. The silk you will guess is for a gown; & on the same principle‚ I wish this of a texture to last respectable for the longer period. You know I am ever the Utilitarian.” Price : £75.00
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LEVI‚ Leone. 10662
Two Autograph Letters Signed‚ to Thomas Winkworth at the Gresham Club‚ asking him to provide a testimonial for Levi’s application for a new professorship of Political Economy at King’s College. With Winkworth’s draft testimonial on the integral leaf. 3 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition‚ with an original envelope. 20 Thornhill Crescent‚ 25 June 1859. Leone Levi (1821–1888)‚ jurist‚ political economist‚ and statistician‚ author of the History of British Commerce (1872).
Price : £65.00
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Two Autograph Letters Signed‚ to Thomas Winkworth at the Gresham Club‚ asking him to provide a testimonial for Levi’s application for a new professorship of Political Economy at King’s College. With Winkworth’s draft testimonial on the integral leaf. 3 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition‚ with an original envelope. 20 Thornhill Crescent‚ 25 June 1859. Leone Levi (1821–1888)‚ jurist‚ political economist‚ and statistician‚ author of the History of British Commerce (1872). Price : £65.00
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LIPTON‚ Thomas. 10061
Typed Letter Signed‚ to F.B.Keene in Milwaukee‚ thanking him for his verses. 1 page 10 x 8 inches‚ folds. Lipton Ltd.‚ City Road‚ London‚ 7 June 1900. Sit Thomas Lipton (1850-1931)‚ tea merchant and yachtsman who competed for the America’s Cup in yachts named Shamrock.
Price : £65.00
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Typed Letter Signed‚ to F.B.Keene in Milwaukee‚ thanking him for his verses. 1 page 10 x 8 inches‚ folds. Lipton Ltd.‚ City Road‚ London‚ 7 June 1900. Sit Thomas Lipton (1850-1931)‚ tea merchant and yachtsman who competed for the America’s Cup in yachts named Shamrock. Price : £65.00
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LOPES‚ Massey. 10581
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Massey Lopes’‚ agreeing to subscribe to church repairs. 1 page with signature overleaf. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition‚ a few minor blemishes. 28 Grosvenor Gardens‚ 13 June 1885. Sir Massey Lopes‚ 3rd Baronet (1818-1908)‚ known as Massey Franco until 1831 and as Massey Lopes from 1831 to 1854‚ Conservative politician and agriculturalist.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Massey Lopes’‚ agreeing to subscribe to church repairs. 1 page with signature overleaf. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition‚ a few minor blemishes. 28 Grosvenor Gardens‚ 13 June 1885. Sir Massey Lopes‚ 3rd Baronet (1818-1908)‚ known as Massey Franco until 1831 and as Massey Lopes from 1831 to 1854‚ Conservative politician and agriculturalist. Price : £30.00
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LYTTELTON‚ Lady Sarah. 0637
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Sarah Lyttelton’‚ to the Revd.Henry Lindsay‚ soliciting his support for ‘my poor candidate for St. Ann’s School’. 2 pp. 7 x 4.5 inches. 24 January 1845. Lady Sarah Lyttelton (d.1870)‚ daughter of Earl Spencer and governess to the children of Queen Victoria.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Sarah Lyttelton’‚ to the Revd.Henry Lindsay‚ soliciting his support for ‘my poor candidate for St. Ann’s School’. 2 pp. 7 x 4.5 inches. 24 January 1845. Lady Sarah Lyttelton (d.1870)‚ daughter of Earl Spencer and governess to the children of Queen Victoria. Price : £30.00
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LYTTELTON‚ William. 2056
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to T.Phillips R.A. in George Street‚ Hanover Square‚ full of elegant phrases‚ expressing admiration and thanks for the family portrait ‘whose intrinsic Value‚ as a mere work of Art (to say nothing of its inestimableness in the eyes of my Family) is undoubtedly beyond the Price I pay for it’. 2 pp. 7 x 9 inches‚ with integral address leaf‚ also signed‚ in fine condition. Spencer House‚ 20 June 1832. William Henry Lyttelton (1782-1837)‚ Whig politician‚ accomplished Greek scholar. Thomas Phillips (1770-1845)‚ famous portrait painter.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to T.Phillips R.A. in George Street‚ Hanover Square‚ full of elegant phrases‚ expressing admiration and thanks for the family portrait ‘whose intrinsic Value‚ as a mere work of Art (to say nothing of its inestimableness in the eyes of my Family) is undoubtedly beyond the Price I pay for it’. 2 pp. 7 x 9 inches‚ with integral address leaf‚ also signed‚ in fine condition. Spencer House‚ 20 June 1832. William Henry Lyttelton (1782-1837)‚ Whig politician‚ accomplished Greek scholar. Thomas Phillips (1770-1845)‚ famous portrait painter. Price : £75.00
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MACAULAY‚ Zachary. 9382
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Z.Macaulay’‚ to ‘My Dear Marianne’‚ asking for clarification of banking matters. A good one page example‚ 7½ x 4½ inches. Clapham‚ 3 August 1826. Zachary Macaulay (1768-1838)‚ philanthropist active in anti-slavery agitation‚ Governor of Sierra Leone (1793-99)‚ secretary of the African Institute (1807-12)‚ helped to organize the Anti-Slavery Society (1823).
Price : £150.00
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Z.Macaulay’‚ to ‘My Dear Marianne’‚ asking for clarification of banking matters. A good one page example‚ 7½ x 4½ inches. Clapham‚ 3 August 1826. Zachary Macaulay (1768-1838)‚ philanthropist active in anti-slavery agitation‚ Governor of Sierra Leone (1793-99)‚ secretary of the African Institute (1807-12)‚ helped to organize the Anti-Slavery Society (1823). Price : £150.00
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MALMESBURY‚ James Harris‚ 1st Earl. 10185
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Malmesbury’‚ to William le Blanc‚ the lawyer acting for Princess Caroline‚ regretting that the state of his health and his residence in the country make it impossible for him to act as an Executor of the will [of Princess Caroline’s mother Duchess of Brunswick who had died on March 23rd]. 2 pp. 10 x 8 inches‚ in good condition‚ integral blank leaf‚ light dust soiling. Park Place‚ 7 April 1813. James Harris‚ 1st Earl of Malmesbury (1746-1820)‚ diplomat‚ negotiated the match between the Prince of Wales and Princess Caroline of Brunswick‚ and acted as the Prince’s proxy at the ceremony in Germany. The Prince never forgave him for his share in bringing about the marriage. “...impossible for me to act as Executor on an occasion where every sentiment of Respect‚ and attachment impell me to it‚ and when nothing but imperious reasons as I have to alledge should induce me to shrink from it: I trust therefore‚ that some one of my six colleagues will be good enough not to decline the trouble of proving the will of Her Royal Highness as well as assembling the Executors for the purposes you state as pressing.”
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Malmesbury’‚ to William le Blanc‚ the lawyer acting for Princess Caroline‚ regretting that the state of his health and his residence in the country make it impossible for him to act as an Executor of the will [of Princess Caroline’s mother Duchess of Brunswick who had died on March 23rd]. 2 pp. 10 x 8 inches‚ in good condition‚ integral blank leaf‚ light dust soiling. Park Place‚ 7 April 1813. James Harris‚ 1st Earl of Malmesbury (1746-1820)‚ diplomat‚ negotiated the match between the Prince of Wales and Princess Caroline of Brunswick‚ and acted as the Prince’s proxy at the ceremony in Germany. The Prince never forgave him for his share in bringing about the marriage. “...impossible for me to act as Executor on an occasion where every sentiment of Respect‚ and attachment impell me to it‚ and when nothing but imperious reasons as I have to alledge should induce me to shrink from it: I trust therefore‚ that some one of my six colleagues will be good enough not to decline the trouble of proving the will of Her Royal Highness as well as assembling the Executors for the purposes you state as pressing.” Price : £100.00
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MALMESBURY‚ James Howard Harris‚ 3rd Earl. 10057
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Malmesbury’‚ to Lord Palmerston‚ about the Mexican Civil War‚ explaining that “We have two Parties to deal with in Mexico‚ namely the Central Govt wh H.M. recognizes‚ & the Insurgent Govt who hold Vera Cruz & Tampico”‚ discussing the measures to be taken in the form of reprisals for the ill treatment of British subjects. 3 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition‚ docketed by Palmerston on verso: “Ld Malmesbury‚ Intended Proceedings of Govt to obtain Redress from Mexico”. Foreign Office‚ 14 January 1859. James Howard Harris‚ 3rd Earl of Malmesbury (1807-1889)‚ foreign secretary. “From the former [Central Govt.] whose officers have illused our fellow subjects we have demanded redress & compensation‚ to be enforced if refused. To the latter [Insurgent Govt.] we have sent some ships to extort both. All the cases wh yr Correspondent mentions are in one or the other of these categories‚ excepting Mr Perry’s. This Gentleman by his own admission assisted the Insurgents against the Central Govt when they attacked the City of Mexico & were defeated...”
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Malmesbury’‚ to Lord Palmerston‚ about the Mexican Civil War‚ explaining that “We have two Parties to deal with in Mexico‚ namely the Central Govt wh H.M. recognizes‚ & the Insurgent Govt who hold Vera Cruz & Tampico”‚ discussing the measures to be taken in the form of reprisals for the ill treatment of British subjects. 3 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition‚ docketed by Palmerston on verso: “Ld Malmesbury‚ Intended Proceedings of Govt to obtain Redress from Mexico”. Foreign Office‚ 14 January 1859. James Howard Harris‚ 3rd Earl of Malmesbury (1807-1889)‚ foreign secretary. “From the former [Central Govt.] whose officers have illused our fellow subjects we have demanded redress & compensation‚ to be enforced if refused. To the latter [Insurgent Govt.] we have sent some ships to extort both. All the cases wh yr Correspondent mentions are in one or the other of these categories‚ excepting Mr Perry’s. This Gentleman by his own admission assisted the Insurgents against the Central Govt when they attacked the City of Mexico & were defeated...” Price : £120.00
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MAYNE‚ Sir Richard‚ Police Commissioner. 10912
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to ‘My dear Perceval’‚ about amendments to a Report. 2 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition. Metropolitan Police Office‚ 22 July 1868. Sir Richard Mayne (1796-1868)‚ Police Commissioner. On the institution of the metropolitan police‚ Charles Rowan and Richard Mayne were appointed joint-commissioners. In 1850 Mayne became Chief Commissioner. The number of police under his command reached about seven thousand men.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to ‘My dear Perceval’‚ about amendments to a Report. 2 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition. Metropolitan Police Office‚ 22 July 1868. Sir Richard Mayne (1796-1868)‚ Police Commissioner. On the institution of the metropolitan police‚ Charles Rowan and Richard Mayne were appointed joint-commissioners. In 1850 Mayne became Chief Commissioner. The number of police under his command reached about seven thousand men. Price : £65.00
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McCULLOCH‚ John Ramsay. 10666
Autograph Letter in the third person‚ to Miss Winkworth‚ sending money‚ discussing the dispatch of “Evening Hours” and related matters. 1 page 8 x 5 inches‚ in good condition‚ integral blank. 4 Southampton Street‚ Fitzroy Square [7 March 1831]. John Ramsay McCulloch (1789-1864)‚ statistician and political economist.
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Autograph Letter in the third person‚ to Miss Winkworth‚ sending money‚ discussing the dispatch of “Evening Hours” and related matters. 1 page 8 x 5 inches‚ in good condition‚ integral blank. 4 Southampton Street‚ Fitzroy Square [7 March 1831]. John Ramsay McCulloch (1789-1864)‚ statistician and political economist. Price : £45.00
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McNEILL‚ Sir John. 9600
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Alexander Christie‚ making arrangements for a visit to Manchester with his family “to see the Art Treasures”. 3 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in fine condition. Granton House‚ 16 May 1857. “Lady McNeill‚ Miss McNeill & I‚ accompanied only by an old nurse who was with us in Persia‚ propose to go to Manchester by the Express train...” Sir John McNeill (1795-1883)‚ diplomat‚ envoy to the Shah of Persia from 1836‚ and joint author of the official enquiry into the commissariat in the Crimean War.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Alexander Christie‚ making arrangements for a visit to Manchester with his family “to see the Art Treasures”. 3 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in fine condition. Granton House‚ 16 May 1857. “Lady McNeill‚ Miss McNeill & I‚ accompanied only by an old nurse who was with us in Persia‚ propose to go to Manchester by the Express train...” Sir John McNeill (1795-1883)‚ diplomat‚ envoy to the Shah of Persia from 1836‚ and joint author of the official enquiry into the commissariat in the Crimean War. Price : £65.00
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MELVILLE‚ William. 10149
Autograph Letter Signed ‘W.Melville’‚ to Mr. Chudleigh‚ asking for two tickets for the ‘Vagabond King’. 2 pp. 7¼ x 4¾ inches‚ integral blank leaf (traces of hinges)‚ in good condition. Metropolitan Police Office‚ New Scotland Yard‚ 22 November [?1899]. Scarce. William Melville (1850 - 1918)‚ born in Ireland‚ the head of Scotland Yard's Special Branch and later the first chief of the British Secret Service. In 1903‚ Melville resigned as superintendent but was secretly recruited to lead a new intelligence section in the War Office‚ MO3‚ which subsequently was redesignated M05. Working under commercial cover from an unassuming flat in London under the alias persona William Morgan‚ Melville ran both counterintelligence and foreign intelligence operations‚ capitalizing on the knowledge and foreign contacts he had accumulated during his years running Special Branch.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘W.Melville’‚ to Mr. Chudleigh‚ asking for two tickets for the ‘Vagabond King’. 2 pp. 7¼ x 4¾ inches‚ integral blank leaf (traces of hinges)‚ in good condition. Metropolitan Police Office‚ New Scotland Yard‚ 22 November [?1899]. Scarce. William Melville (1850 - 1918)‚ born in Ireland‚ the head of Scotland Yard's Special Branch and later the first chief of the British Secret Service. In 1903‚ Melville resigned as superintendent but was secretly recruited to lead a new intelligence section in the War Office‚ MO3‚ which subsequently was redesignated M05. Working under commercial cover from an unassuming flat in London under the alias persona William Morgan‚ Melville ran both counterintelligence and foreign intelligence operations‚ capitalizing on the knowledge and foreign contacts he had accumulated during his years running Special Branch. Price : £175.00
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MILNES‚ Richard Monckton. 1346
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Richd M.Milnes’ to ‘Dear Baring Wall’‚ repairing his forgetfulness by including an original epigram of 8 lines entitled The Officials Confession‚ and asking after his corresponent’s ‘cabalistic science’. 2 pp. 7 x 4.5 inches‚ small tear at central fold. 26 Pall Mall‚ poem dated April 1839. Richard Monckton Milnes‚ 1st Baron Houghton (1809-85)‚ politician. ‘Our men are true‚ our chiefs are bold/ Our objects all above suspicion./ But yet I own we seem to hold/ A rather curious Whig position.’
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Richd M.Milnes’ to ‘Dear Baring Wall’‚ repairing his forgetfulness by including an original epigram of 8 lines entitled The Officials Confession‚ and asking after his corresponent’s ‘cabalistic science’. 2 pp. 7 x 4.5 inches‚ small tear at central fold. 26 Pall Mall‚ poem dated April 1839. Richard Monckton Milnes‚ 1st Baron Houghton (1809-85)‚ politician. ‘Our men are true‚ our chiefs are bold/ Our objects all above suspicion./ But yet I own we seem to hold/ A rather curious Whig position.’ Price : £100.00
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MITFORD‚ John Freeman-‚ first Baron Redesdale. 7365
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Redesdale’‚ to John Davidson‚ discussing mortage and other payments. 2 pp. 9 x 7½ inches‚ dust soiling and light toning. Batsford [Gloucestershire]‚ 4 December 1810. Mitford‚ John Freeman-‚ first Baron Redesdale (1748–1830)‚ lord chancellor of Ireland and speaker of the House of Commons.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Redesdale’‚ to John Davidson‚ discussing mortage and other payments. 2 pp. 9 x 7½ inches‚ dust soiling and light toning. Batsford [Gloucestershire]‚ 4 December 1810. Mitford‚ John Freeman-‚ first Baron Redesdale (1748–1830)‚ lord chancellor of Ireland and speaker of the House of Commons. Price : £35.00
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NAPIER‚ Francis‚ 10th Lord Napier. 10908
A charming Autograph Letter Signed‚ as an undergraduate at Trinity College Cambridge‚ to his mother‚ describing the day of his “declamation” in the College Chapel. 3 pp. 9 x 7 inches‚ minor tears at folds‚ generally in good condition. Cambridge‚ 17 December 1839. Francis Napier‚ tenth Lord Napier of Merchistoun and first Baron Ettrick (1819–1898)‚ diplomatist and administrator in India. He served as ambassador to the United States from 1857 to 1859 and to the Netherlands from 1859 to 1861‚ as Ambassador to Russia from 1861 to 1864 and to Prussia from 1864 to 1866. The latter year he was appointed Governor of Madras‚ a post he held until 1872‚ when he also served as acting Viceroy of India for a short period. Having sat up all night preparing his essay On the Permanence of Modern Civilization‚ Napier “arose‚ before I had done shaving and dressing‚ the chapel bell was ringing‚ so shaking off my lather I rushed into my breeches‚ wound myself round with coat & waistcoat‚ and marched with trembling shivering steps to chapel...”
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A charming Autograph Letter Signed‚ as an undergraduate at Trinity College Cambridge‚ to his mother‚ describing the day of his “declamation” in the College Chapel. 3 pp. 9 x 7 inches‚ minor tears at folds‚ generally in good condition. Cambridge‚ 17 December 1839. Francis Napier‚ tenth Lord Napier of Merchistoun and first Baron Ettrick (1819–1898)‚ diplomatist and administrator in India. He served as ambassador to the United States from 1857 to 1859 and to the Netherlands from 1859 to 1861‚ as Ambassador to Russia from 1861 to 1864 and to Prussia from 1864 to 1866. The latter year he was appointed Governor of Madras‚ a post he held until 1872‚ when he also served as acting Viceroy of India for a short period. Having sat up all night preparing his essay On the Permanence of Modern Civilization‚ Napier “arose‚ before I had done shaving and dressing‚ the chapel bell was ringing‚ so shaking off my lather I rushed into my breeches‚ wound myself round with coat & waistcoat‚ and marched with trembling shivering steps to chapel...” Price : £85.00
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NAPIER‚ Francis‚ 10th Lord Napier. 9787
A long Autograph Letter Signed ‘Napier & Ettrick’ to Mr Jones‚ praising his Lecture on “the Sanitary Condition” of Calcutta‚ discussing the geographical issues and the spread of cholera. 4 pp. 9 x 7 inches‚ in good condition‚ one small tear at centre fold. Thirlestane‚ Selkirk‚ 28 August 1885. Francis Napier‚ tenth Lord Napier of Merchistoun and first Baron Ettrick (1819–1898)‚ diplomatist and administrator in India. He served as ambassador to the United States from 1857 to 1859 and to the Netherlands from 1859 to 1861‚ as Ambassador to Russia from 1861 to 1864 and to Prussia from 1864 to 1866. The latter year he was appointed Governor of Madras‚ a post he held until 1872‚ when he also served as acting Viceroy of India for a short period.
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A long Autograph Letter Signed ‘Napier & Ettrick’ to Mr Jones‚ praising his Lecture on “the Sanitary Condition” of Calcutta‚ discussing the geographical issues and the spread of cholera. 4 pp. 9 x 7 inches‚ in good condition‚ one small tear at centre fold. Thirlestane‚ Selkirk‚ 28 August 1885. Francis Napier‚ tenth Lord Napier of Merchistoun and first Baron Ettrick (1819–1898)‚ diplomatist and administrator in India. He served as ambassador to the United States from 1857 to 1859 and to the Netherlands from 1859 to 1861‚ as Ambassador to Russia from 1861 to 1864 and to Prussia from 1864 to 1866. The latter year he was appointed Governor of Madras‚ a post he held until 1872‚ when he also served as acting Viceroy of India for a short period. Price : £65.00
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NEWLAND‚ Abraham. 6691
Ledger entry‚ bearing his signature ‘A.Newland’. Fragment only‚ 1 x 9 inches‚ in good condition. Dated in another hand‚ 5 January 1801. Abraham Newland (1730–1807)‚ banking official. He became chief cashier of the Bank of England in 1782. His signature on Bank of England notes became so familiar that they were known as Abraham Newlands.
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Ledger entry‚ bearing his signature ‘A.Newland’. Fragment only‚ 1 x 9 inches‚ in good condition. Dated in another hand‚ 5 January 1801. Abraham Newland (1730–1807)‚ banking official. He became chief cashier of the Bank of England in 1782. His signature on Bank of England notes became so familiar that they were known as Abraham Newlands. Price : £60.00
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NORTHBROOK‚ Thomas George‚ 2nd Baron. 10910
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mr Gathorne-Hardy‚ agreeing to serve on a Government Commission‚ and making suggestions about it. 4 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition. Stratton‚ 14 September 1868. Thomas George‚ 2nd Baron Northbrook (1826-1904)‚ Governor General of India (1872-76)‚ First Lord of the Admiralty (1880-1885).
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mr Gathorne-Hardy‚ agreeing to serve on a Government Commission‚ and making suggestions about it. 4 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition. Stratton‚ 14 September 1868. Thomas George‚ 2nd Baron Northbrook (1826-1904)‚ Governor General of India (1872-76)‚ First Lord of the Admiralty (1880-1885). Price : £30.00
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NORTHBROOK‚ Thomas George‚ 2nd Baron. 7366
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Northbrook’‚ to F.Hovenden‚ agreeing to be a Vice-President of the London Institution. 2½ pages 6 x 4 inches‚ fine. 4 Hamilton Place‚ 18 March 1901. Thomas George‚ 2nd Baron Northbrook (1826-1904)‚ Governor General of India (1872-76)‚ First Lord of the Admiralty (1880-1885).
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Northbrook’‚ to F.Hovenden‚ agreeing to be a Vice-President of the London Institution. 2½ pages 6 x 4 inches‚ fine. 4 Hamilton Place‚ 18 March 1901. Thomas George‚ 2nd Baron Northbrook (1826-1904)‚ Governor General of India (1872-76)‚ First Lord of the Admiralty (1880-1885). Price : £30.00
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O’BRIEN‚ William Smith. 9677
Autograph Letter Signed with initials W.O’B.‚ asking whether his correspondent has at the Castle “the Report of Lord Clancarty’s Committee of last session upon Poor Laws”‚ asking for its loan‚ and sending “several Books belonging to the Adan Reading Society”. 1½ pages 7 x 4½ inches‚ tipped on to a small Victorian album leaf headed ‘William Smith O’Brien’. Cahirmoyle [co. Limerick]‚ 1 December 1846. William Smith O’Brien (1803–1864)‚ Irish nationalist politician. He joined with Daniel O’Connell in the movement for the repeal of legislative union between Great Britain and Ireland (1843)‚ took part in the insurrection in the south of Ireland (1848). His death sentence was commuted to transportation (to Tasmania). O’Brien was instrumental in founding the Irish Confederation‚ the first meeting of which took place on 13 January 1847. Towards the end of 1846 O’Brien published ‘Reproductive Employment; or a Series of Letters to the Landed Proprietors of Ireland‚ with a preliminary letter ot Lord John Russell’.
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Autograph Letter Signed with initials W.O’B.‚ asking whether his correspondent has at the Castle “the Report of Lord Clancarty’s Committee of last session upon Poor Laws”‚ asking for its loan‚ and sending “several Books belonging to the Adan Reading Society”. 1½ pages 7 x 4½ inches‚ tipped on to a small Victorian album leaf headed ‘William Smith O’Brien’. Cahirmoyle [co. Limerick]‚ 1 December 1846. William Smith O’Brien (1803–1864)‚ Irish nationalist politician. He joined with Daniel O’Connell in the movement for the repeal of legislative union between Great Britain and Ireland (1843)‚ took part in the insurrection in the south of Ireland (1848). His death sentence was commuted to transportation (to Tasmania). O’Brien was instrumental in founding the Irish Confederation‚ the first meeting of which took place on 13 January 1847. Towards the end of 1846 O’Brien published ‘Reproductive Employment; or a Series of Letters to the Landed Proprietors of Ireland‚ with a preliminary letter ot Lord John Russell’. Price : £200.00
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O’CONNELL‚ Maurice. 9718
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Maurice O’Connell’‚ making an appointment on his father’s behalf‚ explaining the change of hour is because “that Honourable House is determined it seems to sit to vote away the people’s money on Wednesday - any day being fit for that purpose”. 3 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ light dust soiling along one edge‚ otherwise in good condition. Maddox Street [London]‚ [16 February 1830]. Maurice O’Connell (1803-1853)‚ son of Daniel O’Connell (1775-1847). Daniel O’Connell‚ his three sons‚ and two of his sons-in-law were all members of the first reformed parliament. The recipient of this letter is identified towards the end of the letter as “the great Author of Rational Jurisprudence”.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Maurice O’Connell’‚ making an appointment on his father’s behalf‚ explaining the change of hour is because “that Honourable House is determined it seems to sit to vote away the people’s money on Wednesday - any day being fit for that purpose”. 3 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ light dust soiling along one edge‚ otherwise in good condition. Maddox Street [London]‚ [16 February 1830]. Maurice O’Connell (1803-1853)‚ son of Daniel O’Connell (1775-1847). Daniel O’Connell‚ his three sons‚ and two of his sons-in-law were all members of the first reformed parliament. The recipient of this letter is identified towards the end of the letter as “the great Author of Rational Jurisprudence”. Price : £120.00
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OWEN‚ Robert. 7375
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Robt.Owen’‚ to T.J.Pettigrew‚ accepting a dinner invitation from the Dule of Sussex. 1 page 7 x 4½ inches‚ integral blank‚ with the original address wrapper also signed ‘R.Owen’. 125 Pall Mall‚ 24 May‚ no year given. Uncommon. Robert Owen (1771-1858)‚ Welsh social reformer‚ pioneer of co-operation in industry‚ and philanthropist. T.J.Pettigrew‚ surgeon and antiquary‚ was the Duke’s Librarian.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Robt.Owen’‚ to T.J.Pettigrew‚ accepting a dinner invitation from the Dule of Sussex. 1 page 7 x 4½ inches‚ integral blank‚ with the original address wrapper also signed ‘R.Owen’. 125 Pall Mall‚ 24 May‚ no year given. Uncommon. Robert Owen (1771-1858)‚ Welsh social reformer‚ pioneer of co-operation in industry‚ and philanthropist. T.J.Pettigrew‚ surgeon and antiquary‚ was the Duke’s Librarian. Price : £275.00
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PARKES. Sir Harry Smith. 10920
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Viscount Cranbrook‚ asking him to contribute to “an Album for my home in Australia of eminent living Englishmen with their autographs”. 2 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition. 43 Duke Street‚ Grosvenor Square‚ London‚ 19 January 1884. Sir Harry Smith Parkes (1828-1885)‚ diplomat‚ served in China‚ acting as Lord Elgin’s envoy in 1860‚ and as minister in Japan from 1865.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Viscount Cranbrook‚ asking him to contribute to “an Album for my home in Australia of eminent living Englishmen with their autographs”. 2 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition. 43 Duke Street‚ Grosvenor Square‚ London‚ 19 January 1884. Sir Harry Smith Parkes (1828-1885)‚ diplomat‚ served in China‚ acting as Lord Elgin’s envoy in 1860‚ and as minister in Japan from 1865. Price : £35.00
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PAULTON‚ Abraham Walter. 5671
Autograph Letter Signed‚ addressed ‘Dear Sir’‚ discussing the payment of cheques and other matters‚ explaining that “we are getting a bad reputation for mismanagement here‚ and people begin to get pressing on the supposition that the League is running dry”. 3 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition‚ some paper adhering to the blank verso of the second page. 448 Strand‚ 13 June 1843. Abraham Walter Paulton (1812-76)‚ politician and journalist‚ lecturer for the Anti-Corn Law League‚ editor of its journal until 1846. In this letter there is a reference to George Wilson (1808-70)‚ the chairman of the Anti-Corn Law League.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ addressed ‘Dear Sir’‚ discussing the payment of cheques and other matters‚ explaining that “we are getting a bad reputation for mismanagement here‚ and people begin to get pressing on the supposition that the League is running dry”. 3 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition‚ some paper adhering to the blank verso of the second page. 448 Strand‚ 13 June 1843. Abraham Walter Paulton (1812-76)‚ politician and journalist‚ lecturer for the Anti-Corn Law League‚ editor of its journal until 1846. In this letter there is a reference to George Wilson (1808-70)‚ the chairman of the Anti-Corn Law League. Price : £35.00
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POLITICS. Mr. Gladstone’s Cabinet in 1880. 9814
A sheet of writing paper from 10 Downing Street‚ bearing the autograph signatures of 7 members of Gladstone’s Cabinet‚ including Selborne‚ Dilke‚ Chamberlain‚ Northbrook and Carlingford. Together with 6 other autographs mounted on the front and back of the same album leaf‚ including Hartington‚ Mundella‚ Cairns (Lord Chancellor in Disraeli’s Government)‚ Cairns‚ Kimberley and Dilke again. Album page 10 x 7 inches‚ autographs mounted front and back. 1880.
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A sheet of writing paper from 10 Downing Street‚ bearing the autograph signatures of 7 members of Gladstone’s Cabinet‚ including Selborne‚ Dilke‚ Chamberlain‚ Northbrook and Carlingford. Together with 6 other autographs mounted on the front and back of the same album leaf‚ including Hartington‚ Mundella‚ Cairns (Lord Chancellor in Disraeli’s Government)‚ Cairns‚ Kimberley and Dilke again. Album page 10 x 7 inches‚ autographs mounted front and back. 1880. Price : £120.00
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PORTER‚ George Richardson. 10834
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to ‘My dear Madam’‚ advising her never to despair of a good cause‚ citing the causes which have encouraged him‚ including “the abolition by Parliament of the African Slave Trade‚ and of Slavery itself thtoughout the British Colonies...” 2 pp. 7½ x 4¾ inches‚ fine. Dulwich‚ 16 December 1841. George Richardson Porter (1792-1852)‚ statistician and zealous free-trader. His wife Sarah was the sister of David Ricardo.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to ‘My dear Madam’‚ advising her never to despair of a good cause‚ citing the causes which have encouraged him‚ including “the abolition by Parliament of the African Slave Trade‚ and of Slavery itself thtoughout the British Colonies...” 2 pp. 7½ x 4¾ inches‚ fine. Dulwich‚ 16 December 1841. George Richardson Porter (1792-1852)‚ statistician and zealous free-trader. His wife Sarah was the sister of David Ricardo. Price : £65.00
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RIPON‚ 1st Marquis of. 10007
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Ripon’‚ to W.Martin Wood at Brook Green‚ stating that ”I remain of the opinion that Lord cromer would make a much better administrator of South African affairs than Lord Milner”‚ although he can not interfere in this matter. 1½ pages 7 x 4½ inches‚ with the original envelope‚ also signed ‘Ripon’. Studley Royal‚ Ripon‚ 29 November 1901. George Frederick Samuel Robinson‚ first Marquis of Ripon (1827-1909)‚ governor-general of India and Liberal statesman. Ripon was governor-general of India 1880-1884. On his return to England he took his place among the Liberal leaders‚ and supported Gladstone’s Home Rule policy.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Ripon’‚ to W.Martin Wood at Brook Green‚ stating that ”I remain of the opinion that Lord cromer would make a much better administrator of South African affairs than Lord Milner”‚ although he can not interfere in this matter. 1½ pages 7 x 4½ inches‚ with the original envelope‚ also signed ‘Ripon’. Studley Royal‚ Ripon‚ 29 November 1901. George Frederick Samuel Robinson‚ first Marquis of Ripon (1827-1909)‚ governor-general of India and Liberal statesman. Ripon was governor-general of India 1880-1884. On his return to England he took his place among the Liberal leaders‚ and supported Gladstone’s Home Rule policy. Price : £35.00
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ROYAL EXCHANGE FIRE. 1838. 10490
A charred Letter (1817) from Josiah Bray addressed to the Patriots Fund about a compensation payment of £40 “for the Loss of an Eye in the Attack on Algiers”. With address panel mounted on an album page described beneath: ‘Picked up after the Fire of the Royal Exchange.’ Portsea 11 January 1817. On 10 January 1838 there occurred one of the most spectacular fires of the nineteenth century the fire at the Royal Exchange in the City of London.
Price : £40.00
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A charred Letter (1817) from Josiah Bray addressed to the Patriots Fund about a compensation payment of £40 “for the Loss of an Eye in the Attack on Algiers”. With address panel mounted on an album page described beneath: ‘Picked up after the Fire of the Royal Exchange.’ Portsea 11 January 1817. On 10 January 1838 there occurred one of the most spectacular fires of the nineteenth century the fire at the Royal Exchange in the City of London. Price : £40.00
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RYE‚ Maria Susan. 5343
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Maria S.Rye’‚ asking her correspondent to reprint some of her work in his paper. 1½ pages‚ one small tear neatly repaired‚ in good condition‚ writing paper headed ‘Victorian Emigration’. 20 John street‚ London‚ 1 August 1867. Maria Susan Rye (1829-1903)‚ social reformer. Between 1860 and 1868 she helped to send girls of the middle class and domestic servants to Australia‚ New Zealand and Canada‚ and she visited these colonies to form committees for the protection of the emigrants. She was the author of Emigration of Educated Women (1861). From 1868 she devoted herself to the emigration of pauper children.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Maria S.Rye’‚ asking her correspondent to reprint some of her work in his paper. 1½ pages‚ one small tear neatly repaired‚ in good condition‚ writing paper headed ‘Victorian Emigration’. 20 John street‚ London‚ 1 August 1867. Maria Susan Rye (1829-1903)‚ social reformer. Between 1860 and 1868 she helped to send girls of the middle class and domestic servants to Australia‚ New Zealand and Canada‚ and she visited these colonies to form committees for the protection of the emigrants. She was the author of Emigration of Educated Women (1861). From 1868 she devoted herself to the emigration of pauper children. Price : £100.00
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SALT‚ Henry. 10002
Autograph Letter Signed‚ acknowledging receipt of papers‚ regretting “that we cannot at present treat of the subject referred to‚ as we have had a good deal lately about vivisection‚ and other subjects are also pressing”. 1 page 8 x 5 inches. The Humane Review‚ 18 January 1901. Henry Stephens Salt (1851-1939)‚ social reformer‚ pacifist and humanitarian.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ acknowledging receipt of papers‚ regretting “that we cannot at present treat of the subject referred to‚ as we have had a good deal lately about vivisection‚ and other subjects are also pressing”. 1 page 8 x 5 inches. The Humane Review‚ 18 January 1901. Henry Stephens Salt (1851-1939)‚ social reformer‚ pacifist and humanitarian. Price : £45.00
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SCOTLAND. 1859 Appointment of a Deputy Lieutenant of Argyll. 1789
Vellum Manuscript Document‚ signed by the Marquis of Breadalbane‚ appointing Colonel Thomas Hall of Killean to be Deputy Lieutenant for the County of Argyll. Vellum document 15 x 13 inches‚ folded‚ in good clean condition. Taymouth Castle‚ 3 December 1859.
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Vellum Manuscript Document‚ signed by the Marquis of Breadalbane‚ appointing Colonel Thomas Hall of Killean to be Deputy Lieutenant for the County of Argyll. Vellum document 15 x 13 inches‚ folded‚ in good clean condition. Taymouth Castle‚ 3 December 1859. Price : £45.00
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SCOTT‚ John‚ Earl of Eldon. 10541
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Eldon’‚ to ‘My dear Lord’‚ about the distance between two Livings‚ in Marlborough and the Isle of Wight‚ adding that “I hear your Son is in Town & I hope he will have the presentation today or Monday”. 1 page 9 x 7½ inches‚ folds‚ light traces of mounting. Undated. John Scott‚ 1st Earl of Eldon (1751-1838)‚ barrister and politician. He served as Lord Chancellor between 1801 and 1806 and again between 1807 and 1827.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Eldon’‚ to ‘My dear Lord’‚ about the distance between two Livings‚ in Marlborough and the Isle of Wight‚ adding that “I hear your Son is in Town & I hope he will have the presentation today or Monday”. 1 page 9 x 7½ inches‚ folds‚ light traces of mounting. Undated. John Scott‚ 1st Earl of Eldon (1751-1838)‚ barrister and politician. He served as Lord Chancellor between 1801 and 1806 and again between 1807 and 1827. Price : £30.00
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SCOTT-GATTY‚ Sir Alfred 9603
A series of 26 Autograph Letters Signed‚ as Rouge Dragon‚ to T.H.Manners‚ recording his research into the Manners family‚ local record searches at the Rolls Office‚ extant wills‚ genealogy‚ etc 62 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition. Heralds College‚ London‚ 1884-1886. Sir Alfred Scott-Gatty (1847-1918)‚ Garter King of Arms and composer. “I have heard from the Vicar of Helmesley who it appears has been very busy with the gathering of some 60 clergymen. He rather ‘haggles’ about my terms so I have offered him £5 to extract everythign from 1600 to 1750 and I think he will accept my offer.”
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A series of 26 Autograph Letters Signed‚ as Rouge Dragon‚ to T.H.Manners‚ recording his research into the Manners family‚ local record searches at the Rolls Office‚ extant wills‚ genealogy‚ etc 62 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition. Heralds College‚ London‚ 1884-1886. Sir Alfred Scott-Gatty (1847-1918)‚ Garter King of Arms and composer. “I have heard from the Vicar of Helmesley who it appears has been very busy with the gathering of some 60 clergymen. He rather ‘haggles’ about my terms so I have offered him £5 to extract everythign from 1600 to 1750 and I think he will accept my offer.” Price : £120.00
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SEYMOUR‚ George Hamilton. 9485
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Stratford Canning‚ the ambassador at Constantinople‚ about a young Bulgarian’s application to be naturalized as an English subject. 2 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ integral blank leaf‚ in good condition. St. Petersburg‚ Russia‚ 30 December 1851. George Hamilton Seymour (1797-1880)‚ diplomat‚ was appointed to St. Petersburg in 1851. He was recalled on the outbreak of the Crimean War in 1854.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Stratford Canning‚ the ambassador at Constantinople‚ about a young Bulgarian’s application to be naturalized as an English subject. 2 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ integral blank leaf‚ in good condition. St. Petersburg‚ Russia‚ 30 December 1851. George Hamilton Seymour (1797-1880)‚ diplomat‚ was appointed to St. Petersburg in 1851. He was recalled on the outbreak of the Crimean War in 1854. Price : £30.00
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SHAFTESBURY‚ Anthony Ashley Cooper‚ 7th Earl. 8439
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Shaftesbury’‚ to Lady Aberdeen‚ asking her “and Lady Catherine‚ & my friend Aberdeen” to dinner. A good one page example 7 x 4½ inches. 24 Grosvenor Square‚ 27 April 1874. “There are many things to talk about.” Anthony Ashley Cooper‚ 7th Earl of Shaftesbury (1801-85)‚ factory reformer and philanthropist.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Shaftesbury’‚ to Lady Aberdeen‚ asking her “and Lady Catherine‚ & my friend Aberdeen” to dinner. A good one page example 7 x 4½ inches. 24 Grosvenor Square‚ 27 April 1874. “There are many things to talk about.” Anthony Ashley Cooper‚ 7th Earl of Shaftesbury (1801-85)‚ factory reformer and philanthropist. Price : £35.00
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SHAFTESBURY‚ Anthony Ashley Cooper‚ 7th Earl. 8812
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Ashley’‚ to ‘My dear Russell’ [Lord John Russell‚ then Prime Minister]‚ asking him to “press strongly on the fact of 528 distinct Firms having signed the petition - the small Millowners have a deeper interest than the large ones”‚ and quoting evidence from Lancashire. 3 pp. 8 x 5 inches‚ in good condition. 3 March 1847. A significant letter by Anthony Ashley Cooper‚ 7th Earl of Shaftesbury (1801-85)‚ factory reformer and philanthropist‚ who had resigned his seat in order to visit the slums of London and to discover more about the living conditions of the working classes. His final statement in this letter is a further comment on the Ten Hour Bill which Russell supported. “I have heard from Lancashire - ‘provisions are rising‚ wages are going down in the Mills which run 12 hours - so little do long hours keep up wages.’”
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Ashley’‚ to ‘My dear Russell’ [Lord John Russell‚ then Prime Minister]‚ asking him to “press strongly on the fact of 528 distinct Firms having signed the petition - the small Millowners have a deeper interest than the large ones”‚ and quoting evidence from Lancashire. 3 pp. 8 x 5 inches‚ in good condition. 3 March 1847. A significant letter by Anthony Ashley Cooper‚ 7th Earl of Shaftesbury (1801-85)‚ factory reformer and philanthropist‚ who had resigned his seat in order to visit the slums of London and to discover more about the living conditions of the working classes. His final statement in this letter is a further comment on the Ten Hour Bill which Russell supported. “I have heard from Lancashire - ‘provisions are rising‚ wages are going down in the Mills which run 12 hours - so little do long hours keep up wages.’” Price : £120.00
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SHAFTESBURY‚ Anthony Ashley Cooper‚ 7th Earl. 9386
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Shaftesbury’‚ to Mr. James Budd‚ responding to the latter’s enquiry about a suitable charitable bequest‚ suggesting the work of the Ragged Schools Union. 3 pp. 8 x 5 inches‚ fine. 24 Grosvenor Square‚ 7 October 1864. A good letter by Anthony Ashley Cooper‚ 7th Earl of Shaftesbury (1801-85)‚ factory reformer and philanthropist‚ who had resigned his seat in order to visit the slums of London and to discover more about the living conditions of the working classes. “...none can exceed in value & importance‚ the Ragged School Union... if consideration be had of the large numbers it aids‚ the misery & ignorance in which they are‚ and the great success that‚ by God’s blessing‚ has attended its efforts. In few cases‚ will a sum of money be so productive of real & lasting good‚ as in this.”
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Shaftesbury’‚ to Mr. James Budd‚ responding to the latter’s enquiry about a suitable charitable bequest‚ suggesting the work of the Ragged Schools Union. 3 pp. 8 x 5 inches‚ fine. 24 Grosvenor Square‚ 7 October 1864. A good letter by Anthony Ashley Cooper‚ 7th Earl of Shaftesbury (1801-85)‚ factory reformer and philanthropist‚ who had resigned his seat in order to visit the slums of London and to discover more about the living conditions of the working classes. “...none can exceed in value & importance‚ the Ragged School Union... if consideration be had of the large numbers it aids‚ the misery & ignorance in which they are‚ and the great success that‚ by God’s blessing‚ has attended its efforts. In few cases‚ will a sum of money be so productive of real & lasting good‚ as in this.” Price : £85.00
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SHEIL‚ Richard Lalor. 6165
Order to pay £30‚ signed twice by Richard Sheil‚ addressed to Henry Harris‚ “Proprietor of Covt. Garden Theatre”. 9 x 3½ inches‚ blind embossed revenue stamp‚ folds. Dublin‚ 18 August 1821. Richard Lalor Sheil (1791-1851)‚ Irish dramatist and politician‚ aided O’Connell with impassioned speeches until the granting of Catholic emancipation (1829)‚ then fought for the repeal of the union of Great Britain and Ireland.. Master of the Mint (1846-50).
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Order to pay £30‚ signed twice by Richard Sheil‚ addressed to Henry Harris‚ “Proprietor of Covt. Garden Theatre”. 9 x 3½ inches‚ blind embossed revenue stamp‚ folds. Dublin‚ 18 August 1821. Richard Lalor Sheil (1791-1851)‚ Irish dramatist and politician‚ aided O’Connell with impassioned speeches until the granting of Catholic emancipation (1829)‚ then fought for the repeal of the union of Great Britain and Ireland.. Master of the Mint (1846-50). Price : £85.00
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SMITH‚ William Henry. 4818
Autograph Letter Signed ‘W.H.Smith’‚ to “My dear Admiral of the Fleet”‚ agreeing to subscribe for the restoration of a breakwater‚ and thanking him for his congratulations‚ “but I am not very cheerful about my work. It is by no means the kind of thing I like...” 2 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition. 3 Grosvenor Place‚ 10 January 1887. Smith‚ William Henry (1825-1891)‚ newsagent and politician. On the formation of Salisbury's second administration Smith was appointed secretary of state for war in August 1886. In his clashes over War Office estimates with Lord Randolph Churchill at the Treasury‚ he was clear‚ adamant‚ and equable where Churchill was excitable and offensive. In the restructuring of the cabinet‚ following Churchill's resignation‚ Smith became first lord of the Treasury and leader of the House of Commons in January 1887. [DNB]
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘W.H.Smith’‚ to “My dear Admiral of the Fleet”‚ agreeing to subscribe for the restoration of a breakwater‚ and thanking him for his congratulations‚ “but I am not very cheerful about my work. It is by no means the kind of thing I like...” 2 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition. 3 Grosvenor Place‚ 10 January 1887. Smith‚ William Henry (1825-1891)‚ newsagent and politician. On the formation of Salisbury's second administration Smith was appointed secretary of state for war in August 1886. In his clashes over War Office estimates with Lord Randolph Churchill at the Treasury‚ he was clear‚ adamant‚ and equable where Churchill was excitable and offensive. In the restructuring of the cabinet‚ following Churchill's resignation‚ Smith became first lord of the Treasury and leader of the House of Commons in January 1887. [DNB] Price : £45.00
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SOMERSET‚ Henry‚ 7th Darl of Beaufort. 7453
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Beaufort’‚ to Madame de Flahaut‚ thanking her for the brochures and commenting on the appointment of a new Secretary for Foreign Affairs in succession to Lord Palmerston. 1 page 7 x 4½ inches‚ embossed monogram‚ fine. Badminton‚ 28 December 1851. Henry Somerset‚ seventh Duke of Beaufort (1792–1853)‚ sportsman and courtier‚ was aide-de-camp to the Duke of Wellington in the Iberian peninsula from 1812 to 1814.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Beaufort’‚ to Madame de Flahaut‚ thanking her for the brochures and commenting on the appointment of a new Secretary for Foreign Affairs in succession to Lord Palmerston. 1 page 7 x 4½ inches‚ embossed monogram‚ fine. Badminton‚ 28 December 1851. Henry Somerset‚ seventh Duke of Beaufort (1792–1853)‚ sportsman and courtier‚ was aide-de-camp to the Duke of Wellington in the Iberian peninsula from 1812 to 1814. Price : £35.00
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STUART‚ Charles Edward‚ imposter. 10353
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Charles Edward Stuart’‚ to Mr. Roland‚ sending the amount “of the Ticket with which you were so obliging as to furnish me”‚ hoping to visit him in his rooms‚ “but unavoidable circumstances have prevented me”. 3 pp. 4½ x 3½ inches‚ minor blemishes‚ light surface creasing. Undated. John Sobieski Stolberg Stuart [real name John Carter Allen] (1795?–1872)‚ and Charles Edward Stuart [real name Charles Manning Allen] (1799?–1880)‚ impostors‚ were brothers who claimed to be the heirs of Charles Edward Stuart‚ the Young Chevalier. John Sobieski Stuart‚ who had assumed the title of Count d'Albanie on the death of his father in 1839‚ died in 1872. His brother then assumed the Albanie title‚ and continued to defend the family claims‚ dying on board the steamer Rainbow at Pauillac‚ near Bordeaux‚ on 25 December 1880. The ‘Stuarts’ had returned in 1868 from the continent to London‚ where they were well-known figures in the British Library reading rooms‚ where a table was reserved for them. Their pens‚ paper-knives‚ paperweights‚ and other paraphernalia were surmounted with miniature gold coronets. Their works included a volume of romantic short stories‚ Tales of the Century‚ or‚ Sketches of the Romance of History between the Years 1746 and 1846 (1847)‚ in which they made their most explicit claim to royal blood.
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Charles Edward Stuart’‚ to Mr. Roland‚ sending the amount “of the Ticket with which you were so obliging as to furnish me”‚ hoping to visit him in his rooms‚ “but unavoidable circumstances have prevented me”. 3 pp. 4½ x 3½ inches‚ minor blemishes‚ light surface creasing. Undated. John Sobieski Stolberg Stuart [real name John Carter Allen] (1795?–1872)‚ and Charles Edward Stuart [real name Charles Manning Allen] (1799?–1880)‚ impostors‚ were brothers who claimed to be the heirs of Charles Edward Stuart‚ the Young Chevalier. John Sobieski Stuart‚ who had assumed the title of Count d'Albanie on the death of his father in 1839‚ died in 1872. His brother then assumed the Albanie title‚ and continued to defend the family claims‚ dying on board the steamer Rainbow at Pauillac‚ near Bordeaux‚ on 25 December 1880. The ‘Stuarts’ had returned in 1868 from the continent to London‚ where they were well-known figures in the British Library reading rooms‚ where a table was reserved for them. Their pens‚ paper-knives‚ paperweights‚ and other paraphernalia were surmounted with miniature gold coronets. Their works included a volume of romantic short stories‚ Tales of the Century‚ or‚ Sketches of the Romance of History between the Years 1746 and 1846 (1847)‚ in which they made their most explicit claim to royal blood. Price : £75.00
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STUART‚ John Sobieski‚ imposter. 8643
Autograph Letter Signed ‘John Sobieski‚ Comte d’Albanie’‚ to E.Walford‚ approving his corrections of “the Composition of the MS on Styria”‚ and awaiting the proofs. 3 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition. 3 Waterloo Place‚ Leamington‚ 29 December‚ no year given. John Sobieski Stolberg Stuart [real name John Carter Allen] (1795?–1872)‚ and Charles Edward Stuart [real name Charles Manning Allen] (1799?–1880)‚ impostors‚ were brothers who claimed to be the heirs of Charles Edward Stuart‚ the Young Chevalier. John Sobieski Stuart‚ who had assumed the title of Count d'Albanie on the death of his father in 1839‚ died in 1872. His brother then assumed the Albanie title‚ and continued to defend the family claims‚ dying on board the steamer Rainbow at Pauillac‚ near Bordeaux‚ on 25 December 1880. The ‘Stuarts’ had returned in 1868 from the continent to London‚ where they were well-known figures in the British Library reading rooms‚ where a table was reserved for them. Their pens‚ paper-knives‚ paperweights‚ and other paraphernalia were surmounted with miniature gold coronets. Their works included a volume of romantic short stories‚ Tales of the Century‚ or‚ Sketches of the Romance of History between the Years 1746 and 1846 (1847)‚ in which they made their most explicit claim to royal blood. “The remittance which you mention may also be sent to me as I have continual opportunities of forwarding to Hungary.”
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘John Sobieski‚ Comte d’Albanie’‚ to E.Walford‚ approving his corrections of “the Composition of the MS on Styria”‚ and awaiting the proofs. 3 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition. 3 Waterloo Place‚ Leamington‚ 29 December‚ no year given. John Sobieski Stolberg Stuart [real name John Carter Allen] (1795?–1872)‚ and Charles Edward Stuart [real name Charles Manning Allen] (1799?–1880)‚ impostors‚ were brothers who claimed to be the heirs of Charles Edward Stuart‚ the Young Chevalier. John Sobieski Stuart‚ who had assumed the title of Count d'Albanie on the death of his father in 1839‚ died in 1872. His brother then assumed the Albanie title‚ and continued to defend the family claims‚ dying on board the steamer Rainbow at Pauillac‚ near Bordeaux‚ on 25 December 1880. The ‘Stuarts’ had returned in 1868 from the continent to London‚ where they were well-known figures in the British Library reading rooms‚ where a table was reserved for them. Their pens‚ paper-knives‚ paperweights‚ and other paraphernalia were surmounted with miniature gold coronets. Their works included a volume of romantic short stories‚ Tales of the Century‚ or‚ Sketches of the Romance of History between the Years 1746 and 1846 (1847)‚ in which they made their most explicit claim to royal blood. “The remittance which you mention may also be sent to me as I have continual opportunities of forwarding to Hungary.” Price : £150.00
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THOMPSON‚ George. 9944
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to John Forster‚ referring to his correspondent’s “steadfast zeal in the cause of the oppressed”‚ and discussing “the India Cause”. 3 pp. 8 x 5 inches‚ remains of guard. Darlington‚ 15 February 1840. George Thompson (1804-1878)‚ anti-slavery advocate‚ undertook a famous mission to the United States‚ joining with William Lloyd Garrison‚ Whittier‚ and the members of the American Anti-Slavery Society. John Bright considered Thompson to be the liberator of the slaves in the English colonies. He took a part in the formation of the British India Association. “The India Cause advances slowly but I trust truly. There are many things to impede its rapid progress but considering its infancy & the fact that it has no other public advocate than myself‚ its growth & strength are encouraging.”
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to John Forster‚ referring to his correspondent’s “steadfast zeal in the cause of the oppressed”‚ and discussing “the India Cause”. 3 pp. 8 x 5 inches‚ remains of guard. Darlington‚ 15 February 1840. George Thompson (1804-1878)‚ anti-slavery advocate‚ undertook a famous mission to the United States‚ joining with William Lloyd Garrison‚ Whittier‚ and the members of the American Anti-Slavery Society. John Bright considered Thompson to be the liberator of the slaves in the English colonies. He took a part in the formation of the British India Association. “The India Cause advances slowly but I trust truly. There are many things to impede its rapid progress but considering its infancy & the fact that it has no other public advocate than myself‚ its growth & strength are encouraging.” Price : £85.00
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TWISS‚ Horace. 1820
Autograph Letter Signed‚ discussing the fate of his recent writings for the stage‚ saying he is about to depart for the Oxford circuit‚ mentioning a review in the Sun which he had undertaken ‘to accommodate my friend Mr.Jerdan’. 4 pp. 7 x 4.5 inches‚ second leaf inlaid to part album page. Fine. London‚ 2 March 1816. Horace Twiss (1787-1849)‚ lawyer‚ wit and politician‚ and the nephew of Mrs.Siddons.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ discussing the fate of his recent writings for the stage‚ saying he is about to depart for the Oxford circuit‚ mentioning a review in the Sun which he had undertaken ‘to accommodate my friend Mr.Jerdan’. 4 pp. 7 x 4.5 inches‚ second leaf inlaid to part album page. Fine. London‚ 2 March 1816. Horace Twiss (1787-1849)‚ lawyer‚ wit and politician‚ and the nephew of Mrs.Siddons. Price : £50.00
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VINCENT‚ Henry. 9943
An interesting Autograph Letter Signed‚ to T.P.Barkas‚ discussing the campaign‚ asserting that “My defeat at York was secured by bribery” and drink‚ and reporting on his work in Paris. 2½ pages 7 x 4½ inches‚ remains of guard‚ upper margin nicked‚ in good condition. Stamford Hill‚ 27 July 1852. Henry Vincent (1813-1878)‚ political agitator‚ was the chief speaker at the great Chartist meeting held in London in 1838. His career as a radical politician brought a series of prison terms. Vincent later became a public lecturer. “My defeat at York was secured by bribery‚ drink‚ and the pressure of those influences which always exist in archiepiscopal cities. We have‚ however‚ done a great work in the firm organization of a powerful‚ respectable‚ and really independent party. It was no joke to poll 887 votes against the terrible odds that conspired against us. I have just returned from Paris‚ where I have spend the past fortnight‚ and where I have presented silver medals to the workmen who attended our last Peace Congress.”
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An interesting Autograph Letter Signed‚ to T.P.Barkas‚ discussing the campaign‚ asserting that “My defeat at York was secured by bribery” and drink‚ and reporting on his work in Paris. 2½ pages 7 x 4½ inches‚ remains of guard‚ upper margin nicked‚ in good condition. Stamford Hill‚ 27 July 1852. Henry Vincent (1813-1878)‚ political agitator‚ was the chief speaker at the great Chartist meeting held in London in 1838. His career as a radical politician brought a series of prison terms. Vincent later became a public lecturer. “My defeat at York was secured by bribery‚ drink‚ and the pressure of those influences which always exist in archiepiscopal cities. We have‚ however‚ done a great work in the firm organization of a powerful‚ respectable‚ and really independent party. It was no joke to poll 887 votes against the terrible odds that conspired against us. I have just returned from Paris‚ where I have spend the past fortnight‚ and where I have presented silver medals to the workmen who attended our last Peace Congress.” Price : £85.00
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WAGHORN‚ Thomas Fletcher. 10800
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mr. Goldsmidth‚ asking whether there is “anything in print that is public‚ which states that there can be no more Concessions in Austria for Railroads till 1850” and asking where the document can be procured. 2 pp. 7½ x 4½ inches‚ adhesive stain along one edge (clear of signature)‚ otherwise in good condition. No 13 Empress of Austria Hotel‚ 16 March 1847. An uncommon autograph. Thomas Fletcher Waghorn (1800–1850)‚ postal pioneer who developed a new route from Great Britain to India. He set up an agency in Cornhill‚ London‚ for conveying post—and passengers—to India via Egypt. Between 1835 and 1837 he lived among Arabs in the desert and laid the foundations for the overland route across the desert from Cairo to Suez. This involved building rest-houses and supplying guides‚ boats‚ horses and carriages for travellers. Later Waghorn turned his attention to speeding the post in Europe‚ through the new railway system‚ the subject of this letter.
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mr. Goldsmidth‚ asking whether there is “anything in print that is public‚ which states that there can be no more Concessions in Austria for Railroads till 1850” and asking where the document can be procured. 2 pp. 7½ x 4½ inches‚ adhesive stain along one edge (clear of signature)‚ otherwise in good condition. No 13 Empress of Austria Hotel‚ 16 March 1847. An uncommon autograph. Thomas Fletcher Waghorn (1800–1850)‚ postal pioneer who developed a new route from Great Britain to India. He set up an agency in Cornhill‚ London‚ for conveying post—and passengers—to India via Egypt. Between 1835 and 1837 he lived among Arabs in the desert and laid the foundations for the overland route across the desert from Cairo to Suez. This involved building rest-houses and supplying guides‚ boats‚ horses and carriages for travellers. Later Waghorn turned his attention to speeding the post in Europe‚ through the new railway system‚ the subject of this letter. Price : £300.00
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WARBURTON‚ Henry. 10863
A good Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mrs. Kate Cobden‚ sending a quotation from Hesiod for exhibition at Mrs. Cobden’s Anti-Corn-Law Bazaar‚ and commenting on its application to modern times. 3 pp. 9 x 7 inches‚ fine. 45 Cadogan Place‚ 19 January 1842. Henry Warburton (1784-1858)‚ philosophical radical politician‚ active in the Anti-Cornlaw League‚ second to Rowland Hill alone in his support of penny postage in the House of Commons select committee. “Strange that there should be an artisan or labourer to be found among the reflecting masses of this island‚ who does not see at a glance that‚ in a nation as in a farm‚ the way and the only way to keep up a stock of healthy living beings‚ is to provide for their plentiful subsistence. Plenty comes with free trade‚ and health with plenty.”
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A good Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mrs. Kate Cobden‚ sending a quotation from Hesiod for exhibition at Mrs. Cobden’s Anti-Corn-Law Bazaar‚ and commenting on its application to modern times. 3 pp. 9 x 7 inches‚ fine. 45 Cadogan Place‚ 19 January 1842. Henry Warburton (1784-1858)‚ philosophical radical politician‚ active in the Anti-Cornlaw League‚ second to Rowland Hill alone in his support of penny postage in the House of Commons select committee. “Strange that there should be an artisan or labourer to be found among the reflecting masses of this island‚ who does not see at a glance that‚ in a nation as in a farm‚ the way and the only way to keep up a stock of healthy living beings‚ is to provide for their plentiful subsistence. Plenty comes with free trade‚ and health with plenty.” Price : £75.00
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WARWICK‚ Frances Evelyn‚ Countess of. 10656
Typed Letter Signed ‘Frances Evelyn Warwick’‚ to Mr. Berlyn‚ explaining that “I am so very busy just now with work for Socialism that I fear I could not supply the notes you wish. Anyhow‚ not for the next six months; and I also write for the American press which pays very highly.” 1 page 9 x 7 inches‚ folds. Easton Lodge‚ Dunmow‚ 6 June 1912. Frances Evelyn "Daisy" Greville‚ Countess of Warwick (1861–1938) was a society beauty‚ and mistress to King Edward VII.
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Typed Letter Signed ‘Frances Evelyn Warwick’‚ to Mr. Berlyn‚ explaining that “I am so very busy just now with work for Socialism that I fear I could not supply the notes you wish. Anyhow‚ not for the next six months; and I also write for the American press which pays very highly.” 1 page 9 x 7 inches‚ folds. Easton Lodge‚ Dunmow‚ 6 June 1912. Frances Evelyn "Daisy" Greville‚ Countess of Warwick (1861–1938) was a society beauty‚ and mistress to King Edward VII. Price : £75.00
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WEBB‚ Sidney. 8334
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mr.Hawker‚ mentioning the “International Control of Communications”‚ inviting him to write a memorandum of a thousand words‚ “giving a very elementary survey of the problem”‚ to be sent to Switzerland for the International Socialist Conference meeting in Berne. 3 pp. 5 x 8 inches‚ with Webb’s signature on the fourth page‚ centre fold repaired. 41 Grosvenor Road‚ 29 January 1919. Sidney Webb (1859-1947)‚ social reformer‚ Labour M.P.
Price : £100.00
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mr.Hawker‚ mentioning the “International Control of Communications”‚ inviting him to write a memorandum of a thousand words‚ “giving a very elementary survey of the problem”‚ to be sent to Switzerland for the International Socialist Conference meeting in Berne. 3 pp. 5 x 8 inches‚ with Webb’s signature on the fourth page‚ centre fold repaired. 41 Grosvenor Road‚ 29 January 1919. Sidney Webb (1859-1947)‚ social reformer‚ Labour M.P. Price : £100.00
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WEBB‚ Sidney. 8656
Autograph Letter Signed ‘Sidney Webb’‚ to ‘Dear Costelloe’‚ regretting that “two other engagements to speak” will prevent his visit. 1 page 7 x 4½ inches. Lightly toned overall‚ integral blank leaf (remains of guard). 4 Park Village East‚ 29 June 1892. Sidney Webb (1859-1947)‚ social reformer‚ Labour M.P.
Price : £35.00
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Autograph Letter Signed ‘Sidney Webb’‚ to ‘Dear Costelloe’‚ regretting that “two other engagements to speak” will prevent his visit. 1 page 7 x 4½ inches. Lightly toned overall‚ integral blank leaf (remains of guard). 4 Park Village East‚ 29 June 1892. Sidney Webb (1859-1947)‚ social reformer‚ Labour M.P. Price : £35.00
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WELLESLEY‚ Richard Colley‚ Marquis. 2676
Autograph Letter in the third person‚ presenting his respects to Lady Harriet Hoste‚ wishing to accede to her ladyship’s wishes‚ but regretting that the regulations prevent this. 1 page 9 x 7 inches‚ in good condition‚ one minor repair. Marble Hill‚ 26 February 1831. Richard Colley‚ Marquis Wellesley (1760-1842)‚ Governor-General of India and brother of the 1st Duke of Wellington. ‘...the permission which she desires‚ is so unprecedented‚ & would interfere so much with the regulations for the management of The King’s Gardens‚ that he cannot assume the power of granting it‚ without the positive command of His Majesty.’
Price : £45.00
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Autograph Letter in the third person‚ presenting his respects to Lady Harriet Hoste‚ wishing to accede to her ladyship’s wishes‚ but regretting that the regulations prevent this. 1 page 9 x 7 inches‚ in good condition‚ one minor repair. Marble Hill‚ 26 February 1831. Richard Colley‚ Marquis Wellesley (1760-1842)‚ Governor-General of India and brother of the 1st Duke of Wellington. ‘...the permission which she desires‚ is so unprecedented‚ & would interfere so much with the regulations for the management of The King’s Gardens‚ that he cannot assume the power of granting it‚ without the positive command of His Majesty.’ Price : £45.00
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WELSH‚ Elizabeth. 10145
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Miss Monro‚ about the arrangements for her visit to Girton. 4 pp. 6 x 4 inches‚ in good condition‚ traces of hinges. Girton College‚ Cambridge‚ 30 May‚ no year given. Elizabeth Welsh (1843-1921)‚ Mistress of Girton College Cambridge.
Price : £30.00
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Miss Monro‚ about the arrangements for her visit to Girton. 4 pp. 6 x 4 inches‚ in good condition‚ traces of hinges. Girton College‚ Cambridge‚ 30 May‚ no year given. Elizabeth Welsh (1843-1921)‚ Mistress of Girton College Cambridge. Price : £30.00
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WHITESIDE‚ James. 10913
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mrs. McCulinnes[?]‚ about family and travel arrangements until “I return to my wife & my duties in dear dirty Dublin”. 3 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ folds‚ fine. Alexandra Hotel‚ 2 April [watermark 1866]. James Whiteside (1804-1876)‚ Irish politician and judge‚ Lord Chief Justice of Ireland. He defended Daniel O'Connell in the state trial of 1843‚ and William Smith O'Brien in 1848; and his greatest triumph was in the Yelverton case in 1861. He was elected member for Enniskillen in 1851‚ and in 1859 became member for Dublin University. In Parliament‚ he was no less successful as a speaker than at the bar‚ and in 1852 was appointed Solicitor-General for Ireland in the first administration of the earl of Derby‚ becoming attorney general in 1858‚ and again in 1866.
Price : £65.00
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mrs. McCulinnes[?]‚ about family and travel arrangements until “I return to my wife & my duties in dear dirty Dublin”. 3 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ folds‚ fine. Alexandra Hotel‚ 2 April [watermark 1866]. James Whiteside (1804-1876)‚ Irish politician and judge‚ Lord Chief Justice of Ireland. He defended Daniel O'Connell in the state trial of 1843‚ and William Smith O'Brien in 1848; and his greatest triumph was in the Yelverton case in 1861. He was elected member for Enniskillen in 1851‚ and in 1859 became member for Dublin University. In Parliament‚ he was no less successful as a speaker than at the bar‚ and in 1852 was appointed Solicitor-General for Ireland in the first administration of the earl of Derby‚ becoming attorney general in 1858‚ and again in 1866. Price : £65.00
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WILLIAM IV Proclamation. 3801
By the King. A Proclamation For the Encouragement of Piety and Virtue‚ and for the preventing and punishing of Vice‚ Profaneness‚ and Immorality. Broadside. An original printed proclamation‚ approximately 17 x 22 inches‚ repaired along central fold where separated‚ a few other minor defects‚ but of good clean appearance. London: Printed by George Eyre and Andrew Strahan‚ 28 June 1830. A striking display piece. On the blank verso is the address to which the Proclamation was originally dispatched: ‘The Officiating Minister‚ Braybrooke’ [Northamptonshire]. The Proclamation declares “Our Royal Purpose and Resolution to discountenance and punish all Manner of Vice‚ Profaneness‚ and Immorality‚ in all Persons of whatsoever Degree or Quality within this Our Realm‚ and in particular in such as are employed near Our Royal Person...” No stone is left unturned. “...and also to suppress and prevent all Gaming whatsoever‚ in Public or Private Houses‚ on the Lord’s Day; and likewise that they take effectual Care to prevent all Persons keeping Taverns‚ Chocolate Houses‚ Coffee Houses‚ or other Public Houses whatsoever‚ from selling Wine‚ Chocolate‚ Coffee‚ Ale‚ Beer‚ or other Liquors‚ or receiving or permitting Guests to be or remain in such their Houses‚ in the Time of Divine Service on the Lord’s Day...” Every Minister is here commanded to read this Proclamation in public at least four times a year.
Price : £175.00
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By the King. A Proclamation For the Encouragement of Piety and Virtue‚ and for the preventing and punishing of Vice‚ Profaneness‚ and Immorality. Broadside. An original printed proclamation‚ approximately 17 x 22 inches‚ repaired along central fold where separated‚ a few other minor defects‚ but of good clean appearance. London: Printed by George Eyre and Andrew Strahan‚ 28 June 1830. A striking display piece. On the blank verso is the address to which the Proclamation was originally dispatched: ‘The Officiating Minister‚ Braybrooke’ [Northamptonshire]. The Proclamation declares “Our Royal Purpose and Resolution to discountenance and punish all Manner of Vice‚ Profaneness‚ and Immorality‚ in all Persons of whatsoever Degree or Quality within this Our Realm‚ and in particular in such as are employed near Our Royal Person...” No stone is left unturned. “...and also to suppress and prevent all Gaming whatsoever‚ in Public or Private Houses‚ on the Lord’s Day; and likewise that they take effectual Care to prevent all Persons keeping Taverns‚ Chocolate Houses‚ Coffee Houses‚ or other Public Houses whatsoever‚ from selling Wine‚ Chocolate‚ Coffee‚ Ale‚ Beer‚ or other Liquors‚ or receiving or permitting Guests to be or remain in such their Houses‚ in the Time of Divine Service on the Lord’s Day...” Every Minister is here commanded to read this Proclamation in public at least four times a year. Price : £175.00
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WILLIAMS-WYNN‚ Charles Watkin. 9896
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to the Clerk of the Peace at Ruthin‚ asking for “an average account of the Prisoners confined in the county gaol for some years past‚ divided into classes”‚ required by Mr. Peel‚ and suggesting that the smaller counties might be exempt from “the operation of the bill”. 1 page 9 x 7 inches‚ integral address leaf‚ black wax seal. Tipped on to an album page with a small engraving of Wynnstay‚ Denbighshire. Wynnstay‚ 3 March 1824. Charles Watkin Williams-Wynn (1775-1850)‚ politician.
Price : £45.00
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to the Clerk of the Peace at Ruthin‚ asking for “an average account of the Prisoners confined in the county gaol for some years past‚ divided into classes”‚ required by Mr. Peel‚ and suggesting that the smaller counties might be exempt from “the operation of the bill”. 1 page 9 x 7 inches‚ integral address leaf‚ black wax seal. Tipped on to an album page with a small engraving of Wynnstay‚ Denbighshire. Wynnstay‚ 3 March 1824. Charles Watkin Williams-Wynn (1775-1850)‚ politician. Price : £45.00
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WILSON‚ Sir Charles Rivers. 7606
Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mrs.Romaine‚ confiding to her his feelings on making “my final bow to Egypt”. 4 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition. 56 Chester Square‚ 4 April 1880. Sir Charles Rivers Wilson (1831-1916)‚ civil servant and financier. Finance Minister in Nubar Pasha’s ministry under Khedive Ismail (1878)‚ dismissed 1879‚ but recalled in April 1880 to be president of the International commission of liquidation. Wilson was President of the Grand Trunk Railway Company of Canada‚ 1895-19-0.”I am therefore afforded a sort of moral satisfaction & disappointment ...many drawbacks‚ climate‚ intrigues‚ a certainty of displeasing many people‚ imputations and defamations of all sorts.”
Price : £65.00
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Autograph Letter Signed‚ to Mrs.Romaine‚ confiding to her his feelings on making “my final bow to Egypt”. 4 pp. 7 x 4½ inches‚ in good condition. 56 Chester Square‚ 4 April 1880. Sir Charles Rivers Wilson (1831-1916)‚ civil servant and financier. Finance Minister in Nubar Pasha’s ministry under Khedive Ismail (1878)‚ dismissed 1879‚ but recalled in April 1880 to be president of the International commission of liquidation. Wilson was President of the Grand Trunk Railway Company of Canada‚ 1895-19-0.”I am therefore afforded a sort of moral satisfaction & disappointment ...many drawbacks‚ climate‚ intrigues‚ a certainty of displeasing many people‚ imputations and defamations of all sorts.” Price : £65.00
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