Lamb, Charles (1775-1834) Autograph note signed. "Mrs. Leishman's" [Chase Enfield, London.] Addressed to Thomas Allsop, July 16, 1825
Scope and Content
This collection consists of letters and supporting documentation, books on the art of letter writing, a small miscellaneous grouping of catalogs and photographs, and issues of The Wolf Magazine of Letters from June-July 1979 to Summer Quarterly 1991. The earliest letter, from the Marquise de Sevigne, dates from 1695; while the most recent was signed by entertainer Mike Douglas in 1980. Most of the letters date from the 19th century. The collection, which now numbers 85 letters, will continue to grow; in conjunction with his gift, Mr. Lang established a gift annuity to be used for the maintenance and augmentation of the collection.
Dates
- Creation: July 16, 1825
Creator
- Lamb, Charles (Author, Person)
Language of Materials
The records are in English
Restrictions on Access
There are no restrictions on access to this collection.
Extent
From the Collection: 1.26 linear feet
Condition
Good. Moderate soiling, letter inlaid. Note on back signed by Allsop: "This is characteristic."
1 page, 6"x 4" (12mo)
Transcript
circa 1824
Dear Alsop,
It is too hot to write. Here we are, having turned you out of your beds, but willing to resign in your favor, or make any shifts with you. Our best Loves to Mrs. Allsop. From Mrs. Leishman’s this warm Saturday.
Yours Truly
C Lamb
This damn’d afternoon Sun! -
Thanks for your note, which came in more than good time. -
[note on opposite side]
This is characteristic.
T.A.
T. Allsop Esq.
Repository Details
Part of the Kelvin Smith Library Special Collections Repository
Kelvin Smith Library
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland OH 44106-7151 United States
216.368.0189
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