Box 1
Contains 80 Results:
Parkes, Harry Smith, Sir (1828-1885). English diplomat. ALS, 14pp, 7"x5", Hong Kong, Addressed to Mr. Mayers. Fine. Marked fading of ink, soiling and browning along vertical folds on back of last sheet. Counseling Mayers over his disappointment at not receiving an appointment in the service., November 4, 1861
This collection consists of letters, one Common Place Book, and miscellaneous documentation related to nine of the authors. The earliest document, Joseph Clarke's Common Place Book, dates from ca.1750 while the most recent letter was written by Henry Algernon George, Lord Percy in 1909. Most of the letters date from the 18th and 19th centuries.
Parr, Samuel(?) (1747-1825)?. English teacher and scholar of Latin(?). ANS, 1p, 4"x4", n.p., Addressed to Rev. Dr. Clark. Fine. Glue and paper in each corner on back of sheet, wear and missing paper in upper corner on back, minor soiling. Response to invitation to tea and dinner., No date
This collection consists of letters, one Common Place Book, and miscellaneous documentation related to nine of the authors. The earliest document, Joseph Clarke's Common Place Book, dates from ca.1750 while the most recent letter was written by Henry Algernon George, Lord Percy in 1909. Most of the letters date from the 18th and 19th centuries.
Patteson, John Coleridge, Bishop of Melanesia (1827-1871). English missionary. ALS, 1.5 pp, 5"x3", n.p., Addressed to Dr. Wharton. Fair. Marked soiling on back, moderate wear throughout, weak folds with multiple small holes, moderate fading of ink. Making arrangements for meeting, undated
This collection consists of letters, one Common Place Book, and miscellaneous documentation related to nine of the authors. The earliest document, Joseph Clarke's Common Place Book, dates from ca.1750 while the most recent letter was written by Henry Algernon George, Lord Percy in 1909. Most of the letters date from the 18th and 19th centuries.
Patteson, F.(?) ANS, 1p, 3"x5", Chichester, England, Addressed to Miss (?) Jones. Fine. Slight staining and ink spotting. Sending ticket to Lambeth garden party., June 19, 1881
This collection consists of letters, one Common Place Book, and miscellaneous documentation related to nine of the authors. The earliest document, Joseph Clarke's Common Place Book, dates from ca.1750 while the most recent letter was written by Henry Algernon George, Lord Percy in 1909. Most of the letters date from the 18th and 19th centuries.
Percy, Henry Algernon George, Lord (1871-1909). ALS, 1p, 7"x4", n.p., Addressee illegible. Very fine. Slight fading of ink. Acknowledging receipt of letter and compliance with request contained in it., March 25, 1909
This collection consists of letters, one Common Place Book, and miscellaneous documentation related to nine of the authors. The earliest document, Joseph Clarke's Common Place Book, dates from ca.1750 while the most recent letter was written by Henry Algernon George, Lord Percy in 1909. Most of the letters date from the 18th and 19th centuries.
Phillipps, Thomas, Sir (1792-1872). English antiquary and bibliophile. ALS with embossed seal in upper left with the name "BATH" and a crown above, 2pp, 9"x7", Middle Hill, England, No addressee (pencil notation: "To Edward Magrath"). Good. Marked soiling on front, moderate browning and fading of ink. Regarding late payment of dues to literature Society., April 23, 1825
This collection consists of letters, one Common Place Book, and miscellaneous documentation related to nine of the authors. The earliest document, Joseph Clarke's Common Place Book, dates from ca.1750 while the most recent letter was written by Henry Algernon George, Lord Percy in 1909. Most of the letters date from the 18th and 19th centuries.
Pybus, Charles Small (1766-1810). English statesman (MP and Lord Commissioner of the Treasury). ALS, 2pp, 10"x8", Admiralty Office, London, England, Addressed to the Rt. Hon. Sir George Yonge Bart K.B. Fine. Slight browning and fading of ink; tipped in to larger sheet. Forwarding and recommending petition from a constituent, Capt. Lindsey. Accompanied by engraved portrait., December 4, 1792
This collection consists of letters, one Common Place Book, and miscellaneous documentation related to nine of the authors. The earliest document, Joseph Clarke's Common Place Book, dates from ca.1750 while the most recent letter was written by Henry Algernon George, Lord Percy in 1909. Most of the letters date from the 18th and 19th centuries.
Rogers, Samuel (1763-1855). English poet. ALS with embossed seal, letter "R", 2.75 pp, 7"x4", St. James Place (London, England), Unknown addressee. Good. Extensive browning and soiling on back, wear on right side; moderate fading of ink. Weak center fold, small separation at bottom. Letter to unknown friend [and siblings?] who were nursing their ill father, October 12, 1849
This collection consists of letters, one Common Place Book, and miscellaneous documentation related to nine of the authors. The earliest document, Joseph Clarke's Common Place Book, dates from ca.1750 while the most recent letter was written by Henry Algernon George, Lord Percy in 1909. Most of the letters date from the 18th and 19th centuries.
Ruskin, John (1819-1900). English writer and critic. ALS with cover, 1.75 pp, 7"x4", Camberwell, England, Addressed to the Editor of the Literary Gazette. Very fine. Prominent center vertical fold, slight browning. Request that he be allowed to submit an article for publication, November 8, 1858
This collection consists of letters, one Common Place Book, and miscellaneous documentation related to nine of the authors. The earliest document, Joseph Clarke's Common Place Book, dates from ca.1750 while the most recent letter was written by Henry Algernon George, Lord Percy in 1909. Most of the letters date from the 18th and 19th centuries.
Ruskin, John (1819-1900). English writer and critic. ALS, 1½pp, 7"x4", Uxbridge, England, Addressed to the Honorable Archbishop Michel. Fine. Marked soiling on back, prominent folds. Response to request for his opinion of Mr. Burney, an artist., November 26, 1873
This collection consists of letters, one Common Place Book, and miscellaneous documentation related to nine of the authors. The earliest document, Joseph Clarke's Common Place Book, dates from ca.1750 while the most recent letter was written by Henry Algernon George, Lord Percy in 1909. Most of the letters date from the 18th and 19th centuries.