Lawrence, William J. (William John), 1862-1940; Letters; Archer, William, 1856-1924; National Gallery of Ireland; Lane, Hugh Percy, Sir, 1875-1915; Lusitania (Steamship); Gregory, Lady, 1852-1932
Writing from London, Lawrence asks Archer to return the manuscript of "Private Theatre" and discusses the death of Sir Hugh Lane, the nephew of Lady Gregory and director of the National Gallery of Ireland, who had been aboard the Lusitania [which...
Lawrence, William J. (William John), 1862-1940; Letters
In a typed letter from London, Lawrence thanks Starkey for his gift and expresses his envy of Starkey's library. He mentions both his and Starkey's poor health and his waning "zest" to write the article Starkey requests.
Lawrence, William J. (William John), 1862-1940; Letters
Writing from London, Lawrence commiserates with Starkey about their declining health; he suggests sending one of his own books in exchange for Starkey's copy of the Walter Whiter book he desires to read.
Lawrence, William J. (William John), 1862-1940; Letters
Lawrence asks Starker to send him the proof of the magazine article previously sent and laments his fading eyesight. He also mentions a visit by Professor William Clark.
Lawrence, William J. (William John), 1862-1940; Letters
Writing from Dublin, Lawrence congratulates Starkey on his "recent honor" and looks forward to his visit the next day. He also inquires about La Tourette Stockwell's new book about the Dublin theatres.
Poel, William, 1852-1934; Green-Armytage, R. N. (Robert N.), d. 1966; Letters; Envelopes (Stationery); Stratford-on-Avon (England : District); Theaters England
Poel writes of his dream to build an Elizabethan playhouse in Stratford-on-Avon. He also mentions his upcoming lecture on the disappearing art of the actor. The envelope is addressed to Green-Armytage in Bath.
Lawrence, William J. (William John), 1862-1940; Letters; Archer, William, 1856-1924
Writing from Dublin, Lawrence discusses the controversy currently surrounding the definition of "the nocturnal," a specialized type of comedic play popular from 1597 to 1601. He lists his objections to Ernest Law's article describing traditional...