Benjamin C. Griffinhoofe writes Mrs. Henry Siddons, daughter-in-law of Sarah Siddons, sending condolences upon hearing of Harriet Siddons' husband, Henry's death. Page 4 is a self-cover with a seal and the page 4 scan was rotated 90 degrees...
Harriet Siddons, daughter-in-law of Sarah Siddons, writes her children saying that her son, Henry, will be in charge in the event of her death. The pages are torn.
Charles Kemble writes Mr. Joseph Lunn refusing his request to produce his play. The letter contains notations by a second hand. The pages are torn. Page 4 is a self-cover. The page 4 scan was rotated 90 degrees clockwise.
Charles Kemble writes Mr. Colman asking him to forward the license for "The French Libertine." The letter contains notations by a second hand. The pages are torn and stained. The page 4 scan was rotated 90 degrees counterclockwise. Mr. Colman...
Charles Kemble writes Mr. Gordon saying he is sending the ages of his children and refers to an interview at Leamington. Page 4 is a self-cover with a seal. The page 4 scan was rotated 90 degrees clockwise. The pages are torn. The letter...
Kemble, Charles, 1775-1854; Osbaldiston, D. W. (David Webster), 1794-1850; Acting; Benefit performances; Letters
Charles Kemble writes D. Osbaldiston saying he will take great pleasure in acting for a benefit. Page 4 is a self-cover. The page 4 scan was rotated 90 degrees clockwise. The pages are torn. The letter contains an embossing.
Charles Kemble writes Horace Twiss (Nol) saying that Mrs. C. Kemble hopes to see him on her return and recommends that Twiss call and inquire after Kemble's mother. The letter contains notations by a second hand. Page 3 contains remnants of a...
Fanny Kemble writes Reverend William Furness asking him to give a copy of the enclosed note to Mr. Butler. Mr. Gerhard and Mr. Meredith advise this course. Page 2 is a self-cover. The page 2 scan was rotated 90 degrees counterclockwise.
J. P. Kemble writes Woodfall about the disapproving behavior of George Colman, the Younger, at Kemble's farce production. Kemble recounts his own favors to Colman and Colman's father, and his disappointment at Colman's unnecessary actions. The...
Kemble, John Philip, 1757-1823; Peake, Richard; Payment; Performances; Letters
J. P. Kemble writes Mr. Peake saying that his request for sixty pounds owed him has not been honored and that he will not "set foot" in the theatre on Thursday if 100 pounds is not sent. The letter was probably written between 1783 and 1802 while...
Kemble, John Philip, 1757-1823; Apologizing; Mobs; Letters
J. P. Kemble writes an unnamed gentleman thanking him for his call. Kemble apologizes for his servant's blunt behavior due to fear of "the mob." The "mob" referred to in the letter may be part of the O. P. riots. The letter is torn and stained.
J. P. Kemble writes Lawrence saying that the Prince of Wales was pleased with the drawing by Lawrence. It is also mentioned that the engraver will be written. Lawrence may refer to Sir Thomas Lawrence. The letter contains notations by more than...
J. P. Kemble writes his sister, Sarah Siddons, and his niece, Cecilia sending his love. He wishes a safe journey to Sarah. The letter is postmarked 1821 October 16. The letter contains remnants of a seal. Page 2 is a self-cover. The page 2...
Kean, Charles John, 1811?-1868; Maddox, J. M. (John Medex), 1789-1861; Princess's Theatre (London, England); Contracts; Letters; Watermarks
Charles Kean writes John M. Maddox saying that he agrees to make the alteration to the front gallery of the Princess's Theatre. The letter contains a watermark. A typewritten description of the letter stating that Maddox was the first lessee of...
Thomas L. Ternan writes to J. Reeve on the topic of the recent publication of "Monody on the death of Edmund Kean." He asks Reeves to "dispose of them, amongst those members of 'The Adelphi' who 'mourn the dimming of our shining star.'" Thomas L....
Catherine Clive writes to a Mrs. Racket about the "strange treatment" she received from Mrs. Eva Maria Garrick after the death of her husband David Garrick. Clive asks Mrs. Racket to inquire as to why Mrs. Garrick has not called upon her for the...
