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.
Fanny Kemble writes Reverend William Henry Furness asking him to relay questions to Mr. Butler regarding her allowance. The pages are torn. Page 4 is a self-cover.
Pinero, Arthur Wing, Sir, 1855-1934; Irving, Laurence, 1871-1914; Letters
Writing from London, Irving expresses gratitude for Pinero's praise. [This letter is a possible response to original letter in Pinero box 15, folder 43.]
Barry writes to Sowdon in Dublin to inform him that he cannot accept his offer to leave London for the Ireland theatre, as Sowdon cannot equal his current income. He writes to clear up any misunderstanding on his or Mr. Victor's part about the...
Joanna Baillie, author and playwright, writes Henry Siddons, son of Sarah Siddons, in response to Siddons answer to her 1815 February 6 letter, sending "Glees" she believes appropriate for her play, "The Beacon." Page 4 is a self-cover with a...
Sir James Clark writes Cecilia Siddons Combe sending his condolences upon hearing about the death of her husband, George Combe. The letter contains notations by more than one hand.
Fanny Kemble writes Reverend William Henry Furness asking him to direct his attention to the "game which is being played" against her and the manner in which her children are "being strained from the poor hold" she has upon them. She discusses the...
Fanny Kemble writes William Henry Furness saying that she has not accepted the new terms Mr. Butler has proposed as it will affect her residence under the same roof as her children. The letter contains an embossing.
Garrick, David, 1717-1779; Indians of North America; Poetry; Townshend, Charles, 1725-1767; Watermarks
David Garrick writes a poem in praise of the Right Honorable Charles Townshend for his quick wit and leadership ability amongst the inhabitants of North America. Garrick writes the poem to Townshend "reminding him of his promise to serve Capt....
Actresses; Dinners and dining; Garrick, David, 1717-1779; Garrick, Eva Maria, 1724-1822; Letters; Moving, Household; Pope, Elizabeth, ca. 1740-1797; Sealing-wax; Seals (Closures); Signatures (Writing); Watermarks;
Garrick writes a letter of appeal to actress Elizabeth Young because of her refusal to see him for dinner. Garrick expresses his hurt and plan to see her perform. He also refers to his wife's wishes on the matter. In a postscript, Garrick indicates...
