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(Arthur Wellesley, 1829-1912, Speaker 1884-1895, from 1895 1st Viscount)
Autograph Letter Signed to Samuel Montagu, M.P.
with interesting details about the parliamentary "maces now in the Colony of Jamaica", made in the 18th century, "You will remember that the mace to which the 'bauble' tradition attached went down in the earthquake of 1692 (not 72 as in some error is stated in the letter) and that the two maces now in question had never ... any interest of that kind ... your knowledge and experience may enable you even from the imperfect photos to fix the date of their manufacture" and giving details of the date stamps and marks and maker's initials of each, asking him to return the photos [not present] "as they are the only two which I possess", 4 sides 8vo., The Lodge, Sandy, Bedfordshire, 17th October
Item Date:
1890
Stock No:
13077
£75
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(Arthur Wellesley, 1st Viscount, 1829-1912, Speaker of the House of Commons)
Autograph Letter Signed to Wilson,
telling him that he had a terrible journey to Paris and is now in London, on his own, he describes his day in Paris, and his brother's stay there, he talks about a friend's wedding and then says he has "had a letter from Sebastopol. The seamen were dismounting the ships fans & dragging them to their position side by side with the regular seige train. I hope the 'damned spot'... has vanished ..." 4 sides 8vo, United University Club, Tuesday 24th, no date, c.
Item Date:
1855
Stock No:
2550
£35
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(Sir Robert, 1788-1850, Prime Minister 1834-1835 and 1841-1846, from 1830 2nd Baronet)
Autograph Note Signed to an unnamed correspondent,
saying he has "just received the inclosed [not present] from the Prince", Prince ALBERT, (1819-1861, Consort of Queen Victoria), "The Commission may be sent to the Prince for the Queen's signature at an early hour to morrow Morning", 1 side 8vo, no place, no date, circa
Item Date:
1845
Stock No:
56621
£225
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(Sir Robert, 1788-1850, Prime Minister)
Fine Autograph Letter Signed, marked ‘Private’ to Davies GILBERT
(1767-1830 Engineer, Author and Politician, Member and President of the Royal Society) acknowledging his letter and assuring him “that I have the utmost personal satisfaction in undertaking any labours or inquiries which have for their object the promotion of science in this Country. I not only feel it a public duty - but I take a deep interest in these matters apart from all considerations of official station. Never scruple therefore to address yourself to me on any points on which a Representation to the Executive Government is requisite. I will not lose sight of the points particularly referred in your letter. In fact I have again written to Mr Goulburn upon them...”, 2 sides 8vo., Whitehall, 8th August year illegible but circa
Item Date:
1830
Stock No:
41904
£275
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(Sir Robert, 1788-1850, Prime Minister)
Fine Autograph Letter Signed to an unnamed correspondent
saying that he does not "wish to purchase the Dorhill House and property attached ... with regard to the Meadows on the opposite side of the Lane, which would induce me to recommend a departure from the usual Course of conducting business in matters of this nature. I offer a sum for the Meadows which entitles me to expect a written agreement as to the conditions of purchase and a valid Title - and my impressions are the same which I think you entertain - that the usual professional course should be adhered to ...", 4 sides 8vo., Whitehall, 9th March
Item Date:
1848
Stock No:
41673
£275
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