BICKERSTETH (Robert, 1816-1884, from 1857 Bishop of Ripon)

Autograph Letter Signed 'R. Ripon' to 'My dear Sir', accepting "your kind invitation for the 24th inst", but "unfortunately I have two Confirmations ... and I cannot leave Leeds before 5.20 but I hope to reach Manchester at 7 & I will come at once to your house", 1 side 8vo, The Palace, Ripon, 15th March

James Fraser, the reforming bishop of Manchester, was due to be consecrated on the 25th March.

Item Date:  1870

Stock No:  56305      £45

             Add to Wish List     Order/Enquire