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William Allingham papers, 1846-1920

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  • Letter from Sir Frederick Arthur Stanley to William Allingham, April 26, 1884
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1884One letter from Sir Frederick Arthur Stanley the Earl of Derby to William Allingham in response to the complaint filed, and promises to inquire about the proceedings of the current conflict. He tells Allingham that he does not mean to injure the picturesque character of the district.
  • Letter from Sir Henry Irving to Helen Allingham, February 14, 1893
    Multi-Page Item | 8 pages | 1893One letter from English stage actor Sir Henry Irving to Helen Allingham thanking Helen for her letter. Irving thanks Helen for her recommendation, and offers to write an introduction. In a post-script, Irving invites Helen to come call on him. The letter's paper contains a watermark, "Original Turkey Mill, Kent," a watermark for the company Hollingsworth & Co.
  • Letter from Sir Henry Irving to Helen Allingham, March 23, 1892
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1892One letter from English stage actor Sir Henry Irving to Helen Allingham sending a ticket for the play 'Henry VIII," which Irving sends with much pleasure. Irving writes that he is pleased to make Helen welcome.
  • Letter from Sir Henry Irving to Helen Allingham, October 6, 1892
    Multi-Page Item | 7 pages | 1892One letter from English stage actor Sir Henry Irving to Helen Allingham thanking Helen for her kind gift. Irving writes that it is something he will always cherish and refers to the gift as a lovely picture. The letter's paper contains a watermark for Partridge & Cooper.
  • Letter from Sir Henry Taylor to William Allingham, July 16-18, 1851
    Multi-Page Item | 8 pages | 1851One letter and accompanying envelope from English dramatist and poet Sir Henry Taylor regarding Allingham calling on him. Taylor inquires about Allingham coming to either an early dinner at half past 1 on Sunday, or between dinner and tea around half past 6 on day other than Saturday. The accompanying envelope is addressed to Allingham in London, and is post-marked July 18, ...
  • Letter from Sir Henry Taylor to William Allingham, March 29, 1854
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1854One letter from English dramatist and poet Sir Henry Taylor to William Allingham thanking Allingham for the poems. Taylor shares that he believes poets are not a good judge of what poetry is. He informs Allingham that he has left his house and is on a visit to London. Taylor hopes he may see Allingham there.
  • Letter from Sir Henry Taylor to William Allingham, May 30, 1857
    Multi-Page Item | 12 pages | 1857One letter from English dramatist and poet Sir Henry Taylor to William Allingham thanking Allingham for the "Errors of Ecstacie," by George Darley. Taylor writes that he shares Allingham's views on Darley's poetry. Taylor also mentions that Darley's blank verse poetry which is scarely seen outside of the poets in the Elizabethan period, and mentions the seveteenth-century, E...
  • Letter from Sir Herbert Beerbohm Tree to unknown, December 17, 18uu-19uu
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pagesOne letter from English actor and theater manager Sir Herbert Beerbohm Tree to an unknown individual, regarding a meeting held at 3 Bedford Street, Strand. Mr. George Alexander was in charge of the meeting. Tree mentions that about 150 members of the theatrical profession attended the meeting. He also writes that a general meeting will be announced soon.
  • Letter from Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema to Helen Allingham, April 23, 1877
    Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1877One letter from Dutch painter, Lawrence Alma-Tadema to Helen Allingham writing on behalf of Lady Augusta Cadogan who knows a lady of considerable talent that would like to take painting lessons with Helen. Alma-Tadema asks that Helen write back with her response to Lady Cadogan. In a post-script, Alma-Tadema offers his regards to Helen and her husband, as well as the little ...
  • Letter from Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema to Helen Allingham, February 5, 1910
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1910One letter from Dutch painter, Lawrence Alma-Tadema to Helen Allingham regarding a question about copyright. Alma-Tadema writes that if Helen only gave the publisher license to publish her work in his book, Helen would be able to sue regarding the sale of prints from the book as separate publications. However, if Helen sold the publisher her copyright then there is cause for...
  • Letter from Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema to Helen Allingham, March 23, 1875
    Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1875One letter from Dutch painter, Lawrence Alma-Tadema to Helen Allingham offering congratulations upon hearing of Helen's election as Associate of the Society of Painters in Watercolors.
  • Letter from Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema to Marcus Bourne Huish, September 15, 1903
    Multi-Page Item | 7 pages | 1903One letter from Dutch painter Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema to English barrister and art dealer Marcus Bourne Huish. Alma-Tadema writes to request an edition of Helen Allingham's book Happy England. He mentions that he has always been a fan of Helen's and would like to own the reproductions of her work accompanied by the descriptions written by Huish. In a postscript, Alma-Tadema...
  • Letter from Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema to William Allingham, August 10, 1874
    Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1874One letter from Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema to William Allingham wishing his congratulations to Allingham and Miss Helen Paterson (Helen Allingham), based on the year 1874 it can be assumed these congratulations are for their wedding.
  • Letter from Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema to William Allingham, August 25, 1874
    Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1874One letter from Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema to William Allingham thanking him for the card he sent for Madam Bodichan's Exhibition.
  • Letter from Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema to William Allingham, November 5, 1874
    Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1874One letter from Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema to William Allingham telling him he is happy to hear Allingham is back and hopes he is settling in well. He also gives his kind regards to Mrs. Allingham.
  • Letter from Sir Robert Ball to William Allingham, February 24, 1883
    Multi-Page Item | 7 pages | 1883One letter from Sir Robert Ball to William Allingham thanking him for his letter and for the beautiful lines that Allingham had included in the letter. The paper the letter is written on contains a watermark that reads, "Monckton's Superfine.
  • Letter from Sir Samuel Luke Fildes to Helen Allingham, February 26, 1874
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1874One letter from British painter and illustrator Sir Samuel Luke Fildes to Helen Allingham, addressing her as Miss Paterson, confirming that either Monday or Tuesday are suitable for a visit, and Fildes will be very glad to host both Helen and her friend. Fildes asks that they meet at 4:00 instead of 3:30. Fildes notes that R.A., perhaps referring to the Royal Academy, times ...
  • Letter from Sir Walter Besant to Helen Allingham, July 3, 1890
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1890One letter from English novelist Sir Walter Besant to Helen Allingham thanking her for sending a volume to him. Besant writes that he has not yet read Laurence Bloomfield, thought he knows most of William Allingham's works.
  • Letter from Sir Walter Besant to William Allingham, September 17, 1888
    Multi-Page Item | 7 pages | 1888One letter from English writer Walter Besant to William Allingham regarding dinner and access to a list of books. The letter's paper contains a watermark that reads, "Jordan Superfine.
  • Letter from Sir William Jenner to Lauder Brunton, June 19, 1888
    Multi-Page Item | 7 pages | 1888One letter from English physician William Jenner to physician Lauder Brunton, agreeing to meet with Dr. Brunton at 47 Great Cumberland Place at 5:30 on Wednesday. The letter's paper contains a watermark for Towgood's Superfine, for the Wm. Joynson & Sons company.
  • Letter from Sophie Willock Bryant to Helen Allingham, June 13, 1915
    Multi-Page Item | 5 pages | 1915One letter from Irish mathmatician Sophie Willock Bryant to Helen Allingham thanking Helen for her donation of 10 shillings. Bryant writes on stationary for "The Irish Women's Association (to aid Irish Regiments and Prisoners of War)," which identifies Bryant as the Vice-President of the organization. The stationary acknowleges the organization's patronesses and executive co...
  • Letter from Sophie Willock Bryant to Helen Allingham, November 4, 1915
    Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1915One letter from Irish mathmatician Sophie Willock Bryant to Helen Allingham thanking Helen for her donation of 10 shillings, and asks Helen to offer her thanks to Miss Garrett as well. Bryant asks Helen to inform her maid that she was pleased to hear about her brothers, and encourages her to write to Miss Foster some time about him.
  • Letter from Stephen Spring Rice to William Allingham, June 17, 1864
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1864One letter from Anglo-Irish civil servant and philanthropist to William Allingham acknowledging his receipt of Allingham's letter from May 11th, and the book he sent. Rice mentions the current state of a pension on Allingham's behalf, and mentions shared acquaintances Tennyson, Richard Monckton Milnes, Taylor and De Vere. Rice mentions that the pension is worth £60 a year. R...
  • Letter from Stewart Dick to Helen Allingham, November 26, 1909
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1909One letter from author Stewart Dick to Helen Allingham regarding an issue with the placing of Helen's illustrations, which Dick explains he is not responsible for. Dick explains that he checked the proofs carefully, and that the issue must have occurred in binding.
  • Letter from Sveinbjörn Sveinbjörnsson to William Allingham, circa 1878
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1878Circa 1878.
  • Letter from Sveinbjörn Sveinbjörnsson to William Allingham, July 15, 1878
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1878One letter from Icelandic composer Sveinbjörn Sveinbjörnsson to William Allingham inquiring about putting Allingham's poem "The Faeries," to music. Sveinbjörnsson mentions several items he had published within the last 3-4 years. Sveinbjörnsson asks for Allingham's permission and terms to use his poem, and if approved asks about utilizing only the first and fifth stanzas for...
  • Letter from Sydney Curnow Vosper to Helen Allingham, June 5, 1913
    Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1913One letter from English painter Sydney Curnow Vosper to Helen Allingham, sending Helen a collection of letters he believes will be of interest, and hopes her "one man show," was a success.
  • Letter from Sydney Prior Hall to Helen Allingham, January 5, 1901
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1901One letter from British portrait artist and illustrator Sydney Prior Hall to Helen Allingham thanking Helen for the letter of introduction to a Dr. Kingston. Hall also mentions he may be leaving the first week of March, and will deliver the letter and portrait with love to his "lordship."
  • Letter from Theodore Martin to William Allingham, April 13, 1875
    Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1875One letter from Scottish poet, biographer, and translator Theodore Martin to William Allingham stating that he has many reasons for not writing an "In Memoriam," for English writer Sir Arthur Helps. He mentions that the largest issue is not having the time, but thanks Allingham for the opportunity.
  • Letter from Theodore Martin to William Allingham, July 7, 1877
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1877One letter from Scottish poet, biographer, and translator Theodore Martin to William Allingham introducing his friend Mr. Frederick Gale who is interested in becoming a contractor for Fraser's Magazine, and explains he has experience as a writer. He encourages Allingham to lend his attention to the paper Gale intends to send to Allingham.
  • Letter from Theodore Watts-Dunton to Lewis Campbell, April 16, 1883
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1883One letter from English poetry critic and poet Theodore Watts-Dunton to Lewis Campbell, thanking Campbell for the present he sent. Watts-Dunton inquires about when Campbell will visit London. He also mentions that Swinburne sends his regards to Campbell and his wife.
  • Letter from Thomas Cooper to William Allingham, November 5, 1877
    Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1877One letter from English poet and Chartist Thomas Cooper to William Allingham sharing that he has asked him publisher to forward a copy of his new volume to Allingham, and asks that Allingham send him confirmation when he recieves it with the enclosed envelope.
  • Letter from Thomas Davidson to William Allingham, August 17, 1887
    Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1887One letter from Scottish-American philosopher Thomas Davidson to William Allingham thanking him for his kindness in sending back notes and corrections on the proof, and tells Allingham that he was gratified by the kind words of approval.
  • Letter from Thomas Edward Brown to Lewis Campbell, November 30, 1888
    Multi-Page Item | 7 pages | 1888One letter from scholar T.E. Brown to classicist Lewis Campbell, regarding a poem titled "Kate Kennedy," which Brown compliments alongside the corresponding song. Brown also writes that he is looking forward to reading Campbell's book. The letter's paper contains a watermark for Osborne Note.
  • Letter from Thomas Henry Huxley to Lewis Campbell, October 10, 1894
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1894One letter from English biologist Thomas Henry Huxley to Lewis Campbell regarding the trustworthiness of William Mariner and John Martin, who tested Mariner's version of King Theebaw's oration. Huxley mentions having read many books about Polynesia, and finds Mariner trustworthy. Huxley states that missionaries do not know the natives the way Mariner did. He mentions making ...
  • Letter from Thomas Longman to William Allingham, February 1, 1877
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1877One letter from English publisher Thomas Longman to William Allingham thanking him for the note he received yesterday and is looking forward to meeting with Allingham next Tuesday around 2:00 pm. He also writes that they would like to offer Allingham the editorship of Fraser's Magazine. He hopes that the misscommunication has not caused too much annoyance to Allingham.
  • Letter from Thomas Longman to William Allingham, January 26, 1877
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1877One letter from English publisher Thomas Longman to William Allingham regarding the editorship of Fraser's Magazine. He writes that they are offerring the post of editor to Froude and are warning Allingham of this decision. He also writes that Allingham may have other occupations in mind that would better suit his talents.
  • Letter from Thomas Longman to William Allingham, January 30, 1877
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1877One letter from English publisher Thomas Longman to William Allingham thanking him for his letter that he received yesterday. He also thanks Allingham for his conciliatory spirit in which he writes. Longman requests a personal meeting with Allingham, either tomorrow Wednesday, or the next Friday around 2:00. He also asks Allingham to inform him when he should expect him. The...
  • Letter from Thomas Longman to William Allingham, June 29, 1876
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1876One letter from English publisher Thomas Longman to William Allingham requesting a reply for the letter which Longman had sent to Allingham. He also writes that his letter had been written in a candid but not unfriendly spirit.
  • Letter from Thomas Woolner to unknown individual, June 23, 1873
    Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1873One letter from English sculptor Thomas Woolner to an unknown individual, addressed as "My dear General," asking him to come and view the model of sculpture of Lord Lawrence. Woolner also asks the recipient to inform the rest of the committee as well.
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