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William Allingham papers, 1846-1920

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  • Letter from Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham, December 28, 1850
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1850One letter from Irish poet Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham acknowledging Allingham's previous letter, and invites Allingham to do a seminar for the young lads next time he is in Dublin. Ferguson also mentions Dickens and Leigh Hunt. Ferguson also mentions his wife Mrs. Ferguson.
  • Letter from Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham, February 9, 1882
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1882One letter from Irish poet Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham telling Allingham about a paper he read before the Royal Irish Academy on a subject regarding the picturesque. He also mentions a volume of "Poems of Plan" edited for MacMillan by Longfellow.
  • Letter from Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham, February 19, 1878
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1878One letter from Irish poet Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham sharing that he has recieved the honor of Knighthood. He also mentions he will be printing out of Dublin. He mentions sending an Irish ballad to Blackwood and another journal in Cork.
  • Letter from Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham, January 9, 1869
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1869One letter from Irish poet Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham sharing his return from a vacation in Wales and Northern Ireland. He also gives Allingham the address of Irish historian Patrick Weston Joyce. The rest of the letter is regarding proofs of Allingham's work done by Ferguson.
  • Letter from Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham, January 27, 1849
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1849One letter from Irish poet Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham discussing the work of Allingham and the style of the literary arts. He mentions other well-known poets such as Dickens and Tennyson. Ferguson also recognizes Allingham as his fellow countryman, as they are both Irish. The paper the letter is written on also serves as the envelope. It is post-marked Jan. 27-28 1...
  • Letter from Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham, July 7, 1867
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1867One letter from Irish poet Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham responding to an inquiry made by Allingham, and promises to help in any way he can in establishing a foundation of knowledge of one's country. He then discusses an edition of Petrie's work. He also mentions a W.J. Sullivan.
  • Letter from Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham, July 28, 1879
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1879One letter from Irish poet to William Allingham mentioing that he is in Lisdoonvarna. He also heard that Frazer magazine is under new management. Ferguson also shares that he will be writing a critical paper Royal Irish Academy.
  • Letter from Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham, June 8, 1885
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1885One letter from Irish poet Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham regarding a dedication that Allingham would write for Ferguson. He also remarks on their ability to lay the foundations for a school, in this case he seems to be referring to a school of thought or style based on their work.
  • Letter from Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham, May 6, 1875
    Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1875One letter from Irish poet Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham regarding a second edition of his book "Lays of the Western Gael," and considered including a new poem which he has enclosed with the letter, and is asking Allingham's opinion on including it.
  • Letter from Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham, May 25, 1869
    Multi-Page Item | 5 pages | 1869One letter from Irish poet Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham discussing the words of Irish historical figure Maurice Regan in a specific edition of the book, "The Conquest of Ireland" with Francisque Michel as editor and an introductory essay by Thomas Wright. The book was published by Pickering in London, 1828. Ferguson finds no complaint in the dating of Robert FitzStep...
  • Letter from Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham, November 21, 1870
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1870One letter from Irish poet Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham introducing Allingham to Mr. William Wilkins and writes about his deserved reputation. He encourages Allingham to give him his consideration.
  • Letter from Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham, October 15, 1850
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1850One letter from Irish poet Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham discussing Allingham's poems being set to music. Ferguson says thyat Allingham's music master is of the right school. He also mentions that if he is able to properly set the poem to music than he will be better off than fellow Irish poet William Butler Yeats.
  • Letter from Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham, September 19, 1882
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1882One letter from Irish poet Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham responding to a previous letter giving Allingham advice he had requested. Ferguson's advice is about his nephew's, whom he raised, employment suggesting Allingham's inquiry has do with his own children or nephew. He also mentions he is now the President of the Royal Irish Academy.
  • Letter from Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham, undated
    Multi-Page Item | 4 pagesOne letter from Irish poet Samuel Ferguson to William Allingham informing him of a death in the Bauchett's circle of friends which ends their dinner plans. Ferguson called on Allingham but he was not at home hoping to have a farewell dinner somewhere else. Instead his letter must act as the farewell.
  • Letter from Samuel Figgis to Samuel Ferguson, December 4, 1884
    Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1884One letter from Samuel Figgis, of Hodges, Figgis, and Co., to Irish poet Samuel Ferguson, regarding a proposed volume of work by William Allingham. Figgis notes that Allingham's former book of poems sold well in Ireland and England. Figgis encourages Ferguson to put him into contact with Allingham to discuss a possible arrangement.
  • Letter from Samuel Gardiner to William Allingham, April 26, 1876
    Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1876One letter from English historian Samuel Gardiner to William Allingham requesting permission to submit an article, likely to Fraser, about the recent Bacon controversy, between English theologian Dr. Edwin Abbott and English author James Spedding. Gardiner wants to write a paper in response to Spedding's work. He also writes that he had approached the Contemporary Review but...
  • Letter from Samuel Laurence to William Allingham, April 7, 1875
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1875One letter from English portrait painter Samuel Laurence to William Allingham reagrding a note and suggestion that Allingham had given Laurence, regarding the "Knox copy," the subject of an essay written by Laurence and published in Fraser's magazine in the April 1875 issue. Laurence also mentions not knowing art dealer Dominic Charles Colnaghi or painter Thomas Groves, but ...
  • Letter from Samuel Laurence to William Allingham, May 6, 1875
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1875One letter from English portrait painter Samuel Laurence to William Allingham referring to the letter Laurence had written one month prior. Laurence informs Allingham that he sought an introduction with the art dealer Dominic Charles Colnaghi. He also informs Allingham that Colnaghi called on Laurence, while he was not at home, and recounts his housekeeper's interaction with...
  • Letter from Samuel P. Langley to William Allingham, March 14, 1879
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1879One letter from American aviator Samuel Pierpont Langley to William Allingham who reports an introduction from Mr. W.J. Stillman, who is a correspondent of the Times in Florence, was delivered to an address in Trafalgar Sq. for Allingham. Langley writes that this address which had been supplied by Mr. Longman was incorrect. He writes to Allingham inquiring about his correct...
  • Letter from Samuel P. Langley to William Allingham, March 20, 1879
    Multi-Page Item | 12 pages | 1879One letter from American aviator Samuel Pierpont Langley to William Allingham sharing that he has received a letter from Mr. Stillman, and several other friends sharing that the health of Mr. Carlyle is poor at the moment. Langley writes that he had been hoping for an opportunity to meet with Carlyle but is unsure if that is possible at present. He also mentions that he had ...
  • Letter from Samuel P. Langley to William Allingham, March 23, 1879
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1879One letter from American aviator Samuel Pierpont Langley to William Allingham thanking him for having procured Langley an interview with Carlyle. Langley writes that it went beyond what he could have anticipated and it will be a memory he will long associate with Allingham's kindness.
  • Letter from Samuel Wilks to Helen Allingham, July 16, 1902
    Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1902One visiting card from British physician Samuel Wilks to Helen Allingham, offering sympathy for Helen’s loss of the Campanile. Wilks mentions that its loss makes the city desolate.
  • Letter from Samuel Wilks to Helen Allingham, March 2, 1902
    Multi-Page Item | 7 pages | 1902One letter from British physician Samuel Wilks to Helen Allingham, thanking Helen for the book she sent. He also returns the volume of poems she had lent him. The letter's paper contains a watermark for Imperial Parliament Note.
  • Letter from Sergeant Ralph Thomas to James Foggo, April 17, 1854
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1854One letter from Sergeant Ralph Thomas to the brothers James and George Foggo, regarding an original painting that John Everett Millais did of his house in Trafalgar Square.
  • Letter from Sidney Colvin to William Allingham, February 3, undated
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pagesOne letter from English curator and art critic Sidney Colvin to William Allingham, regarding an unknown French friend of his and Edward Burne-Jones, who may be interested in having some of his writings published in Fraser's magazine and is reaching out to Allingham. This unknown French writer could be French painter Pierre Andrieu.
  • Letter from Sidney Paget to John Arthur Lomax, December 9, 18uu-19uu
    Multi-Page Item | 7 pagesOne letter from English painter Sidney Paget to John Arthur Lomax, declining Lomax's invitation as he is too ill to attend. Paget thanks Lomax for the offer, and would have liked to come if he was able. Letter's paper contains a watermark for Parkins & Gotto's Government Note.
  • Letter from Sir Charles Gavan Duffy to William Allingham, August 9, undated
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pagesOne letter from Irish poet Sir Charles Gavan Duffy to William Allingham stating that he sent an apology to an unidentified person, and mentions having left London in a hurry. He mentions that in his great hurry to write this letter that he has written on paper from the National Gallery in Melborne.
  • Letter from Sir Charles Gavan Duffy to William Allingham, July 23, undated
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pagesOne letter from Irish poet Sir Charles Gavan Duffy to William Allingham saying that he will be in Dublin before Thursday, and he also mentions receiving a book from Allingham but has not yet read it.
  • Letter from Sir Charles Gavan Duffy to William Allingham, May 18, undated
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pagesOne letter from Irish poet Sir Charles Gavan Duffy to William Allingham sharing that there a young man in Australia, comapring him to Bret Harte or Hawthornes, and encourages Allingham to read his novel which Duffy also sent.
  • Letter from Sir Charles Gavan Duffy to William Allingham, September 26, undated
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pagesOne letter from Irish poet Sir Charles Gavan Duffy to William Allingham telling him he did not have the leisure time while passing through London to see Allingham. He also wanted to give Allingham an account of the pictures he saw, and mentions some not fit for a National Gallery. He ends his letter giving his reagrds to Mrs. Allingham.
  • Letter from Sir Charles Gavan Duffy to William Allingham, undated
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pagesOne letter from Irish poet Sir Charles Gavan Duffy to William Allingham stating that Allingham did not like his friends book and comments on Allingham's taste. He also inquires about the opportunity to be presented to Mrs. Allingham. This letter also contains a note written by Allingham, signed W.A., stating that D. was in T. Sq. and then went on to Carlyles.
  • Letter from Sir Charles Hawtrey to Helen Allingham, December 8, 18uu-19uu
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pagesOne letter from English actor and theatre manager Sir Charles Hawtrey to Helen Allingham regarding a letter he received from his cousin to reserve seats for her tomorrow evening. Hawtrey informs Helen that the best seats are located in the centre of the fourth row in the upper circle, no. 108 to 113. Hawtrey writes that the tickets will be held for Helen until 8:15 tomorrow ...
  • Letter from Sir Edmund Gosse to Helen Allingham, April 24, 1915
    Multi-Page Item | 5 pages | 1915One letter from English poet Sir Edmund Gosse to Helen Allingham thanking Helen for her kind letter and mentions an "overflow sale." Gosse informs Helen that he will be visiting Christies' on Monday morning and will inquire about the sale. Gosse's letter is written on stationary bearing the seal for the British Red Cross Society. The letter's paper contains a watermark for S...
  • Letter from Sir Edmund Gosse to Helen Allingham, April 28, 1915
    Multi-Page Item | 5 pages | 1915One letter from English poet Sir Edmund Gosse to Helen Allingham informing Helen that there will not be an overflow sale. Gosse informs Helen they will be unable to accept her offer of letters, and writes that the Committee is grateful for her offer. Gosse's letter is written on stationary bearing the seal for the British Red Cross Society. The letter's paper contains a wate...
  • Letter from Sir Edmund Gosse to Helen Allingham, January 29, 1916
    Multi-Page Item | 5 pages | 1916One letter from English poet Sir Edmund Gosse to Helen Allingham regarding the Red Cross Sale at Christies'. Gosse asks Helen for anything she would give, and for them to be sent to address provided. Gosse's letter is written on stationary bearing the seal for the British Red Cross Society. The stationary also indicates that Gosse is the chairman of the "Books, MSS., and Auo...
  • Letter from Sir Francis Galton to "Editor of Fraser's Magazine", September 1, 1875
    Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1875One letter from English polymath Sir Francis Galton to the Editor of Fraser's Magazine, possibly William Allingham, writing to send a memoir written on the topic of twins, to be considered for Fraser's Magazine. Galton mentions that he would like to read the paper as a lecture to the Anthropological Society, and to be later published with appendices and additions. He also me...
  • Letter from Sir Francis Galton to Helen Allingham, June 11, 1909
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1909One letter from English polymath Sir Francis Galton to Helen Allingham returning to Helen four letters and their typed copies, with minor corrections and insertions. Galton writes that he was interested to recall the circumstances under which Fraser's magazine published pieces on "Hereditary Improvement," in 1873 and on twins in 1876. Galton apologizes for having no referenc...
  • Letter from Sir Francis Galton to William Allingham, December 5, 1872
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1872One letter from English polymath Sir Francis Galton to William Allingham accepting the request Allingham had made. Galton states that he will look over the marked paper and send it back to Allingham with corrections made.
  • Letter from Sir Francis Galton to William Allingham, December 6, 1872
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1872One letter from English polymath Sir Francis Galton to William Allingham returning the manuscript to Allingham with corrections made. He also shares that he truly appreciates Allingham's suggestions on his paper.
  • Letter from Sir Francis Galton to William Allingham, November 28, 1872
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1872One letter from English polymath Sir Francis Galton to William Allingham regarding a paper Galton wrote that he believes could be suitable for Fraser. He offers to send Allingham the manuscript, but requests that if it is not approved that he sent it back. On the first page there is a note written by Allingham stating that he sent Galton a letter on December 4, 1872, suggest...
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