Identity area
Reference code
Colenso/Folder 2/7
Unique identifier
GB 275 Colenso/Folder 2/7
Title
A.L.s., from Bishopstown, to Lady Franklin
Date(s)
- 4 June 1866 (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent and medium
4p paper
Context area
Name of creator
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Given by Scott Polar research Institute, 1952.
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Gives thanks for a present of Smith's Dictionary of the Bible. Is pleased to have found that the Colonial Secretary is a friend of Lady Franklin's. He is also a great supporter of JWC's. Believes that news of his 'doings' will have reached England. Gives news of the support he is receiving. Invites Lady Franklin to visit Natal. Attached is a letter from Colin Bentham to F. P. White, dated 24 May 1952,
offering St John's College the letter as a donation from the Scott Polar Research Institute.