Identity area
Reference code
Carrighan/Box 2/3-4/7
Unique identifier
GB 275 Carrighan/Box 2/3-4/7
Title
Autograph letter, signed, from Thomas Brand (B.A. Christ's 1771), Wath
Date(s)
- 17 February 1814 (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent and medium
4p Manuscript paper
Context area
Name of creator
(1781-1845)
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Has been ill but has now recovered and will visit Bath in 2 or 3 months. Discusses a Rector of Wheathampstead, his marriage and makes cryptic reference to an 'Enigma'. Mentions the College examination results of his nephew. Gives news of events at Ripon, which include a death, and is derogatory about the way the Parish is run. Notes the prospect of perpetual peace in Europe and also believes that an 'eternal millenium' will soon be established.