Identity area
Reference code
Clarkson/Folder 1-5/Doc 64
Unique identifier
GB 275 Clarkson/Folder 1-5/Doc 64
Title
Autograph letter, signed, to Thomas Clarkson, from W. Scoble, from New Broad Street
Date(s)
- 6 May 1833 (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent and medium
2p paper
Context area
Name of creator
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Bought from R. Myers & Co., 1949
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Discusses a letter sent by Clarkson to be read at the next public meeting of the Anti Slavery Society. Proposes changes regarding the 10 articles of the Washington Treaty, especially those regarding the trial of fugitives from the Indies. Also points out inaccuracies regarding fugitives from Florida and asks that points regarding slave-grown produce be printed in the next copy of the 'Reporter'.