A.L., s. to Samuel Sharpe from CB, Sudbury
Part of Miscellaneous Papers
Gives thanks for a pamphlet on the 'Moabite Stone' written by SS. Takes him to task over philological statements made in the pamphlet which he believes incorrect.
Part of Miscellaneous Papers
Proposes to lecture on lunar theory with special reference to Newton.
A.L., s. to T. J. Ward, from Liverpool
Part of Miscellaneous Papers
Is obliged to Scott for letting him use The Eagle documents. Asks about the Cotgreave Scholarship and notes that he is 'going on with the Cotgreave family history'. Is sending the Christ's College history which he thinks a better book than Mullinger's, and discusses the contents. Is pleased for the news TJW has sent, including a notice of the death Lord Acton and of Latham.
A.L., s. to the Chevalier de Chatelain, from WB
Part of Miscellaneous Papers
Gives thanks for a book, briefly discusses the work of Victor Hugo.
A.L., s. to Thomas Archer Hirst from WGA, Notting Hill Square, London
Part of Miscellaneous Papers
Discusses the completion of a recommendation certificate.
Adams, William Grylls (1836-1915) scientist and university teacher
A.L., s. to W. Metcalfe, printer from JSB
Part of Miscellaneous Papers
Concerns his prize winning poem.
A.L., s. to WHB from his brother Sir Walter Besant, the novelist
Part of Miscellaneous Papers
Discusses the source of material in his last book regarding classical language.
A.L., s. to WHB from his father, Richard Bateson, Liverpool
Part of Miscellaneous Papers
Discusses the practicalities surrounding the post of Master of St John's to which WHB has recently be appointed. Encloses a letter from Tom Brancker congratulating WHB on his appointment, and notes a remark made on 'the mode of [WHB's] election', contending that he has 'done with' politics.
A.L., s. to William Burnside (matirc. 1871)
Part of Miscellaneous Papers
Discusses a mathematical problem.
A.L., s. to William Cantrell from Henry Cantrell
Part of Miscellaneous Papers
Has bought some good tobacco to furnish his father with. Is glad WC received the parcel sent from home and liked the cake his mother sent. Is pleased WC got a Sizar's place and an Exhibition and discusses the financial implications. Also notes the correspondence he has had with Dr Williams concerning Mrs Walton's Exhibition and his efforts to buy books asked for by WC. Offers advice on study methods and student life in general, including reading, sleeping and drinking. Discusses the purchase of various items for his rooms.
Also included is a brief message of goodwill from WC's grandfather