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List of Cambridge examination results, includes S.A. Notcutt

Items relating to letters from S.A. Notcutt to his mother.

Letters from Notcutt to his mother written whilst studying at St John's College. The letters give a fascinating insight into the life of a Victorian Cambridge student, including information on food and accommodation, the Debating Society, sporting events, his studies and his social life.

Letters from Notcutt, sent from St John's College, to his mother, Mrs S.A. Notcutt.

Has been studying the stomach and digestion. Does an experiment every other morning on light or electricity in the Cavendish Laboratories.

Has visited friends in Shelford and been invited to a dance. Has discussed his coursework with Dr Foster and has decided to take things 'more quietly', not to specialize and to take a wider set of subjects. Wishes to take the first part of the Tripos in June 1886 so he can read more English.

Acknowledges receipt of S.A. Notcutt's letters.

Has just been fortunate enough to get into the Hawk's Club, limited to 100 members and containing all the leading athletes. Believes it to have a big social influence at Cambridge and the expense will be worthwhile. Has been suffering from what he believes is rheumatism and notes that the beer which he has 'been taking for lunch is not the best thing for it', though he believes it 'suits his digestion very well'. Has been playing a lot of football which he enjoys very much but finds he gets painfully 'blown' if he takes 'more than a slice or two of meat and bread at lunch'. Does not think there is any danger in the way football is played at Cambridge. Has hosted a pleasant whist drive and breakfast and discusses organisation of a forthcoming dance.

Tells Mrs Notcutt not to worry about 'the Bill'. Notes that SAN is growing stronger and is 'a right good fellow'.

Regarding the donation of S.A. Notcutt's letters to St John's College Library.