Autograph Letter Signed from George Combe to an unidentified recipient, 1 January 1849
Scope and Contents
This is an autograph letter signed sent by Scottish lawyer and Phrenological Society spokesman George Combe, dated 10 May 1851, Edinburgh. Unidentified recipient ("My dear Sir"). The letter is discussing subscriptions to the society, and German theology. It partly reads: "I duly received your letter of the 24th April and regret that I am able only to muster two subscribers in addition to myself. This is the very focus of Evangelical faith, & your views are in favour with few; but I hope that 'a good time is coming yet'."
Dates
- Creation: 1 January 1849
Creator
- Combe, George, 1788-1858 (Phrenologist) (Author, Person)
Language of Materials
English
Conditions Governing Access
Open. Please contact the repository in advance.
Full Extent
1 letter : 2 folios, 1 page of writing
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Purchased in April 2025. Accession no. SC-Acc-2025-0060.
Physical Description
184 mm x 114 mm. Good condition, with light folding crease and light gum marks to rear.
Processing Information
Catalogued by Aline Brodin in September 2025, using information from the seller.
Subject
- Edinburgh Phrenological Society (founded 1820) (Organization)
Repository Details
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