Wilberforce, E.R., 09/30/1882-09/30/1882

File — Box: 17, Folder: 11

Identifier: 97394

Series-level Scope and Content Note

From the Series:

Miscellaneous Manuscripts. Arranged alphabetically by individual.

Dates

09/30/1882-09/30/1882

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Extent

From the Collection: 11.5 Linear Feet (18 boxes)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Container Summary

Wilberforce, E.R. First Bishop of New Castle. Autograph Letter Signed, 4 pages. Dated 9/30/1882. Written shortly after his appointment to New Castle. Commending his correspondent's efforts against "the trade." Mention of temperance work. Wilberforce was an ardent temperance advocate and chairman of the Church of England Temperance Society. Gift of Joseph E. Jeffs and Jeannine L. Jeffs.