Autographed letter to Captain [Edwin] Hurley. The letter is signed "George Cruikshank, Lt. Col., 48 [Middlesex Volunteers]." Cruikshank writes that "the men of your corp were much disappointed at not receiving their prizes." Cruikshank offers his services in the matter and expresses hope to "have a good account of your health…." This letter is mounted in a slip-cased bound volume, 1868 March 20
File — Box: 1, Folder: 1
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
Two autographed letters by George Cruikshank. One letter, dated November 7, 1845 is addressed to Angus B. Reach (1821-1856), a journalist and author of Clement Lorimer, or, The Book with the Iron Clasps. George Cruikshank provided twelve etchings for this novel. Another letter, dated March 20, 1868 is addressed to Captain [Edwin] Hurley. This letter is mounted in a slip-cased bound volume, with a portrait (etching) of George Cruikshank (Daniel Maclise, 1833). .
Dates
- 1845, 1868
Restrictions on Access
This material is open for research.
Conditions Governing Access
Stored onsite at the Woodson Research Center.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.25 Linear Feet (1 folder)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Creator
- From the Collection: Cruikshank, George (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Woodson Research Center, Rice University, Houston, Texas Repository
Contact:
Fondren Library MS-44, Rice University
6100 Main St.
Houston Texas 77005 USA
woodson@rice.edu
Fondren Library MS-44, Rice University
6100 Main St.
Houston Texas 77005 USA
woodson@rice.edu