| RefNo | MS/859/2/142 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from J Ely [Joseph Allen], Ely, to Charles Hatchett, Belle Vue, Chelsea, London |
| Creator | Allen; Joseph (1770-1845); British bishop of Ely |
| Recipient | Hatchett; Charles (1765-1847); British chemist |
| Date | 6 September 1837 |
| Description | He gives thanks for Hatchett's essay 'On the spikenard of the ancients' received in a packet from Dover Street that morning. Ely has no attractions except the cathedral, which is worth seeing. He would be happy to receive Hatchett at the palace, where the accommodations are excellent. |
| Extent | 2p. and wrapper |
| Format | Manuscript |
| PhysicalDescription | Ink on paper |
| AccessStatus | Open |