Record

RefNoHSF/3/12/6
LevelItem
TitleLetter from M F Bryant [?], Woodbine Cottage, Lynmouth, to [William James] Herschel
CreatorHerschel; Sir William James; second baronet (1833-1917); British developer of fingerprinting and judge
Date10 June [1864]
DescriptionA letter from Bella [Isabella Herschel] has spoken of Herschel and his wife touring in North Devon. Bryant is in Lynmouth in consequence of the severe illness of her daughter, Emily Tollemache. Bryant cannot get to Lynton but would be delighted to meet Mrs Herschel if they are able to come to Lynmouth.
Extent2p.
FormatManuscript
PhysicalDescriptionInk on paper
AccessStatusOpen
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