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TitleLetter from [Alan Archibald Campbell] Swinton, to Stuart De La Rue [Esquire], The Hoo, Willingdon, Sussex
CreatorSwinton; Alan Archibald Campbell (1863-1930); British electrical engineer
Date30 April 1927
DescriptionInforms he is aware that De La Rue is due to see Ricardo on Monday and is trying to see Hetherington during the week end. Refers to the enclosed statement, commeting on its instructiveness.Discusses shares and profits. Concludes it is clear to him that under the circumstances, including the large sums that Ricardo has received, is bound to his contract and hold to it until those who put money into the concern have not only received their money back but also some adequate return for its use during so long a period, and thinks that Ricardo, whose mind is being warped by the advice his accountant, who does not seem to have the most rudimentary ideas of fair dealing.
Extent3p
FormatTypescript
PhysicalDescriptionCarbon
AccessStatusOpen
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CodePersonNameDates
NA8285Swinton; Alan Archibald Campbell (1863 - 1930); electrical engineer1863 - 1930
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