Manuscript
Stamford, Roger Grey, Earl of, 1896-1976
Category
Manuscripts and documents
Date
1917
Materials
Paper
Measurements
16 x 12 cm
Collection
Dunham Massey, Cheshire
NT 941678.12
Summary
Autograph letter signed by F.C. Bozman, Vicar of St Alban, Broadheath, Altrincham, and by two wardens, to the Earl of Stamford; dated: 26th October 1917. The letter offers Lord Stamford "heartiest congratulations" on his coming of age, and recalls "the many benefactions of [his] family" including the g"rant of land for a school" in 1871, and "further gift of a site for a church." Letter on four side of folded sheet, with embossed header of "The Vicarage, Broadheath, …" Formerly 'Glazed bookcase 3rd drawer.'
Provenance
Stamford collection; devised to the National Trust by Roger Grey, 10th Earl of Stamford (1896-1976).
Makers and roles
Stamford, Roger Grey, Earl of, 1896-1976, recipient