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Tanner, Joseph Robson (1860-1931) historian
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A.L.s., to J. R. Tanner

Discusses his proposed resignation from the Fellowship, and the possibility of candidates to take his place.

Copy of a letter to Dr Tanner, from H. A. Roberts

Has seen JRH and liked him. Encloses a letter from JRH and his reply to it. Suggests that no undue pressure is put to bear on him but Dr Tanner should talk his decision over with him if the opportunity arises. Also notes that his friend is due to stand for Parliament and will be promoting temperance legislation.

A.L.s. from JRH to J. R. Tanner

Has decided against taking up the 'cider business' as he believes it connected to the 'liquor traffic' and is sure his parents would disapprove.

A.L.s. to J. R. Tanner

Gives notice that he is to give a lecture at St Catts which will 'endeavour to get youths … to look at things ancient and modern from a larger point of view' and asks JRT to inform any undergraduate he thinks fit.

A.L.s. to J. R. Tanner

Commends Sykes, has received a letter praising an article of his on 'the Descent into Hades' and notes that Professor E. W. Watson is to dine in Hall.

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