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Tanner, Joseph Robson (1860-1931) historian Item
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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. 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.

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 Kenelm Henry Smith to J. R. Tanner

Sends his reminiscences of his College acquaintances. Includes a note from R. F. Scott to J. R. Tanner noting that he has 'always shrunk from any dealings with him'.

Smith, Kenelm Henry (1837-1917)

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