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Discusses his transcription of a manuscript on 15th century Arabic history from the library of the India Office, his translation of it, his original idea to present it to the University as a tribute of gratitude for the honour of the degree conferred on him. Also notes the interest in it being published and his correspondence with various Cambridge Professors on the subject.

A.L.s., to C. Taylor, Master

Miscellaneous/Box 14/RE1/1
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7 June 1884

Part of Miscellaneous Papers

Sends his gratitude for CT's support in the proposal of JWR receiving his honorary degree from the University.

A.L.s., from Francis Sharp Powell to C. Taylor, Master of St John's

Miscellaneous/Box 14/PO4
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6 May 1896

Part of Miscellaneous Papers

Could not make the annual festivity in Hall as he had to be present during a debate. His tasks are more onerous now he is 'Vice Chairman of 'The Church Parliamentary Party'.' Mourns the death of Lord Seaborne.

Powell, Francis Sharp (1827-1911) 1st Baronet, Conservative Member of Parliament

A.L.s., from John William Pieters to C. Taylor, Master of St John's

Miscellaneous/Box 14/PI1
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28 June 1895

Part of Miscellaneous Papers

Is to dispose of his wine which he has left in the College wine cellar. Asks the Master to choose a bottle as a gift.

Pieters, John William (1824-1901)

A.L.s., from the Bishop of Rochester to C. Taylor, Master of St John's

Miscellaneous/Box 14/PH1/4
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10 December 1898

Part of Miscellaneous Papers

Is pleased that WIP has been moved to another living. Discusses the next appointment to the Mission.

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