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Papers of Terrot Reavely Glover Foakes-Jackson, Frederick John (1855-1941) theologian and ecclesiastical historian
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ALS to T. R. Glover

Praises Glovers book. Gives a note on the use of 'virgin-birth'. Mentions his ill health.

Foakes-Jackson, Frederick John (1855-1941) theologian and ecclesiastical historian

ALS to T. R. Glover from New Jersey, U.S.A.

Sends photos of Manning. Reports that Charlesworth is staying with them. Writes that he is having an argument with his collaborator Kirsopp Lake. Mentions that he has published an 'Introduction to Church History'. Invites Glover to stay during his visit to America.

Foakes-Jackson, Frederick John (1855-1941) theologian and ecclesiastical historian

ALS to T. R. Glover

Mentions his invitation to Glover's son at their meeting at Harvard. Appreciates Glover's book and dedication to him. Comments on Manning's career, including his contributions to the 'Cambridge Medieval History'. Refers to his project on Eusebius, for which he is trying to enlist old Lightfoot Scholars.

Foakes-Jackson, Frederick John (1855-1941) theologian and ecclesiastical historian

ALS to T. R. Glover

Gives his opinions on how to teach Church History. Mentions correspondence with Rendel Harris. Refers to Glover's anecdote about Charlesworth and 'Sir Joe'. Refers to his condemnation of Inge in a review that compared him with Jonathan Swift. Commiserates with Glover over having Nairne as a collaborator. Details his research and writing plans.

Foakes-Jackson, Frederick John (1855-1941) theologian and ecclesiastical historian

ALS to T. R. Glover

Criticism of Glover's articles. Suggests that 'the corporal resurrection of our lord' is not as completely rejected as Glover claims. Quotes from a letter from Temple to his son to make a point about humour. Complains that the Education Bill risks creating two warring camps. Offers to 'pair' with Glover and stand out of the argument in order to establish a peace between the factions in Cambridge. Refers to McTaggart.

Foakes-Jackson, Frederick John (1855-1941) theologian and ecclesiastical historian

ALS to T. R. Glover from Union Theological Seminary, New York

Sends Glover his book on St Peter. Fears he will not live to finish a volume on St James. Mentions Burkett, Rendel Harris, Monty James, E. F. Scott, Moffat and Parry as sobering influences on him. Expresses his pleasure in Macnaughton's arrival from Canada. Details the changes at Union, made by Coffin. Mentions his visit to Cambridge and lunch with Charlesworth. Attached is Foakes-Jackson's bookplate depicting the front gate of Jesus College drawn by his old pupil R. P. D. Nairn or Nairne.

Foakes-Jackson, Frederick John (1855-1941) theologian and ecclesiastical historian

ALS to T. R. Glover

Compliments Glover on his book, 'The Influence of Christ in the Ancient World'. Details his visit to Cambridge including news that W. K. L. Clarke, the editorial secretary of the SPCK has accepted his Josephus, and has dedicated a book to him with an introducation supplemented by Sandy Nairne. Complains about the state of the Union Theological Seminary, New York.

Foakes-Jackson, Frederick John (1855-1941) theologian and ecclesiastical historian

ALS to T. R. Glover

Regarding his publishing exploits, Glover's popularity in New York, reflections on immigration prompted by the detention of Sikes' son on Ellis Island.

Foakes-Jackson, Frederick John (1855-1941) theologian and ecclesiastical historian

ALS to T. R. Glover

Asks after Glover's family. Sends news of his family.

Foakes-Jackson, Frederick John (1855-1941) theologian and ecclesiastical historian

ALS to T. R. Glover

Thanks Glover for a Christmas letter. Complains that Mary Glover did not visit them when she was in New York. Hopes to visit Cambridge in June. Mentions Moffat.

Foakes-Jackson, Frederick John (1855-1941) theologian and ecclesiastical historian

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