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ALS to T. R. Glover

Thanks Glover for a copy of leaves of a manuscript in Berlin. Autograph note on reverse explains that Glover went to Berlin in 1896 ostensibly to consult a manuscript but also intending to propose.

Burkitt, Francis Crawford (1864-1935) biblical scholar

ALS to T. R. Glover

Gives Glover permission to continue to use his testimonial. Writes that he is literally translating from Syriac the parts of the 'Curetonian' manuscript that Glover copied for him in Berlin. Recommends Bevan's edition of the 'Hymn of the Soul' , Bardesane's Gnostic hymn out of Wright's apocryphal Acts. Refers to a paper read by R. S. Conway in front of the Cambridge Philological Society on Cicero's letters. Sends the good wishes of his wife and Bubbles.

Burkitt, Francis Crawford (1864-1935) biblical scholar

ALS to T. R. Glover

Regarding Glover's article which he hopes C. H. Turner or Barnes will publish in the 'Journal of Theological Studies'. Refers to the death of his father. Mentions that James of Kings has become Tutor there.

Burkitt, Francis Crawford (1864-1935) biblical scholar

ALS to T. R. Glover

Encloses a letter from a former Master at Eton who praises Glover's book and complains of the status of Classics in contemporary education. Burkitt explains that he lent the book to an 'elderly parson' called Bartholomew, who lent it to the author of the letter.

Burkitt, Francis Crawford (1864-1935) biblical scholar

ALS to T. R. Glover

Congratulates Glover on his Canadian Professorship. Refers to the speeches made at Corpus by Bishop Selwyn, Dr Moule and others when Mr Harmer went to be Bishop in Adelaide.

Burkitt, Francis Crawford (1864-1935) biblical scholar

ALS to T. R. Glover

Thanks Glover for his letter. Hopes that his friends will not be disappointed in their lay Professor. Refers to trouble between the 'world and the Church'.

Burkitt, Francis Crawford (1864-1935) biblical scholar