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Autograph letters signed from John Willmott, Greenwich, to R.W. Elliston, Drury Lane [manuscript], 1820-1822.

Willmott, John, active 19th century, sender.; Elliston, R. W. (Robert William), 1774-1831, addressee.; Theatre Royal, Drury Lane (London, England)
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Title
Autograph letters signed from John Willmott, Greenwich, to R.W. Elliston, Drury Lane [manuscript], 1820-1822.
Description
2 items ; 23 x 19 cm
Associated name
Willmott, John, active 19th century, sender.
Elliston, R. W. (Robert William), 1774-1831, addressee.
Theatre Royal, Drury Lane (London, England)
Scope and content
(1) Dated February 28, 1820; Willmott wishes to make an appearance in London in the Country boys and requests the opportunity to display his talents to Elliston after Easter. (2) Dated June 12, 1822; Willmott and his wife would be happy to engage with Elliston for the ensuing season and provides his desired salary.
Note
Two bifolia with integral address leaves. Sent to the Royal Theatre, Drury Lane.
Provenance
Originally accompanied Agreement between R.W. Elliston, manager of Drury Lane Theatre, and John and Emma Willmott of Drury Lane, St. Martins-in-the-fields, 1822 June 19 [Y.d.546]
Genre/form
Letters (correspondence)
Manuscripts (documents)
Place of creation/publication
Great Britain -- England -- London.

Call number
Y.c.5810 (1-2)
Folger accession
MS ADD 533

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