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Jacques Laffitte Banker and Politician. In French. One page, 4to, good condition. If a consul to Guernsey has not yet been appointed, he recommends David Macculloch who has a good reputation and has commercial knowledge. He would be helpful to French ships there and his nomination would suit the Governor, Sir... |
Economics, History | £100.00 | |
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Jacques Laffitte. Autograph Letter Signed to the Baron Bignon, membre de la Chambre de Deputes. Banker and Politician. In French. One page, 4to, fold marks, good. He says that Bignon has reached the limits which he suggested in a letter, and they have sold "en bourse" "[F?] 2025 de Rentes a 74 t produisent ......F29,9709= . . ." He adds the figures for commission and "Courtage". He adds... |
Economics, French, History | £100.00 | |
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Jacques Victor Albert, Duc de Broglie [4th Duke] (1821-1901), French politician Signed Fragment of letter ('V. Broglie'). In French. Roughly 5.5 x 11.5 cm, with four lines (cropped at right) on recto, and four lines and signature on reverse. Ruckled and with stains from previous mounting on recto. Mentions his portrait by Gerand. He will thank her in person before leaving if he can. |
French | £45.00 | |
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Jacques Victor Albert, Duc de Broglie, French Statesman, publicist and historian. Letter Signed "[V?] Broglie" to "Monsieur le Baron Denois", Milan (French consul).. IN FRENCH. One page,m folio, minor defects, but text clear and complete. He discusses the case of a M. de Cormel whose family business requires his staying in Milan and Padua (the death of his uncle, Colonel Paolo Angelini "deced dans le royaume Lombardo Venitien"). He wanst to believe that M.... |
French | £85.00 | |
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Jacques-Victor-Albert, 4th duc de Broglie, sometime French Ambassador in London. Autograph Letter Signed "V. de Broglie" to an unnamed correspondent. In French. Two pages, 8vo, some staining but text complete and clear. He says that his wife would be happy to take his daughter "[en course?]". They will pass Rutland Gate [Kensington] at midday. He hopes that the weather improves. |
French | £45.00 | |
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James F. Meline. Pamphlet, 19pp., yellow printed wraps, some soiling, chipping and creasing but fair condition. INSCRIBED BY THE AUTHOR: "Revd W.E. Channing / With respects of the author". |
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James Albery Autograph note signed to Mr [?] Parnell, English dramatist (1838-89). One page, 12mo, on mourning paper. "I am sorry I forgot the card. Did you get the stalls all right / In any way I can serve you / I am / Yours faithfully / J. Albery". Docketed in a small hand in ink. Minimal loss to one corner. Bearing traces of previous mounting.... |
Music and Theatre | £20.00 | |
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James Anderson, Editor of "Diplomata Scotiae", antiquary James Anderson, editor of 'Diplomata Scotiae'] Holograph document. Editor of "Diplomata", antiquary (DNB). Sixteen lines on one page, small folio, some damage, but text complete and clear. Not signed. On the reverse Is written "Minut of the procuratorie of Resignation" [in Anderson's hand] and "Autograph of James Anderson - the Editor of the Diplomata." The... |
Law | £200.00 |
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James Anthony Froude Autograph Letter Signed to unnamed male correspondent. English historian (1818-94). Two pages, 12mo, on grey paper. In very good condition, with traces of previous mounting on verso of otherwise-blank second leaf of bifoliate. He is flattered by the offer, but cannot 'take part at the opening of your Session'. 'Mr Graham wrote to me at your desire.... |
History | £40.00 | |
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James Anthony Froude (1818-1894), English historian [John Leycester Adolphus (c.1794-1862), barrister and writer] Autograph Letter Signed ('J A Froude') to Adolphus. 12mo: 2 pp. Sixteen lines of text. Good. He is 'very anxious to be introduced' at the Literary Society and 'to take advantage of [Adolphus's] kindness in proposing' him. Gives reasons for not having attending any of the Society's dinners. |
History | £35.00 |
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