Autograph letter (draft) from Thomas Rackett to Elizabeth (Fürst) von Saar [manuscript], [1822].

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Autograph letter (draft) from Thomas Rackett to Elizabeth (Fürst) von Saar [manuscript], [1822].

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Her letter with the necessary documents and certificates has arrived and she should not worry about receiving her bequest. The library, jewels and other effects will be sold in April. Several persons in the will are the children of some of her earliest friends, many of whom he has never seen in his life. He did not perceive any abatement of regard by Mrs. Garrick towards her. Among the effects at Hampton is a salt cellar that belonged to Shakespeare and a cup formed of his mulberry tree planted by him. It is uncertain whether these belonged to the estate of Mr. or Mrs. Garrick, but should they belong to Mrs. Garrick's estate there will be some considerable addition to her property in consequence of the veneration in which everything relating to Shakespeare is held. The First Folio in her aunt's library is highly valuable, and he hopes it will induce her in the words of her uncle to "sing immortal Shakespeare's praise." Mentions Beltz and Mr. Carr's law expenses.

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Saar, Elisabeth von, 1766-1840

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Beltz, George Frederick, 1777-1841

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Rackett, Thomas, 1756-1840

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Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616

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William Shakespeare was likely born April, 23, 1564; he was baptized in Stratford-upon-Avon on April 26, 1564. He grew up, had a family, and bought property in Stratford while working in London, the center of English theater. As an actor, a playwright, and a partner in a leading acting company, he became both prosperous and well-known. His parents were John and Mary Shakespeare. John was a leatherworker and involved in local politics, first becoming an alderman and eventually a town bailiff. ...

Carr, Mr., fl. 1822

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Garrick, Eva Maria, 1724-1822

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Eva Garrick was the wife of British actor David Garrick. From the description of Letters from various correspondents, 1775-1821. (Harvard University, Wadsworth House). WorldCat record id: 70316245 From the description of Letters from various correspondents, 1775-1821. (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 612375098 Wife of David Garrick. From the description of Autograph note in third person : Adelphi, to "three dear and good friends", [after 1814] J...