Autograph letter signed from S. Phelps, Islington, to unidentified recipient [manuscript], 19th century June 18.

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Autograph letter signed from S. Phelps, Islington, to unidentified recipient [manuscript], 19th century June 18.

Phelps would like the £100 and could easily come over to Dublin. The recto of the second leaf contains a list (in another hand) of the plays in which he acted. Letter is addressed "My dear Sir." Address appears on item as: 8 Canonbury Square.

2 leaves ; 19 x 12 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7541424

Folger Shakespeare Library

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Phelps, Samuel, 1804-1878

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Actor and theatrical manager. From the description of Signature of Samuel Phelps, 1875. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 79453243 Phelps, a noted tragedian, took over the management of Sadler's Wells Theatre, London, in 1843, and presented a series of major Shakespearean revivals. His productions were notable for their pageantry as well as for Phelps' efforts to restore the Shakespearean text. From the guide to the Papers, 1835-1886 (inclusive), 1843-1871 (bulk)., ...