Autograph letter signed from William Poel, London, to The Royal Society of Arts, London [manuscript], 1914 July 12.

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Autograph letter signed from William Poel, London, to The Royal Society of Arts, London [manuscript], 1914 July 12.

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Asking for permission to deliver a lecture on "Shakespeare's Profession" for the upcoming tercentenary celebration. He hopes "to arouse public interest in the welfare of the Dramatic Profession and in the Shakespeare Memorial National Theatre Scheme." Letter addressed "Dear Sirs." First leaf has a purple ink stamp of Royal Society of Arts, Adelphi, London 23 Jul. 1914. On letterhead of 5 Amersham Road, Putney, SW.

2 leaves ; 18 x 12 cm.

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Poel, William, 1852-1934

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Royal Society of Arts (Great Britain)

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