Part II. Letters
Letters are organized in two groups: letters written by Nightingale and letters written by others. This second group includes a small number of letters by Nightingale's mother, Frances, and by her sister Parthenope, Lady Verney. The bulk of this correspondence, however, is from friends of colleagues of Nightingale and most is addressed to her.
The letters by Nightingale are arranged chronologically except for C-248 (1852) and C-249 (1864); letters C-250-256 are undated. Correspondence by others is in roughly alphabetical order by author, but there are inconsistencies.
This calendar is based on Catalog of the Florence Nightingale Collection (Dept. of Nursing, Faculty of Medicine, Columbia University, 1956), which was compiled by students in the School of Nursing's History of Nursing classes. It was revised by Archives & Special Collections staff in 1998-2000. At that time an inventory was done of the correspondence and some of the more obscure entries were checked against the original letters, but it was not possible to verify the accuracy of each description.
A. Letters Written by Florence Nightingale
C-1. Genoa, Jan. 22, 1838, letter to Miss Henrietta Wyvill, telling of a trip to Genoa.4to, 4p, ALS.
C-2. Embley, Oct. 12 [1847], letter to a man, thanking him for the use of the "Phrenological Journal," [discussing links between man and monkeys]..small 8vo, 8p, ALS.
C-3. Tapton, March 29, 1853, letter to Mrs. Sutton, thanking her for the book she sent. 12mo, 3p, ALS, stamped envelope & sealing wax.
C-4. Tapton, Easter Eve, Mar. [1853], letter to Mrs. Sutton telling that her Grandmother [Florence Nightingale's] "fell asleep yesterday morning," [Good Friday], 12mo, 5p, ALS.
C-5. Embley, Romsey, May 22, [1853], letter to Miss [ ] Frere, asking for advice and possible help for a German widow, who seems to be of "high promise as a nurse,". 12mo, 8p, ALS.
C-6. 1 Upper Harley St., Apr. 27, 1854, letter to Miss [ ] Welch, telling of the serious condition of Miss O. Raven's case. 12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-7. Upper Harley St. [London], May 26, 1854, letter to a woman telling that the Institution ["Sick Governesses Home"] hopes to be of service.12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-8. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Oct. 25, [1854], Balaclava Day, letter to Mrs. Craven, saying she has been so busy that it has seemed impossible to do anything for her Godson's books.12mo, 3p, ALS.
C-9. Barrack Hospital, Dec. 20 [ ], letter to Mary Stanley [Salutation "Dearest,"] asking that she come to see her. 4to, 1p, ALS.
C-10 missing
C-11. Barrack Hospital, Nov. 22, 1854, letter to a man, expressing thanks for great kindness shown and asking for "five minutes' conversation".12mo, 2p, ALS.
C-12. Scutari Hospital, Feb. 10, 1855, letter written in third person to Mr. Milton in which she states she will be happy to see him. [unsigned] 12mo, 3 p, ALS.
C-13. [Balaclava Harbour] May 7-10, 1855, a portion of her handwritten diary. "[May] 7. Arrived in the Balaclava Harbour. Landed with Dr. Anderson." 8vo, 3 p.
C-14. Barrack Hospital, Scutari, Nov. 25, [18]55, letter to Madame Jackson telling she had received the enquiry regarding her son, Mr. Ellis Jackson. 8vo, 4 p, ALS.
C-15. Barrack Hospital, Scutari, Dec. 8, 1855, letter to Sister Anne, expressing fear of misunderstanding [regarding the position desired?]. 12mo, 2p, ALS.
C-16. Scutari, Barrack Hospital, Dec, 10, 1855, letter to Mrs. [Trainor?] telling that her husband was wounded at Alma.12 mo, 3 p, ALS.
C-17. Scutari Hospital, January 7, 1856, letter [incomplete] telling of an aged mother who sent her three sons to the Crimean War.small 8vo, 1p, ALS.
C-18. Barrack Hospital, Scutari, Jan. 21, 1856, letter to a man, thanking him for packets containing "Yearly Parts of the 'British Workman'".12 mo, 3 p, ALS.
C-19. [ ], 3/4/56 [April 3, 1856], letter to Miss [ ] Wear, advising that sheets of paper are being sent.8vo, 2 p, ALS.
C-20. Scutari, Barrack Hospital, March 8, 1856, letter to a man, expressing uncertainty as to just what is desired in his letter of Feb. 18. Advice is given to the effect that the no. 2683, Serg't Henry Wilson, 30th Regent, left his Regiment in the Crimea. 8vo, 2 p, ALS.
C-21. Scutari, Barrack Hospital, 4/3/56 [March 4, 1856], letter to G.C. Robertson, Esq. M.D., expressing regret over delay in answer to his letter of Feb. 28. 4to, 2p, ALS.
C-22. [Scutari], 5/3/56 [March 5, 1856] [in pencil], letter to a man telling she has made up a box for the Germans.8vo, 1p, ALS.
C-23. General Hospital, Balaclava, June 10, 1856, letter to a man, telling that ice has been sent to the Icehouse in the Castle. 8vo, 1p, ALS.
C-24. General Hospital, Balaclava, June 14, 1856, letter to Lord Stratford, expressing on behalf of the Ladies and nurses in these hospitals. 8vo, 6 p, ALS.
C-25. Balaclava, June 30, 1856, letter to a man, telling that the D.A. Quarter Master General at Scutari is forwarding a large monument.12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-26. [ ], 11/7/56 [July 11, 1856], Letter to a man expressing her disappointment over not having seen him.8vo, 1p, ALS.
C-27. [ ], July 28, 1856, incomplete letter to Miss [ ] Wear, expressing dissent over her having taken a "poor dying woman" into her hut.8vo, 4p, ALS, blue envelope.
C-28. Lea Hurst, Matlock, Aug. 26, 1856, letter to Miss [ ] Wear, telling regret over having returned the 10 pounds.8vo, 1p, ALS.
C-29. missing
C-30. 30 Old Burlington St. W., Feb. 2, 1857, letter to a man, expressing her appreciation over his desire to dedicate his book to her.12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-31. [London] [1857], letter to [Thomas Alexander] discussing at length the "probable working of Netley Hospital, as originally designed by Dr. Smith". 8vo, 7p, Al.
C-32. 29 Burlington St., June 14, 1857, letter to a man, advising that a copy of his own "Instructions" [For France and Belgium] is being sent to him.8vo, 1p, ALS.
C-33. [ ], June 22, 1857, letter to [Thomas Alexander], suggesting that he put to Sir J. Hall the question "By whom was the ground chosen for the camp of the Light Division at Devna?.3p, ALS.
C-34. 29 Old Burlington St. W., June 26, 1857, letter to Mr. [S.] [C.] Hall, thanking him for his letter.12mo, 8p, AL.
C-35. 29 Old Burlington St., July 7, 1857, letter to a man, asking him if he could come the following morning.12mo, 1p, ALS.
C-36. Bury House, Sept. 3, 1857, letter to a man, stating that because of illness she had been unable to leave her room, but that she is so deeply interested in the fate of Netley Hospital. 12mo, 3p, ALS.
C-37. Burlington St., 3/11/58 [November 3, 1858], letter to Messrs. Harrison, please to send this day's post a copy of my Precis.12 mo, 1p, ALS.
C-38. 30 Old Burlington St., W, April 23, 1858, letter to [Thomas Alexander], advising him that they are enclosing his proposed Diet Tables.small 8vo, 7p, ALS.
C-39. [ ], May 5, 1858, letter to a man, asking that he read the enclosed from Dr. Christison.12mo, 2p, ALS.
C-40. 30 Old Burlington St., June 28, [1858?], letter, unsigned, to [John Henry Newman], asking if he knows the means and conditions of obtaining admittance for a lost child into Hammersmith House of the Good Shepherd. 12 mo, 2p, ALS.
C-41. 30 Old Burlington St., July 6, 1858, letter to [Dr. Charles J.B. Williams] stating that "we" [meaning the troops and her] have business that night.12 mo, 3 p, ALS.
C-42. 30 Old Burlington St., July 12, 1858, letter to [Thomas Alexander] stating that she is enclosing (confidentially) proof of a letter. 12 mo, 5p, ALS.
C-43. [ ], July 26, 1858, letter to a man, stating that she had - "on Saturday"- received from the Printer the "Regulations". [unsigned]. 12mo, 4p, AL.
C-44. 30 Old Burlington St., 8/11/58 [November 8, 1858?], letter to [Thomas Alexander], stating the Shorncliffe Return was received.12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-45. 30 Old Burlington St., September 9, 1858, letter to [Thomas Alexander] stating she had read all enclosures and that regarding the two copies no changes could make them better.12mo, 9p, ALS.
C-46. 30 Old Burlington St., September 9, 1858, letter to a man, stating that she is enclosing for his consideration what she had been thinking about the reorganization of Netley.12mo, 1p, ALS.
C-47. 30 Old Burlington St., September 12, 1858, letter to a man, stating that his letter says all there is to say regarding a construction.12mo, 1p, ALS.
C-48. 30 O. Burlington St., October 30, 1858, letter to Messrs. Harrison, asking that 6 copies of her Precis ["both Vols."] be sent to her today.12 mo, 1p, ALS.
C-49. 30 Old Burlington St. W., November 21, 1858, letter to a man asking - that even though he might not remember her-she be permitted to send him a copy of her Report to the War Office.12mo, 3p, ALS.
C-50. 30 Old Burlington St., W., November 22, 1858, letter to Messrs. Harrison asking them to send copies of her Precis [both Vols.] to the following:.12mo, 4p, ALS, stamped envelope.
C-51. [ ], November 27, 1858, letter to [ ], stating that she would like to see [him/her?] at 1 o'clock.12mo, 1p, ALS.
C-52. 30 Old Burlington St., London (W), November 30, 1858, letter to a man, saying she believes he will be interested in seeing a copy of a certain private report of hers.1p COPY.
C-53. Great Malvern, January 7, 1859, letter to Messrs. Harrison, asking them to send copies of the Sanitary Contribution etc.12 mo, 1p, ALS.
C-54. London, March 7, 1860, Order to pay to the account of Miss Beatrice A. S. Smith.12mo, 1p, DS.
C-54a. [London?], May 21, 1860 to Dec. 17, 1860, 15 checks, on the London Joint Stock Bank-Western Branch 69 Pall Mall. DsS.
C-55. 30 Old Burlington St., June 12, 1860, letter to William Coltman, in which she tells of her knowledge of the distress of the Spitalfield.12mo, 5p, ALS.
C-56. London, August 18, 1860, letter to Madame [Salis] Schwabe, telling of having learned that a lady named Contessa Galasco Martini.12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-57. [ ] August 18, 1860, letter to Madame, telling that she is sending two vols. of Macaulay's Miscellaneous Writings.12mo, 3p, ALS.
C-58. 30 Old Burlington St., September 1, 1860, letter to C. Morehead, Esq., thanking him for a copy of his valuable work on "Disease in India".12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-59. London, November 1, 1860, order to Messrs. Glyn and Co., to pay to Messrs. Day or Order the Sum of Seven Pounds.12mo, 1p, DS.
C-60. 30 Burlington St., Monday [ ], letter to Mr. Dawson, telling that her mother has unexpectedly returned from the country.12mo, 1p, ALS.
C-61. [30 Old Burlington St. W] [1861] [in pencil], letter to a man, asking permission to send a copy of her statistical paper.Small 8vo, 1p, ALS.
C-62. 30 Burli'n St., February 7, 1861, letter to a man asking if he can advise her as to how she can obtain the official record.12mo, 2p, ALS.
C-63. 30 Old Burlington St. W., March 15, 1861, letter to Mrs. [ ] Walker, stating that after the most "minute" search in the records, nothing can be found to help her.12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-64. 30 Old Burlington St. W., May 23, 1861, letter to Mr. [R.G.] Whitfield, thanking him for making it possible for Mr. Clough to get away.12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-65. Hampstead, London NW, August 10, 1861, letter to Miss [ ] Craig, advising that she is sending her paper with Forms and Plans.12mo, 1p, ALS.
C-66. 9 Chesterfield St. W, April 26, 1862, letter to a man telling reason for not sooner answering his letter of April 2.12mo, 2p, ALS.
C-67. Hampstead, N.W., August 15, 1863, letter to Lady Monteagle, advising that a paper being sent as printed in the India Army Sanitary Report-said paper being on of Florence Nightingale's-..12mo, 8p, ALS.
C-68. London, April 26, 1864, note to a man, stating that the pamphlet enclosed shows the practical working of the office of Officers of Health in London.8vo, 1p, ANS.
C-69. 115 Park St. W., May 19, 1864, letter to [Robert] Rawlinson, saying they are "precluded" by Instructions from entering on the subject of his memorandum.12mo, 2p, ALS.
C-70. 32 South St., Grosvenor Square, London, W., July 26, 1864, letter to Henry Staunton Ellis, saying that - encouraged by Mr. John Clark [the son of her friend Sir James Clark].8vo, 3p, ALS.
C-71. 32 South St., Grosvenor Square, London W., July 26, 1864, letter to John Strachey, Esq., thanking him for his valuable work - the "Second and Third Sections" of "Cholera Epidemics of 1861".8vo, 2p, ALS.
C-72. [ ], August 10, 1864, letter to Fred H. Janson, stating that she is enclosing check for her account.12mo, 1p, ALS.
C-73. Hampstead N.W., August 23, 1864, letter to J. H. Tanner, MD, thanking him for "invaluable attention to poor Phebe Burton".12mo, 2p, ALS.
C-74. 32 South St., London W., November 10, 1864, letter to J. [John] Strachey, Esq., expressing her thanks for his kind letter, for his help toward the good cause in Bengal.8vo, 8p, ALS.
C-75. 27 Norfolk St., Park Lane W., New Year's Eve, [Dec. 31, 1864], letter to Sir John Strachey, expressing regret over his short stay in England - and also over his ill health.12mo, 4p, ALS, stamped envelope [dated 12/31/64].
C-76. 27 Norfolk St., Park Lane W., New Year's Eve, [Dec. 31, 1864], letter to [Sir John Strachey] stating it is a "very different place indeed, from what it was when Sidney Herbert was in it." She continues that it is possible the present Secretary of State.12mo, 2p, ALS. (incomplete)
C-77. 27 Norfolk St., Park Lane W., January 11, 1865, letter to John Strachey - "I should be extremely sorry not to see you when you.12mo, 2p, ALS. (envelope)
C-78. 27 Norfolk St., Park Lane W., January 19, 1865 , letter to [Sir John Strachey], advising that she is sending one of the earliest copies of the "remarks" - virtually a sequel to the "Suggestions." As the first thing to be done, she suggests that the Presidency Governments.12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-79. 27 Norfolk St., Park Lane W., Jan. 24, 1865, letter to Helen [Horner], thanking her for the Review of her dear Father..12mo, 3p, ALS.
C-80. 32 South St., Park Lane London W., January 26, 1865, letter to J. [John] Strachey, expressing her regret over his having left - without the help of a cab as she had planned. Regarding his inquiry concerning tables for calculating percentages.12mo, 5p, ALS.
C-81. 27 Norfolk St., Park Lane W., March 8, 1865, letter to a man, advising that all Barrack construction comes now before a standing Commission at the War Office.12mo, 4p, ALS [incomplete].
C-82. 27 Norfolk St., Park Lane W., March 20, 1865, Miss Nightingale presents her compliments to Mr. Jeffs.12mo, 1p, AN.
C-83. 32 South St., Park Lane, London W., April 26, 1865, letter to J. [John ] Strachey, expressing her regret over the lack of improvement in his health.she hopes the Sanitary Commission will always go to Simlah with the Government.8vo, 4p, ALS.
C-84. 35 South St., Park Lane, London W., March 12, 1866, letter Mrs. [ ] Paget, expressing thanks for having written her regarding Mr. Paget.12mo, 5p, ALS.
C-85. 35 South St., Park Lane W., March 26, 1866, letter to John Strachey, thanking him for his letter of February 22.8vo, 3p, ALS.
C-86. Embley Park, Romsey, Hampshire, August 26, 1866, letter to Mrs. Rich[ar]d Morris, explaining the reason for the delay in reply.8vo, 6p, ALS.
C-87. 35 South St., Park Lane, London W., Oct. 24, 1867, letter to Miss Ellen Gorham, in answer to her letter of October 19.12mo, 5p, ALS.
C-88. 35 South St., Park Lane, London W., March 14, [1868], letter to Madame [ ] asking if she knows whether or not Mrs. Matthews has recently received any communication from the Patriotic Fund. 12mo, 1p, ALS.
C-89. 35 South St., Park Lane, London W., April 5, 1868, letter to Lady Eastlake, regarding the possibility of a Lady Superintendent for the Nurses of Liverpool Workhouse Infirmary.8vo, 8p, ALS.
C-90. 35 South St., Park Lane, London W., April 23, 1868, letter to Miss Helen Taylor, saying the she does "these things" as Mr. Stuart Mill bids her to do.12mo, 3p, ALS.
C-91. 35 South St., Park Lane, London W., May 25, 1868, letter to Lady Eastlake, thanking for her kindness, and saying it might be well for Miss Wright to have an interview.12mo, 7p, ALS.
C-92. 35 South St., Park Lane W., Dec. 10, 1869, letter to Hon. John Strachey, thanking him for his kind and instructive letter of October 10th.8vo, 17p, ALS, stamped envelope.
C-93. 35 South St., Park Lane W., Oct. 19, 1868, letter to Lady Eastlake, thanking her for her endeavour to get volunteers.8vo, 6p, ALS.
C-94. 35 South St., Park Lane W., May 14, 1869, letter to John Strachey, saying that she has seen Sir John Lawrence.8vo, 8p, ALS.
C-95. 35 South St., Park Lane W., Dec. 1, 1869, letter to C.H. Frewen, thanking him for his note about his house at Highgate.8vo, 4p, ALS.
C-96. 35 South St., Park Lane W., Aug. 15, 1870, letter to Mrs. [Salis] Schwabe, enclosing 5 pounds for the Victoria Stiftung.12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-97. [ ], August 21, 1870, letter to Mrs. [Salis] Schwabe, thanking her for telling the author of the two letters in the Times.8vo, 2p, ALS.
C-98. Lea Hurst, Matlock, Aug. 21, 1870, letter to Mrs. Frewen Turner, thanking her for her kind note and her goodness to the poor sick.8vo, 5p, ALS, stamped envelope.
C-99. Lea Hurst, Aug. 27, 1870, letter to Miss Eleanor Martin, telling that she is sending "more papers".large 8vo, 2p, ALS, stamped envelope.
C-100. [ ], November 15, 1870, letter to Mme. [Salis] Schwabe, expressing thanks for her kind letter, and asking that she use the enclosed 20 pounds.large 8vo, 2p, ALS.
C-101. [ ], November 18, 1870, letter to Mme. [Salis] Schwabe, saying that much as she dislikes making public a letter written.8vo, 1p, ALS.
C-102. [ ], December 20, 1870, letter to Mrs. [Salis] Schwabe, asking her to make a printed receipt for $22.82.8vo, 1p, ALS.
C-103. 35 South St., Park Lane W., January 13, 1871, letter to Mrs. [Salis] Schwabe, expressing her regret over not having had her note in time for the Tuesday Committee..8vo, 2p, ALS.
C-104. 35 South St., Park Lane W., January 13, 1871, letter to Mrs. [Salis] Schwabe, saying she thinks it kind of her to send the "contents announced in the enclosed note to Breslau".8vo, 1p, ALS.
C-105. London, April 21, 1871, letter to S.F. Bagnall, in reply to his inquiry as to the number of nurses necessary..8vo, 4p, ALS. Letter bound in Notes on Hospitals, 3rd ed.
C-106. 35 South St., Park Lane W., July 17, 1871, letter to Messrs. Spottiswoode, thanking them for sending the "Revise".8vo, 2p, ALS.
C-107. 35 South St., Park Lane W., Oct. 12, 1871, "With Florence Nightingale's compliments and thanks." 16mo, 1p, ANS.
C-108. [ ], February 17, 1873, letter to Sir H. [Harry Verney], expressing regret over not having been able to see him and asking him to pass on a message to Sir John Strachey.12mo, 2p, ALS.
C-109. 35 South St., Park Lane W., July 30, 1873, letter to Sir John Strachey, expressing thanks for his writing and offering her the privilege of seeing him.12mo, 3p, ALS.
C-110. 35 South St., Park Lane W., Dec. 11, 1873, letter to Messrs. Graves, stating that she has been informed by Mrs. Godfrey Lushington.8vo, 2p, ALS.
C-111. [ ], April 23, 1874, letter to Mrs. Kate Coulin, stating that she would gladly help her if possible.12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-112. 35 South St., Park Lane W., June 25, 1874, letter to Miss [ ] Cameron, saying that inasmuch as she cannot go with her to look over Soho Square.12mo, 6p, ALS.
C-113. 35 South St., Park Lane W., Jan. 25 1876, letter to Colonel [Wm] Denny, expressing her appreciation over his remembering so many of the people no longer with them.12mo, 2p, ALS.
C-114. Lea Hurst, Nov. 30, 1876, letter to C.B.N. Dunn, telling that she believes she must return to London.8vo, 3p, ALS.
C-115. 35 South St., Park Lane W., Jan. 22, 1877, letter to Henry Graves, expressing her indebtedness for sending "the 3 beautiful" "Christ the Light of the World"-.8vo, 3p, ALS.
C-116. 35 South St., Park Lane W., Jan. 29, 1877, letter to Henry Graves, expressing her indebtedness for his note of the 25th.8vo, 2p, ALS.
C-117. [ ], September 7, 1877, letter to C.B.N. Dunn, saying she fears Rose Wren will never keep on the "Cold Water" bandage.12mo, 1p, ALS.
C-118. Lea Hurst, Cromford, Derby, Nov. 2, 1877, letter to Miss [ ] Rankin, expressing regret over her resolution to return to Germany.8vo, 3p, ALS.
C-119. 35 South St., Park Lane W., Jan. 31, 1878, letter to Messrs. Henry Graves, expressing regret that the Account [just received] had not been earlier paid.12mo, 1p, ALS.
C-120. London, April 3, 1878, letter to J. [John] C. Barnard, Esq., in which she wishes success "to every effort made to furnish our work.8vo, 2p, ALS.
C-121. London, April 4, 1878, letter to "N.B." - to J. [John] C. Barnard Esq., in which she states she has re-opened her previous letter.8vo, 1p, AL.
C-122. Lea Hurst, Cromford, Derby, Aug., 16, 1878, letter to Rev'd. W. [ ] Acraman, telling him that four of their nurses who were returning for further Nursing employment.8vo, 3p, ALS.
C-123. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Jan. 24, 1879, letter to Col. [Wm] Denny, telling that she is returning his beautiful sketches.8vo, 2p, ALS.
C-124. London, February 12, 1879, letter to John C. Barnard, Esq., in which she expresses her regret over not being able to act as Vice President.8vo, 2p, ALS.
C-125. 10 South St., Park Lane W., February 4, 1879, letter to Mrs. [Salis] Schwabe, asking if she would send a small Report about the work being done.8vo, 1p, ALS.
C-126. 10 South St., Park Lane W, April 26, 1879, letter to Mary [ ] expressing regret over her illness.8vo, 4p, ALS.
C-127. 10 South St., Park Lane W., January 1, 1880, letter to Mrs. William Shore Nightingale [Salutation "Dearest Louisa"].12mo, 1p, ALS.
C-128. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Feb. 2, 1880, letter to Mary [ ], telling of her mother's death.8vo, 3p, ALS.
C-129. Lea Hurst, Cromford Derby, Oct. 25, 1880 and Dec. 26, 1880, letter to Miss [ ] Mochler, telling her of the death of Widow Gregory.8vo, 3p, ALS.
C-130. Lea Hurst, Oct. 29, 1880, letter to Mary [ ], telling of the illness of Mr. Smith.8vo, 4p, ALS.
C-131. [ ], November 12, 1880, letter to B.F. Stevens, expressing regret over the delay in answering his letter.12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-132. [ ], Feb. 24, 1881, letter to Charles [ ], telling of her pleasure about hearing that he plans on having a coffee house.8vo, 4p, ALS.
C-133 & C-134. London, May 6, 1881, letter to "My very dear friends,".she extends best greetings and thanks to all. 8vo, 13p. 2 facsimile copies. On cover: "To
the Nurses & Probationers at St. Thomas' Hospital." C-134 has an illegible inscription to "Dr. Kelly."
C-135. 10 South St., Park Lane W., May 23, 1881, 6.a.m, letter to Fraulein von Cornberg, expressing regret over not having seen her again.8vo, 3p, ALS.
C-136. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Oct. 11, 1881, letter to Charles Benson, thanking him for his note and copies of his two interesting Reports on his Tours.8vo, 4p, AL. [incomplete?]
C-137. Lea Hurst, November 3, 1881, letter to Mr. [ ] Francis, describing three "old fashioned roses".12mo, 1p, ALS.
C-138. Lea Hurst, November 26, 1881, letter to Rev'd W. [ ] Acraman, in which she enclosed £3.30 to be used wherever he feels it is most needed.8vo, 3p, ALS.
C-139. 10 South St. Park Lane, Dec. 10, 1881, letter to [Charles Benson] advising him that a pupil of Howard's of Bedford.8vo, 2p, AL.
C-140. 10 South St., Park Lane W., December 16, 1881, letter to C. [Charles] Benson, thanking him for his interesting news.8vo, 4p, ALS.
C-141. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Feb. 18, 1882, letter to C. [Charles] Benson, expressing her distress over the character of the "Resolution".8vo, 5p, ALS.
C-142. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Feb. 27, 1882, letter to Mrs. [Sarah] Outram, who is looking for a "cook's situation".8vo, 1p, ALS, stamped envelope.
C-143. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Mar. 2, 1882, letter to C. [Charles] Benson, thanking him for his two letters, for the contents.8vo, 4p, ALS.
C-144. 10 South St., Park Lane W., June 20 1882, letter to [Charles] Benson, thanking him for his letter of the late May.8vo, 3p, ALS.
C-145. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Aug. 7, 1882, letter to Miss [Henrietta] Stewart, expressing regret over not being able to see her again.8vo, 6p, ALS.
C-146. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Aug. 12, 1882, letter to [Charles Benson], saying she will gladly see him on Tuesday.8vo, 3p, ALS.
C-147. 10 South Street, Park Lane, May 20, 1882, letter to Dr. Evatts, saying she has not heard from him in "9 or 10" months.12mo, 1p, ALS.
C-148. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Jan. 23, 1883, letter to [Dr. Evatts], saying that inasmuch as he has talked about the necessity of teaching.8vo, 4p, AL. [incomplete?]
C-149. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Feb. 27, 1883, letter to Dr. Evatts, telling him she thinks his "Scheme of the Army Hospital Flower Mission".12mo, 3p, ALS.
C-150. 10 South St., Park Lane W., May 23, 1883, letter to Miss [Henrietta] Stewart, expressing regret over not knowing of her being at Chatham.8vo, 2p, ALS.
C-151. 10 South St., Park Lane W., May 24, 1883, letter to Messrs. Harrison and Howson, saying she has a case of greatly prized knives.8vo, 2p, ALS.
C-152. [ ], May 26, 1883, letter to Col. [Wm] Denny, saying it made her unhappy that he should have left there the 2 pounds.12mo, 2p, ALS.
C-153. 10 South St., June 13, 1883, letter to Dr. Evatt, asking "What constitutes a Corps?".12 mo, 1p, ALS.
C-154. [ ], July 18, 1883, letter to Joanna [Horner] thanking her for her "letter and wish to know where I was born".12mo, 3p, ALS.
C-155. London, July 27, 1883, letter to Dr. Gillham Hewlett, expressing her joy over the good news that he has been appointed Sanitary Commissioner.2 post cards, 4 p, envelope.
C-156. Claydon Ho: Bucks, Oct. 3, 1883, letter to [ ] Bratby, expressing regret over not being able to see her again.8vo, 7p, ALS.
C-157. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Oct. 10, 1883, letter to Miss [Henrietta] Stewart, expressing appreciation over hearing of the progress of the work at Fort Pitt.2 cards measuring 3 ½ X 4 ½, signed.
C-158. 10 South St., Nov. 8, 1883, letter to [ ] Bratby saying she has sent her a package.12mo, 3p, ALS.
C-159. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Nov. 20, 1883, letter to Wm. Stewart Falls, thanking him for his kindness in taking up the cases of her maid's illness.8vo, 8 p, ALS.
C-160. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Dec. 7, 1883, letter to [ ] Bratby, enclosing a Cheque for 5 pounds.8vo, 4p, ALS.
C-161. [ ] New Year's Day, 1884, letter to [ ] Bratby, telling of the death of a relative.12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-162. 10 South St., Park Lane W., June 2, 1884, addressed to Frances Groundsell, I promised that I would let you know when I should want you.post card, 2p, 16mo.
C-162a. 10 South St. W., June 19, 1884, letter to Miss [Ada Bland] Rees, expressing sympathy over the death of her father.12mo, 3p, stamped envelope, ALS.
C-163. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Oct. 31, 1884, letter to C. Benson, inquiring how matters stand with him and the farming.8vo, 3p, ALS.
C-164. 10 South St., Mar. 13, 1885, letter to [ ] Bratby, inquiring about her health, as ALSo that of Mrs. Broomhead.12mo, 7p, ALS.
C-165. 10 South St., Park Lane W., July 14, 1885, letter to Joanna [Horner], saying that, because of her being ill.16mo, 2p, ALS.
C-166. [ ], July 26, 1885, letter to Capt. Galton, thanking him for his note.12mo, 2p, ALS.
C-167. Claydon House, August 11, 1885, letter to Dr. Benson, asking if he will be so good as to postpone his visit.12mo, 1p, ALS, envelope.
C-168. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Sept. 17, 1885, 10 a.m., letter to the Inspector - Euston Station, reminding him of their interview.8vo, 2p, ALS [as in C-135].
C-169. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Nov. 16, 1885, letter to [ ] Bratby, expressing regret over tardiness in writing - and due to pressing work.12mo, 5p, ALS.
C-170. London, May 22, 1886, letter to Capt. Galton, introducing Professor Weinbremer.8vo, 3p, ALS.
C-171. 10 South St., Park Lane W., July 5, 1886, letter to Sir Neville Chamberlain, expressing the hope of seeing him.12mo, 1p, ALS.
C-172. Claydon, Sept. 28, 1886, To: Miss Frances Groundsell, she states she has no time to write as intended.12mo, 2p, ALS, stamped envelope.
C-173. 10 South St., November 9, 1886, letter to [ ] Bratby, saying as soon as she had Mrs. Brocklehurst's note.12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-174. 10 South St., Dec. 3, 1886, letter to [ ] Bratby, asking her to get a pair of blankets for Martha Sheldon.12mo, 3p, ALS.
C-175. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Dec. 29, 1886, letter to [ ] Bratby, giving her list of gifts being sent.12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-176. 10 South St., March 8, 1887, letter to [ ] Bratby and Mrs. Brocklehurst, thanking them for their kindness.12mo 5p, ALS.
C-177. [ ], April 18, 1887, [letter] to Ernest Morgan, on inner flap of envelope - "2 printed papers" - "1 Note." Letter missing - Have envelope only. 12 mo.
C-178. [ ], July 23, 1887, letter to [ ] Bratby, telling that Dr. Dunn has written about her, as has ALSo Dr. Webb.12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-179. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Sept. 1, 1887, letter to Mrs. Hales, saying that she is sending her pet cat Quiz.12mo, 2p, ALS.
C-180. Claydon House, Winslow, Bucks, Sept. 7. 1887, letter to Dr. Benson, saying he recommended to Mrs. Robertson after consultation.12mo, 3p, ALS, stamped envelope.
C-181. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Sept. 8, 1887, letter to Miss Baker, telling why she had been unable to keep the appointment as suggested.12mo, 3p, ALS.
C-182. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Dec. 13, 1887, letter to [ ] Bratby, enclosing 5 pounds that was not previously sent.12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-183. Claydon, January 25, 1888, letter to Frances [Groundsell] expressing her happiness in knowing that Mr. Verney is getting so much better.12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-184. 10 South St., Park Lane W., June 5, 1888, letter to [ ] Bratby, expressing regret over the difficulty she is having with her eyes.12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-185. 10 South St., July 6, 1888, letter to [ ] Bratby, giving news of their mutual acquaintances.12mo, 8p, ALS.
C-186. 10 South St., Park Lane W., July 7, 1888, letter to Mrs. Malleson, saying that she cannot accept the honour to become the President of an Association.8vo, 4p, ALS.
C-187. 10 South St. Park Lane W., July 9, 1888, letter to F.G. Hewlett, saying it is difficult to tell what is best for him in so anxious a problem.8vo, 4p, ALS.
C-188. Claydon House, Winslow: Bucks, Oct. 2, 1888, letter to [ ] Bratby, asking her to give Lydia Prince half a crown.12mo, 5p, ALS.
C-189. Claydon House, Winslow, Bucks, Oct. 3, 1888, letter to Philip Benson, asking him to have Mr. Calvert - in her behalf - see Elizabeth Hubbard.12mo, 3p, ALS, stamped envelope.
C-190. Claydon House, Winslow, Bucks, Oct. 11, 1888, letter to [ ] Bratby expressing appreciation for letting her know of Martha Sheldon's death.12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-191. Claydon House, Winslow, Bucks, Oct. 12, 1888, letter to Philip Benson, advising him that she and her housemaid are leaving the following Monday for London.12mo, 4p, ALS, stamped envelope.
C-192. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Oct. 24, 1888, letter to Susan [ ], saying she will gladly see her.12mo, 1p, ALS.
C-193. 10 South St., Jan. 17, 1889, letter to [ ] Bratby, telling of her "dearest Aunt's" death.12mo, 2p, ALS.
C-194. 10 South St., May 7, 1889, letter to [ ] Bratby, enclosing 5 pounds, lest there be shortage.12mo, 3p, ALS.
C-195. 10 South St., Grosvenor Sq. W, Aug. 1, 1889, letter to Sir Raymond West, thanking him for his letter of July 8, regarding the Bombay Sanitation Bill in Committee.12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-196. 10 South St., Grosvenor Sq. W., Jan. 31, 1890, letter to Miss Stanley, regarding Mrs. Sandwell's wish for admission at St. Thomas.8vo, 3p, ALS.
C-197. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Feb. 7, 1890, letter to Mrs. Taviner, giving in detail the necessary arrangements with their cost for entrance and treatment at St. Thomas.8vo, 4p, ALS.
C-198. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Feb. 25, 1890, letter to [ ] Bratby, expressing regret over her continued illness.12mo, 3p, ALS.
C-199. London, May 7, 1890, letter to Harry V. Toynbee, expressing her hearty wish for success to the "M&N Nursing Association.12mo, 1p, ALS.
C-200. Claydon House, Winslow, Bucks, Sept. 25, 1890, letter to Frances [Groundsell] telling of sending her Quarter and with her best wishes.12mo, 3p, ALS.
C-201. Claydon House, Winslow, Bucks, January 11, 1891, letter to Dr. [Philip] Benson, asking that he come to see Mrs. Broadhurst.12mo, 1p, ALS, stamped envelope.
C-202. 10 South Street Park Lane W., May 26, 1891, letter to Miss Johnston, saying - "Yes, please, dear Miss Johnson - 5 tomorrow".12mo, 1p, ALS.
C-203. 10 South St., Park Lane W., July 15, 1891, letter to Rev. Frederick K. Harford, expressing regret over his illness.8vo, 2p, ALS.
C-204. Claydon House, Winslow, Bucks, November 21, 1891, letter to Dr. [Philip] Benson, inquiring about Marsh Gibbon and the Scarlatina.12mo, 1p, ALS, envelope.
C-205. Claydon House, Winslow, Bucks, Nov. 26, 1891, letter to Frances [ ], asking that she send her the exact address of her aunt.12mo, 2p, ALS.
C-206. Claydon House, Winslow, Bucks, Dec.15, 1891, letter to Frances [ ], telling her she had acted wisely and well.small 8vo, 3p, ALS.
C-207. Claydon House, Winslow, Bucks, Dec. 21, 1891, writing to Frances [ ], asking if she will be so good as to order from Allen's and from Welch's Christmas Day Sirloin of Beef.8vo, 3pp, ALS.
C-208. Claydon, Jan. 10, 1892, letter to Frances, saying that please God they will be at Euston Tuesday at 2:35, and that she has desired Messenger to come.12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-209. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Jan. 22, 1892, letter to Sir Raymond West, asking if she may venture to send him a copy of her letter to the Poona Sarvajarick Sabha.12mo, 3p, ALS.
C-210. London, April 18, 1892, letter to Mr. Thomas Holton, expressing thanks for the oak cabinet.12mo, 1p, ALS.
C-211. 10 South St., Park Lane W., July 3, 1892, letter to Lady Burdett-Coutts, expressing regret over not having been able to receive her..12mo, 2p, ALS.
C-212. 10 South St., Park Lane W., July 5, 1892, letter to Lady Burdett-Coutts, advising that she will be very glad to see her.8vo, 1p, ALS.
C-213. 10 South St., Park Lane W., July 7, 1892, letter to Miss [Luckes?], thanking her for her kind note.12mo, 1p, ALS, loose cancelled stamp of Florence Nightingale's likeness.
C-214. 10 South St., Grosvenor Sq. W., August 23, 1892, letter to [ ] in which she tells that Commander No. 1216 William Magee has been in her service.Small 8vo, 1p, ALS.
C-215. Clayton House, Winslow, Bucks, Aug. 28, 1892, letter to Frances, telling her she is anxious to please both her and Kate and that they settle between them.small 8vo, 3p, ALS.
C-216. Steeple Claydon, Bucks, Oc[tober] 18, [18]92, Telegram to Miss Frances Groundsell. Would you like to stay till Friday or even till Monday?.12mo, 1p.
C-217. London, January 27, 1893, letter to Miss Kate Marsden thanking her for her interesting book.12mo, 2p, ALS, envelope.
C-218. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Aug. 26, 1893, Letter to M. [ ] Finucano, saying she would like to see him.12 mo, 3p, ALS.
C-219. London, October 25, 1893, letter Mr. I. [ ] Herbert, asking him to offer her deepest gratitude to his Committee and to those of the "Survivors of the Balaclava Charge,".12mo, 2p, ALS.
C-220. [ ] Oct. 25, 1893, letter - "To the Survivors of the Balaclava Charge." My friends. I am asked to greet you the survivors on this anniversary of the heroic Balaclava charge.8vo, 3p, ALS.
C-221. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Nov. 10, 1893, letter to Surgeon Colonel I.B. Hamilton, acknowledging his note of November 1, as ALSo his letter in the "Times".8vo, 3p, ALS.
C-222. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Nov. 15, 1893, letter to Surgeon Colonel Dr. [I.B.] Hamilton, expressing her thanks over his desire to see her.12mo, 2p, ALS.
C-223. 10 South St., Park Lane W., November 18, 1893, letter to Surg. Col. Hamilton, saying she will return his valuable paper.12mo, 2p, ALS.
C-224. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Nov. 20, 1893, letter to Dr. Benson, thanking him for his kindness to Lizzie Coleman.12mo, 2p, ALS.
C-224a. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Nov. 30, 1893, letter to Surgeon Colonel Hamilton, saying she has not been idle regarding his "Suggestions,".small 8vo, 4p, ALS.
C-225. 10 South Street, Park Lane W., Dec. 9, 1893, letter to Surgeon Col[onel] Hamilton, expressing her pleasure over his progress, as she says they await his promised Article for a magazine.8vo, 4p, ALS.
C-226. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Dec. 21, 1893, letter to Philip L. Benson, telling him that Lizzie Coleman - who sprained her ankle - is going home tomorrow.12mo, 3p, ALS, stamped envelope.
C-227. [ ] February 14, 1894, note to Messenger, to bring me back at once from Mrs. Fitz Roy my two photographs of Sir Harry Verney. Hand written on front of small envelope, signed F.N..
C-228. 10 South St., Park Lane W., May 19, 1894, letter Dr. [Philip] Benson, thanking him for his constant attention to Sir Harry [Verney].12mo, 4p, ALS, stamped envelope.
C-229. [ ], [1895], letter to the Duke of Cambridge, expressing regret - along with so many of the Army over losing Y.R.H. " as our C in C.".12mo, 1p, Al
C-230. 10 South St., Park lane W., June 26, 1895, letter Harry [Verney] - with an enclosure from F. Verney. She asks for advice regarding a suggestion of Douglas Galton.12mo, 1p, ALS.
C-231. 10 South St., Park Lane W., June 26, 1895, letter to Lord Monteagle, expressing her pleasure over hearing from him.8vo, 1p, ALS.
C-232. [London], September 18, 1896, letter to Miss Charlotte Macleod, asking how long she will be in London.12mo, 3p, ALS.
C-233. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Sept. 21, 1896, letter to Miss Charlotte Macleod, answering her inquiry as to where to go to take a "course".12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-234. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Nov. 24, 1896, letter to Miss Charlotte Macleod, suggesting an appointment on Saturday at 5 o'clock.12mo, 1p, ALS.
C-235. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Dec. 5, 1896, letter to Miss Macleod, giving the address of Miss Crossland.12mo, 3p, ALS.
C-236. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Dec. 12, 1896, letter to Miss Macleod, making an appointment to see her.12mo, 2p, ALS, stamped envelope.
C-237. 10 South St., January 3, 1897, To Messenger, I wish you a Happy New Year.12mo , 1p, ALS.
C-238. 10 South St., Park Lane W., April 3, 1897, letter to Lady Monteagle, expressing the hope of seeing her any afternoon.12mo, 3p, ALS.
C-239. 10 South St., Park Lane W., April 20, 1897, letter to Lady Monteagle, enclosing a letter from Miss Pringle... 12mo, 3p, ALS.
C-240. 10 South St., Park Lane W., May 14, 1897, letter to Sister [Franklin], expressing pleasure over hearing from her.8vo, 4p, ALS, stamped envelope.
C-241. 10 South St., Park Lane W., May 19, 1899, letter to Lady Monteagle, saying she will be glad to see her.May 22 at 5:30.12mo, 2p, ALS.
C-242. London, June 30, 1899, letter to Lady Aberdeen, in answer to the request for "this poor little word for the Nurses".12mo, 2p, ALS.
C-243. London, June 30, 1899, letter to "Dear Nurses - very dear Nurses." Thank you, thank you for all the progress you have made.12mo, 3p, ALS.
C-244. 10 South St., Park Lane W., July 1, 1899, letter to Lady Aberdeen, thanking her for her letter, 12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-245. [London] May 28, 1900, letter to - My dear children [To all our nurses] admonishing them to keep up honours of this profession.12mo, 12p, ALS.
C-246. 10 South St., Park Lane W., August 2, 1901, letter to C.S. Whitbread, extending thanks to the Committee for beautiful flowers.8vo, 3p, ALS, stamped envelope.
C-247. 10 South St., Park Lane W., Nov. 11, 1901, letter to Messinger, in which she tells of having heard he is to be married.small 8vo, 2p, ALS.
C-248. 30 Old Burlington St., London, Saturday, November 1852, letter to Mlle. Bunsen, suggesting Mr. Bunsen "do as he like about his good little Bristol printer, who is quite welcome to the poor little pamphlet "which she [Miss Nightingale] has sold for the benefit of the institution [at Hookham's] bookstore.12mo, 3p, ALS. Date "November 1852" in pencil with question mark.
C-249. 27 Norfolk St., Park Lane W., Christmas Eve, [18]64, letter to John Strachey, "Dear Sir, I could not bear to assail you the very instant you arrived in England." She compliments him on the gigantic work of the Bengal Sanitary Commission.and wishes all papers pertaining to India's sanitary improvements to be sent to her.12mo, 16p, ALS.
C-250. [ ] [ ] letter to Bernard Mallet, with apology for delayed reply.8vo, 2p, ALS.
C-251. Chesterfield, Friday, [ ] letter to a man thanking him for his remembering her "Mesmeric curiosities".12mo, 3p, ALS.
C-252. 19 August, [ ] [ ], letter to a man, saying they will be equally glad to see him.12mo, 1p, ALS.
C-253. [ ] [ ], Tuesday night, letter to a man, saying they are not acquainted with Miss Dickinson.12mo, 2p, ALS.
C-254. [ ] [ ], letter to Joanna [Horner] enclosing 26 lines of Sir John Herschel's poetry.12mo, 4p, Al.
C-255. Embley, Tuesday, letter to Susan, telling of their having returned after a summer and autumn of delightful travel.12mo, 4p, ALS.
C-256. [ ] [ ], letter to a woman [ ] - from myself. She is a great loss to me.12mo, 1p, ALS. [incomplete?]
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B. Letters Written by Others
By Frances Nightingale, mother of Florence Nightingale
O-1. South Street, Park Lane, March 26, [1855], letter to Sir [ ], telling how glad she is that he is pleased "with the shadow of a portrait of my daughter," she adds "it's shadowy nature helps the likeness." Typed copy, 8vo, 1p.
O-2. Embley, Tuesday [1855], letter to Colonel Jebb, thanking him and Lady Amelia for their help in making it possible for them to see Mr. Sidney G. Osborne.12mo, 5p, ALS.
By Parthenope (later Lady Verney) sister of Florence Nightingale
O-3. Embley, Friday [1855], letter to Lady Monteagle, thanking her for such generous kindness towards her sister.12mo, 4p, ALS.
O-4. Cavendish Square, Saturday night, [1855], letter to Lady Monteagle, saying that her sister has just gone, but who wishes to have her thanks extended.12mo, 4p, ALS.
O-5. Embley, June 28, [1855], letter to a man, saying that Madame Lind is morbidly
nervous about anything connected with her being.talked of.and that
therefore his request for her letters cannot be granted.8vo, 4p, ALS.
O-6. Embley, June 19, [1856], letter to Lady Monteagle, expressing regret over not having written earlier, that delay being due to the fact that the greater part of her time has been given to care for her sister [Florence Nightingale].12mo, 4p, ALS.
O-7. Lea Hurst, September 24, [1856], letter to Lady Monteagle, telling in detail of
sister's illness.12mo, 8p, AL.
By Miscellaneous Persons
O-8. [Scutari], November 14, [1855], letter to "Sir" telling how - in spite of but a half hour's notice they had prepared for an influx of 600 men.Letter signed C.H.B. [Probably Charles H. Bracebridge]. Copy, 12mo, 1p.
O-9. [Scutari], November 20, [1855], letter to "Sir" expressing great uneasiness over two ships of wounded men from Sebastopol...Signed S.B. (Probably Selma Bracebridge). Copy, 12mo, 1, [on same sheet as O8].
O-10. From Rawlinson, Robert, Manchester, March 12, 1864, letter to Mrs. E. [Ashworth?], in which relates "to a proposed commencement of Sanitary works in India." 12mo, 3p, ALS.
O-11. Burdett-Coutts, [Lady], Holly Lodge, Highgate, June 18, 1892, letter saying her heart is with her, as also her hand.12mo, 2p, ALS.
O-12. Burdett-Coutts, [Lady], Stratton St., July 3, 1892, letter expressing regret over not being able to accept her invitation, 12mo, 2p, ALS.
O-13. George [Duke of Cambridge] Gloucester House, Park Lane,W., October 1, 1895, letter thanking her for her very sympathetic letter which has brought him great comfort.12mo, 4p, ALS, [with envelope].
O-14. Cromer, Lord. 36 Wimpole Street, July 16, 1910, letter saying he is sending her a copy of a circular being issued by him and Lord Curzon..8vo, 2p, TLS.
O-15. Manning, Henry E. [Edward], St. Mary's, Bayswater, April 22, 1861, letter saying her letter did not reach him - because he was in Rome.12mo, 6p, ALS.
O-16. Manning, H.E. [Henry Edward], St. Mary's, Bayswater, December 18, 1862, letter telling that the "Revd. Mother" has told of their visit together. He mentions his ill health.12mo, 3p, ALS.
O-17. Martineau, H. [Harriet], Amblinde, December 24, 1862, letter assuring her that her recent letter has been destroyed - as was requested. She tells of having heard that the D[uke] of Cambridge cannot continue in office because of his morals.12mo, 7p, ALS.
O-18. Roberts, Fred. [Lord], Edge Hill, Sydenham, March 4, 1881, letter thanking her for her letter of March 3, regarding Mrs. Fellowes.12mo, 2p, ALS.
O-19. Roberts, Fred. [Lord], 20 Redcliffe Square, South Kensington, June 27, 1881, letter asking her to let him know if it would be convenient to call.12mo, 2p, ALS.
O-20. Roberts, Fred. [Lord], Fleming's Hotel, Half Moon St., October 29, 1885, letter saying that if convenient for her he will call "Tomorrow [Friday] at 1:30.".12mo, 2p, ALS, [stamped envelope].
O-21. Roberts, [Fred., Lord], Englemere, Ascot, Berks, December 3, 1907. Letter extending in his own behalf as also in behalf of Lady Roberts his sincerest congratulations on the honour the King has conferred upon her.12mo, 2p, ALS, [stamped envelope].
O-22. Rosebery, Lord, 38 Berkeley Square, February 10, 1899, letter asking him if she will grant him the honour of an interview.12mo, 1p, ALS.
O-23. Scott, R. [Robert], British Antarctic Expedition, 36 & 38 Victoria Street, S.W., November 4, 1909, letter asking her support toward this Expedition and for which he enclosed a "programme".8vo, 2p, TLS.
O-24. Taft, W.H. [William Howard], American Red Cross, Washington, D.C., May 17, 1910. Letter saying that as President of the Red Cross of America, he has the honor of sending her a copy of the resolution recently adopted by the Executive Committee of the American Organization.8vo, 1p, TLS.
O-25. Taylor, Helen, Blackheath Park, Kent, April 25, letter expressing thanks for the prompt reply to her letter, adding the thanks of Mr. Mill.12mo, 3p, ALS.
O-26. V. [Victoria], Dow[ager] Empress Frederick, Schloss Friedrichshof, Cronberg, Taunus, May 17, 1900, letter expressing congratulations and warmest good wishes on having reached her 80th birthday.12mo, 6p, ALS.
O-27. Whittier, John Greenleaf, Oak Knoll, Danvers, U.S., 5th Month of 1882, "Poem - To Florence Nightingale of England," 12 lines, 12mo, 1p, Signed.
O-28. Wood, [Sir] Evelyn, War Office, January 12, 1898, letter advising that as a patient of hers in 1856, he takes pleasure in telling her that her wishes have been met so that her Godson, Mr. Craven will be selected for direct appointment to the Field Artillery.12mo, 2p, ALS.
O-29. 12 empty envelopes in Florence Nightingale's hand, addressed to the following:
- John Strachey - 8
- Thomas Holton - 1
- Robertson - 2
- Georgina [Sollet?]