| Description | 1. 21 May 1877 from Mr E Stevens, Salisbury and South Wilts Museum, about a proposed meeting with Lord Bath.
2. 24 Mar 1877 from T Irvine about architectural matters.
3. 20 Apr 1877 from Rosamond Talbot replying to an earlier letter of his and telling him that she had been unwell, the weather was more like March than April, but that the show of primroses in the hedges was magnificent. Some family members came to stay and a concert and bazaar were attended. Other family matters discussed.
4. 21 Mar (1877) from Rosamond in which she expresses her concern over William Henry Fox Talbot's health and urges Charles to try and get their father to hire a carriage in Corsham and drive to her at 4 Circus where he will be well looked after in a ground floor room. He should be well wrapped up in railway rugs and use the hot footstool which is in Ela's room to keep himself warm during the journey. Whilst staying there maybe he could be persuaded to have "a good dinner" as the new cook is the best they have had for some time. She asks Charles if he thinks this is a good idea and would he let her know.
5. Notice to stockholders in the public funds about a transmission of dividend warrants by post.
6. 27 Feb 1877 from T Irvine discussing various architectural matters.
7. 13 Sep 1877 from Rosamond to say their father is making steady progress and that the doctor is satisfied with his progress, however the least exertion puts him completely out of breath and he then has to lie down to recover before he can speak. He continues to live on beef tea and barley water. Discusses other various family members who will be going to the seaside for the fresh air to improve their health.
8. 14 Sep 1877 from Rosamond stating that their father is not well and that Charles must judge what is best for him to do.
9. 17 Sep 1877 from Cousin Minnie Nicholl in Bridgend saying how sorry they are to hear such a sorry account of William Henry Fox Talbot and hopes that he rallies very soon.
10. 17 Sep 1877 from Aunt Caroline stating how anxious she is at the news of William Henry Fox Talbot and she would be glad to visit him or she would be glad to help in any way.
11. 17 Sep 1877 from Charlotte L Trahurne expressing sorrow at the news that William Henry Fox Talbot is so ill and that there will be a better report of him the following day.
12. 18 Sep 1877 from Caroline Edgcumbe expressing his sadness at the passing of William Henry Fox Talbot and appreciating what a loss he will be to the family.
13. 18 Sep 1877 from Mount Edgecumbe at Eilden Hall expressing sorrow and sympathy at the sudden death of William Henry Fox Talbot.
14. 19 Sep 1877 from A Shakespear expressing his sadness at the passing of William Henry Fox Talbot.
15. 19 Sep 1877 from Charlotte Trahurne and F Mundy expressing their sorrow at hearing the news of the death of William Henry Fox Talbot (2 in same envelope).
16. 19 Sep 1877 from Reverend John Paley, Lacock Vicarage thanking him for his note and that he will be at the Abbey in time to join the procession, and that he feels for all the family in their sudden bereavement.
17. 19 Sep 1877 from Minnie Nicholl expressing sorrow at the news of the death of William Henry Fox Talbot.
18. 20 Sep 1877 from Mr Awdry about William Henry Fox Talbot's will and that he will bring with him the one that Fox Talbot left with him.
19. 3 Oct 1877 from C Talbot stating that as he had been at sea for the last six weeks he had not received two letters until he returned to Milford Haven and then read the news about the death of William Henry Fox Talbot. Writes that it is just as well "we cannot see far ahead in the world".
20. 21 Sep 1877 Note, in a black edged envelope, headed "The Funeral of the late William Henry Fox Talbot Esq, 21 Sep 1877". Notes of individuals' places in coaches.
21. Note to Mr Gale with instructions for the funeral of William Henry Fox Talbot.
22. 23 Jul 1877 from A C Smith, Wiltshire Archaeological and Natural History Society, saying Sir John would be better located in Warminster. Mr Smith will be sending a proof of the programme in about 2 days. Discusses the weather and that he enjoyed 3 days at Weymouth. Asks how the writing is going on Britford Church and Bishopstone Church and will it be soon forthcoming.
23. 26 Jul 1877 from A C Smith expressing his annoyance at having to obey various rules when producing certain documents. States that the following week he must get the report ready for the committee. He has heard from Mr Nott that Charles has asked for particulars of the Building account which will be sent. Asks for a paragraph so that he can insert it into the report. Encloses a proof of the programme.
24. 18 Aug 1877 from A C Smith agreeing with Charles that it was a mistake to mention the enlargement of the museum now. He will propose and second that a portion be omitted. He will write to Olivier to try to persuade him and get him to see Carrington. States it will never do when one thinks about it to try to do more than get money to clear off the debt. Does not know what the general practice is for feeing servants - they give half a crown sometimes at a church. They are to see Lord Heytesbury's pictures and offers light refreshments. He is going to Old Park on Tuesday to be ready to go to Warminster on Wednesday morning.
25. 10 Sep 1877 from A C Smith thanking Charles that his manuscript had arrived in the nick of time as he is going to Old Park and will take it with him. He will send an appeal for subscriptions to the Building Fund. He has to send proofs to the curators and the secretaries. The magazine has never enjoyed a regular existence and that if funds are not forthcoming then they might confine themselves to two numbers per annum. Delighted to learn that Charles is already at work on the architectural notes of churches visited last month.
26. 27 Sep 1877 from A C Smith saying that the circular Charles received had not had the corrections made as they had arrived too late. MSays that he had anticipated some of the suggestions, he did alter the date and omitted Charles' and Mr Steven's donations as it would be better for the curators to do this. Mr Nott's charge will be a serious loss. He thinks that would be donors would prefer to give their money to the Society through honorary officers. He has William Lay staying with him (author of Stonehenge) and that they had a great day at their diggings and found no less than 23 stones below the surface in the circle he suspected. John Nicholl was a very intimate friend at Oxford and has stayed on another occasion at Old Park many years ago. Glad Charles could give a favourable account of his mother and sisters.
27. 5 Oct 1877 from A C Smith requesting that before the fine weather changes and for some change and relaxation Charles might like to visit Mr Smith's "stone circle". Perhaps do a final dig on the Wednesday although he thinks there is little left to unearth. Had also asked Henry Olivier to come on the Tuesday but nobody else.
28. 12 Oct 1877 from A C Smith stating that he has been shut up in the house for several days with a sharp attack in the side from which he sometimes suffers. He has not been able to write letters or do anything very much. As soon as he can manage he will let Bull have Charles' revise of churches - he has everything else ready. It is as well that Charles did not come to see the "stone circle" as he has not left the house since Tuesday. He should be going to Norfolk on the Monday morning but does not think he will be able to do so.
29. 11 Aug 1877 from Loftus Brock at the British Archaeological Association expressing concern that Charles has not received his journals which are issued punctually at the end of each quarter. Checks will be carried out as to what has happened. Would like Charles to take part in proceedings as certain important castles still require commentators.
30. 16 Aug 1877 from Edward Stevens at the Wiltshire Archaeological and Natural History Society saying that he has had a relapse of his illness and although on the mend is still in bed for half the day. He can only tell Charles and Mr Morgan what has happened about the reporters - they have had a dinner ticket, conveyance tickets and luncheon tickets. The three principal local papers were selected and the cost fell upon the local fund. Mr Stevens will write to Mr Morgan to this effect. Glad that Charles has been over some of the ground which will be satisfactory when the society pays their visit. Pleased that Miss Grove has offered lunch.
31. 4 Sep 1877 from unknown informing Charles that the old chancel at Chitterne is coming down sooner than anticipated and if anything is to be done it must be done now: could Charles write a letter to Sir William Onslow at Hengar House, Bodmin, appealing to keep the chancel because of its architectural value.
32. 19 Feb 1877 from Mr Irvine about various architectural matters.
33. 25 Jul 1877 from Wiltshire Archaeological and Natural History Society about clarification of various payments made and what they were for.
34. Note about the statement of the museum building account. The building account should be closed at the end of the year - the balance being paid and carried to expenditure in the general account. In the meantime any contribution received should go to reduce the bank balance.
35. Aug 1876 Copy of an agreement between the Abbess Johanna De Montefort and the Convent of Lacock, and Sir John Bluet, Lord of Lackham concerning the erection of a chapel of our lady adjoining the Abbey Church of Lacock with a translation by Charles Henry Talbot.
36. Undated letter asking about the Westbury White Horse and which is the correct one.
37. 1 Aug 1887 Cutting from the Daily News containing newspaper advertisements and other articles.
38. 12 Oct 1877 from Edward Nicholl sympathising with Charles over his father's death.
39. 18 Oct 1877 to Miss Talbot from R Cull about material being supplied to him for a memoir of William Henry Fox Talbot.
40. Architectural notes by Charles Henry Talbot on Pengwern near Llangollen, and a draft letter to the Wiltshire Archaeological and Natural History Society about who is to sign cheques, and other committee matters. |