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Archive Reference / Library Class No.D2313/2/18
TitleHandwritten letter from Dora Axon to Charles Ogden
Date4 Aug 1947
DescriptionIs feeling stressed and his offer of help is welcome. Discusses at length disposal of Ernest's library: mentions takeover of Sherratt & Hughes by W. H. Smith; warnings received about Dr McLachlan's possible wish to acquire some books for himself; advice received about other possibilities for disposal, including through Dr McLachlan's son, a librarian. Lists elements of Ernest's books and papers and their locations through the house. Mentions her intention to let some rooms in the house amd describes a visit from an estate agent: but apprehensive at the prospect. Recounts Ernest's decline in health and the impact on her. Expresses her gratitude for Ogden having corresponded with Ernest.
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LevelItem
RepositoryDerbyshire Record Office
Archive CreatorDora Axon, nee Mclardy (1898-1977) of Manchester and Buxton, librarian
Charles Kay Ogden (1889-1957) born Fleetwood, Lancashire, founder of the Orthological Institute
FormatDocument
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