Identity area
Reference code
GB 249 T-GED/9/561
Title
Letter from Cecil Reddie, Abbotsholme, Derbyshire, to Patrick Geddes
Date(s)
- 8 September 1904 (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent and medium
6 ff.
Context area
Name of creator
(1858-1932)
Biographical history
Reddie was Headmaster of Abbotsholme, a private, progressive school in Derbyshire, from 1889 to 1927.
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Describes his visit and journey to Dunfermline, advises he is sending an article by one of his former pupils, Scott, published in a French magazine [not extant]. Provides an account of Scott's schooling. Suggests Geddes refer to this article in his revised report or in an article as it presents a contrast of Abbotsholme with the old schools. Incomplete.
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
System of arrangement
Conditions of access and use area
Conditions governing access
Open
Conditions governing reproduction
Language of material
- English
Script of material
Language and script notes
Physical characteristics and technical requirements
Final page, bottom fifth missing, evidence of historical tear.