Identity area
Reference code
GB 249 T-GED/9/203
Title
Letter from Thomas R. Marr, London, to Patrick Geddes, Lasswade
Date(s)
- 15 November 1898 (Creation)
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Item
Extent and medium
3 ff.
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Name of creator
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Scope and content
Reference to International Syndicate and its arrangements; the growing popularity of the Current Events Clubs and the possibility of promoting the Tower Classification; Patrick Geddes's Scheme of 'an Outlook Tower bookcase'. Mentions [John] Ross's work at the Passmore Edwards. Marr suggests application of idea with newspaper cuttings and notes on current events being produced for libraries and schools. Possibility of arrangements with Educational Supply Association, Messrs. Nelson, publishers, and the Library Bureau, in order to create reference tool for librarians and libraries. Includes sketch by T.R. Marr of proposed bookcase.
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Conditions governing access
Open
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Language of material
- English