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GB 249 T-GED/1/8/6/16 · Item · 5 December 1896
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Discusses the 'women of Turkey' in relation to the theory of the origin of matriarchy and in relation to the Armenian refugee problem. Refers to Lucy Garnett. Describes the 'folk-life' of Turkey and suggests that Geddes will face many challenges with his Cyprus plans.

Stuart-Glennie, John Stuart, 1841-1910, folklorist
GB 249 T-GED/9/200 · Item · 1 October 1898
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Regarding his grand scheme for a 'Laws of Man's History' which he has had to abandon in favour of 'Kosmos: Outlines of the Ultimate Factors of Evolution, Principles of Method and Laws of History'. In discussing the state of his pension he mentions Professor Sayce and Mr. Henley. of Burns & Co. Outlines his thoughts on the 'coming revolution'.

Stuart-Glennie, John Stuart, 1841-1910, folklorist
GB 249 T-GED/9/206 · Item · 2 December 1898
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Response to Patrick Geddes's letter of 17 November 1898. Regrets Geddes's inability to call on him in January to discuss Geddes's criticism of Stuart-Glennie's theory on 'The Ultimate Factors of Evolution, Principles of Methods and Laws of History'. Mention of [Herbert] Spencer and [Michael] Faraday.

Stuart-Glennie, John Stuart, 1841-1910, folklorist
GB 249 T-GED/9/246 · Item · 24 October 1899
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Remarks on failure to obtain a Gifford Lectureship at [St. Andrews University]. Advocates a ‘Kosmian Brotherhood’. Discusses the Paris International Assembly, his forthcoming book and Geddes’ proposed visit to America. He hopes to publish soon his ‘Historical Institute’ which might influence the ‘New London University’ to establish a chair of general history. Mention of Mr. Balfour, Lord Rayleigh, Professor Sayce and Professor Seth. Mentions his financial constraints.

Stuart-Glennie, John Stuart, 1841-1910, folklorist
GB 249 T-GED/9/342 · Item · 23 May 1901
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Discusses his application to the Carnegie Trust for a Historical Fellowship, the place of history in university reorganisation and the new universities, Carnegie endowment to the Scottish Universities, his research relating to ethnology, folklore, the process of thought, the unity of civilisation and theories of evolution. Reference to Adam Smith, David Hume and [ ] Miller. Mention of Professor Sayce, Mr Bryce Morley and Mr. Bryce. Complains of reduced payment received from 'International Monthly' for an article in its April edition.

Stuart-Glennie, John Stuart, 1841-1910, folklorist
GB 249 T-GED/9/344 · Item · 24 May 1901
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Thanks Geddes for his criticisms, advises delay in printing due to Whitsun holidays. Mention of Mr Shaw. Reference to Mr Carnegie and how he may be influenced in relation to supporting a history fellowship.

Stuart-Glennie, John Stuart, 1841-1910, folklorist
GB 249 T-GED/9/352 · Item · 14 June 1901
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Application to the Carnegie Trust; possibility of using such funds for the endowment of a chair or series of chairs of General History or Sociology. Mention of enclosed letter from Professor Flint [not extant]. Proposed lectures on the Arthurian period. A proposed paper on 'Marriage Institutions and Racial Evolution' for the British Association. Accommodation in Glasgow. A [Panceltic] Congress in August.

Stuart-Glennie, John Stuart, 1841-1910, folklorist
GB 249 T-GED/9/364 · Item · 2 October 1901
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Regarding Stuart-Glennie's claim to the Gifford lectureship at the University of St. Andrews and his publishing difficulties, advises an article 'Magic, Religion and Science' has been published in the Times. Commentary on the politics of Scottish academia. Mention of Professor [J. Arthur] Thomson, Professor Ritchie, Professor Knight, Professor [Reany], Professor [Herbless], Professor Flint, Professor Jones in relation to the Gifford Lectureship. Mentions , [ ] Knowles, W.L. Courtney, Andrew Lang, Dr Fraser in relation to publishing. Has written notes on a museum of Scottish History as requested. Advises of his lecture plans to be provided to
Dr Christison for the Rhind lectures on Scottish History. Discusses Geddes' guarantors and highlights James Templeton and John Stewart Templeton of Knockberry.

Stuart-Glennie, John Stuart, 1841-1910, folklorist
GB 249 T-GED/9/365 · Item · 2 October 1901
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Thanks him for his trouble in his support of Stuart-Glennie's claim to the Gifford lectureship at the University of St. Andrews. Explains his idea for a new method of studying History as ‘a Science of Evolution’. Mentions of Ludwig Gumplowicz, Professor Sayce, Sir James G. Frazer and Professor Ritchie.

Stuart-Glennie, John Stuart, 1841-1910, folklorist
GB 249 T-GED/9/374 · Item · 9 November 1901
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Requests the support of Patrick Geddes and J. Arthur Thomson in relation to his application to the University of Ediburgh for a post. Discusses the process of application and assessment of moral character and beliefs relating to theology and natural science. Mention of Professor Jones and the Gifford lectureship.

Stuart-Glennie, John Stuart, 1841-1910, folklorist
GB 249 T-GED/9/378/1 · Piece · 25 November 1901
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Acknowledges receipt of letter of 13 November from Patrick Geddes. Advises copy letter from Professor Robert Flint enclosed [extant] regarding a 'Chair of Sociology' and offering to provide a lecture on 'history as a science'. Mention of Mr Carnegie and his friend Mr Thomas Shaw MP.

Stuart-Glennie, John Stuart, 1841-1910, folklorist