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GB 249 T-GED/9/681 · Item · 10 August 1906
Parte de Patrick Geddes papers

Refers to an article in the 'Manchester Guardian' to which Ross confesses some alarm as to the effect of Geddes' statement. Discusses Rhodes decline to preside at a public meeting, with the full sympathy of Sir William Muir. Discussion of possible views of Turner, Muir and Co. Seeks clarification from Geddes on what he is now proposing with reference to revival of Colonial Halls Scheme.

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GB 249 T-GED/9/679 · Item · 8 August 1906
Parte de Patrick Geddes papers

Refers to Geddes' articles in the Tribune. Advises that Sir Thomas Barclay has agreed to be on a committee and Ross will seek his advice re University position. George Herbert Perris is still in Russia, discusses writing to Leonard Trelawny Hobhouse and to Percy Wallace. Mention of Sir John Cockburn, [ ] Humberstone, [ ] Debenham, and Sir D. Currie. Discusses arrangements and funding for Crosby Hall, halls of residence.

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GB 249 T-GED/9/676 · Item · 3 August 1906
Parte de Patrick Geddes papers

Business and administrative matters with reference to a fund to purchase furniture for a house at a university hall. Seeks Patrick Geddes' advice on two possible courses of action. Unfavourable remarks about the procrastination of Sir Arthur Rücker and Sir Edward Busk. Mention of Sir Thomas Barclay, Sir John Cockburn and [I.N.] Hellyer.

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GB 249 T-GED/9/319 · Item · 13 September 1900
Parte de Patrick Geddes papers

Requests information and a time-frame for repayment of money lent, advising he is desperate straits for cash. Advises that he will not send out press copies in relation to International Exposition at Paris, 1900 and International Assembly and requests that Marr do it.

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GB 249 T-GED/9/313 · Item · 4 September - 15 October 1900
Parte de Patrick Geddes papers

Various subjects including criticism of the arrangements for the International Association meeting at Paris as intimated to the British Association at Bradford, mentioning James Mavor and W. Law Bros. Mention also of [ ] Ford, General [Lowther], Mrs. Grinling, [ ] Crowther, Jean [ ], [John] Dewey, [ ] White and Edward McGegan.

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GB 249 T-GED/9/296 · Item · 4 May 1900
Parte de Patrick Geddes papers

Encloses 628.50 fr [not extant] and apologises for paper used. Letter is written on the back of a printed advertisement for a lecture series at Passmore Edwards Settlement to be given by Mrs S. Arthur Strong, LL.D. on Roman Art.

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GB 249 T-GED/9/279 · Item · 16 December 1899
Parte de Patrick Geddes papers

International Association business and planning of Paris Assembly 1900. Geddes' travel plans for sailing to New York. Possibility of British-American Association. Discusses 'the South African business', Ross comments on the irony of the use of the Highland Brigade and Irish in the [Boer War] battles and problems of civilisation. Reference to M. Delvolvé, Dr. Tolman and Henry S. Lunn.

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GB 249 T-GED/9/275 · Item · 9 December 1899
Parte de Patrick Geddes papers

Refers to enclosures from Stoddard Dewey [not extant], urges Geddes to resolve difficulties at the Committee Meeting and expresses urgency in getting out finalised and comprehensive explanatory circular outlining International Association plans for the Paris Assembly 1900. Mention of Miss Green and Mr Ashley.

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GB 249 T-GED/9/272 · Item · 4 December 1899
Parte de Patrick Geddes papers

Advises has enclosed item received from Stoddard Dewey [not extant] and discusses a note from George Herbert Perris detailing where Ross agrees with Perris in relation to arrangements for International Association business and the Paris Assembly, 1900. References to Thomas R. Marr, and Mr. Spearman.

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GB 249 T-GED/9/265 · Item · 28 November 1899
Parte de Patrick Geddes papers

International Association business and the Paris Assembly, comments on subscriptions and tickets. Reminds Patrick Geddes that he has introductions to Austin Lee at British Embassy and Hon. Horace Porter at the United States Embassy. Reference to Patrick Geddes and Marr's proposed plan of 'a man to stump the country doing lantern lectures'. Ross suggests 'young Ashley' as a suitable candidate. Mention of Morant, Sir William Preece, Colonel Jekyll and Harold Large.

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GB 249 T-GED/9/252 · Item · 10 November 1899
Parte de Patrick Geddes papers

Response to Patrick Geddes' letter of 9 November 1899. International Assembly Association financial matters and discussion of precise wording of title in order to convey idea involved. Mention of Lord Lister as proposed Vice-President of Association in Paris, and Lord Kelvin in Glasgow, 1901. Reference to appointment of Léon Bourgeois as President of Paris Assembly. Ross quotes Sir Archibald Geikie's opinion that Patrick Geddes should be appointed Secretary, 'with of course Mr. Marr'. Refers to Homes' drawing of Camera.

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GB 249 T-GED/9/251 · Item · 9 November 1899
Parte de Patrick Geddes papers

Response to Patrick Geddes' letter of 8 November 1899. Refers to organisation, plans and finance for the International Assembly. Ross expresses his views relating to role of the Town and Gown Association; he has received a number of offers assistance but requests Geddes to formulate a focussed plan of action to be fulfilled, and outlines priorities for expenditure.

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