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GB 249 T-GED/1/8/19/18 · Item · 13 December 1897
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Refers to Coltbridge plans. Mention of McArthy and Watson. Mention of plans for farming at Crawford Bank, Lasswade. Comments on his dread of initiations of Geddes' schemes which he argues are founded on bonds in sympathy on Geddes' part and self-interest in others. His desire to see Geddes to take more trouble over the details of schemes at the outset so that they may be successful.

Ross, John, fl. 1895 - 1932, chartered accountant
GB 249 T-GED/1/8/19/22 · Item · 27 December 1897
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Refers to the poor financial situation of the Eastern and Colonial Association Ltd. Outlines the debts owed by the company and to Victor Branford and to John Ross. Requests payment from Geddes for moneys owed and asks for ideas as to how to raise further capital. Ross advises he does not have the capacity to do so himself.

Ross, John, fl. 1895 - 1932, chartered accountant
GB 249 T-GED/1/8/19/23 · Item · 31 December 1897
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Refers to a number of business matters but refers mainly to the dispute with W. Cuthbertson, stationer, setting out his observations on the matter.

Ross, John, fl. 1895 - 1932, chartered accountant
GB 249 T-GED/1/8/19/24 · Item · 31 December 1897
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Sets out his financial difficulties and asks Patrick Geddes to outline his plans for securing future finance. Mentions Captain Alexander Geddes' (Patrick Geddes' father) ill health. Discusses dispute with W. Cuthbertson, stationer. Refers to an enclosure [not extant] which mentions the Countess of Warwick.

Ross, John, fl. 1895 - 1932, chartered accountant
GB 249 T-GED/12/3/16/2 · Piece · 17 July 1901
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Acknowledges receiving Patrick Geddes’ letter dated the 13th of July. Tells Geddes the Executive Committee have considered the letter in their meeting but could not come to a decision on the matter. Geddes’ request will be considered again at a future meeting.

Ross, John, fl. 1895 - 1932, chartered accountant
GB 249 T-GED/12/3/27/1 · Piece · 30 April 1908
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Writes in connection with Crosby Hall and a letter from Mrs. Barrington which appeared in the ‘Kensington News’ issue of 25 April and contained a number of inaccuracies. John Ross refers to Patrick Geddes’ reply which made corrections to Mrs. Barrington’s letter and was published in the ‘Times’ on 21 April. Ross also refers to a letter from the Secretary of the Chelsea Association which appeared in the times on 23 April and which disproves Mrs. Barrington’s points.

Ross, John, fl. 1895 - 1932, chartered accountant
GB 249 T-GED/12/3/27/10 · Piece · 6 September 1911
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Encloses a pamphlet [not extant] of the University Hall meant for distribution to the school headmasters. Asks Patrick Geddes for a list of names to whom he could send the pamphlet to. Also attaches another document [not extant] for Geddes to fill in. Mentions John Burns.

Ross, John, fl. 1895 - 1932, chartered accountant
GB 249 T-GED/12/3/27/7 · Piece · 25 April 1911
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

John Ross reminds Patrick Geddes to send him a note of the County Councils who were sympathetic to the re-erection of Crosby Hall. He also reminds Geddes to bring a letter stating his view towards the payment of the Warden. Mentions Brady, Grove and John Burns.

Ross, John, fl. 1895 - 1932, chartered accountant
GB 249 T-GED/12/3/27/9 · Piece · 27 April 1911 - 28 April 1911
Part of Patrick Geddes papers
  1. Encloses a copy of a draft memorandum [extant] regarding the University Hall of Residence, Chelsea, and a copy letter [extant] he received from Noel P.W. Brady concerning the memorandum. John Ross disagrees with Brady’s view of limiting the University Hall only to undergraduates.

  2. Enclosed draft memorandum concerning the University Hall of Residence, Mores Garden, Chelsea and Crosby Hall, Chelsea, detailing eligibility, facilities and accommodation capacity. Highlights the need for a new adjoining building at Crosby Hall to accommodate more students and the costs involved for such a scheme.

  3. Enclosed copy letter from Noel P.W. Brady, London, to John Ross, London, 27 April 1911.
    Acknowledges receipt of John Ross’ letter of the 25th of April and its enclosure. Disagrees with the eligibility criteria and believes the projected amount needed for the design of an adjoining building at Crosby Hall is unrealistic. Mentions John Burns.

Ross, John, fl. 1895 - 1932, chartered accountant