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GB 249 T-GED/9/989 · Item · 3 March 1911
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Business concerning the Cities and Town Planning Exhibition. Mention of Patrick Geddes, the National Society's Depository for books, Sir Harry Johnston's 'Africa' and [ ] Penstone's Town Study'.

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
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/9/681 · Item · 10 August 1906
Part of 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.

Ross, John, fl. 1895 - 1932, chartered accountant
GB 249 T-GED/9/679 · Item · 8 August 1906
Part of 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.

Ross, John, fl. 1895 - 1932, chartered accountant
GB 249 T-GED/9/676 · Item · 3 August 1906
Part of 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.

Ross, John, fl. 1895 - 1932, chartered accountant
GB 249 T-GED/12/3/43 · Item · 27 November 1914
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Discusses the financial affairs of the University and City Association and the Town and Gown Association. Mentions Martin White's hostility to the Town and Gown Association. Discusses the Town Planning material at the Outlook Tower. Outlines the efforts of the University and City Association to gather material for a new Exhibit after the sinking of the ‘Clan Grant’ by establishing an Emergency Committee and spending funds.

Ross, John, fl. 1895 - 1932, chartered accountant
GB 249 T-GED/9/319 · Item · 13 September 1900
Part of 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.

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