| Description | Letters, telegrams and postcards to Alfred Russel Wallace and a few by him, to and from miscellaneous correspondents, some with enclosures including one photograph. The letters are arranged alphabetically by author in the case of letters to Alfred Russel Wallace and by correspondent within the same series in the case of letters from him. The bulk of the letters is dated 1911-1913 congratulating Alfred Russel Wallace on reaching or approaching his 90th birthday and/or reacting to an interview with him in the newspapers at the time or criticising of his latest books; other topics include the award of his Order of Merit, poverty and unemployment, and some scientific subjects. The file includes letters from scientists, scientific societies, spiritualist societies, corporate bodies, members of the public and family friends. |