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From:
James Scott Bowerbank
To:
J. S. Henslow
Date:
27 September 1852
Source of text:
Cambridge University Library MS Add. 8177: 8
Summary:
Asks JSH about the situation regarding George Ransome, the first Honorary Secretary of the Ipswich Museum. Under his tenure, which ended in 1852, the Museum got into debt and Ransome failed to keep others informed. As President, JSH was obliged seek Ransome’s resignation and subsequently the Museum was financially supported by the Ipswich Corporation.
Contributor:
Henslow Correspondence Project