Devonshire House
Farnham, Surrey
Sep[tember]. 11 1878
I beg to certify that Mr. Alfred R Wallace of Waldron Edge, Duppas Hill Croydon has been associated with me in the control and management of workmen and that he in eminently qualifies to fill our office demanding [2 words illeg.] judiciously with Kindness
Able to command obedience without any harshness; self possessed in since of difficulty; and always courteous and kind with and any approach to weakness I have the greatest pleasure and confidence in testifying to his being fully qualified for a position of trust and authority
Tho[ma]s Wonnacott [signature] F.R.I.B.A.| Architect
Status: Draft transcription [Letter (WCP5431.6151)]
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