Autograph Letter Signed from George Jones, London, to Unidentified Recipient


Book Description

Jones thanks the recipient for his friendship and positive reviews during his stay in England. Will soon be leaving for New York, where he will be playing Hamlet. Will be producing Ion in Boston. Correspondent's address appears as 1 Judd St., Brunswick Sq.













Autograph Letter Signed from George Jones, Stratford-on-Avon Vicarage, to Weilds Leigh Cliffe, London


Book Description

Jones is "waiting the movement of the Monumental Committee" before finalizing his schedule, as he will play the first night for the benefit of the monument. Will be proposing Cliffe for membership to the Royal Shakspearian Club. Will be sending Cliffe's "Sceptic" to the editor tomorrow. Recipient's address appears on integral address leaf as Judd St., Brunswick Sq., London.




Autograph Letter Signed from George Jones, British and Foreign Institute, London, to [W.T.?] Porter


Book Description

Sends a copy of his last new volume. In a postscript, he adds that he has not appeared on the British stage since 1836, when he played Hamlet at Drury Lane. He insists that "these days are past with me," indicating that he is focusing on "Historical pursuits" and literature. Letter marked "private."