The James Catalogue of Western Manuscripts

R.17.6

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Shelfmark R.17.6
Manuscript Title

Documents Relating to Bishop John Hacket and Bishop's Hostel Accounts, 1677-82 and 1698
Alternative Title

Documents Relating To Bishop John Hacket and Bishop's Hostel Accounts, 1677-82 and 1698
James Number 992
Century 17th
Size (cm) 44.5 x 28.5
Folio cir. 150 ff., 5 only written.
Material Paper
Language English
IIIF Manifest URL https://mss-cat.trin.cam.ac.uk/Manuscript/R.17.6/manifest.json
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Contents

1. A copy of a letter from Dr John Hacket, Bishop of Lichfield, to Dr Pearson, Master, dated 11 Aug. 1669, announcing a gift of £1200 to be expended in the reparation of "Garrets Hostle" (now Bishop's Hostel).

2. A copy of a letter of thanks signed by Dr Pearson and nine seniors, 27 Nov. 1669.

3. Decision of a Court of Law (25 June, 24 Carol. II.) in a case between Andrew Hacket (son of the Bishop) and the College.

4. Account of the rents of Bishop's Hostel and the sums due out of these to the Library in 1677-82 and 1698.
The rest of the book is blank.

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