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Spence Watson/Weiss Papers
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General Correspondence

Consists mainly of letters to Robert Spence Watson. Topics include, but are not limited to, British politics and the Liberal party, contemporary Europe, Armstrong College (later Newcastle University), the Peace Society, lectures at the Literary and Philosophical Society of Newcastle upon Tyne, and contemporary literary and scientific achievements. Letters grouped in alphabetical series (alphabetized surnames) with items arranged chronologically.

Journal entry (No. 5)

Concerning a leg of Watson's journey to Alsace-Lorraine. On the dispensation of relief (flour) to non-combatants and French soldiers.

Journal entry (No. 6)

Concerning a leg of Watson's journey to Alsace-Lorraine. Trouble with a local drunkard, meeting with French soldier and German surgeon.

Journal entry (No. 7)

Concerning a leg of Watson's journey to Alsace-Lorraine. Dispensation of aid and accounts of the Battle of Gravelotte (Aug 1870). An account of the village during the battle from the mayor of La Privat's brother. Watson collects souvenirs. A provisioning HQ set up at Metz.

Letter

Concerning Italy, travel plans, lack of English newspapers. Signature ineligible.

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