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GCPP Davies 8/143/2

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Letter from T D [Thomas Dyke] Acland, Sprydoncote, Exeter, to [Emily Davies], 1863-11-12

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Reference Code: GBR/0271/GCPP Davies 8/143/2
Scope and Contents Miss [Mary Eliza] Porter supports ED's project as affecting governesses, argues that 'female delicacy … is more wounded by a young woman having to puff her own proficiency' than by taking an examination, and asks for a paper on teaching. On that question, refers ED to Revd F [Frederick] C Cook, Revd D [Derwent] Coleridge or Revd H Baber [?]. The Oxford Delegacy will consider her scheme soon. Recommends one memorial well signed and with few points but including undertakings about conduct of...
Dates: 1863-11-12
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Open to bona fide scholars and by appointment only.