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Letter from William Dowton, with Related Material
Comprises 1 autograph letter from William Dowton to [Robert] Keel[e]y, undated (with a transcript), and 2 printed portraits of William Dowton, one engraved by T. Blood from an original painting by S. Drummond, and published in London for the European Magazine by J. Asperne Cornhill on 1 March 1813, the other depicting 'the late Mr. Dowton as Dr. Cantwell' shortly after his death in 1851 and giving his date of birth as 25 April 1763, his date of death as 19 April 1851, and his age at death as 88 years, thus differing from the other sources. The bound volume includes a biography of Dowton which is much fuller than that contained in the Dictionary of National Biography.
William Dowton Letter
Short note to Mr. Simpson, telling him that his daughter's poor health will prevent her from joining him this season, this is contrary to what her husband would have told him.
Autograph Letter Signed from William Dowton to Packman
Dowton has arranged to play with Davidge in Bath next Monday. He must start this evening to be in time to prepare for Falstaff.
Autograph Letter Signed from William Dowton, Rochester, to Unidentified Recipient
Stating the required terms of his employment contract. Can be with the recipient next Monday for four nights, 12 pounds for three nights and half of the fourth as a Benefit. Letter addressed "Dear Sir." With a small newspaper clipping describing Dowton, and engraving of "Mr. Dowton as Sir Anthony Absolute" (drawn and engraved by R. Page. London: Published by T & I. Elvey, Castle St., Holborn, March 15, 1824).
Autograph Letters Signed from William Dowton to Various Recipients
(2) concerns non-payment for missing a performance at Drury Lane. He states to Peake, the treasurer, that it was unavoidable. Recipients: Alfred Bunn, Richard Peake, and Francis C. Wemyss (incorrectly addressed to Thomas C. Wemyss).
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