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- 1935 (Creation)
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20 letters paper
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Letters to and from the Vice-Chancellor of the University (Master of Clare College) to Pars as Praelector regarding the presentation of degrees. Academic advice to Mr. Smith. Reference for W. J. Ricketts. Letter from Franz Hinterecker in Innsbruck (fellow hiker) where various alpine hikes or climbs are described, and Pars's suggestion of imminent war leads to a defensive letter from Hinterecker. Letters pertaining to a student (Rose) and his prospects at Jesus. Letter from Garrett Birkhoff from Harvard. Recommendation for S.L. Baxter for a Mastership. Note from A.S. Eddington. Pars is going to Scotland and his friend Henry is giving him travel advice and directions. He tells him to avoid Glasgow and describes good walks and the best inns. Also, a letter from "Q" (Quiller-Couch) which Derek Taunt gave to Pars in 1975. Letter from R.W. Morris, D.K. Lambert Chambers, W. Fletcher (and to Fletcher), Sydney Baxter.