EDWARD CARR GLYN (1843-1928), later Bishop of Peterborough. Autograph Letter Signed ("E. C. Glyn"), The Vicarage, Kensington, W., 23 February, one page.
A good ecclesiastical autograph letter from Edward Carr Glyn whilst serving as Vicar of Kensington, one of the most prominent Church of England appointments in Victorian London.
Written on embossed "THE VICARAGE, KENSINGTON. W." stationery, Glyn acknowledges a letter from a committee inviting him to undertake the honorary office of Steward at their forthcoming Anniversary Dinner:
"I am in receipt of the letter of your Committee asking me to undertake the Office of Steward at your Anniversary Dinner."
He courteously declines the invitation:
"I regret to say I am not able to accept the honor of acting in this capacity."
Addressed to S. Woodford Esq. and signed "E C Glyn".
This is a brief but characteristic example of Victorian ecclesiastical and philanthropic correspondence. The role of Steward at an anniversary dinner was typically an honorary appointment associated with charitable, religious, educational, hospital, or benevolent institutions. Such committees frequently sought the support of distinguished clergy and public figures whose names would lend prestige to annual fundraising events.
The correspondence therefore reflects Glyn's status within late Victorian society and the constant stream of charitable and public commitments addressed to prominent Anglican churchmen. The wording suggests that S. Woodford was writing on behalf of an organising committee, most likely in a secretarial or administrative capacity.
The letterhead places the document during Glyn's tenure as Vicar of Kensington (1880-1897), before his elevation to the episcopate. In 1897 he became Bishop of Peterborough, a position he held until 1913.
A desirable signed letter combining ecclesiastical interest, Victorian philanthropy, London church history, and a future bishop's autograph.
Historical Note
Edward Carr Glyn (1843-1928) was educated at Christ Church, Oxford, and became Vicar of Kensington in 1880. As one of the most prominent parish clergy in London, he was regularly involved with the charitable and religious institutions of the capital. In 1897 he was appointed Bishop of Peterborough, serving until 1913.
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Edward Carr Glyn (Nov 1843 – Nov 1928) was an Anglican bishop in England in the late 19th century and the early 20th century. He was the Bishop of Peterborough from 1897 to 1916.
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