Collection of correspondence relating to Edward Chance, Parish Clerk of Oldswinford, and his attempt to secure compensation for loss of fees for interments in Stourbridge Cemetery following the passing of the Burial Act of 1900.
Includes -
2 typewritten draft letters to Charles T Ritchie MP, Secretary of State for Home Affairs.
2 handwritten letters from Rev J G Owen of Oldswinford, attempting to help Mr Chance
Various letters from law firms regarding Chance's claim for compensation
Newspaper cutting headed 'Cemetery Committee'
Draft questions and answers prepared by Chance regarding his employment
Printed copy of burial act
Handwritten receipt for cemetery payments
Original storage envelope marked Mr Chance's Compensation
Unusual ephemera of local and social history interest.
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