Overview Dame Emma Albani (1847-1930) was a Quebec-born singer whose career developed in New York State, Italy, and Britain; she later toured Europe, earning great acclaim. This collection contains two letters written while Albani was in England, to John Gordon Campbell, first marquess of Aberdeen and Temair (1847-1934).

Overview Mary Cholmondeley (1859-1925), a novelist, wrote 3 of these 4 letters from London, England to John Campbell Hamilton-Gordon, Marquess of Aberdeen and Temair (1847-1934) or his wife, Ishbel Gordon, Marchioness of Aberdeen and Temair (1857-1939), to arrange luncheon meetings and to offer signed copies of her books to be sent to Aberdeen. The 4th letter is addressed to Nellie, whom she agrees to meet for tea.

Overview Sir George Alexander (1858-1918) was a British actor, producer and theater manager. Despite being intended for a career in commerce, Alexander entered the world of professional acting in 1879. This collection contains two letters by Alexander relating to his work in theater, as well as a short biographical clipping.