letter
Object Detail
Object Name
document
Description
A lettter addressed to Mr Edmund Norris, oar and scull maker from Putney. Dated c1907, the letter is from H.M Goldsmith of Cambridge. The letter states how good Edmund Norris' tubular oars are, and orders an identical pair to use at Henley Royal Regatta.
From a collection of material, including patent letters, medals and documents relating to the Norris family. Edmund Norris, oar and scull manufacturer invented the 'tubular oar'.
From a collection of material, including patent letters, medals and documents relating to the Norris family. Edmund Norris, oar and scull manufacturer invented the 'tubular oar'.
Accession No
2004.90.5
Collection
Rowing
Associated Date
Circa 1907
Associated Period
20th century
Associated Event
Acquisitions Meeting July, 2004
Henley Royal Regatta, 1907
Henley Royal Regatta, 1907
Date
Circa 1907