The bi-centenary of the arrival of Dr John Doncaster in Oakham - 1808
Part of History of the School
A booklet entitled 'Bicentenary of arrival of John Doncaster' written by Peter Lawson, about the history of the school during the headmastership of Dr Doncaster and containing a school register and a description of public execution in Oakham.
Peter Lawson
Who better to record history of Oakham School?
Part of History of the School
A press cutting from The Journal regarding the publication of "The Story of Oakham School" by John Barber.
The Journal
Part of History of the School
A press cutting regarding the publication of "The Story of Oakham School" by John Barber. Attached is a note from Steven at Sycamore Press Ltd addressed to John Barber.
The Daily Telegraph
Part of History of the School
A letter from John Barber asking for permission to use a photograph of Rev Edward Vere Hodge in his upcoming publication.
John Lewis Barber
Part of History of the School
A postcard from R. in Istanbul congratulating John Barber on his book.
R.
A card from Trevor to John Barber
Part of History of the School
A postcard from Trevor at Sycamore Press Ltd congratulating John Barber on his book.
Trevor
Part of History of the School
Two letters from Ron and Vivian to John and Betty Barber, regarding the purchase of "The Story of Oakham School".
Ron
A letter from Nicholas Bomford to John Barber
Part of History of the School
A letter from Nick Bomford, Headmaster of Uppingham School, thanking John Barber for sending two copies of "The Story of Oakham School", one of which has been added to the catalogue of Uppingham School Library.
Nicholas Raymond Bomford
A letter from Frederick H.G. Percy to John Barber
Part of History of the School
A letter from Frederick H.G Percy to John Barber regarding school histories, including Bryan Matthews's book on Uppingham School, historical sources and Whitgift School's files.
Frederick H.G. Percy
Part of History of the School
A letter from Andrew to John Barber regarding his book "The Story of Oakham School" and sharing memories of his time at school as a pupil.
Andrew