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Prince Albert's Official Papers

Papers relating to Prince Albert’s contribution to matters of state

      Circular on 'Prize essays on the Sabbath, by working men'

      1 - 31 Jul 1848

      Loose printed paper; mounted | 1 document (8 pages) (whole object) | RA VIC/MAIN/C/56/104

      Circular regarding an essay competition, created by D.F. Oakey, requesting essays on the advantages of the working classes observing the Sabbath day and the importance of preventing it becoming a day of work. Applications were to be by working men and a prize of £25 was to be awarded for the best essay. The circular includes the competition instructions, plus extracts from letters and essays received.


      Related Material: For related material see VIC/MAIN/C/56/103.

      • 1 document (8 pages) (whole object)

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