(Sir Squire, 1841-1926, Actor Manager, President of R.A.D.A.)
Autograph Letter Signed to Sir William Agnew,
saying I have already had support from your nephew M. Lockett Agnew. This particular 'Reading' is a big undertaking and I have taken my coat off to the job, 2 sides 8vo., 18 Berkeley Square, 13th December
Bancroft was manager of the old Prince of Wales and Haymarket theatres for twenty years, and was responsible for the revival of stage drama. He devoted much time to readings for hospitals throughout the country, and raised £20,000.