SANDWICH, John Montagu, 4th Earl of (1718-1792). ALS. Letter addressed "To Dr Hawksworth at Mrs Banwells Great Ormond Street".  (Envelope) "Dear Sir, That I may be certain whither you are alive or dead, I shall be obliged to you if you will either come yourself or send your ghost to dine with me tomorrow I am most sincerely yours Sandwich". The Dr Hawkesworth in the letter refers to Dr John Hawkesworth (c. 1715 – November 16, 1773), English writer and book editor. With: an ALS signed 'Chason' discussing Doctor Hawkesworth and bringing his 'Ghost' ' 'over the Styx He has tasted nothing since he has been among us; and indeed the only thing he had to offer was a glass of Lethe, which he abjectly refused, because he said the Remembrance of your Lordship's favours was one of the greatest pleasures he enjoyed, even on this side of the water". With a collection of other miscellaneous manuscripts in 19th century leather wallet.  James Hamilton Mortimer painted the Earl of Sandwich, John Hawksworth, Dr Daniel Solander and Captain James Cook, depicting the four figures in conversation.