Correspondence with Frank Foster

Scope and Content

Correspondence with Frank Foster, engineer, relating to the provision of a reference for Foster from Scott for the post of Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the Manchester School of Technology, with reference to his work as a contributor to the Manchester Guardian on engineering topics.

Also included is a request from Foster for a testimonial from Scott for an application for the post of Inspector of Engineering Subjects under the Board of Education, with discussion of the process of selection for the post.