| GB/0397 Royal Academy of Arts Archive. |
| | SA Incorporated Society of Artists of Great Britain, papers 1759-1807 |
| | SA/32 Correspondence 1767 |
| | >SA/32/7 James Wills, Whitchurch, to Francis Milner Newton 08 Dec 1767 |
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| Reference Code | SA/32/7 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | James Wills, Whitchurch, to Francis Milner Newton |
| Date | 08 Dec 1767 |
| Extent & Medium | 1 piece, 2pp. |
| Historical Background | The Directors of the Society of Artists decided on 28 August 1767 [SA/10], to mark St Luke's Day with a religious service, as they had noticed that "all other societies celebrate their anniversary with Devotion previous to the Election of their Officers and Directors", and felt that they should "follow so laudable an example by appointing a Chaplain to preach a Sermon on St Lukes Day". James Wills, history painter turned Anglican curate, was chosen to fill the office of Chaplain. His appointment was ratified at the general meeting of 1 September 1767. |
| Content Description | Expressing gratitude at the award to him of 30 guineas by the Society of Artists. |
| Note | Endorsed: "the Revd Mr Wills's letter, on his being appointed, the salary of 30gs per annum. |
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