Old Chinese s- Clusters, Some Dialect Alternations, and Traces of the Sino-Tibetan s- Causative, preliminary draft by Nicholas C. Bodman (Cornell University) for the Fifth International Conference of Sino-Tibetan Language and Linguistic Studies (University of Michigan, October 20-21 1972). Handwritten annotation on the first page specifies that the copy was sent to Graham by Bodman.

Draft article by Paul L-M Serruys and correspondence between Serruys and Graham. These are: On the Pu-shou (Division Heads: Radicals) in the Shuo-wen chieh-tzu. By Paul L-M Serruys - Photocopy of typescript, pre-publication version, presented at American Oriental Society, Eastern Branch, 20th Annual Meeting, Stanford University, April 1970. An early version quite different from the one published. 6 pieces. Note from Paul L-M Serruys to Angus Graham to ask if the Bulletin would be willing to publish an article with a different interpretation than Graham's own. Handwritten, 1 piece, (originally packed with a copy of Serruys' paper "The Function and meaning or yun 云 in the Shih-ching – It's cognates and variants", MS 29 (1970/71)). Letter from Angus Graham to Paul Serruys to thank for the offprint and to inform him that he thought that the Bulletin of SOAS would print a rival piece. Photocopy of typed letter, 1 piece, dated 8 June 1979.

Articles published in the 1980s and associated correspondence.

Letter from Robert H. Gassmann to Angus Graham to send a draft of his article A Syntax of the Negative fu in Ancient Texts for which he asks Graham to write a comparison article of this paper with the different approach taken by Christoph Harbsmeier. The article is with the letter.

Copy of a draft letter from Thomas Manning to Joseph Banks. In the letter he outlines the path he has taken to become familiar with the Chinese language including his stay in France. He writes that he had initially thought of reaching China via Russia. But now asks that he may be able to travel to Canton and reside there for the purpose of studying the language and customs of China. Dated [1806]. Handwritten, 2 pieces, 3 sides

These 4 letters concern Abel Yen's service to Manning and the use of his dictionary.

• Letter from Abel Yen to Thomas Manning after his recommendation by Elphinstone. He mentions Elphinstone and Ball and the dictionary in his possession. Undated, handwritten in Latin, 1 piece, 1 side
• Note from Abel Yen to Thomas Manning to accompany his dictionary. Undated, handwritten in Latin, 1 piece, 1 side
• Letter from Abel Yen to Thomas Manning. He mentions a letter from Ball. Undated. Handwritten in Latin, 1 piece, 1 side
• Letter from Abel Yen to Thomas Manning. Undated, Handwritten in Latin, 1 piece, 1 side.

The Papers include correspondence between Thomas Manning and his family, friends and some official correspondence ranging from his childhood, through Cambridge days, time in France, travels to China and India and his later life.These reflect both Manning's interests and the wide range of contacts that he cultivated.

There are also original notebooks and notes, some documenting his travels including his journey through Tibet; others reflecting his interests in mathematics, poetry & riddles and Catholic emancipation. There is also an early Manuscript for "The Journey of Thomas Manning to Lhasa".

Other highlights in the Collection include early English and European passports, calling cards, and later receipts

These Papers give an insight into this unique man formerly best known for his relationship with Charles Lamb. These Papers show that Manning was also a man of talent, charisma and determination in his study of China and the Chinese language.

Letter from Le Ministre de L'Interieur to Thomas Manning, Hotel de Paris, concerning his request for permission to see La Grammaire Chinoise. Dated 11 Pluviouse an 12 (1 February 1804). Handwritten, 1 piece, 2 sides

Draft letter(s) from Thomas Manning to Madame [de Serrant] in which he writes about his desire to go to China. Undated, handwritten, 1 piece, 2 sides

These letters range from a criticism of Manning';s mathematical work to a family friend writing to William Manning regarding his concern of Thomas Manning's plan to visit China. Of particular note is a draft letter from Manning to Joseph Banks outlining the route of his Chinese studies and plans to travel to China.