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Lombard Insurance Co Ltd

 Organization

Biography

The Lombard Insurance Co. Ltd dealt in marine, fire and accident insurance. It was founded in Hong Kong in 1836 as the Canton Insurance Office and became a limited company in 1881. It changed its name to the Lombard Insurance Co. Ltd in 1953.

Found in 24 Collections and/or Records:

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Accounts of the Canton Insurance Office, 30 June 1879-30 June 1880

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/A8/26/12
Scope and Contents

London and foreign accounts of the 44th Canton Insurance Office, including subsidiary accounts; dated London.

Dates: 30 June 1879-30 June 1880
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Annual reports, accounts and returns of Jardine, Matheson & Co. Ltd and subsidiaries, 1966-1969 (accounts of 1965-1968 and returns of 1966-1969)

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/I21/9/141/3/5/7
Scope and Contents

Annual reports, accounts and returns of Jardine, Matheson & Co. Ltd, Ewo Breweries Ltd, Hongkong Fire Insurance Co. Ltd, Jardine Waugh Ltd, Lombard Insurance Co. Ltd and Shanghai & Hongkew Wharf Co. Ltd.

Dates: 1966-1969 (accounts of 1965-1968 and returns of 1966-1969)
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Correspondence re Canton Insurance Office Ltd, 11 Feb. 1929-18 Dec. 1944

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/I21/3/2/4
Scope and Contents Copies and extracts of correspondence between Matheson & Co. Ltd, London, Jardine Matheson, Hong Kong, and Jardine Matheson, Shanghai, regarding the Canton Insurance Office Ltd, including some material on the Hongkong Fire Insurance Co. Ltd. The correspondents include B.D.F. Beith, Hong Kong, London and Shanghai, D.G.M. Bernard, London, W.J. Keswick, Shanghai, David Landale, London, D.F. Landale, Hong Kong, J.J. Paterson, Hong Kong, and A.B. Stewart, London.There are also...
Dates: 11 Feb. 1929-18 Dec. 1944
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Correspondence re Canton Insurance Office Ltd, 1944-1953

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/I21/4/1/60
Scope and Contents

Copies of correspondence of Matheson & Co. Ltd, London, and Jardine Matheson, Hong Kong, with related letters and papers, including reports of meetings, financial records and other papers of the Canton Insurance Office Ltd.

Dates: 1944-1953
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Correspondence re Canton Insurance Office Ltd, 1936-1944

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/I21/2/2/7
Scope and Contents

Correspondence of Matheson & Co. Ltd regarding the Canton Insurance Office Ltd, with related papers.

Dates: 1936-1944
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Correspondence re insurance, 1964-1983

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/J11/2/12
Scope and Contents

Correspondence and related papers regarding Jardine, Matheson & Co. Ltd's involvement in the insurance business. The companies covered in the series include Chinese International Underwriters Ltd, T.P. Clark & Chapman Pty Ltd, d'Ambrumenil Frizzell, Jardine Matheson Insurance Brokers, Lombard Insurance Co. Ltd, Maltese Cross Insurance Co. Ltd, Sun Alliance & London Assurance Co. Ltd and Thistle Insurance Co. Ltd.

Dates: 1964-1983
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Correspondence re insurance, 7 Feb. 1956-11 Oct. 1957

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/J11/1/15/6
Scope and Contents The ring-binder is labelled '1956/1957 Semi-official Insurance : General' and numbered 1. It is divided into five sections:1. Thistle Insurance Co. Ltd: correspondence between Jardine Matheson, Hong Kong, and Matheson & Co. Ltd, London, 27 June 1956-19 July 1957, with related papers, including the report of the auditors and balance sheet and accounts of the Thistle Insurance Co. Ltd at 31 December 1956, dated 6 May 1957, and the report of the Directors to the Annual General...
Dates: 7 Feb. 1956-11 Oct. 1957
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Correspondence re insurance, 1964-1967

 sub-sub-sub-subseries
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/J11/1/15/7
Scope and Contents From the sub-subseries:

Selected semi-official correspondence between Jardine, Matheson & Co. Ltd, Matheson & Co. Ltd and Henry Waugh & Co. Ltd (and its successors) regarding particular subjects, with related letters and papers. Some files are comprised solely of non-correspondence.

Dates: 1964-1967
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Correspondence re insurance companies' amalgamation, 30 Apr. 1952-26 Oct. 1953

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/I21/4/109
Scope and Contents Copies of correspondence and other papers regarding discussions over the amalgamation of Jardine, Matheson & Co. Ltd's insurance companies, the Canton Insurance Office Ltd and Hongkong Fire Insurance Co. Ltd, leading to the Hongkong Insurance Co. Ltd becoming a subsidiary of the Canton Insurance Office Ltd and the renaming of the Canton Insurance Office Ltd as the Lombard Insurance Co. Ltd.The file contains correspondence (including telegrams) between Matheson & Co. Ltd,...
Dates: 30 Apr. 1952-26 Oct. 1953
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Correspondence re Lombard Insurance Co. Ltd, 1953-1976

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/I21/4/1/288
Scope and Contents

Correspondence of Matheson & Co. Ltd and Jardine, Matheson & Co. Ltd regarding the Lombard Insurance Co. Ltd, with related letters and papers, including accounts and minutes. There are also some papers of related companies. The correspondence is comprised of originals and copies of letters to Matheson & Co. Ltd and copies of other letters.

Dates: 1953-1976
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Correspondence re Lombard Insurance Co. Ltd and aircraft, 19 Feb. 1959-9 Dec. 1960

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/J11/2/2/5
Scope and Contents The ring-binder is labelled '1959/60 Private & Confidential' and '5. General', and is divided into three sections:1. Lombard Insurance Co. Ltd: correspondence (including telegrams) between Jardine Matheson, Hong Kong, Matheson & Co. Ltd, London, and Henry Waugh (Singapore) Ltd, Singapore (mainly between Hong Kong and London), with a few enclosures, 3 February-9 December 1960.2. Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company: five memoranda regarding the H.A.E.C., 19...
Dates: 19 Feb. 1959-9 Dec. 1960
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Correspondence re Lombard Insurance Co. Ltd and Hongkong Fire Insurance Co. Ltd, 25 June 1956-15 Feb. 1957

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/I21/4/1/289
Scope and Contents Private and confidential material regarding the Lombard Insurance Co. Ltd and its subsidiary the Hongkong Fire Insurance Co. Ltd, including the enquiry launched by Matheson & Co. Ltd into the Lombard Insurance Co. Ltd as a consequence of its poor results. The file contains copies of private and confidential correspondence (and some telegrams) between Matheson & Co. Ltd, London, and Jardine Matheson, Hong Kong; correspondence between Matheson & Co. Ltd and the Alliance Assurance...
Dates: 25 June 1956-15 Feb. 1957
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Correspondence re Lombard Insurance Co. Ltd and Hongkong Fire Insurance Co. Ltd enquiry, 28 Sep. 1956-27 Nov. 1956

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/I21/4/1/290
Scope and Contents Correspondence and related papers regarding an enquiry launched by Matheson & Co. Ltd into the Lombard Insurance Co. Ltd and its subsidiary the Hongkong Fire Insurance Co. Ltd, prompted by the poor results of the Lombard Insurance Co. Ltd. The file contains copies of correspondence (including telegrams) between Matheson & Co. Ltd, London, and Jardine Matheson, Hong Kong (mainly), and the Alliance Assurance Co. Ltd, London, and one letter from H. Flint, Matheson & Co. Ltd, to the...
Dates: 28 Sep. 1956-27 Nov. 1956
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Correspondence re Maltese Cross Insurance Co. Ltd, 1962-1970

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/I21/4/1/300
Scope and Contents

Correspondence and related papers regarding the Maltese Cross Insurance Co. Ltd, a subsidiary of the Lombard Insurance Co. Ltd. The correspondence is comprised of originals and copies of letters to Matheson & Co. Ltd and copies of other letters.

Dates: 1962-1970
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Correspondence re Malvern Insurance Co. Ltd, 1965-1969

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/I21/4/1/301
Scope and Contents Copies of correspondence and related papers regarding discussions with regard to possible cooperation between the Lombard Insurance Co. Ltd and Malvern Insurance Co. Ltd (a subsidiary of the Minster Insurance Co. Ltd, part of the Robert Bradford Group) in respect of the London underwriting business. The file contains a small set of copies of correspondence between Matheson & Co. Ltd, London, and Jardine Matheson, Hong Kong, and many related papers, including reports of discussions...
Dates: 1965-1969
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Current accounts: Southeast Asia, 1821-1879 (mostly 1860s and 1870s)

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/A8/44/5
Scope and Contents

Miscellaneous current accounts, some relating to the Canton Insurance Office, with a few related documents; dated Bangkok, Batavia, Chefoo, Saigon and elsewhere in Southeast Asia. The documents include reference to F.B. French; Charles Hill; Thomas Platt; George Rorie; Tucksing; John Wilson; Behre & Co.; Maclaine, Watson & Co.; Thompson, Roberts & Co.; 'Pathfinder'; 'Siam'; Indochina; Java; Newchwang; Taku; Weuchow; Whampoa; Yingtze; opium; and shipping.

Dates: 1821-1879 (mostly 1860s and 1870s)
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Letters from T.L. Larken and M.A. Macleod, Jan. 1860-Dec. 1860

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/D7/2
Scope and Contents

Copies of letters to Jardine Matheson, Hong Kong, agents of the Canton Insurance Office, from its Foochow agents, T.L. Larken and M.A. Macleod, regarding insurance, and enclosing Foochow, Chin Chew and River Min shipping reports and copies of correspondence with Foochow correspondents, including Bull, Purdon & Co.; John Forster; and Hedge & Co.

Dates: Jan. 1860-Dec. 1860
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Letters re Canton Insurance Office, 1835-1894

 Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/C36
Scope and Contents

Fair copies of letters from Jardine Matheson, Canton, Toon Koo, Macao and Hong Kong (1-18), and press copies of letters to local correspondents in China and Hong Kong (19-30), and to places on the China coast (31-36). C36/1-12, C36/14-18, C36/21-29, C36/35 and C36/36 include indexes of recipients.

Dates: 1835-1894
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Letters re insurance, 1846

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/D2/1/5/3
Scope and Contents

Copies (mostly press copies) of letters from Jardine Matheson, Hong Kong, as general agents of the Canton Insurance Office, to correspondents in Calcutta, Canton, Hong Kong, London, Sydney and elsewhere, with related documents.

Dates: 1846
Conditions Governing Access: Unavailable due to condition.
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Memorandum and articles of association of Lombard Insurance Co. Ltd, 1953

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/I43
Scope and Contents From the Series:

The series contains papers of companies associated with Jardine, Matheson & Co. Ltd, including many records produced by its subsidiaries.

Dates: 1953
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Papers of the Canton Insurance Office, 1827-1914

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/A8/96/22
Scope and Contents From the sub-subseries: Papers of insurance companies for whom Jardine, Matheson & Co. served as agents or managers and documents of related firms. The series contains many insurance policies, as well as a wide range of related material concerned mainly with the shipment of insured goods. The largest set of papers relate to the Canton Insurance Office, and the remaining companies are represented by smaller bundles of documents. The papers originate from Australasia, China, Great Britain, India, Indochina,...
Dates: 1827-1914
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Papers of the Canton Insurance Office, 1868-1955

 Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/I3
Scope and Contents

Papers of the Canton Insurance Office and its successor the Lombard Insurance Co. Ltd.

Dates: 1868-1955
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Reports on shipping, 1857-1870 (mostly 1860)

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/A8/91/9
Scope and Contents

Reports on the condition of vessels, made for the Canton Insurance Office, mostly by Robert McMurdo; dated Hong Kong and elsewhere. There is also related correspondence. The documents include reference to J.B. Hooper; Macao; Whampoa; and surveying.

Dates: 1857-1870 (mostly 1860)
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Weekly and monthly estimates of Canton Insurance Office Ltd, 29 Feb. 1936-23 June 1939

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/I21/9/16
Dates: 29 Feb. 1936-23 June 1939
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf. Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers. Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.