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1st Lord Acton: collections concerning the Council of Trent, 1868-73. In Italian, Latin, German, English and French., 1868 - 1873
File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.4887
Dates:
Other: 1868 - 1873
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
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2 postcards from Joseph Needham to Dorothy Needham, 1939
File
Reference Code: GBR/1928/NRI/NRI2/5/13/2
Scope and Contents
These are black and white postcards of Mantes-sur-Seine. One shows 'Le Pont et la Seine' and the other shows the 'Eglise Notre-Dame.' Dorothy Needham was on holiday in Scotland.
Dates:
1939
Found in:
Needham Research Institute
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Academy of Ancient Music: review for UK, US and other foreign concerts, 1979 - 1987
File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10096/4/3
Dates:
1979 - 1987
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
The archive is not yet fully catalogued. Some materials are subject to access restrictions. To discuss consultation please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk or music@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
Series
Accounting and related papers, 1798-1969 (with some photocopies made in 1983)
Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/A
Scope and Contents
This series contains accounts of Jardine Matheson, & Co. Ltd, its subsidiaries and associated firms, and other business records, including reports and minutes. The series is divided into three main sections:1. A1-6 contain the principal accounting records of Jardine Matheson, including the records of Magniac and Co. and its predecessors.2. A7-8 contain miscellaneous material not relating directly to the main series.3. A9 contains later accounts, reports and...
Dates:
1798-1969 (with some photocopies made in 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.
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
Sub-Series
Addresses and Medals from Universities and Learned Societies
Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/1058/STO/5/2
Scope and Contents
These items were originally gathered together by Ellis Minns (and his original label remains with the items) and also include honorary doctorates and memberships of learned societies. The arrangement has been maintained.
Found in:
Pembroke College Library
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Adversaria physica: auditones quotidianæ, Sepr. 1630, 1630 - 1650
File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Dd.05.25
Scope and Contents
A collection of recipes by Theodore Turquet de Mayerne, in his handwriting, with his modifications to the recipes denoted by his monogram appended. It includes prescriptions for cosmetics and washes and for preservation of flowers, etc.
Dates:
1630 - 1650
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Collection:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
Sub-Series
Albums of press cuttings, 1918 - 1951
Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0272/LLK/1/5
Scope and Contents
The albums in this sub-series cover Lydia Lopokova Keynes's career as a ballerina and actress; her marriage to J.M. Keynes, 1925; events, such as the Liberal Party Summer School, 1929, or the Bretton Woods Conference, 1944, attended with J.M. Keynes; and her public appearances after his death.
Dates:
1918 - 1951
Sub-Series
Alphabetical files I, 1926 - 1992
Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0272/GS/5/1
Scope and Contents
This sub-series contains original correspondence received, with occasional carbons or photocopies of George Salt's replies. The files also include correspondents' off-prints and carbons of two brief papers by George Salt.
Dates:
1926 - 1992
Sub-Series
Alphabetical files II, 1927 - 2002
Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0272/GS/5/2
Scope and Contents
This sub-series contains original letters received, apparently of less significance than those catalogued as GS/5/1 and in the main of more recent origin. Occasionally, these include carbons or photocopies of George Salt's replies. The academic letters are mainly requests for off-prints of George Salt's work in entomology.
Dates:
1927 - 2002
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Art Annuals, 1977 - 1983
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/2/2/1/2
Scope and Contents
A collection of art annuals and another book that feature Luck & Flaw illustrations, which were previously published in various outlets and as advertisements.The following are present:1. European Illustration '77 '78: The Fourth Annual, edited by Edward Booth-Clibborn. Pages 11, 12, 34, 35 and 41 hold images of illustrations.2. European Illustration '82 '83: The Ninth Annual, edited by Edward...
Dates:
Publication: 1977 - 1983
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Access to the collection is restricted pending cataloguing. Researchers wishing to access the collection require permission from the Keeper of Archives and Modern Manuscripts and will need to sign a Data Release form. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
Sub-Series
Art Portfolios, 1960 - 1975
Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/1/2/1/1
Scope and Contents
Five portfolios that contain a large array of original drawings, woodcut prints, publication proofs, posters, and other items; all of which either feature artwork produced by Roger Law or relate in some fashion to his professional activities with various publications, organisations and companies. There are also some items that were made in collaboration with Deirdre Amsden.
Dates:
1960 - 1975
Conditions Governing Access:
See sub-level descriptions for any information on access restrictions or closures of material.
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
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Articles in French and German from various sources on solar flare prediction, 1939 - 1955
File
Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 64/171
Scope and Contents
Comprises: several articles by W. Gleissberg at the Istanbul Observatory; article from Astrophysik, ‘Eine gleischung fur die [Sonnenfleckencurve]’; two extracts from Naturewissenschaften, ‘Naehweis des achtzigjahugen Sonnenfleckenzyklus in alten Nordlichtbeobachtungen’, 1953, and ‘Vorlaupige Bestimmung der nuttleren lange des SOjahrigen Sonnenfleckenzyklus’, 1955; article from Astrophysik, ‘Der rythmus der zonenwanderung der Sonnenflecken. Also contains several publications of the Istanbul...
Dates:
1939 - 1955
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Management Group:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
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Articles on astronomy, 1883 - 1960
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 16/228
Scope and Contents
Reprinted articles and one typescript in English, French and German regarding comets, satellites and other astronomical subjects.
Dates:
1883 - 1960
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Management Group:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
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Articles on astronomy, 1930 - 1962
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 16/253
Scope and Contents
Reprinted articles and a few typescripts, in English, French, German, Italian and Russian, on miscellaneous astronomical subjects.
Dates:
1930 - 1962
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Management Group:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
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Articles on calculating orbits and perturbations, 1927 - 1961
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 16/245
Scope and Contents
Printed articles in English, French, German, Italian and Russian regarding the calculation of orbits and perturbations.
Dates:
1927 - 1961
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Management Group:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
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Articles on celestial mechanics, 1934 - 1975
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 16/229
Scope and Contents
Reprinted articles and several typescripts and manuscripts in English, French and German regarding celestial mechanics and other astronomical subjects.
Dates:
1934 - 1975
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Management Group:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
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Articles on celestial mechanics, 1925 - 1968
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 16/257
Scope and Contents
Reprinted articles on celestial mechanics, in English, French, German and other languages.
Dates:
1925 - 1968
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Management Group:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
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Articles on eclipses and occultations, 1927 - 1966
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 16/248
Scope and Contents
Reprinted articles and typescripts in English, French, German and Russian regarding eclipses and occultations, with a few additional items.
Dates:
1927 - 1966
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Management Group:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
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Articles on navigation and surveying, 1875 - 1963
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 16/246
Scope and Contents
Reprinted articles and several typescripts in English, French, German and Portuguese on navigation and surveying, with a few additional items.
Dates:
1875 - 1963
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Management Group:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
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Articles on time measurement, 1938 - 1967
File
Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 16/254
Scope and Contents
Reprinted articles and some additional papers, in English, French and German, on the measurement of time.
Dates:
1938 - 1967
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Management Group:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
Series
Artwork, 1960 - 1975
Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/1/2/1
Scope and Contents
Artwork produced by Roger Law in a professional capacity. The material present has been split into three main sections: art portfolios, The Establishment nightclub murals/giant cartoon strips, and woodcuts.
Dates:
1960 - 1975
Conditions Governing Access:
See sub-level descriptions for any information on access restrictions or closures of material.
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
Class
Assorted printed matter, mostly on geological and botanical subjects, 1838 - 1879
Class
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS DAR 136
Scope and Contents
This class comprises a collection of printed publications loosely on geology and botany. The subject matter includes water movement in plants, hay fever, pollens, fertilisation of orchids and geological surveys.
Dates:
1838 - 1879
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Some material in the Darwin archive is not available because it is unfit for production and access to some very fragile material may only be possible with support from specialist conservation staff. Please see descriptions for further details.
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
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Astronomical methods and instruments, 1878 - 1887
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 6/177
Scope and Contents
Correspondence with Airy and W.H.M. Christie concerning new astronomical techniques; requests for instruments and information; the testing of various instruments, such as a siderostat, telescopes and a driving clock; and the finding of the longitude. The correspondents include W. De La Rue, W. Huggins, S.P. Langley, Sir R.S. Ball, R.L.J. Ellery, E.K. Abbe, H.H. Turner and various lesser known scientists. There is a photograph of a negative of a plan of Flamsteed's equatorial sector, a...
Dates:
1878 - 1887
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Management Group:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
Series
B, c. 1733-2017
Series
Reference Code: GBR/1058/COL/11/2
Scope and Contents
Material relating to those with a surname beginning 'B'.
Dates:
c. 1733-2017
Found in:
Pembroke College Library
Item
Blue notebook presented to Ida Farrer, 1873 - 1880
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10403/4
Scope and Contents
Blue leather bound notebook embossed with 'Ida Farrer, November 7th 1873'. The notebook was presented to Ida Farrer on her 19th birthday by Emma Schau (1822-1898), a Danish citizen employed in the Farrer household as a governess, with an inscription in French which has been translated as follows:I am presenting you this little album, my beloved Ida, as a souvenir of the five years of pure joy and happiness that you gave me. It is aimed at enclosing the beautiful...
Dates:
1873 - 1880
Found in:
Cambridge University Library