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Cambridge University and local history, 1870 - 1930

 Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0269/DCPP/KEN/2/5/3

Scope and Contents

Notes and cuttings re Cambridge University life and traditions and Cambridge city history. Includes postcard photo inscribed 'This, the last wooden spoon was presented at once by the winner to his College (St. Johns): although the handle is an oar which he had won in rowing.'

Dates

  • Creation: 1870 - 1930

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

From the Management Group:

Some records series are subject to confidentiality restrictions with the following closure periods: 30 years from date of creation for general administration files, legal records and financial files; 50 years from date of creation for governmental records, including papers of the College Governing Body and College Council, and constituent committees; 100 years from date of creation for personal and personnel records, including tutorial files, staff and fellows files and appointment records, personal finance and pension records. In addition sensitive correspondence and papers concerning College affairs such as disputes and disciplinary matters are closed for 100 years. Restrictions apply on some personal and private papers.

Extent

1 bundle(s) (Bundle) : Paper

Language of Materials

English

Arrangement

No arrangement.

General

Info from Dr Chris Stray, Swansea University: Here he is standing, in Stokes he is sitting. Both photos probably by W A Crisp of KP, who I think made the spoon.

Date information

DateText: Dates reflect Dr. Kenny's working life..

Originator(s)

Kenny, Courtney Stanhope (1847-1930)

Finding aid date

2001-05-30 11:45:37+00:00

Repository Details

Part of the Downing College Repository

Contact:
Downing College Archive
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