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Lady Whitby's diary of Sir Lionel Whitby's 'Sims Tour', Australia, May-July 1956, 1956-05-09 - 1956-07-16

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0269/DCPP/WHI/2/3/9

Scope and Contents

Entries show an exhausting round of social engagements, sherry parties and dinners with a constant stream of people, all detailed.

Dates

  • Creation: 1956-05-09 - 1956-07-16

Conditions Governing Access

From the Fonds:

Generally open.

Biographical / Historical

Sir Lionel Whitby was Sims Travelling Professor in 1956, touring Australia and New Zealand. He gave an address on "Devils, Drugs and Doctors" to the Royal College of Surgeons during this tour.

Extent

1 volume(s)

Language of Materials

English

Related Materials

DCPP/WHI/2/3/10

Originator(s)

Whitby, Lady Ethel (1898-1994) physician

Finding aid date

2019-09-13 16:45:26+00:00

Repository Details

Part of the Downing College Repository

Contact:
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