Synopsis of diaries, 1899-08-01 - 1925-01-01
Scope and Contents
These notes cover Bell’s service as Administrator of Dominica and Acting Governor of the Leeward Islands (1899-1905), Commissioner (Governor) of Uganda (1906-1909), Governor of Northern Nigeria (1909-12), Governor of the Leeward Islands (1912-1916) and Governor of Mauritius (1916-24). Prominent subjects include Bell’s official duties, colleagues, travels, social life and personal affairs (circa 180 sheets).
Dates
- Creation: 1899-08-01 - 1925-01-01
Creator
- From the Fonds: Bell, Sir (Henry Hesketh Joudou, 1864-1952, Knight, colonial governor) (Person)
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Extent
1 volume(s) (1 volume) : paper
Language of Materials
English
Finding aid date
2010-03-25 15:09:27+00:00
Repository Details
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