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Subject Source: Local sources

Found in 16197 Collections and/or Records:

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Talipot Palm Avenue, Peradeniya, 1907

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 1/87
Scope and Contents

Half-plate. (Mr Willis, the Director in foreground). [John Christopher Willis (1868-1958), Senior Assistant in Botany, Glasgow University 1894-1896; Director of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya 1896-1911; Director of the Botanic Gardens, Rio de Janeiro 1912-1915; author of various botanical publications].

Dates: 1907
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).
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Talipot palm in flower, Ceylon, 1870 - 1900

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y302A/16
Scope and Contents

212 x 266 mm. View from a hillside looking out over a valley, with a flowering talipot palm in the foreground. Exact location unknown. Photographer unknown, either Scowen & Co. or W.L.H. Skeen & Co.

Dates: 1870 - 1900
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).
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Talipot palm shelter, 1984

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 365/5/20
Scope and Contents

508 x 381 mm. watercolour. It illustrates a rough talipot palm hut, which often was the only shelter enjoyed by pioneer tea and coffee planters before a more comfortable hut or log cabin could be built.

Dates: 1984
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).
 Sub-Fonds

Talk on Sarawak, 1912

 Sub-Fonds
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 63/22
Scope and Contents

The original transcript of a talk given to the Royal Scottish Geographical Society, comprising a title page and 58 pages of text.

Dates: 1912
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).
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TALUIN RAJA WAN KHYOP, (Talaing Ya-zawin-chok), Abridged Mon History, 1832

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 65/8/10
Scope and Contents

European paper book, stitched but not bound, 240 x 300 mm, 24 lines to a folio in black ink on right-hand sides, with some pencil annotations in English and sketches on left-hand sides. Dated Moulmein, 29 Nov 1832.

A translation into Burmese of a Mon history by Hsaye-daw A-thwa, covering the period to B.E. 1125 (1763 A.D.). Translation dated B.E. 1194 (1832 A.D.).

Dates: 1832
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).
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Tama Bulan, a Kenyah Chief, 1900

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3035A/40
Scope and Contents

103 x 147 mm. Head and shoulders portrait of Tama Bulan, wearing the decorated fez-like hat.

Dates: 1900
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).
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Tama Kulieng, a Chief of the Batang Kyan River, 1900

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3035A/41
Scope and Contents

104 x 147 mm. Head and shoulders portrait of Tama Kulieng, a chief from Dutch Borneo. He was also known as Boi Jalong.

Dates: 1900
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).
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Tama Usong, Chief of the Uma Poh Kayans, 1900

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3035A/100
Scope and Contents

104 x 147 mm. Full face head and shoulders portrait of Tama Usong, the leading Kayan chief of the Baram District.

Dates: 1900
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).
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Tamarind, K. Bahru [i.e. Kota Baharu], changing leaves, 1930

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3031M/432
Scope and Contents

Showing a large tree with buildings beneath.

Dates: 1930
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).
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Tame lion, Aden [i.e. Adan], 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3011B(LS)/155
Scope and Contents

A view showing a young lion sitting on a verandah with an unidentified figure standing at the right.

Dates: 1909
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).
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Tamil, 1870 - 1879

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3022G/19
Scope and Contents

92 x 137 mm. Full length studio portrait of a woman.

Dates: 1870 - 1879
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).
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Tamil, 1870 - 1879

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3022G/20
Scope and Contents

91 x 144 mm. Full length studio portrait of a bearded Cinghalese wearing a ‘skirt’ of patterned cloth and a circular hat of woven straw. Photograph by Scowen & Co.

Dates: 1870 - 1879
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).
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Tamil, 1870 - 1879

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3022G/29
Scope and Contents

90 x 138 mm. Half length seated studio portrait of a Tamil woman. Photograph by Scowen & Co.

Dates: 1870 - 1879
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).
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Tamil, 1886

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y303P/23
Scope and Contents

94x140mm.

Dates: 1886
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).
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Tamil children, 1870 - 1879

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3022G/32
Scope and Contents

130 x 96 mm. Group portrait. Photograph by Scowen & Co.

Dates: 1870 - 1879
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).
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Tamil children, 1886

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y303P/19
Scope and Contents

131x95mm.

Dates: 1886
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).
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Tamil funeral, 1936

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/BAM 1/144
Scope and Contents

78 x 54 mm. Showing a procession of Tamils walking along a road bearing a coffin.

Dates: 1936
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).
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Tamil funeral procession, Kandy, 1907

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 1/107
Scope and Contents

Quarter- plate.

Dates: 1907
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).
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Tamil girl, 1907

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/BAM 17/137
Scope and Contents

65 x 86 mm. Full length portrait of young Tamil child.

Dates: 1907
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).
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[Tamil girl, Sri Lanka], 1880 - 1889

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y302B/56
Scope and Contents

214 x 267 mm. Three quarter length portrait of a Tamil girl running her fingers through her hair. Photograph by W.H.L Skeen and Co.

Dates: 1880 - 1889
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).
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Tamil Nad Theological College, Nazareth: opening a book package from CMS London, 1953, 1953

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/CMS/2/3/22
Scope and Contents

155 x 114 mm. glossy print with 206 x 159 mm. copy and 35 mm. negative.

Dates: 1953
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).
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Tamil Nad Theological College, Nazareth: the Principal and other members of staff, 1952

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/CMS/2/3/14
Scope and Contents

157 x 114 mm. matt print with copy and 56 mm. negative.

Dates: 1952
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).
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Tamil Nad Theological College, Nazareth: the Principal and staff, 1952

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/CMS/2/3/15
Scope and Contents

157 x 113 mm. matt print.

Dates: 1952
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).
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Tamil oil extracting plant, 1920 - 1925

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30311B/42
Scope and Contents

135 x 85 mm.

Dates: 1920 - 1925
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).
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Tamil woman, 1907

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/BAM 17/131
Scope and Contents

52 x 117 mm. Full length portrait.

Dates: 1907
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).