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North and Central America (continent)

 Subject
Subject Source: Local sources

Found in 5483 Collections and/or Records:

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Austin, U.S. S.M.A. 25.8.18, 1918-08-25

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/1/121
Scope and Contents

90 x 60 mm. A view of troops lined in the street, accompanied by drums.

Dates: 1918-08-25
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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Austin (Watts and Lieut. Porch), 27.8.18, 1918-08-27

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/1/123
Scope and Contents

90 x 60 mm. A view of Watts and Lieutenant Porch beside an automobile, parked in the road beside a wood. They are both looking at what is presumably a map.

Dates: 1918-08-27
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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Autograph letters, 1890 - 1937

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 36/5/11
Scope and Contents

A collection of autograph letters with a list compiled by Bell. Those of particular interest include eight letters from Neville Chamberlain, whom Bell met in the Bahamas in 1895, and nine letters from Robert Dolbey, the army medical officer and Professor of Surgery at the University of Cairo, whom Bell appointed as his literary executor (circa 150 sheets).

Dates: 1890 - 1937
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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Autumn in Truro Park, Nova Scotia, 1908-09 - 1908-10

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 12/2535
Scope and Contents

Half-plate.

Dates: 1908-09 - 1908-10
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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Autumn in Truro Park, Nova Scotia, 1908-09 - 1908-10

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 10/5/2535
Scope and Contents

350 x 250 mm.

Dates: 1908-09 - 1908-10
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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Avenue of Cabbage Palms, Belleville, 1905

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3072A/16
Scope and Contents

144 x 202 mm. A view looking along a palm-lined road in the Bridgetown suburb of Belleville.

Dates: 1905
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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Avenue of Palm Trees, 1900 - 1920

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3072D/11
Scope and Contents

85 x 60 mm.

Dates: 1900 - 1920
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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Avenue of Spanish Laurel, near Library, 1879 - 1910

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y307G/13
Scope and Contents

226 x 175 mm. A view in a Nassau park showing a row of Spanish Laurels. Pencilled caption on the reverse reads: 'Indian fig trees (ficus netida) Nassau Bahamas'.

Dates: 1879 - 1910
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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Avro 748 at Melvill [i.e. Melville] Hall, 1972-10

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Marnham DD/20
Scope and Contents From the File:

Contains slides all in Kodachrome mounts. The early photographs include scenes during a visit by J.B. Godber, Minister of State at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and his Private Secretary; some leading political figures are also shown. Slides have been renumbered but arrangement in the file remains as per the original typescript catalogue.

Dates: 1972-10
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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Avro 748 coming into Melvill [i.e. Melville] Hall, 1972-10

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Marnham DD/19
Scope and Contents From the File:

Contains slides all in Kodachrome mounts. The early photographs include scenes during a visit by J.B. Godber, Minister of State at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and his Private Secretary; some leading political figures are also shown. Slides have been renumbered but arrangement in the file remains as per the original typescript catalogue.

Dates: 1972-10
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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Awarded Bouquet, 1957-04-11 - 1957-04-13

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3011XX/172
Scope and Contents 255 x 200 mm. Shows Lady Arthur receiving a bouquet from a young girl. The typescript caption attached to the reverse of the print continues: 'Obviously pleased by the proceedings, Lady Arthur accepts a bouquet from a young resident of George Town, Exuma. Lady Arthur and the Bahamas' new governor, Sir Raynor Arthur, K. C. M. G. , C. V. O., visited George Town to witness the Fourth Annual Out Regatta, April 11-13, which is limited to native work boats of the Bahamas. -30-'. The caption...
Dates: 1957-04-11 - 1957-04-13
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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Ayshire Cattle, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 14/2915
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format). And two year old bull on Mr Eastons farm near Charottetown, P.E.I. Yearlings and two year olds.

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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Ayshire Cattle, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 14/2916
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format). And two year old bull on Mr Eastons farm near Charlottetown. P.E.I.

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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Ayshire Cattle, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 14/2917
Scope and Contents

Landscape format. And two year old bull on Mr Eastons farm near Charlottetown. P.E.I. The big Ayshire bull on Mr Eastons farm near Charlottetown, P.E.I.

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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Ayshire Cattle, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 14/2918
Scope and Contents

Landscape format. And two year old bull on Mr Eastons farm near Charlottetown. P.E.I. Ayrshire bull and cow on Mr Eastons farm.

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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Back view of Kingston Harbour, 1880 - 1889

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y307H/3
Scope and Contents

220x133mm. View looking over the rooftops of Kingston towards the harbour. The street running south towards the harbour, with the London Hotel in the foreground, is unidentified (?possibly East Street).

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).
 Series

Bahamas, 1956-04-01 - 1960-06-14

 Series
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3011XX/168-225
Scope and Contents

A series of photographs showing Raynor Arthur's official duties (including several images of Government house) and his leisure time, taken during his office as Governor and Commander in Chief of the Bahamas. Sir Raynor Arthur arrived on 1 April 1956 and left on retirement on 14 June 1960. Most of these photographs are by the Bahamas News Bureau and are approximately 255 x 200 mm, unless otherwise stated.

Dates: 1956-04-01 - 1960-06-14
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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Bahamas, 1957 - 1959

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/ARCS/4/27/7
Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series:

When the RES Headquarters was rebuilt in 1934-36, gifts of timber for panelling and furnishing were obtained from Empire Governments, companies and individuals. Many were destroyed during the bombing of 1941 and replacement gifts were received. This file coordinates pre and post-war correspondence.

Dates: 1957 - 1959
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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Bahamas becomes Commonwealth under new Constitution, 1968-09

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/COI/A/31
Scope and Contents 150 x 205 mm. At the closing of the Bahamas Constitutional Conference in Marlborough House, London, Secretary of State for Commonwealth Affairs Mr. George Thomson signs the document setting up the Commonwealth of the Bahama Islands. With Mr. Thomson are (left) Bahamas Prime Minister Mr. Lynden Pindling and Lord Grey of Naunton, for whom the signing of the document was his final act as Governor of the Bahamas. Other signatories were Opposition Leader Sir Roland Symonette and Mr. Randol...
Dates: 1968-09
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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Bahamas Conference, 1963-05

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/COI/A/26
Scope and Contents

156 x 203 mm. A general view of the Bahamas Constitutional Conference which opened in London at the Colonial Office recently.

Dates: 1963-05
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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Bahamas Constitutional Conference, 1963-05

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/COI/A/23
Scope and Contents

164 x 218 mm. The Bahamas Constitutional Conference opened at the Colonial Office in London recently. In this picture are, from left: Mr. G.A.D. Johnstone, Mr. G.K. Kelly, The Honourable S.L. Sands, Sir Roland Symonette, The Honourable D.E. d’Albenas, Mr. P.D. Graham and Mr. R.M. Solomon, all Members of the House of Assembly representing the United Bahamian Party.

Dates: 1963-05
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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Bahamas Constitutional Conference, 1968-09-19

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/COI/A/29
Scope and Contents 237 x 189 mm. Secretary of State for Commonwealth Affairs, Mr. George Thomson, greets Mr. Lynden O. Pindling, Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism and Development of the Bahamas, on his arrival at Marlborough House this morning for the official opening of the 1968 Bahamas Constitutional Conference. The opening ceremony of the Conference was presided over by Mr. Thomson. The Conference will also be attended by Lord Grey of Naunton, Governor of the Bahamas and Sir Francis Cumming Bruce, The...
Dates: 1968-09-19
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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Bahamas Constitutional Conference, 1968-09-19

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/COI/A/30
Scope and Contents

187 x 289 mm. The opening ceremony of the Conference was presided over by Secretary of State for the Commonwealth, Mr George Thomson (left, centre, wearing spectacles.) Sitting opposite Mr. Thomson is Mr. Lynden O Pindling (seventh from bottom right), who is Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism and Development of the Bahamas.

Dates: 1968-09-19
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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Bahamas Constitutional Conference in London, 1963-05

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/COI/A/22
Scope and Contents

152 x 206 mm. The Bahamas Constitutional Conference opened at the Colonial Office in London recently. In this picture are, from left: M. L.O. Pindling, Mr. P.L. Adderley, Mr. A.D. Hanna (all Members of the Legislative Council, representing the Progressive Liberal Party), and Mr. R.F. Fawkes, Member of the House of Assembly, Representing the Labour Party.

Dates: 1963-05
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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Bahamas Constitutional Conference opens in London, 1963-05

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/COI/A/21
Scope and Contents

152 x 207 mm. The Bahamas Constitutional Conference opened at the Colonial Office in London recently. In this picture are, from left: Mr K.G.L. Isaacs, Solicitor General, Bahamas; Sir Robert Stapledon, (wearing spectacles), Governor of the Bahamas; Mr. Nigel Fisher, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Colonial Office; Mr. A.R. Thomas, Assistant Under-Secretary of State, Colonial Office; Mr. J.A. Peck, Legal Division, Colonial Office.

Dates: 1963-05
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).