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North and Central America (continent)

 Subject
Subject Source: Local sources

Found in 5473 Collections and/or Records:

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White River Falls, St Ann’s, Jamaica, 1879 - 1886

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3073D/66
Scope and Contents

183 x 123 mm. A view looking up-river towards the Falls, which are set among thick forest vegetation.

Dates: 1879 - 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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White servants, MS extracts from Proceedings of Council, Barbados, 1653- 81, and other sources, 1908 - 1915

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 259/7/21-22
Scope and Contents

Substantial collection.

Dates: 1908 - 1915
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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White Snake Falls, 1908-08 - 1908-09

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 10/2183
Scope and Contents From the File: The album now contains photographs numbered in the range 2176-2336 (originally there were 163). Added numbers are: 2214A, 2214B and 2306A; not used: 2242; missing: 2184, 2217 and 2227. Subjects covered in the album are: Canada: mountain scenes in Kootenay district; British Columbia: Saddleback Mountain, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake, Summit Lake, Yoho Valley, Wapta Glacier, Illecilliwaet Glacier; Edmonton: agricultural scenes in area, Clover Bar farms and school; Fort...
Dates: 1908-08 - 1908-09
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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Whiteheaded Sea Eagles, 1908-09 - 1908-10

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 12/2626
Scope and Contents

From the coast near Vancouver, Stanley Park, Vancouver.

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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Whiteheaded Sea Eagles, 1908-09 - 1908-10

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 12/2627
Scope and Contents

From the coast near Vancouver, Stanley Park, Vancouver.

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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Whitemouth, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 13/2751
Scope and Contents

Landscape format. East of Winnipeg.

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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Whiteshell Forest Reserve, south-eastern Manitoba, 1950 - 1967

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3062E/111
Scope and Contents

Showing lake, cliffs and forest in the Whiteshell Reserve.

Dates: 1950 - 1967
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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Wichita Mts, 5/5/18, 1918-05-05

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/1/30
Scope and Contents

60 x 40 mm. Three men standing on top of the Wichita Mountains.

Dates: 1918-05-05
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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Wichita Mts, 6/5/18, 1918

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/1/26
Scope and Contents

60 x 40 mm. Showing three men in uniform sat on a rocky outcrop. A mountain is faintly visible in the far background. Perhaps the caption refers to 'Wichita Mountains'.

Dates: 1918
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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William Clark: farmer, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 14/2914
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format). Old Cornish stock, just driven into Charlottetown from his 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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Willie Miller - a 4-H Club member exhibiting his project, 1940 - 1949

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3011U/550A
Scope and Contents From the Fonds: A collection of loose prints. The prints are mainly British official photographs representing aspects of development in the colonies and are chiefly 250 x 200 mm. Captions on the reverse, including the names of institutions, have been recorded as found and may include language which is offensive, inaccurate or inappropriate. They have been retained to reflect the context of the collection's creation. The prints fall into subject collections.Nigeria: 1 - 8 Udi Village; 9-20 Ogwofia...
Dates: 1940 - 1949
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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Wills: brief notes on 17th century to 18th century wills, 1908 - 1915

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 259/14/4
Scope and Contents From the Fonds: Davis had a life-long interest in the history of the West Indies and more specifically of Barbados, and this collection comprises a vast body of material gathered by him from archives in Britain, the Caribbean and Europe. He contributed many historical articles to newspapers and periodicals in British Guiana [Guyana], Barbados and the United States. His intention to compose a comprehensive history of the West Indies was frustrated by ill health. Titles and captions, including the names of...
Dates: 1908 - 1915
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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Wills respecting wearing apparel and household furniture in Barbados, 1908 - 1915

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 259/2/5
Scope and Contents

19 sheets.

Dates: 1908 - 1915
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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Windmill on Sugar Estate (old style), 1900 - 1920

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3072D/6
Scope and Contents From the Fonds:

Packet of '12 Real Photograph Snap-Shots' showing views of Barbados, British West Indies. The matt sepia photos measure 60 x 85mm each, and the captions are printed on the backs. Produced by Raphael Tuck and Sons ltd.

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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Windmill, sugar works, 'Springhall', St Lucy, Barbados, 1905

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3072A/17
Scope and Contents

204 x 143 mm. Showing the windmill and other refinery buildings with workers leading bullock teams loaded with cane towards the refinery. The Spring Hall Estate lies in the centre of St Lucy Parish in northern Barbados.

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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Windrow of tree branches in the Park, 1902

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y307E/8
Scope and Contents

202 x 151 mm. A view showing piles of trunks and branches in the park, with a man standing at the right of the picture and ruined buildings in the background.

Dates: 1902
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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Windsor, 1919

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3062Q/141
Scope and Contents From the Fonds: A limp-bound book, number 36 of a numbered edition of 100, containing photogravure plates and coloured illustrations by various artists. Each page is preceded by a sheet containing the title and description; in most cases only the title is given in the typescript catalogue. Unless otherwise stated, the illustrations are full-page sepia photogravure, approximately 225 x 175 mm; the half-page coloured illustrations are c.125 x 85 mm.The title page reads 'His Royal Highness the Prince...
Dates: 1919
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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Windsor Hotel, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 13/2728
Scope and Contents

At Illicilliwaet [i.e. Illecillewaet].

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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Windsor Street Station, Montreal, 1919

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3062Q/148
Scope and Contents From the Fonds: A limp-bound book, number 36 of a numbered edition of 100, containing photogravure plates and coloured illustrations by various artists. Each page is preceded by a sheet containing the title and description; in most cases only the title is given in the typescript catalogue. Unless otherwise stated, the illustrations are full-page sepia photogravure, approximately 225 x 175 mm; the half-page coloured illustrations are c.125 x 85 mm.The title page reads 'His Royal Highness the Prince...
Dates: 1919
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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Windward coast, 1972-09

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Marnham AA/55
Scope and Contents

[From the air].

Dates: 1972-09
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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Windward Coast, St. Vincent [i.e. Saint Vincent], 1890 - 1900

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30773A/1
Scope and Contents

MISSING 11/4/03. 239 x 191mm. A view looking along the rocky eastern coastline of Saint Vincent. A rather uninspired photograph.

Dates: 1890 - 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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Windward Islands Constitutional Conference Held in London, 1966-04

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/COI/A/617
Scope and Contents

204 x 151 mm. Delegates from Dominica, St Lucia, St. Vincent and Grenada recently attended the Windward Islands Constitutional Conference at Lancaster House in London. Pictured here is Mr E.T. Joshua, St Vincent’s Chief Minister and Minister of Finance, at the conference table.

Dates: 1966-04
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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Windward Islands Constitutional Conference Held in London, 1966-04

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/COI/A/618
Scope and Contents

204 x 151 mm. Pictured here is Mr. H.A. Blaize, Grenada’s Chief Minister and Minister of Finance, at the conference table.

Dates: 1966-04
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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Windward Islands Constitutional Conference Held in London, 1966-04

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/COI/A/619
Scope and Contents

139 x 197 mm. Pictured here are the Chief Ministers of the four territories with Mr. Fred Lee, Britain’s Secretary of State for the Colonies: (from left to right) Mr. J.G.M. Compton (St Lucia), Mr. E.T. Joshua (St Vincent), Mr. Fred Lee, Mr. E.O. Le Branc (Dominica) and Mr. H.A. Blaize (Grenada).

Dates: 1966-04
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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Windward Islands Constitutional Conference Held in London, 1966-04

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/COI/A/620
Scope and Contents

193 x 144 mm. Pictured here is Mrs. E.T. Joshua, the only woman delegate at the conference. A member of the St. Vincent Legislative Council, she is the wife of St. Vincent’s Chief Minister.

Dates: 1966-04
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).