North and Central America (continent)
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The Caribs, 1901 - 1931
File
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 36/5/1
Scope and Contents
This is a large file of research notes on the Caribs, organised partly by chronology and partly by subject, with the plan for a book. It also includes a few pencil sketches of Carib artefacts, one photograph, and copies of the following publications: Bell, Hesketh, ‘Colonial Reports Miscellaneous, No. 21: Report on the Caribs of Dominica’ (London, 1902)‘The Carib Inquiry in Dominica’, ‘The West India Committee Circular’, 17 Mar., 1932‘Conditions in the Carib...
Dates:
1901 - 1931
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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The cathedral, 1910
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3070B/6
Scope and Contents
133 x 81 mm. Showing the cathedral in Hamilton, the building of which was started in 1866 and finally completed in 1911. The cathedral stands on the site of the former Trinity Church which was totally destroyed by fire in 1884.
Dates:
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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The Cathedral, 1912
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3011E/21
Scope and Contents
278 x 200 mm. A view from the road looking up towards the twin-towered west façade of the Cathedral of St. John's, Antigua. The building replaces the earlier church which was destroyed by an earthquake in 1843. The corner stone of the later building was laid in 1845 and the cathedral opened for worship in 1847 although not completed until the following year.
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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The Cathedral Church of St. Anne de Beaupre., 1909
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 14/2887
Scope and Contents
[No print]. Missing.
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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The Cathedral Church of St. Anne de Beaupre., 1909
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 14/2888
Scope and Contents
Half-plate.
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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The Cathedral, Spanish Town, Jamaica., 1879 - 1886
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3073D/48
Scope and Contents
244 x 182 mm. A view showing St Catherine’s Cathedral, a red-brick building erected in 1714. In the foreground is a horse and cart loaded with a barrel.
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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The Cathedral, St. John's, Antigua, 1897
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y307J/12
Scope and Contents
229 x 291 mm (overall), 102 x 130 mm (image). Halftone print. Studio name printed as part of image, print inscribed by hand in ink, au recto, below image. Photograph was taken from a slightly lower vantage point and shows St. John's Cathedral from overlooking other buildings.
Dates:
1897
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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The Causeway linking Portmore, St. Catherine and Kingston was completed in 1969 to facilitate the speedy transportation of the thousands of residents of this area into the Metropolitan area of Kingston, 1959 - 1982
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3073E/5
Scope and Contents
370 x 300 mm. Aerial photograph by J.S. Tyndale-Biscoe.
Dates:
1959 - 1982
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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The Caves, West of Nassau, 1890 - 1895
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3071A/36
Scope and Contents
231 x 179 mm. Showing two Europeans and a Bahamian sitting in a large limestone cave.
Dates:
1890 - 1895
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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The Cemetery, 1902
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y307E/26
Scope and Contents
203 x 153 mm. A view showing the desolate graveyard covered in ash, with burnt trees on the hillside behind.
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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The Chain Rock, 1908-09
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 11/2471
Scope and Contents
Quarter-plate (landscape format). The Narrows, St, John's Harbour. The small rock just showing out of the water is one to which the chain was attached to stretch across the Narrows and stop shipping.
Dates:
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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The Chandiere Falls, 1908-07 - 1908-08
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 9/2026
Scope and Contents
Quarter-plate (landscape format).
Dates:
1908-07 - 1908-08
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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The Chateau de Ramezay, Montreal, 1919
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3062Q/12
Scope and Contents
Coloured, half page by Berthe de Clayes.
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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The Chaudiére Bridge (near Quebec), 1840
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3062R/19
Scope and Contents
185 x 120 mm. This is a black and white print, engraved by R. Brandard from a drawing by W.H. Bartlett, and published by George Virtue. It shows the bridge, both banks of the Ottawa River and the Gatineau Hills in the background.
Dates:
1840
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).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
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Photographs of Canada
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The Church of Beauport, 1909
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 14/2870
Scope and Contents
From the File:
The album now contains photographs numbered in the range 2835-3011 (originally there were 172). Added numbers are: 2801, 2802, 2805-2807, 2400A-G, 2956A, 2962A; not used: 2840, 2855, 2860-2861, 2867, 2872-2873, 2923, 2926-2927, 2935, 2970-2972, 2974-2976, 3000 and 3005; missing 2887. The photographs are not arranged totally in numerical order within the album so that 2962A follows 2931, 2801-2802, 2805-2806, 2400A-G follow 3011. Subjects covered in this album are: Canada:...
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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The Circus, Basseterre, St Kitts, 1915
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3011J/25
Scope and Contents
137 x 90 mm. Coloured postcard.
Dates:
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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The city from the Bay, 1902
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y307E/4
Scope and Contents
191 x 128 mm. A haunting picture of the wreckage of the city of St Pierre, showing the still smoking ruins against a background of scorched hills. The ruins of the cathedral rise above the rest of the charred buildings.
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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[The City from the Bay], 1902-05
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y307I/5
Scope and Contents
80 x 55 mm. The ruins of the Cathedral are seen above the ruined buildings on the waterfront.
Dates:
1902-05
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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[The City from the bay], 1902-05
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y307I/11
Scope and Contents
80 x 55 mm.
Dates:
1902-05
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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The City Hall, Ottawa, 1908-07 - 1908-08
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 9/2027F
Scope and Contents
From the File:
The album now contains photographs numbered in the range 2001-2175 (originally there were 172). Added numbers are: 2103A-B, 2124A; spoiled: 2067, 2077 and 2162; not used: 2123, 2167 and 2171; missing: 2017, 2048, 2050, 2075, 2079, 2103, 2106, 2124A, 2129 and 2170. The photographs are not arranged totally in numerical order within the album so that 2129 follows 2161. Subjects covered in this album are:Canada: voyage in 'Empress of Britain', emigrants, Rimouski, St Lawrence;...
Dates:
1908-07 - 1908-08
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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The City Hall, Ottawa, 1908-07 - 1908-08
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 9/2028F
Scope and Contents
From the File:
The album now contains photographs numbered in the range 2001-2175 (originally there were 172). Added numbers are: 2103A-B, 2124A; spoiled: 2067, 2077 and 2162; not used: 2123, 2167 and 2171; missing: 2017, 2048, 2050, 2075, 2079, 2103, 2106, 2124A, 2129 and 2170. The photographs are not arranged totally in numerical order within the album so that 2129 follows 2161. Subjects covered in this album are:Canada: voyage in 'Empress of Britain', emigrants, Rimouski, St Lawrence;...
Dates:
1908-07 - 1908-08
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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The City Hall, Quebec, 1908-07 - 1908-08
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 9/2010F
Scope and Contents
From the File:
The album now contains photographs numbered in the range 2001-2175 (originally there were 172). Added numbers are: 2103A-B, 2124A; spoiled: 2067, 2077 and 2162; not used: 2123, 2167 and 2171; missing: 2017, 2048, 2050, 2075, 2079, 2103, 2106, 2124A, 2129 and 2170. The photographs are not arranged totally in numerical order within the album so that 2129 follows 2161. Subjects covered in this album are:Canada: voyage in 'Empress of Britain', emigrants, Rimouski, St Lawrence;...
Dates:
1908-07 - 1908-08
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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The cocoanut plant, May 1896, Hillsboro, 1896
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y307H/28
Scope and Contents
76x101mm. View of a coconut seedling.
Dates:
1896
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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The Colonel and self, Bryn du, 14.7.18, 1918-07-14
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/1/110
Scope and Contents
50 x 70 mm. A view of Tymms stood besides a black horse, presumably called 'The Colonel'.
Dates:
1918-07-14
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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The Colonel. Bermuda, December 1908, 1908-12
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3070A/33
Scope and Contents
83 x 139 mm. Showing Colonel F. H. Chapman standing in front of the wall of a house. He was at that time 'the senior military officer for the time being' (Colonial Office List, 1909).
Dates:
1908-12
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).