Account book of Robert Williams, Brondanw which gives a very vivid picture of a gentleman farmers' credits and debits in the early 18th century. Includes some interesting details such as how many days the oxen were ploughing out, particulars of hiring and of fairs and cattle prices.
Account Book of Robert Williams, Brondanw
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- Dates of Creation1710-1725
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- Language of MaterialEnglish.
- Physical Description1 item
Scope and Content
Administrative / Biographical History
Robert Williams of Brondanw in the parish of Llanfrothen, Merioneth was succeeded by his son William Williams who died in 1778. Brondanw is located 5 miles north of Portmeirion and from 1908 was the home of Sir Clough Williams-Ellis.
Arrangement
Incorporated into the General Collection of Bangor Manuscripts
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Acquisition Information
Acquired by the University of Wales Bangor in 1929.
Note
Description compiled by Elen Wyn Simpson, January 2004. Amended March 2004.
Other Finding Aids
A typescript catalogue is available at the Archives Department of the University of Wales Bangor. Reference number : General Collection of Bangor Manuscripts 483
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Usual copyright conditions apply. Reprographics are made at the discretion of the Archivist.
Bibliography
Plas Brondanw by Bob Owen, Croesor, Journal of the Merioneth Historical and Record Society, 1959, p.p. 250-262