This small collection contains the commonplace book of Thomas Metcalfe of Doncaster. Entries relate mainly to farming and gardening. There are a few recipes and several pages of handwriting practice.
Commonplace book of Thomas Metcalfe
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- ReferenceGB 50 U DX54
- Dates of Creation1807
- Name of Creator
- Language of MaterialEnglish
- Physical Description1 volume
Scope and Content
Administrative / Biographical History
There are no available biographical details for Thomas Metcalfe, however, judging by his commonplace book it could be assumed that he was a farmer in the Doncaster area, with an interest in both arable and pastoral farming.
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Custodial History
Donated as part of the Busby Hall library, June 1963