Personal and genealogical papers, 1822-1952, of Sir William Goscombe John, together with some genealogical notes, [1970x1990], compiled by a descendant.
They include various certificates, diplomas and passports, 1870-1913; ephemera relating to the unveiling of statues in Liverpool and Cardiff, 1905, 1909; press cuttings, [1889]-1939; and the text of a broadcast tribute to him, 16 December 1952, by Rollo Charles (ff. 63-64). Genealogical papers comprise transcripts and other memoranda, from sources including Wenvoe parish registers, in his own hand, [20 cent, first ½] (ff. 2-6), and in another hand, [1970x1990] (ff. 1, 7-12, 14); the title page of Y Bibl Santaidd (Carmarthen, 1822) containing John family genealogical memoranda, 1823-[1834] (f. 13 recto-verso); and a printed family register for the John family, [19 cent, third ¼] (f. 15).
Personal papers of W. Goscombe John,
This material is held atNational Library of Wales / Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru
- Reference
- GB 210 NLW MS 23750E.
- Alternative Id.(alternative) vtls004980580
- Dates of Creation
- 1822-1952, [1970x1990].
- Physical Description
- 64 ff. Guarded and filed at NLW.
- Location
- ARCH/MSS (GB0210)
Scope and Content
Arrangement
Arranged broadly chronologically at NLW.
Note
Title based on contents.
Genealogical memoranda in an unidentified hand postdate John's death.
Last date surmised from handwriting and paper.
Preferred citation: NLW MS 23750E.
Additional Information
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