Family papers
Batstone Family of Cardiff, Papers
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- ReferenceGB 214 D1455
- Dates of Creation1917-1956
- Name of Creator
- Language of MaterialEnglish
- Physical Description1 volume, 2 photographs, 3 papers
Scope and Content
Administrative / Biographical History
Jim Batstone (1871-1956) was born in England. He subsequently moved to Cardiff and lived at Canton and Grangetown and was employed at Cardiff Docks as a ship's painter. He had a keen interest in sport and played bowls for Wales during the 1920s. He also played rugby for Cardiff Rugby Club, served on its committee and became a vice-president of Cardiff Athletic Club. Jim Batstone's son William, was born 1891 in Cardiff and like his father became a ship's painter and later a grocer and publican. William Batstone's son Harold, married Ivy Turner in 1938 and the couple lived at 40 Canada Road, Cardiff
Arrangement
Order at time of deposit retained.
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Acquisition Information
Donated by a family member, June 2017
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Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements
Fair condition
Archivist's Note
Compiled by H Thomas for Glamorgan Archives
Conditions Governing Use
Normal Glamorgan Archives conditions apply.
Appraisal Information
All records which meet the collection policy of Glamorgan Archives have been retained.
Custodial History
The records remained in the custody of the donor until transferred to Glamorgan Archives.
Accruals
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