Research notes compiled by Hugh Murray relating to Lord Mayors of York and other civic officials. Please see file level descriptions for more details information about the contents of this series.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Papers relating to York Civic Trust, including meeting minutes, agendas, financial papers and project papers. Also includes papers relating to the Sheldon Memorial Trust Awards and Bishophill Action Plan 1972, which were co-located with the Civic Trust papers.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Research notes relating to public houses, schools and postcards relating to York.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Research notes relating to bellmen and bellringers in York.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Collection of research files compiled by Hugh Murray, where the contents cannot be easily distributed into collated series. Please see individual file level descriptions for details of the contents of this very varied series.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes papers on the Boer War and First World War memorials in York. Please see file descriptions for more detailed information.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Series of talks, and research notes for talks, compiled by Hugh Murray during the course of his work as a local historian. Please see file level descriptions for more detailed information about the contents of this series.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Research notes on stained glass painters and stained glass windows. Please see file level descriptions for more detailed information about the contents of this series.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes colour photographs of drawings and paintings, believed to have been used in the work 'York Through the Eyes of the Artist.'
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes tradesmen's bills and correspondence of H A Hudson.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Microfiche of the International Genealogical Index, Yorkshire region (as at 1992), as well as other genealogical resources.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes printed annual reports from York's Chief Constable, papers relating to Scarborough Bridge, public health, Layerthorpe slum clearance, the Lord Mayor's Heritage Working Group and industry and pollution in York. Also includes publications issued by City of York Council.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Published river charts relating to the navigation of rivers in the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes bundles relating to Castle Howard, churches and merchants, Whitby and Leeds.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Two bundles of photocopied maps and plans of York and the surrounding area.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes specific information on many individual York pubs, as well as more general information on the history of pubs in the city and the history of beer.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Hardback handwritten notebook of Public Houses in York. Includes lists of different names for pubs. Also includes a facsimile of 'A Directory of Pubs in York 1450-2003', information about pubs in Acomb, and the history of a pub.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Two press cuttings.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Two press cuttings.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)The records relate to the closure and reopening the pub, which was also known as the Ackhorne during its history.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Held in a ringbinder folder. Includes newspaper cuttings and handwritten notes.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes an A to Z list of York pubs, computer matrix of pubs with landlords, list of licenses and licensing laws from the 13th century to the 20th century, letter against proposals for Monks Cross, and Church Recorders (NADFAS) literature.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Handwritten notes on the reverse of personal correspondence. Includes coloured maps of York with some sort of referencing to pubs, pubs in York listed by A to Z of street names, list of Licensed Premises in the City of York (January 1969), History of Starre Inn, and an article entitled 'A Genuine and Superior Article: The Last Two Centuries of Brewing in York'.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Complete booklet entitled 'The Last Two Centuries of Brewing in York' with printer's quotes. Also includes copies of the York 'Ale License' 1822 to 1828.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)The cuttings relate to the launch of Hugh Murray's book on historic pubs in and around York.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)The cuttings relate to the closure of the Tap and Spile and Ackhorne pubs.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)The cuttings relate to the reopening of the Tap and Spile and Ackhorne pubs.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)The letters relate to pub names and terminology.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Published magazines about York, including editions of City Life.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Scrapbooks relating to York buildings and weather, and places of interest.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Files of handwritten notes, photocopied documents, newspaper cuttings and typescripts relating to photographs of York, early photographers and their work. Please see file level descriptions for more detailed information about the contents of this series.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes one file specifically on the Grand Opera House (previously the Electric Theatre) and one file of newspaper cuttings on other York venues.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Newspaper cuttings on York schools and their activities. Some cuttings are arranged by school.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes minutes and papers of meetings of the Friends of York Minster, as well as accounts and a letter to Hugh Murray thanking him for his service on the committee.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Files relating to the role of the Royal Family, their connection with York, and Royal events. Please see file and item level descriptions for more detailed information about the contents of this series.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Files of additional papers which cannot be easily classified into series. Please see file and item level desciptions for more detailed information about the contents of this series.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Original archival documents retained by, or acquired by, Hugh Murray during the course of his research. In most cases the provenance of these items is not recorded.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Two British Library microfilms and one from North Yorkshire County Record Office. Please see item level descriptions for more detailed information about the contents of this series.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Files relating to heraldry in York and elsewhere. Includes transcripts of a series of lectures carried out by Hugh Murray on the subject, and details of ecclesiastical heraldry. Please see file level descriptions for more detailed information about the contents of this series.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)These materials were originally stored as loose items alongside the collection, due to their size. They have been grouped together by the archivist. Please see item level descriptions for more detailed information about the contents of this series.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes notes on York goldsmiths and silversmiths, including details of wills, and copies of secondary source material.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Notes on the wills of goldsmiths, arranged alphabetically.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Lengthy correspondence and notes about the proposed publication of W. Lee's book on York silver. The correspondence is mainly between Sessions, Lee and W.B. Morrell. Includes attempts to raise funds in 1979 and 1980.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Hugh Murray's 'A Directory of York Goldsmiths, Silversmiths and associated Craftsmen': proofs of illustrations and prelims and a link batch of manuscript notes.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes photocopies of 'Charlotte Beebe Wilbour Collection of English Silver' and 'Marks on York Plate', as well as Tennants Catalogue 1997, 'Goldsmiths' Review' 1997-8, photocopies of papers on marks, manuscript checklist of 'York Silversmiths and their works' by W. Lee, C. Warner and E.M. Sessions.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Material for a book on York Silver by William Lee.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)York Goldsmiths and Silversmiths: A first alphabetical check list compiled by Hugh Murray.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)List of jewellers and goldsmiths, under the jurisdiction of York Dean and Chapter, as well as passages from York House Books regarding goldsmiths and associated correspondence.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Directory of York Goldsmiths and Silversmiths by H. Murray, as well as an article on Christopher Harrington, York 1614. Includes a list of names.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Various documents including list of goldsmiths from 1272-1558; members of York Mercers' Guild 1420-1502; article on Yorkshire Water; the latter days of York Assay office - article; booklet on York Silver 1475-1858; YAYAS Times November 1996 and YPS annual Report 1965.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)The papers relate to the publication of the 'Directory of York Goldsmiths.'
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Typed lists of Goldsmith Freemen arranged alphabetically. Some numbered pages, 12 - 79 but many without numbers.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Papers grouped by Hugh Murray: notes and photocopies of Huntington Collection, York, silverware by Mrs E.M. Sessions; Sessions correspondence regarding York silver booklist; list of Freemen Goldsmiths; photocopy of 'Notes on printers and printing'; and typed list of York Silversmiths.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Photocopy of 'Old English Plate' pp. 101-127; list of Goldsmith Freemen (arranged chronologically); photocopy of 'The Plate of the City Companies of York' by Charles Oman.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)List of Goldsmith Freemen, marked 'Old List' and folder marked 'dups'.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes exhibition catalogue entitled 'York Silver', Christopher Warner 1978, envelope of copies and notes on Lee's silver; notes by Sessions and lists for Lee's silver publication.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes list of York Goldsmiths by R.C. Hope; photocopies of duty paid at York Assay Office 1805 - 1821; lists of references to York Goldsmiths and photocopies of 'York Assay Office' and 'Marks on York Plate'.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Photocopies of documents relating to English Plate, Acts of Pariament and York Memorandum Books re quality control. Includes a list of marks on York plate.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Miscellaneous notes mainly regarding silver. Includes several pages of the Hargrove family pedigree and correspondence from Sessions about publication of W. Lee's 'York Silver'.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes files relating to the history and development of York Cemetery, such as plans and memorial information, as well as papers regarding the liquidation of the cemetery. Also includes details of monumental inscriptions.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes Driffield Memorial Company accounts December 1952-December 1955, including sheets of accounts of York Cemetery Company and Memorandum of Association June 1952-December 1955. Also includes correspondence and printed accounts.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Copy of 'Monuments and memorials' by C E Hessey (d.1874). 2 copies.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes extracts from the minute books.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes table of fees and charges. 2 copies.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes Cemetery hall file with manuscript notes in Hugh Murray's hand; and plan of cemetery with locations of graves of York Mayors and descriptions / mini biographies.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes correspondence with people erecting memorials etc.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Two bundles of general correspondence.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes historical notes; Deed of Settlement 1924; notes on the history of York Cemetery; correspondence; extracts from minute books 1952-1966; list of types of tombs and other notes; Cemetery trail leaflets and papers regarding the chronology of the cemetery.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes papers regarding individuals; list of graves and locations (with correspondence); obituaries and death announcements; and Fawkes and Hawkesworth pedigrees.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes VAT refund correspondence; act to further to amend the laws concerning the Burial of the Dead 14 August 1855; plans for public use and access; description of conditions in York 19th century to the 1930s; notes by Hugh Murray and architects drawings of the Gatehouse and Lodge.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes papers on bereavement services; poverty in York; cemetery trails; graves; regulations for burial grounds 19th century; Leeds General Cemetery notes by Hugh Murray; 1941 ARP document; and offprints of articles on cemeteries by Julie Rugg and Catherine Crompton.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Newspaper cuttings regarding the cemetery and cremation reports of Cemetery Committee 1910, 1911 and 1913; as well as Hugh Murray's handwritten notes.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Friends of York Cemetery agendas and meeting papers.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Wardens Reports, as well as minutes and agendas.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Wardens Reports, as well as minutes and agendas.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes York Cemetery, maps, plans, aerial photograph and isometric plan, as well as headstone and monument designs. Also includes mourning hearse, share certificates (copies) and notes in Hugh Murray's hand.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Wardens Reports, as well as minutes and agendas.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Handwritten notes regarding ground work and maintenance at York Cemetery.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Friends of York Cemetery agendas for meetings and Wardens reports.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Papers regarding placing a register on a computer database.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Handwritten notes and photocopies of photographs.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Handwritten notes and photocopies relating to local undertakers.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Correspondence regarding an indemnity agreement and cemetery liquidation.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Chronology and statistics regarding the cemetery and national burials.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Photocopies of graphs regarding cemetery staffing; and handwritten notes and costs of burials from 1856-1962 (incomplete series).
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Includes printed leaflets; Friends of the Cemetery guided tours 1993-1999 (much duplication); documents containing general information, and papers regarding cemetery care.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Notes on varied types or categories of people buried in the cemetery.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)