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Volume containing press cuttings relating to education.

Volume containing press cuttings relating to education.

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Volume containing press cuttings relating to education.

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Volume containing press cuttings relating to education. Contains loose press cuttings.

Volume containing press cuttings relating to education.

Volume containing press cuttings relating to education.

Volume containing press cuttings relating to education.

Volume containing press cuttings relating to education.

Volume containing press cuttings relating to education.

Volume containing press cuttings relating to education. Contains some loose press cuttings.

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Volume containing press cuttings relating to York City Council.

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Volume containing press cuttings relating to local government.

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Volume containing press cuttings of soldiers reported killed or missing during World War Two (1940 - 1943).

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Volume containing press cuttings relating to local government. Contains some loose pages.

Volume containing press cuttings relating to local government.

Volume containing press cuttings relating to local government.

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2 'silver' metal medallions commemorating silver jubilee with Munster. '25 Years partnership - Munster - York 1982' and a white rose engraved on one side, and Munster walled city image on the other. 2cm diameter.

Correspondence documenting the establishment of a twinning between Münster and York between the Town Clerk and the Foreign Office. Follwed by further correspondence detailing the first visit by a Münster civic delgation to York in October 1957 and of a York civic delegation to Münster in March 1958, March 1960 and May 1961.

Report written by the Town Clerk detailing the first visit by a York civic delegation to Münster on 21 - 26 March 1958. Also includes itinerary of visit, some handwritten accounts detailing cash and cheques supplied by the City Treasurer for the Civic Party. Also includes multiple copies of itinerary for first

Report written by the Town Clerk detailing thesecond visit by a York civic delegation to Münster on 21 March 1958.

Photographs of each day of the York Civic Delegation's visit to Munster from 27 November to 1 December 1964. The delegation was led by The Lord Mayor of York, Councillor Stanley Palphramand

Booklet created in celebration of the 20th anniversary of the York - Münster twinning. The book documents the beginnings of the twinning, as well as subsequent exchanges by youth groups, choirs, Freemasons, Trade Unions, Rotary Clubs, Farmers and Agriculturalists.

Books generally cover aspects of Münster's history, geography and architecture.
Das Schone Münster, gestern heute und morgen
Münster bietet Ihnen zusatzlich die ideale Infrastruktur
Münster um die St Klemens Kirche
Grun Ordnung Munster
Stellungnahme der Stadt Munster
Gutachten Prof Spengelin Denkschrift Westring
Munster Coerde
Munster 1961 - 1966
Das Schone Munste4r - Stadt neuer Baukumst
Verkehrsplanung Munster
Current peace problems in the light of the history of the Westphalian peace, a study

Thomas Acomb wrote on behalf of his son, Leonard Acomb, who was serving with the British Expeditionary Force. His York address was 79 Millfield Road.

Private Horace Arnold, Service number 5597, of 3rd Troop, B Squadron, 18 Hussars, 2nd Cavalry Brigade, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force. He states he had news that the gift was being sent to 'all York men serving at the Front' and it is a pleasure to know the 'Lord Mayor and Sheriff think about the men of the City who are fighting for their country's honour'. He is expecting 3 days home leave on 20 January, and invites them to call on him at 9 Clement St, York. He ends with a PS 'Please excuse pencil'.

Sergeant F W Hall of Army Ordnance Corps, used the printed pro-forma to say that he was quite well and had received the parcel.

G Hardwick wrote on YMCA headed paper from Rouen, France and was serving with the British Expeditionary Force. He says he is writing on behalf of the 'York boys' in his camp and states that the box will be a very nice memento that they will prize with Princess Mary's box.

Private William Harris, Service number 5123, of Headquarters, 18th Hussars, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force. He states that it is very gratifying to know that the 'Old Town has not forgotten the boys who are doing their little bit'.

Thomas R Harrison wrote from 6 Jackson St, Groves, York. He states that he is currently stationed at Aldershot, but received the gift while at home on furlough. He adds that he will keep the 'splendid box' as a souvenir which will enable him, if spared by God to 'weather the great storm', to remember the kindness shown to York men 'trying to uphold the glorious traditions of the past during the great war of Nations'.

Bombardier Alfred Harwood, Service number 1336, of 35th Brigade, Ammunition Column, Royal Field Artillery, was serving with the 7th Division of the British Expeditionary Force. He states his hope that he will 'return home safe with the box along with the gift of Princess Mary's, to keep as souvenirs'.

Private A Hayward of Army Service Corps, wrote from 4th London Brigade Supply Office, Supply Depot, St. Albans. He states that it is gratifying to find that 'those at home' take such an interest in the men and that their 'services are appreciated in such high circles'. He adds that there are a few Yorkshireman with him in the corps, but that he has not yet met any 'who actually come from the dear old city itself'.

Lawrence F Hefferman, Stoker 1st Class, wrote from 45 Mess, HMS Cochrane. He states that he and his chums mean to do their share if they 'get the chance, but there is nothing doing yet'. He adds that he hopes the Lord Mayor has seen his photo in the Herald, along with five more chums, 'all natives of York and proud of it too'.

Sapper John Richard Hemingway, Service number 55031, of 110th Company, Railway Troops, Royal Engineers, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force. He writes on a YMCA postcard that he will treasure the gift as a souvenir and that he received it while on guard the previous day.

Mary Hessey wrote on behalf of her husband, Private Hessey. Her address was Oldstead, Malton. She states that he has been wounded and taken prisoner and she is 'sending the box of chocolate on to him in Germany'.

Captain J E Atkinson of 3rd Kings Own Hussars S.R. [?], wrote on headed paper from the Royal Kent Hotel, Sandgate, Folkestone.

Sapper Arthur T Hibbett, Service number 59455, of 9th Signal Company, Royal Engineers, wrote from Stanhope Lines, Aldershot. He states that the gift has 'proved a happy link' from his native city.

Lieutenant Claude M Boys Hinderer of East Africa Pioneers, wrote from P O 80, Nairobi, British East Africa. He states that 'although under different conditions', they are 'doing a little bit out here for King and Country'. He adds that it is 'exceedingly nice' to think that they are not forgotten by the people at home.

Assistant [?] Paymaster J J Holesworth of Army Pay Wing [?], wrote from 1 Bootham Terrace, York.

Able Seaman Charles J Holt of Royal Naval Reserve, wrote from HMS Welland. He states that all 'York men will gladly uphold the honour of the old Flag' and he trusts they will gain 'another glorious victory for King and Country'. They were 'grieved to hear the sad news of Scarborough' and the 'glorious victory of Admiral Beatty has gained the greatest admiration of the flotilla'. He ends by saying he hopes to see York again but if he does not they will 'go down with the old Flag flying at the Peak'. The letter includes unrelated notes in a different hand.

Lieutenant Eric Arthur Hopkins of Bedfordshire Regiment, wrote on headed paper from School of Musketry, Hythe, Kent. He states that he 'greatly appreciates this kindly reminder of his native city'.

Bombardier Henry Houseman of 149 Battery, Royal Field Artillery, wrote from 58 Walnut Tree Close, Guildford. He states that he appreciates the 'kind thought for those who are serving their King and Country'.

Private James Howden of 1st Company, 4th Battalion Grenadier Guards, wrote from Chelsea Barracks, London S.W. He states that he is sure all York soldiers will appreciate the 'kindly action', and adds he is sending the box home as he doesn't want to get it damaged.

Captain William Tyers C Huffam, Commanding C Company, West Yorkshire Regiment, wrote from the Field on behalf of himself, his non-commissioned officers and men from York.

Arthur Cecil Jackson wrote from 28 Mess, HMS Superb. He states that they have been having a 'most monotonous time since the war started', and have not yet had the 'pleasure of giving the Germans a taste of our 12 inch guns'. He adds that when the meeting comes it will be 'most terrible', but the Lord Mayor can 'rely on the British Navy and be confident of the result'.

Albert Jennings, Stoker 1, wrote from 4 Mess, HMS Cockatrice, 4th Destroyer Flotilla. He states that he is sending the box home to York 'to be kept as a memento of this great War'.

Gunner John Henry Bailey, Service number 23403, of Royal Garrison Artillery, wrote from Grenville Fort, Maker Heights, Cornwall. His York address was 11 Park Lane, Holgate. He states he would have liked to spend Christmas at home with his parents but 'duty before pleasure'. He adds that he is proud to be a York lad and is 'looking forward to a speedy termination of this cruel war'. He ends by saying he will prize the box as long as God spares him as 'one never knows what a day brings'.

Colour Sergeant Fred Johnson of D Company, 5th Reserve, West Yorkshire Regiment, wrote on Army Memorandum paper to express thanks on behalf of the York non-commissioned officers and men in his Company.

Major Richard Digby Johnson of 2nd Royal Dublin Fusiliers, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force in France. He states that he received the gift in the trenches, adding that 'chocolate is always much appreciated here', and that the box will be valued by him as a souvenir. They all look forward to the mails and feel they 'owe a great deal to those at home' who have done so much for their comfort. He ends by saying it is a long time since he has lived in York and he is grateful the 'dear old City' remembers those connected with it.

Major Ronald Gordon Mayson Johnson wrote on headed paper from Headquarters, Western Coast Defences, Pembroke Dock.

J Jones wrote from HMS Liffey.

Colour Sergeant J Jones, Instructor of Musketry, of 4th Battalion West Yorkshire Regiment, wrote from St Anthony, Falmouth, Cornwall.

Bombardier William A Jones, Service number 37365, of 50th Battery, Royal Field Artillery, was serving with 34 Brigade, 2nd Division of the British Expeditionary Force. He states that he hopes the men will be home before the end of the Lord Mayor's year of office.

Driver John Kent, Service number 269, of Headquarter Company, Army Service Corps wrote from Glasgow Pad, Doncaster. He notes that the gift has been 'sent to every York man serving with the colours in the present year'.

Private C W Kirby of No 4 Platoon, C Company, 10th Battalion, West Yorkshire Regiment, wrote from Wareham, Dorsetshire.

Sergeant Major Thomas Lamb of 11th Service Battalion, (Prince of Wales Own) West Yorkshire Regiment, wrote on behalf of himself and his comrades, from South Camp, Aldershot. He states that he will keep the box as a 'small memento of this great war', but will send it home to his wife to take care of because it might go astray when they leave for the Front, which they all 'expect at an early date'. He ends by saying his son has 'now been in France five months'.

Trooper W Lane of Yorkshire Hussars, wrote from Harlow, Essex. He states that he much appreciates the Lord Mayor and Sheriff's 'thoughtfulness in remembering the York men who are serving in HM's Forces'.

Lieutenant R P Bailey of Yorkshire Hussars, wrote on headed paper from the Pavilion Hotel, Westborough, Scarborough.

Company Sergeant Major J Lawn of No 28 Divisional Cyclist Company, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force.

Staff Sergeant Major B W Lawton wrote from Pocklington.

George Layton, late of 3rd West Yorkshire Regiment, wrote from 14 Carmelite St, Hungate, York. He thanks the Lord Mayor for the 'treat' his 'dear children received last night'. He was discharged on 30th October because of his teeth and was sorry as he 'was one of the men who was getting Mr Butcher's ten shillings a week', and his heart is with his King and Country. He previously served with the 1st King's Dragoons, and would gladly join the colours again and do his best with his comrades at the Front if he could get his 'teeth put right'.

Private Harold George Leake of 18th Service Battalion, Durham Light Infantry, wrote from Cocken Hall, Fence Houses, near Durham. The letter is illustrated with a coloured picture of the flags of Great Britain, France and and Russia.

Joseph Lee, Service number 4839, of 18th Hussars, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force and wrote on YMCA headed paper from Rouen, France. He states that he will keep the box 'in remembrance of this war' and that it will 'make a nice centre to the Queen's box from South Africa and Princess Mary's box' which he received last Christmas. He adds that he hopes 'all the young fellows in York are enlisting for the sooner they do the sooner it will be over and home again'.

Lance Corporal Edward Lister, Service number 4531, of H Company, 3rd York and Lancaster Regiment, wrote on YMCA headed paper from Croft Terrace Council School, Jarrow on Tyne.

Colonel Charles Blakenay Little wrote on headed paper from Headquarters, Army of Occupation, Abbassia, Cairo. He notes that the gift had been delayed in transit.

Driver T H Lumb of Mechanical [?] Transport, Army Service Corps wrote on headed paper from the 'Foot of Lendal Bridge', York. He apologises for not having written before, the reason being that the gift arrived when he was in hospital. His friend, Mr Powell, also of York, forwarded it on to his home address where it was waiting for him 'on returning from France for a few days sick furlough'.

Private Thomas McGlone, Service number 10045, of D Company, 10 Battalion, West Yorkshire Regiment, wrote on YMCA headed paper from Wareham Camp, Dorset. He states that he has been stationed there since 16th September and that all his 'soldier chums from York' have received the gift except him. He asks to be sent one, 'not for the sake of the chocolate, but the honour of receiving one' from the Lord Mayor of the 'good old City of York'. He also includes his York address of 15, Portland Place, Layerthorpe.

Private William McShee of 9 Field Ambulance, was serving with the 3rd Division, British Expeditionary Force. He states that he is very proud of the gift.

Sergeant Major Robert James Bales of Army Veterinary Corps, sent his postcard from overseas.