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Private Fred Eastgate of Y Company, R section, Royal Army Medical Corps, wrote from Landrindod Wells, Wales.

F Eaves wrote from Mess 39, HMS Illustrious.

The typed letter was written in York and signed by 7 men serving with the Army Pay Corps. They were Sergeant Charles F Franklin, Service number 3100, Private E J Biddick, Service number 3492, Private E S Sands, Service number 3720, Private Horace Gladstone Tootell, Service number 4002, Private S Chadney, Service number 3997, Private L I Ellis, Service number 3998, Private Eric William Edmands, Service number 4561 and Private P H Taylor, Service number 3716.

Lance Corporal A Forbes of Headquarters Staff, 4th Mounted Brigade, wrote from North Walsham, Norfolk. He states that he will always keep the gift as a memento.

Sergeant Charles F Franklin of Army Pay Corps wrote from Army Pay Office, 4, St Peters Terrace, Bootham, York. He requests a 'free gift box' as he has been serving in York since 3rd November 1914 and would like it as a souvenir of his time spent in the city.

Lance Corporal Sidney Gibson wrote on behalf of himself and Private J Smith, York, both of 10th Battalion, West Yorkshire Regiment, from Wareham, Dorsetshire, using YMCA headed paper. He states that his comrades were glad to enjoy the chocolate with him.

Mortimer and Rachel Goodwill wrote on behalf of their son, Corporal Thomas Mortimer Goodwill. Their address was 116 Lowther St, York. Mortimer thanks the Lord Mayor and Sheriff for the kindly interest they have taken in the York soldiers during this 'terrible war'. He adds that that they hope and pray that their son 'with the other noble men who have gone out to fight our cause will come back safely and enjoy the kindly present'.

Private A P Grant of Army Pay Corps, wrote from 9 De Grey Terrace, Clarence St, York. He states that his mother is having the box 'framed together with one of Queen Victoria's chocolate boxes (containing the original chocolate) which was sent out to South Africa' to an uncle of his.

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.

Leading Seaman Albert Joseph Hemenway wrote from HMS Grasshopper, c/o GPO Malta. He states his hope that God will spare them to bring the boxes home shortly so they can show their friends and relations what has made them cheerful. He adds that he started at 14 in the Cake Moulding room, joined the navy at 15¼, and has now served 12 years with 2 years 8 months still to do. His sister forwards the Cocoa Works Magazine and he has seen the Lord Mayor's photos in last month's. He encloses a black embroidered ribbon from the ship as a souvenir.

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'.

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.

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'.

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.

Lieutenant Colonel Mangles wrote from Brentwood, Holgate Road.

Private Thomas Middleton of Army Service Corps, Bradford wrote from 51 Swinnerton Avenue, Leeman Road, York. He states that he will keep the box for remembrance and will frame it. He has cut out the container label to keep in his 'small booth' and will take it with him all through the war. He says he expects to be for 'Duty of War' soon and that he is confident of the success of the Allies. He adds that he is poor but would like to return a New Year's gift as a 'memento of this Great War'.

Sergeant Walter Moyser was serving with the British Expeditionary Force. He states that when he opened the package he was relieved to find it was not tobacco as he has 'already more than enough' of that.

Eric A Newsham, Service number 31497, of Royal Army Medical Corps, wrote from Hut P, 44 Field Ambulance, Twesledown, Farnham.

Private John H Pawson, Service number 9986, of No. 10 Ambulance Train, Royal Army Medical Corps, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force. He states that the gift box was very much admired by men he showed it to. He hopes his brother Edward, of 109th Battalion, Royal Field Artillery, serving with the 23rd Brigade, also received the box as he is 'sure he would be proud to have such a gift'. He ends by signing himself 'A Proud Son of York' and gives his York address as 25 Wolseley St.

Trooper T P Pearson of B Squadron, Yorkshire Hussars, wrote from 22 Rutland St, Filey.

Captain C Pelham's postcard has a York postmark.

Private Edmund Skelton and Private Thomas Porritt of D Company, 2nd Yorkshire Regiment, were serving with 21st Brigade, 7th Division of the British Expeditionary Force. The handwriting suggests the letter was written by Edmund Skelton who states that such a gift from the old City is proof they are not forgotten by people at home. He adds that the boxes are not only appreciated now, but 'will be treasured by us (or ours) long after this war is over'.

Driver Eric Kilvington Potter of C Squad, Army Service Corps, attached to Yorkshire Hussars, wrote from the Talbot Hotel, Queen St, Scarborough. He states that it cheers the men up to know that their fellow citizens have not forgotten them. He adds that he has 'just come out of hospital through a kick in the face with a horse'.

Corporal Lawrence Shaftoe, Service number 54253, of 31st Signal Company, Royal Engineers, wrote from Baston on paper headed with the crossed out York address of Ashley Villa, Fulford. He states that, like the Lord Mayor and Sheriff, he is a Freeman of York and is glad that the city has in them 'such ardent supporters of its country's cause'.

David Shearman of Army Service Corps, was on active service abroad with 4 Section, 7th Division, Ammunition Column. He states that they are having 'a rough time' but that he is 'quite happy to be able to do a little' for his King and Country with many of his fellow citizens, and hopes to be 'back again in York shortly victorious'. The Illustration is a photograph of German Prisoners of War in 1914 with a caption in French.

Private G Simpson of C Squadron, 10th Royal Hussars, writes that he hopes to bring home the box 'in remembrance of Xmas 1914'.

Private William Henry Smith, Service number 33597, of E Company, Royal Army Medical Corps, wrote on YMCA headed paper from Aldershot. He states that he is proud to be a York citizen serving for King and Country.

Sergeant Robert Spink of 2nd York and Lancaster Regiment, was serving overseas. He states that it is good of the Lord Mayor and Sheriff to remember 'the York lads at the Front' and that he will treasure the box as a 'souvenir of the war'. The postcard is illustrated with a coloured picture of the flag of Great Britain.

Corporal W T Stockdale, Service number 5716, of Army Service Corps, wrote from abroad. He states that he was 'born within the city walls in Tanner St', and will do his best to 'uphold the honour of the old city of York'. He adds he has enclosed a cutting from the Grangemouth News which shows that they 'sometimes enjoy life on active service as well as in peace time'. The undated cutting reports an event, presided over by Corporal Stockdale, when transport workers from the Port celebrated the birth of a Private's baby at a café with songs and melodeon music.

L Wilfred Taylor of 4th Public Schools Battalion, Royal Fusiliers, wrote from Ashstead, Surrey. He thanks the Lord Mayor and Sheriff for remembering him 'as having enrolled from York' and states his hope that the 'York contingent to the Army will perform a real and lasting part in this war against Prussian Tyranny'.

Private Harry Thomlinson of 21st Service Battalion, Royal Fusiliers, wrote from Ashtead, Surrey.

Private John Edward Thompson, Service number 36295, of Royal Army Medical Corps, wrote from Married Quarters, Room 18, A Square, E Company, RAMC Depot, Aldershot. He states that Private J A Smith, who he mentioned in a letter the previous day, has still not received his gift. He adds that he is leaving for the Front in a day or two and will do his duty to the best of his abilities, knowing that the men are being thought about in the 'ancient City of York'.

C Tickner wrote from abroad. He states that he will always be proud of the gift and hopes to 'return safe once more to dear Old York' and show it to his friends. The illustrations are a photograph of Admiral Sir John Jellicoe and a coloured picture of British and French 'Flags of Freedom'. The lyrics to 'God Save our Gracious King' are also included.

H Towse wrote on headed paper from HMS Natal, 2nd Cruiser Squadron. He states that since the start of the war they have had every reason in the fleet to be grateful to their Country for the spontaneous way in which people at home have 'answered the call' made by the heads of the cities to supply them with comforts. He adds 'it is still pouring in', but as a man of York he appreciates the kind thought that prompted the Lord Mayor and Sheriff to send the 'little token', and he will 'value it more than all else'.

Private Robert Ward of 2nd Platoon, F Company, West Yorkshire Regiment, wrote from St Anthony's Fort, Falmouth, Cornwall. He states that it gives him pleasure to remember that, as a citizen of York, he has left behind him in the 'Grand Old City friends and well-wishers in the present conflict'.

Private L Wardley, Service number 2407, of Army Service Corps, wrote from St John's and St Elizabeth Hospital, London. He states that he will value the box in years to come.

Stoker Leonard Wells wrote from No 44 Mess, HMS King George V. He states his trust that 'peace and prosperity' will be restored to his native city during the Lord Mayor's 'Reign of Office this year'.

Private F Wright, Service number 11447, of 1st Royal Dragoons, 3rd Troop, A Squadron, wrote from Silver St Barracks, Dunbar. He says it is difficult to know why more York youths are not joining up. He expected army life to be hard, but was 'surprised to find it the very opposite' as they have 'two half-holidays a week and are seldom on duty after tea'. The pay is good, they have excellent food and everyone is friendly so 'It is a gentleman's life'. But 'joking apart', they have the satisfaction of knowing that someday they will do their 'little bit with the rest'.

Gunner Henry Armitage of 9 Battery, 41st Brigade, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force. He states that he is pleased the men are thought of by someone else besides their families. He adds that the gift will remind York men of home and will be 'something to be proud of when this great trouble is over'. He is sure every man will do his best to uphold the 'honour of the Old City and King and Country'. He ends by asking for the writing to be excused as they 'have no pen and ink and no table to write on'.

H Eaton of Depot Staff, 6th Infantry Base, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force and wrote on YMCA headed paper from Harfleur, Le Havre, France. He states that he hopes they will soon be in 'that good old Town of York' again if 'God will spare' them.

Lieutenant George Herbert of Army Service Corps, wrote from Main Supply Depot, Sighthill Station, Glasgow. He states that the 'idea is well worthy of universal initiation had not the time passed' and asks for 2 more tins for his 'brother officers'. He expects to go to the Front within the next week and trusts he will have the 'force and true fighting spirit so characteristic of a Yorkshireman' and be a credit to his city of York. He ends by saying he is a Liberal and an admirer of the Lord Mayor's work as Chairman of the York Liberal Party.

Scrapbooks containing photographs and newspaper cuttings concerning W A Forster Todd's tenure as Lord Mayor. Also includes volumes of letters and cards received.

Notebook containing details of the cash accounts of Alderman Charles Oliver compiled during his term of office as Lord Mayor of York.

Files of correspondence relating to the organisation of the festivities that took place on the occassion of Lord Mayor's Day when Alderman William Horsman took office.

Files of correspondence relating to the organisation of the festivities that took place on the occassion of Lord Mayor's Day when Harold De Bourg Chapman de Bourg took office.

Documents relating to the organisation of the festivities that took place on the occassion of Lord Mayor's Day, when Alderman Ernest Harwood took office.

Correspondence files created by the office of the Lord Mayor of York.

File containing correspondence created in Octobber 1971 during Alderman Richard Scruton's term of office as Lord Mayor of York

Includes programmes and papers regarding arrangements.

Also includes details of the presentation of American flags.

Includes papers relating to royal visits to York, and civic preparations for jubilee events and coronations.

Also includes details of a wedding gift for the Duke of York and Princess Victoria of Teck.

Includes photographs of the visit of the Duke of Edinburgh to Harrogate and York (1982), parking for the Royal Visit (1971), and invitations to Royal occasions (1901-1968).

City of York souvenir programme for the coronation of HRH Queen Elizabeth

Marked 'Volume 1'.

Marked 'Volume 2'.

Marked 'Volume 1'.

Renamed Civil Defence Committee from 1950. These volumes contain indexes.

1 1943-59
2 1960-72

1 1884-89
2 1889-94
3 1894-1905
4 1905-13
5 1913-23
6 1923-1930
7 1930-40
8 1940-49
9 1949-53
10 1953-57
11 1957-63
12 1963-74

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Two of these volumes contain indexes (excluding 1961-1973)

Tramways Committee minutes
1923-29

Tramways and Motors Committee (from 1925) minutes
1929-60

Transport Committee minutes
1961-73

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Includes 1846 Improvement Act, Schedules (including a list of properties which 'may be taken for the purposes of the Act'), and committee minutes. The volume is indexed.

'An Act For Building A Bridge across the River Ouse, in the City of York, with Approaches thereto, and for Widening, Altering and Improving certain Streets of Thoroughfares within the City, and for other Purposes.' Royal Assent, July 9th, 1847. Includes the Act and Schedules (including list of properties which 'may be taken for purposes of the Act'.) Volume is indexed.

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