Files created by City of York Council related to development in York
Volumes 92.1, 92.2, 92.4, 92.5 and 92.6 are indexed. Volume 92.3 is not.
The diaries of Ebenezer Brown Allen, brother of Samuel J. Allen.
Includes household account books and bills and receipts for particular expenditure.
Diaries of Faith Gray and of William Gray during the later years of his life. Also includes notes by William Gray recollecting his youth and reflecting on Faith's religious state in the last few days of her life.
Gray; William (1751-1845); SolicitorThis series comprises 7 bound volumes, the diaries of Cuthbert Joseph Kleiser (1855-1929). They mainly focus on events in York, particularly associated with the theatre and dramatic arts. They are handwritten.
Papers relating to the Local Government Board enquiry carried out by Dr Ballard into deaths from diarrhoea in 1880. The papers include notes, statistics, summary reports and reports of individual cases in York.
Correspondence, circulars and associated papers relating to outbreaks of animal diseases.
Includes copy and bound edition of 'The Butchers' Guild in York', 1966, and 'The Butchers' Guild in York with reference to the Butchers' Guild in London, 1969.
Includes copies of the Bishophill and Clementhorpe Local Plan, papers relating to the widening of Skeldergate, planning applications for local improvements and planning briefs for 26-34 Skeldergate and a proposed car park.
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Bishophill Action GroupDocuments relating to the start-up of the link and key information, including details about membership, churches, education and Fanteakwa/Ghana.
York Fanteakwa Community LinkThese items were not created by Knowles family themselves, but relate to the family home and business premises in Stonegate, York. They were created by a local researcher in the 1990s, and gifted to the family shortly afterwards.
Knowles; John Ward (1838-1931)This series includes notebooks which cannot be attributed to either John Ward Knowles or John Alder Knowles specifically, as well as magazines and prints which were retained by one of the parties for future reference.
Includes mortgage, further charge, recovery and release and reconveyance relating to Thorpe Green, in the hands of the Robinson family. Please see item level descriptions for more detailed information about the contents of this series.
Grays solicitorsFiles relating to a variety of different subjects in which Harold Bloor was working.
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Files relating to a variety of different subjects in which Harold Bloor was working.
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Financial, legal, and personal and family documents relating to the Kleiser famly and business. Includes Wills and Probate, leases, and deeds; financial documents; and notes.
Kleiser; familyComprises declaration and copy conveyance.
Files relating to patents, the gas industry and the future of gas in York. Includes reports and associated correspondence written by H E Bloor.
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Includes agreement for sale and purchase relating to Thorp Head, certificate of a legal search relating to Thorp Head, lease and release, bond of indemnity, mortgage, surrender of a mortgage and additional legal papers. Please see file level descriptions for more detailed information about the content of this series.
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Grays solicitorsAt present this series only comprises at York Savings Bank deposit book in the name of Sarah Thompson, servant to Mr Cooper and a small black purse or card holder.
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Papers relating to the Dodsworth and Tetley families, including marriage settlement and counterpart assignment as a term of security.
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Grays solicitorsIncomplete series, arranged by date.
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Includes an agreement for sale and 28 letters between the Town Clerk of the City of Leeds and Gray, Dodsworth & Co.
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Grays solicitorsAdditional minute volumes not forming part of main series of house books.
A (1719-1728)
B (1728-1743)
C (1743-1763)
D (1763-1784)
E (1784-1802)
F (1802-1816)
G (1816-1827)
Draft minute books, some containing minutes of Quarter Sessions
H (1659-1666)
I (1668-1673)
K (1675-1680)
L (1680-1685)
M (1685-1692)
N (1711-1714)
O (1714-1719)
Local Board of Health reports and information on the construction of drains in York,
At present this collection only includes one set of 10 reproduction drawings by Hall, which appeared in the Yorkshire Gazette.
The drawings are arranged chronologically by date. See individual item entries for more detailed information.
Correspondence relating to the Driffield family, as well as copies of the wills of Ann Whitaker and Robert Driffield.
Papers relating to the management of the Driffield Navigation Company.
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Grays solicitorsAt present this collection only comprises copes of the East Riding Dialect Society newsletter.
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Edited/open version of the electoral roll. This is the version that may be bought from the council and used for marketing. If you would like your details removed from this version please contact Electoral Services at the City of York Council.
Minutes, agendas and papers of the City of York Council Education Committee
York Education CommitteeContains official publications and communications issued by City of York Education Committee
Includes Ordnance Survey maps of York and neighbouring areas, some with locations of schools marked on. Also includes 'Geographia' maps with schools marked on and OS maps showing different wards in and around York.
Papers concerning the election of City(Improvement) Commissioners.
Parochial, municipal and parliamentary registers of electors. Depending on the extent of the franchise at different periods, these may be found in seperate volumes or combined together. Registers up to and including 2006 are on open shelves in the Archives reading room and do not need to be ordered: Y/COU/6/1, Y/COU/6/2, Y/COU/6/3, Y/COU/6/4. The current electoral roll is found in series Y/COU/6/5 and Y/COU/6/6 and do need to be requested. Different access regulations appy to the edited and full versions, staff will be able to advise on which you should order.
Volumes 2, 4-8 contain indexes. For committee name changes see linked authority files,
- 1897
- 1897-1907
- 1907-15
- 1915-21
- 1921-27
- 1927-36
- 1936-46
- 1946-48
Papers concerning the provision of food in an emergency and communal feeding provisions, including British Restaurants.
These volumes contain indexes
Emergency Feeding Committee
1941-46
Civic Restaurant Committee
1946-51
Volumes of printed enclosure awards. These volumes do not contain the maps - they are the award part only. Includes awards for Bishopthorpe, Marston Moor, Nether Poppleton, Acomb, Holgate, Knapton, Tockwith, Dringhouses, Thorpe Arch and Hessay.
Includes documents, leaflets and other published materials which were not intended to be sold. See individual items entries for more detailed information.
Includes documents, leaflets and other published materials which were not intended to be sold. See individual items entries for more detailed information.
Includes documents, leaflets and other published materials which were not intended to be sold. See individual items entries for more detailed information.
Includes documents, leaflets and other published materials which were not intended to be sold. See individual items entries for more detailed information.
Includes documents, leaflets and other published materials which were not intended to be sold. See individual items entries for more detailed information.
The files include correspondence, terms and conditions for the prize and copies of essays submitted.
1 1962-64
2 1964-74
Correspondence, with some associated papers, addressed to and received by Andrew Agar of Grimstone, York. Some of the letters are addressed to Andrew Agar, care of his brother, Thomas Agar, Draper, at Pavement York. This Thomas Agar later became Lord Mayor of York.
The majority of the papers concern estate administration, including finances and the payment of rents. Also includes some papers relating the marriage of Agar's sister, and to a law suit in London.
Until 1752, Great Britain used the Julian calendar, with the first day of the new year falling on March 25th. Dates for these letters have been given as written on the letters and have not been converted into new style dates.
Includes copy of the will and probate of Eleanor Brown, as well as an auctioneers valuation and Inland Revenue receipts regarding the probate.
Includes probate documentation, sale and purchase of propert and draft conveyance, as well as some additional loose items.
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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
Customer estimate books, detailing quotes given to customer for particular projects.
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Various notebooks and lists compiled by Eustace Strickland, principally relating to history, statistical and demographic information, literature, and antiquarian matters. Also includes some notes relating to flora and fauna, and the natural world.
Documents on various themes, from estate management to Arthur Young's Easter Tour.
Strickland; William (1753-1834); 6th Baronet of Boynton; naturalistVarious antiquarian documents collected by Eustachius Strickland, including notes on the various world histories, extracts from people's memoirs, and correspondence.
Strickland; William (1753-1834); 6th Baronet of Boynton; naturalistDocuments containing information on botany and flowers.
Strickland; William (1753-1834); 6th Baronet of Boynton; naturalistVarious items relating to the history of St. Mary's Abbey.
Strickland; William (1753-1834); 6th Baronet of Boynton; naturalistCorrespondence, minutes, membership lists, programmes and agendas for various events held by the Company of Cordwainers.
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Correspondence, circulars and notes on various events held by the Club. Also includes a VHS of an event, a visitors book and details of a Navigation course held by the Club.
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Files relating to projects and events run by the York Fanteakwa Community Link Group, including the Playground Project, projects with the Boys Brigade, Begeroman MMA Association Executive and the York-Ghana Health Link.
York Fanteakwa Community LinkPapers relating to events held by the York Hoboes Rambling Club, including additional walks, five-day holidays and Christmas dinners. Please see file level descriptions for more detailed information about the contents of this series. Also includes information on events and campaigns by third parties where the club was involved in some way.
Includes exhibition papers, correspondence files relating to activities, newsletters and magazines, as well as reports.
Series of minutes books and files of loose minutes of the York Labour Party Executive Committee. Also includes minutes and papers for the General Committee.
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Includes one minute book and two folders of loose minutes.
These numbered volumes contain newspaper clippings and handwritten notes, and are arranged by theme. Titles include actors, glass painting, oil and china painting, cloud waves and glossary.
Knowles; John Ward (1838-1931)Includes catalogues for a variety of exhibitions staged by the Guild, and, in some cases, associated correspondence.
Association of Guilds of Weavers, Spinners and DyersBundles of fabric samples held by G W Harding for perusal by customers. All the samples still have their original descriptive labels attached.
The biographies are arranged alphabetically (A-K and L-Z) with a separate volume of 'Boakes biographies.'
Legal papers relating to the Fairfax family.
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Grays solicitorsIncludes probate of the will of Evelyn Selina Fairfax of Bilbrough, and a bundle of additional legal documents.
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Grays solicitorsIncludes drainage papers, matron's reports, and correspondence files.
Includes the marriage certificate of Harry and Esther Chapman, baptism certificate of their daughter Betty and death certificates of both Harry and Esther.
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Papers of the Cundall and related families concerning legal matters such as wills, probate, property and land and law briefs. Includes:
-Land Award, Acaster Malbis, 1760 (Robert Bewlay, Thomas Mitchel, and John Cleaver)
-Booklet of sums of money received and promised by William Cundall, 1773-1782
-Will of Robert Cundall, 1826
-Probate of Robert Cundall, 1826
-Agreement for tenancy of a field, John Cundall and Isabella Brown, 4th April 1826
-Will of William Farrer, 1841
-Probate of William Farrer, 1841
-Law brief in Chancery, Meek v. Kettlewell, 04.10.1841-06.10.1841
-Will of Mr William Farrer, 1841
-Will of Mary Kettlewell, 1850
-Law Brief, Ex Parte Farrer, 12 Dec 1851
-Terrier, Acaster Malbis, 1853 & 1857
-Sheriff's Oath, Robert Farrer, 1857
-Proposed sale of land in Acaster Malbis, 09.07.1900
-Yorkshire Fire and Life Insurance Co. Policy for Acaster Malbis, 29th Sept 1903
Various notes on Acaster Malbis and farming, the genealogy of the Cundall and related families, and misc. papers relating to members of the Cundall and other families. Includes:
-Notes on Sir John Malbisse taken from Yorkshire Archaeological Journal Volume 24, undated
-2 typescript pages of notes on the history of the church at Acaster Malbis and the early (pre-Norman) history of the village, undated
-Small note on the history of Bishopthorpe Vicarage, undated
-Exercise book (no cover) for 'Musical Appreciation', undated
-Bound exercise book on Arithmetic, undated
-Bound volume 'An Album for the Confessions of My Friends'. Legacy list of entries included in collection.
-Bound autograph volume containing signatures and verses, belonging to Mary Cundall, 1855-1884. Legacy list of entries included in collection.
-A Brief Abstract from the Genealogical Records of the Families of Malbysse and Beckwith, 1790
-Small notice/advert regarding William Burdon's Academy which is moving from Acaster Malbis to Skeldergate in York. Lists fees and available courses, 1816
-Notes on Plough stats, description of 'Plough Monday', 1826
-Notes on the history of Acaster Malbis, where Mr Cundall is negotiating for a house, 1826
-Map of Acaster Malbis, 1826
-Poole's Pocket Album, 1833
-Poole's Select Pocket Remembrances, 1838
-List of birth dates of members of the Cundall family, 1864
-List (in 2 halves) of 'Penny Readings' given at Acaster Malbis School. Readers include members of the Cundall family, 1873
-Notes on Acaster, 1892
-Thomas Cundall Graduation Certificate, Sept 1903
-Notice re a Sale of Work to raise funds for Holy Trinity Church in Acaster Malbis, Aug 1913
-V.M. Cundall Graduation Ceriticates in Pianoforte from Harrogate College, 1913 & 1914
-V.M. Cundall Exam Certificate from Saltburn school, 1915
-Diagram of the English Field Systems after H.L. Grey, 1915
-Memorial record card for Miss U.M.. Atkinson, 1974.
Press cuttings concerning members of the Cundall family. Includes:
-Newspaper cutting re antique collection of John & James Cundall, undated
-Newspaper cutting re funeral of Mr H.F. Cundall, Solicitor, 1833
-Newspaper cutting re funeral of Mrs Mary A.Cundall, widow of William Cundall, at Acaster Malbis, 1933
Personal and business letters relating to the Cundall and connected families. Includes:
-Letter re appointment of Trustees - undated
-Envelope containing 3 undated letter segments - one to William Cundall, one signed 'G. Gundall', 1 referring to a 'Mrs D.' and an 'Edith L.'.
-Letter to William Cundall from his brother re a death in the family, 1801
-Correspondence between Robert Kettlewell at Kemplay's Academy, Leeds, and his parents and siblings at home, 1828-1833 (1 file, 42 letters). Legacy list of contents of letters included with collection.
-Correspondence between Kemplay's Academy, Leeds, and members of the Kettlewell family 1829-1832 (1 file, 5 items)
-Letter to William Cundall from his Cousin, Sept 20th 1841
-Letter to William Cundall from either I. Cundall or J. Cundall re family news, Jun 1843
-Letter to 'My Dear Parents' from 'Annie' at Harrogate College, Sept 1866
-Letter to Rev. Keble at Acaster Malbis Church from firm of W.O. Powell & Son, Eccleisiastical Decorators & Stained Glass Painters, re commencement of work on the Church, 1896
-Correspondence re sale of piece of land called 'the Glebe' at Acaster Malbis to Mr H.F. Cundall, 1900-1901 1 file (16 letters and an envelope showing the result of the sale). Legacy list of lettters included in collection.
-Letter re aspects of Cundall family history and a photograph of the 'first Christmas Card' to "Mr Cundall" from relative "Edward Cundall", Oct 15th 1923
-Letter re lease of land at Acaster Malbis, 1935
-Letter to Mrs Cundall from Angelo Raine re 'Roman Acaster', March 1943
-Letter to Mary Cundall from Robert Kettlewell re references to Acaster Malbis, Jul 1943
Contains copies of various York City FC fanzines: 'Terrace Talk', 'In the City', 'New Frontiers', 'Are You Watching Johnny Ward', 'What a Shambles', 'Ginner's Left Foot', and 'Red and Blue Through and Through'.
Includes abstract of title and conveyance of land. Please see item level descriptions for more detailed information about the contents of this series.
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Grays solicitorsComprises papers relating to the testing and regulation of fertilisers and feeding stuffs.
Comprises papers relating to the erection of and provision of accommodation at the Fever Hospital at Yearsley Bridge.
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Research notes relating to public houses, schools and postcards relating to York.
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Includes details of the Kempe / Kemp arms, details of the family history and newsletters relating to the Kempe Society.
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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)Includes bundles relating to Castle Howard, churches and merchants, Whitby and Leeds.
Murray; Hugh (1923-2013)Records include accounts, petty cash books, bar trading, insurance, taxation and papers relating to debt.
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Finance records of the York Improvement Commissioners
Annual balance sheets, and finiancial ledgers including cash book, purchase and sales books for operational activities at Redfearns National Glassworks, York.
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