Correspondence, photographs and papers relating to the Clyde Workers` Committee.
Scope and Contents
Correspondence, photographs and papers, 1913-c 1920s, relating to John W. Muir (1879-1931), trade unionist and Labour MP for Glasgow Maryhill, and his involvement in the Clyde Workers’ Committee (CWC). Some of the papers also relate to his wife Catherine Fraser and to other prominent members of the CWC.
Dates
- Creation: 1913-c.1920s
Conditions Governing Access
Normal access conditions apply.
Conditions Governing Use
Normal reproduction conditions apply, subject to any copyright restrictions.
Extent
0.08 Linear metres (11 files (1 outsize))
Language of Materials
English
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Some items were mouldy and presented signs of damp or deterioration as a result of water and possibly fire. Items are currently in Conservation studio.
Other Finding Aids
An online inventory is available.
Custodial History
The material was found by the donor in a skip during the demolition of a house in the Glasgow area. Some items had been clearaly affected by fire and water.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Presented, John Macintyre, 2014June 2014
Appraisal
Some badly damaged duplicate items have been weeded.
Subject
- Title
- National Library of Scotland Catalogue of Manuscripts
- Author
- National Library of Scotland
- Date
- 16 07 2014
- Description rules
- Finding Aid Prepared Using Local Descriptive Rules
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division Repository
Archives and Manuscript Division
National Library of Scotland
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Edinburgh EH1 1EJ
0131 623 3700
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