Textile factories--England--Yorkshire--History--19th century
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Scope Note: http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh85134356
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Bradley commonplace book
Collection
Identifier: MSS 0097-Item 0114
Abstract
This journal and commonplace book was kept by Bradley (first name unknown), a resident of Keighley, England, from approximately 1831 to 1845. The journal contains periodic entries of life events, but is primarily a notebook of assorted facts, including histories of local buildings, events, mathematical problems, political elections, mill owners, and death dates of residents in Keighley and York. The journal also includes notes of "current" events such as the visit of then-Princess Victoria...
Dates:
approximately 1831-1845
Journal of a voyage to investigate manufacturing in England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland
Collection
Identifier: MSS 0097-Item 0157
Abstract
This journal was kept by an unknown American travelling in England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland in 1811-1812. The author provided detailed accounts of British and Irish infrastructure and manufacturing efforts, as well as descriptions of local landmarks, scenery, and customs.
Dates:
1811-1812