Reference code
ZA UCT BC86
Title
Marischal Murray Papers
Date(s)
- 1872-1964 (Creation)
Level of description
Fonds
Extent and medium
3 archive boxes
Name of creator
(1898-1963)
Biographical history
Marischal Murray (1898-1963) was a librarian, teacher, ship enthusiast and maritime writer. He was the author of books such as "Ships and South Africa", "Union Castle Chronicle" and "Under Lion's Head".
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Donated by Mrs Aimee Jolly
Scope and content
MSS of his books ""Union Castle Chronicle"" and ""Under Lion's Head""; approximately 1000 cards with information for his books, and other references; 100 portraits by WH Schröder as well as 25 by other artists incl. HW Mackinney.
Two scrap-books containing articles i.a. by Mrs Aimee Jolly (ca.1928-1939).
Accruals
System of arrangement
Conditions governing access
Contact University of Cape Town Libraries: Special Collections for information about accessing this collection.
Conditions governing reproduction
Language of material
- English
Script of material
Language and script notes
English
Physical characteristics and technical requirements
Finding aids
Only a high-level description of the collection is maintained in AtoM. No detailed finding aid exists in this case.
Existence and location of originals
Existence and location of copies
Related units of description
Alternative identifier(s)
Subject access points
Place access points
Name access points
- Schröder, W.H. (Subject)
- Mackinney, HW - artist (Subject)
- Jolly, Aimee (Subject)