Genealogical notes on Scottish families, written in several hands, probably between 1790 and 1800., [?1790-?1800.]
Scope and Contents
The authorship of the notes has been attributed to ‘Alexander Dunlop of Jamaica, latterly residing at Fairley, near Largs in Ayrshire. Ob. circiter 1800’ (see MS.9291, folio 2).
The manuscripts are referred to by J G Dunlop as ‘the Jamaica MSS’.
As well as genealogical material, lists of dignitaries and army officers are also included.
Dates
- Creation: [?1790-?1800.]
Conditions Governing Access
Normal access conditions apply.
Conditions Governing Use
Normal reproduction conditions apply, subject to any copyright restrictions.
Extent
17 Volumes ; The manuscripts are octavo unless otherwise stated.
Language of Materials
From the Fonds: Undetermined
Arrangement
An attempt has been made to restore the manuscripts to their original order, but many of them are incomplete. The volume designations by letter are from the original arrangement and, where present, are found on a label at the front of each volume. Where the label is missing a letter has been supplied based on the entries in MSS.9292-9295.
Other Finding Aids
A list of contents for MSS.9274-9285 and 9287-9288 is at MS.9291.
Genre / Form
Repository Details
Part of the National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division Repository
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