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"Gentleman John", Shorthorn Steer, 1870s-1930s

 Item
Identifier: Coll-1434/1789

Scope and Contents

Photograph of the Shorthorn steer, "Gentleman John" standing in a field in the early 20th century. His sire was "Ajax" (80320) and he was bred by John Rose of Millcraig, Alness and is the property of Peter Dunn of Pasture House, Sigglesthorne, Hull. The text beneath the image notes the steers age, weight and prizes at various stock shows.

Dates

  • Creation: 1870s-1930s

Creator

Language of Materials

English

Physical Description

1 slide 81mm by 81mm

Conditions Governing Access

Open.

Extent

From the Fonds: 50 boxes

From the Fonds: 3465 Photographic Slides

Physical Description

1 slide 81mm by 81mm

Dimensions

81mm by 81mm

Archivist's Note

Catalogued by Kristy Davis as part of Towards Dolly Project, 2012-2013

Repository Details

Part of the University of Edinburgh Library Heritage Collections Repository

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