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Comprehensive development areas: Stepney / Poplar consists of:

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A diary account of observations made by Sir Archibald Geikie during his trip to Arran in 1851. He includes an analysis of the geology of the area: clay deposits, gravel formation and marine terraces amongst others. Geikie also describes the people and the communities they lived in, particularly the villages of Brodick, Corrie and Lamlash.

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Letter, 30 April 1924, California, Frank Morley Fletcher to Bernard Hoffman. Suggesting that Tovey be told of the diversities of the musical community of Santa Barbara before he arrives. Typescript signed.

Scope and Contents A set of 35 sociological reports written by Margaret Willis for London County Council's Architect's Department. The reports are based on primary research conducted through questionnaire and survey work and report on a number of factors which would influence housing design and amenity provision. There are different editions or drafts of some of the titles, and some include original photographs or are typescript. Subjects cover a wide range of issues, including: social surveys, high rise...

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Story which tells how 'Pri'orr Airdecatain' [Prior of Ardchattan, Àirde-Catain/Ardchattan, Earra Ghàidheal/Argyllshire] ordered that 'Craobh nan abhall' should be propped up and railed. As long as Robert Ardchattan was alive the tree was cared for by the people.