Gibraltar: Signed (7 results)
THE GOVERNOR'S CAT MEDSOFTCOVER, AUTOGRAPHED, SIAMESE OF ROYAL GIBRALTAR GOVERNOR
SIR WILLIAM JACKSON ROYAL GOVERNOR OF GIBRALTAR, AUTOGRAPHED
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GIBRALTAR - Joshua Hassan (1915-97) PREMIERMINISTER Gibraltar (engl. Kronkolonie) FOTO, EIGENHÄNDIG SIGNIERT (Orig.-Farbfoto) mit Jahr 1985.
Published by Gibraltar 1897
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Two pages, on the versos of a 4to bifolium. Fair, on lightly-aged paper. Concerning the proposed 'establishment of a Club' within the Library, and concluding 'Generally we are of opinion that the above scheme is the best that can be suggested for upholding both institutions - the Library and the Club. The proposed agreement (i)…may appear at first sight to entail a loss on the Library, but the loss it would suffer from the establishment of a Club outside would probably be far heavier, [.]'. Signed in type by Major-General F. Carrington; W. H. Rathborne; Stephen H. Gatty, C.J.; Herbert Marsh, R.N.; L. Barnes-Lawrence; and Joseph A. Patron.' Gatty's copy, with his name in pencil at head of first page. From the residue of Sir Stephen H. Gatty's papers. See Image.
['An Admiral with salt in his ears and his tongue': Admiral of the Fleet Sir Varyl Begg, First Sea Lord.] Autograph Letter Signed to 'Mr Dean', listing his 'appointments as Captain & Admiral'.
Sir Varyl Begg [Admiral of the Fleet Sir Varyl Cargill Begg] (1908-1995), First Sea Lord 1966-1968; Governor of Gibraltar 1968-1973; served with distinction in Second World War [Royal Navy]
Published by Undated between and 1965. On his letterhead as Commander-in-Chief Far East Phoenix Park Singapore 1964
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See his entry in the Oxford DNB. See David Owen, who was minister for the navy when Begg was appointed Admiral of the Fleet in 1968, commented on his death that Begg was 'an Admiral with salt both in his ears and his tongue', who 'did not suffer fools gladly' (The Independent, 15 July 1995). 2pp, 4to. In good condition, lightly…aged. Folded once. Begins: 'Dear Mr Dean. / I have signed the photograph as you asked. / My appointments as Captain & Admiral have been.' A list of nine appointments follows, beginning with '1947-8 Commanding HM Gunnery School / Chatham.' and ending with '1963 - Commander in Chief / Far East.' Good bold signature and valediction: 'With all best wishes / Yours sincerely / Varyl Begg'. The letter can be dated from the letterhead and last item in the list.
Published by Fundamental Laws: Gibraltar c. Report: Gibraltar 1897 1889
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Gatty's annotations are of interest, considering his legal standing in Gibraltar, and his position as one of the Library's committee members. One: 'Report'. Two pages on the versos of a 4to bifolium. Very good on lightly-aged paper. Concerning the proposed 'establishment of a Club' within the Library, and concluding 'Generally w…e are of opinion that the above scheme is the best that can be suggested for upholding both institutions - the Library and the Club. The proposed agreement (i) may appear at first sight to entail a loss on the Library, but the loss it would suffer from the establishment of a Club outside would probably be far heavier, [.]'. Signed in type by Major-General F. Carrington; W. H. Rathborne; Stephen H. Gatty, C.J.; Herbert Marsh, R.N.; L. Barnes-Lawrence; and Joseph A. Patron. Addressed on reverse to 'His Honour S. H. Gatty Esqr Chief Justice'. Attached at the head of the first page is a 12mo leaf with one page reproducing the third and twentieth of the 'Fundamental Laws'. Two: Unbound stitched pamphlet (12mo, 17 pp) giving the 'Fundamental Laws'. In poor condition on aged paper with the first leaf loose. Two pages annotated by Gatty, and with several passages amended by later printed leaves being laid down on them. Three: printed receipt for Garrison Library subscription, filled in, signed and dated 3 November 1904. From the residue of Sir Stephen H. Gatty's papers. See Image.
[Sir David Colyear, 1st Earl of Portmore] Printed Receipt Signed, with Manuscript Additions in another hand, for money lent to Queen Anne.
Sir David Colyear, 1st Earl of Portmore [Governor of Gibraltar]
Published by London; 19 May 1707
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General (c.1656-1730) and Governor of Gibraltar, married to Catherine Sedley, mistress of James II (see item# ). One leaf, dimensions roughly seven inches by ten and a half. Printed text with manuscript additions on recto; docketed on verso. Good, but grubby, and with slight repair to head. Receipt 'of the Honourable [Lord ffitz…harding]' (corrected from 'James Vernon Esq'); One of the Four Tellers of the Receipt of Her Majesty's Exchequer', of eighty pounds for twenty-four months interest on £500 lent by Portmore and 'My Ld Kent' on 14 August 1704. Signed 'Portmore'. See Image.
[ Sir Richard Harington, acting Chief Justice of Gibraltar, 1892 and 1901. ] Thirteen items relating to his tenure of office, including Letters Patent signed by Sir Henry More Jackson and Sir Robert Biddulph, passes and accounts.
Sir Richard Harington (1861-1931) of Ridlington, temporary Chief Justice of Gibraltar, 1892 and 1901 [ Sir Henry More Jackson, Colonial Secretary; Sir Robert Biddulph, Governor; Royal Fusiliers ]
Published by Gibraltar and 1901 1892
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Thirteen items from the Harington family papers. Sir Richard Harington of Ridlington, 12th Baronet, was educated at Eton and Christ College, Cambridge. Called to the Bar in 1886, he practised as a barrister on the Oxford Circuit before taking up an appointment as a Puisne Judge in the High Court of Justice at Fort William in Ben…gal in 1899, serving in that capacity until returning home in 1913. In later years he acted as Justice of the Peace and Deputy Lieutenant for Herefordshire. The collection is in fair condition, aged and worn. ONE: Printed document completed in manuscript, signed by the Governor of Gibraltar Sir Robert Biddulph (1839-1918), docketed by Harington 'Letters patent appointing Sir R. Harington temporarily Chief Justice of Gibraltar', dated 8 May 1892. The document, with damaged seal of Queen Victoria under paper, appoints 'His Honour Sir Richard Harington, Baronet, Judge of the County Court of Worcester [] to act as Chief Justice of Gibraltar, during the absence on leave of His Honour Sir Henry James Burford Burford Hancock Knight, Companion of Our Most Distinguished Order of Saint Michael and Saint George'. TWO: Typed document signed by Colonial Secretary of Gibraltar Henry More Jackson (1849-1908), docketed 'letters Patent appointing Sir Richard Harington Bt acting Chief Justice of Gibraltar', dated March 1901. With seal of Edward VII under paper. Appointing Harington to the position 'during the absence on leave of His Honour Stephen Herbert Gatty'. 2pp., folio. THREE: Autograph 'Draft letter to Sir H Jackson in draft ordinance as to assessors' by Harington, dated 16 May 1901. 4pp, 8vo. On letterhead of the Supreme Court, Gibraltar, Judges' Chambers. The letter is headed 'Presentment of the Grand Jury in the matter of Assessors.' FOUR: Typed Letter Signed to Harington from Jackson ('H. Jackson'). On letterhead of the Colonial Secretary's Office, Gibraltar, 3 April 1901. 1p., 8vo. Informing him of the Easter closure of the 'Public Offices'. FIVE: Printed grey-paper 'Pass to Sketch or Photograph' in Gibraltar, issued to Harington. Signed by Major Crawford, Assistant Adjutant General, stamped and dated 30 June 1901. SIX: Printed pink-paper 'Officer's Pass', made out to Harington, and giving him 'permission to pass along the roads (but not off them, nor along the footpaths) comprised in the triangle Willis's Signal Station and Windmill Hill Gate'. Signed by Crawford, and dated 31 March 1901. SEVEN and EIGHT: Two duplicated letters, in facsimile manuscript, from the Assistant Military Secretary. 14 and 15 March 1901; the first from Government House, the second from 'The Convent'. Each 1p., 12mo. The two relating to a visit by 'the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and York'. The first, with the names of 'Sir R. and Lady Harington' added, an invitation to 'the Dinner to be given by His Royal Highness on board the "Ophir" on the 21st. March. The second, with 'The Acting Chief Justice' added, inviting Harington to 'the Landing Stage on H. M. Dock [] to receive Their Royal Highnesses'. NINE: Eastern Telegraph Company telegram from 'Nicolson', inviting Harington and his wife to dinner. 4 April 1901. TEN: Notebook, with waxed black cloth cover, containing itemised manuscript account of expenditure on food. No evidence of author or place, but compiled (during Harington's second tenure) between 5 March and 19 May 1901, by Lady Harington's household. 118pp., 12mo, with 2pp., 12mo, on leaves loosely inserted. Good English fare, from 'Sponge Cake' to 'Mutton Cutlets', with prices. Compiled by or for Lady Harington. ELEVEN and TWELVE: Two printed cards relating to the 'Royal Fusiliers Races' on Gibraltar. First, an invitation, completed in manuscript, to the 'Regimental Races | North Front.', from 'Lieut. Col: Briggs and the Officers Royal Fusiliers' to 'Sir J., [sic] Lady & Miss Harrington [sic]'. THIRTEEN: Printed 'List of Passengers (outwards) by P. & O. Company's Steamer', 'Per P. & O. S.s. EGYPT (CAPTAIN G. L. LANGBORNE.
