Miscellaneous documents
Reference: D/X 1443 Catalogue Title: Miscellaneous documents Area: Catalogue Category: Other Records Description: Diaries of an anonymous bridge construction worker
Covering Dates: 1902
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Catalogue Description
Records given:22 April 2004 Acc: 3030(D)
The diaries reflect the activities of an unidentified builder. There are references to the building of six arches, the presence of an inspector and of Taylor and Squires, who may be sub-contractors. There is also a reference to Mr. Harrison's enquiring about the progress of the construction. No name is inscribed in the diaries, but D/X 1443/4 contains a 'Coupon Insurance Ticket' completed in the name of P. Milton, 149 Gregory Boulevard, Nottingham. The last diary (ref: D/X 1443/4) for December 1902 refers to the writer's stay in Nottingham from 24 to 29 December 1902.
Catalogue Contents
Ref: D/X 1443/1
The Reliable Time Table and Monthly Diary for Durham and District, 1 April - 30 April 1902
The writer comments on the weather, the construction of arches, the work done by carpenters, the presence on the job of Taylor, the presence of an inspector, and the presence of Squires
(1 booklet, 7 cm. x 10.8 cm.)
Ref: D/X 1443/2The Reliable Time Table and Monthly Diary for Durham and District, 1 June - 30 June 1902
The writer comments on the weather, the construction of arches, the presence of Squires and Taylor, the presence of an inspector, and enquiries by W. Harrison concerning the job
(1 booklet, 7 cm. x 10.8 cm.)
Ref: D/X 1443/3The Reliable Time Table and Monthly Diary for Durham and District, 1 July - 31 July 1902
The writer refers to the 'Inspector and Sutherland coming down', the presence of asphalters, a visit to Bearpark Colliery for ballast, ashes from Bearpark Colliery being sent to 'Dearness' 'per special', Alexander and Bell calling to inspect the 'old Bridge', Taylor altering side walls, and the purchase of artificial stone
(1 booklet, 7 cm. x 10.8 cm.)
Ref: D/X 1443/4The Reliable Time Table and Monthly Diary for Durham and District, 1 December - 31 December 1902
The writer refers to the weather and the inability of men to work as result, Gradon's man calling about firewood, Hedley and Squires on the job, a journey to Nottingham by train, and a stay there during which the weather is recorded
(1 booklet, 7 cm. x 10.8 cm.)
