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1. In affectionate remembrance of Isabella, the beloved wife of James Clark, of Camerton : who died January 2nd, 1898, aged 53 years : interred at Camerton Church on Wednesday, January 5th, at 3 o'clock.

In affectionate remembrance of Isabella, the beloved wife of James Clark, of Camerton : who died January 2nd, 1898, aged 53 years : interred at Camerton Church on Wednesday, January 5th, at 3 o'clock.
Date:
1898
Physical Description:
1 folded card : illustrations ; 80 x 120 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

2. In affectionate remembrance of John Farres, who died November 5th, 1885 : aged 72 years.

In affectionate remembrance of John Farres, who died November 5th, 1885 : aged 72 years.
Date:
1885
Physical Description:
1 card : letterpress ; 80 x 120 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

3. In loving memory of Emily Clifford, dearly beloved wife of George Clifford : who died October 24th, 1905 : aged 41 years.

In loving memory of Emily Clifford, dearly beloved wife of George Clifford : who died October 24th, 1905 : aged 41 years.
Date:
1905
Physical Description:
1 folded card : illustrations ; 70 x 120 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

4. Fortune teller's notebook.

Fortune teller's notebook.
Date:
[1829?]
Physical Description:
1 volume (15 pages) : illustrations ; 11 cm, in boards 15 cm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

5. Souvenir greeting card.

Souvenir greeting card.
Date:
[approximately 1890]
Physical Description:
1 greeting card : color illustrations ; 9 x 13 cm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

6. In affectionate remembrance of Frances Stenning : who departed this life, May 5th, 1874 : aged 61 years : interred at Barking, Essex, May 10th, 1874.

In affectionate remembrance of Frances Stenning : who departed this life, May 5th, 1874 : aged 61 years : interred at Barking, Essex, May 10th, 1874.
Date:
1874
Physical Description:
1 embossed print : letterpress ; 78 x 116 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

7. Of your charity pray for the repose of the soul of Elizabeth Anne, Dowager Lady Dormer : who died on the 4th of July 1883, aged 76 : fortified with the Rites of the Holy Church

Of your charity pray for the repose of the soul of Elizabeth Anne, Dowager Lady Dormer : who died on the 4th of July 1883, aged 76 : fortified with the Rites of the Holy Church
Date:
1883
Physical Description:
1 card : illustrations ; 120 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

8. In affectionate remembrance of Mary, the beloved wife of Joseph Hardy, of Alston : who departed this life on the 12 August, 1870, and was interred in the Alston Cemetery, August 15th, 1870 : aged 25 years.

In affectionate remembrance of Mary, the beloved wife of Joseph Hardy, of Alston : who departed this life on the 12 August, 1870, and was interred in the Alston Cemetery, August 15th, 1870 : aged 25 years.
Date:
1870
Physical Description:
1 card : letterpress ; 90 x 130 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

9. In ever loving memory of William George Banks : dearly beloved husband of the late Harriet Ann Banks, of Doseley, Dawley, Salop : who departed this life Mar. 11th, 1928, aged 67 years : interred in Doseley Churchyard March 14th.

In ever loving memory of William George Banks : dearly beloved husband of the late Harriet Ann Banks, of Doseley, Dawley, Salop : who departed this life Mar. 11th, 1928, aged 67 years : interred in Doseley Churchyard March 14th.
Date:
1928
Physical Description:
1 folded card : illustrations ; 80 x 120 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

10. In loving memory of Mary Ann, widow of the late Thomas Bowes, Snilesworth : who died at Brewster Bill, Ardenside, on November 6th, 1944 : aged 83 years.

In loving memory of Mary Ann, widow of the late Thomas Bowes, Snilesworth : who died at Brewster Bill, Ardenside, on November 6th, 1944 : aged 83 years.
Date:
1944
Physical Description:
1 folded card : illustrations ; 80 x 120 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

11. In sacred memory of the victims of the great explosion in the East End of London on Friday evening, January, 19th, 1917.

In sacred memory of the victims of the great explosion in the East End of London on Friday evening, January, 19th, 1917.
Date:
1917
Physical Description:
1 folded card : illustrations ; 80 x 110 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

12. In memory of the late John Distance : who died May 16th, 1854 : aged 25 years.

In memory of the late John Distance : who died May 16th, 1854 : aged 25 years.
Date:
1854
Physical Description:
1 embossed print : letterpress ; 80 x 120 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

13. In memory of Jacob Henry Tillett, would-be-M.P. for his native city : November, 17th, 1868 : July, 12th, 1870 : February, 4th, 1874 : March, 5th, 1875.

In memory of Jacob Henry Tillett, would-be-M.P. for his native city : November, 17th, 1868 : July, 12th, 1870 : February, 4th, 1874 : March, 5th, 1875.
Date:
1892
Physical Description:
1 card : illustrations ; 110 x 80 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

14. In remembrance of the late Robert Minto of Barton-Upon-Humber : who died January 29th, 1857, aged 76 years.

In remembrance of the late Robert Minto of Barton-Upon-Humber : who died January 29th, 1857, aged 76 years.
Date:
1857
Physical Description:
1 embossed print : letterpress ; 78 x 116 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

15. In memory of Jane, the beloved wife of William Stead, of Sherburn : who died January 27th, 1865 : aged 34 years.

In memory of Jane, the beloved wife of William Stead, of Sherburn : who died January 27th, 1865 : aged 34 years.
Date:
1865
Physical Description:
1 embossed print : letterpress ; 80 x 120 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

16. In sorrowing remembrance of Jessie, wife of Horace Hart : who died at Worthing, June 14, 1871, aged 22 years : and was buried at Finchley Cemetery, June 20, 1871.

In sorrowing remembrance of Jessie, wife of Horace Hart : who died at Worthing, June 14, 1871, aged 22 years : and was buried at Finchley Cemetery, June 20, 1871.
Date:
1871
Physical Description:
1 card : photograph ; 100 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

17. In affectionate remembance of Euphemia Froude, who died October 29th, 1897 : aged 26 years : interred at Plumstead, Cemetery.

In affectionate remembance of Euphemia Froude, who died October 29th, 1897 : aged 26 years : interred at Plumstead, Cemetery.
Date:
1897
Physical Description:
1 embossed card : letterpress ; 80 x 120 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

18. Wellington : born 1789 - died 1852.

Wellington : born 1789 - died 1852.
Date:
1852
Physical Description:
1 embossed print ; 140 x 110 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

19. Decalcomania sample book.

Decalcomania sample book.
Date:
circa 1870
Physical Description:
2 v. : ill. ; 33 cm.
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

20. A full & true account of a pleasure party to Rockingham in 1817 by C.R., illustrated by J.P.

A full & true account of a pleasure party to Rockingham in 1817 by C.R., illustrated by J.P.
Date:
1817?
Physical Description:
2 v.
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

21. In memory of Lord Raglan, Commander in Chief of the British Forces in the Crimea : born 1788, died June 28th 1855.

In memory of Lord Raglan, Commander in Chief of the British Forces in the Crimea : born 1788, died June 28th 1855.
Date:
1855
Physical Description:
1 embossed print : letterpress ; 80 x 120 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

22. May each returning birthday find you very much improved : then you'll grow wise and good and kind and be by all beloved.

May each returning birthday find you very much improved : then you'll grow wise and good and kind and be by all beloved.
Date:
[approximately 1860]
Physical Description:
1 card ; 40 x 120 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

23. In loving remembrance of William Albert Hadley, aged 18 years : died April 30th, 1873.

In loving remembrance of William Albert Hadley, aged 18 years : died April 30th, 1873.
Date:
1873
Physical Description:
1 card : letterpress ; 80 x 120 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

24. Two funeral scenes, with horse-drawn hearses.

Two funeral scenes, with horse-drawn hearses.
Date:
[approximately 1850]
Physical Description:
1 print : woodcut ; sheet 14 x 22
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

25. In affectionate remembrance of John Stringer, the beloved husband of Sarah Ann Stringer : who died January 6th, 1888.

In affectionate remembrance of John Stringer, the beloved husband of Sarah Ann Stringer : who died January 6th, 1888.
Date:
1888
Physical Description:
1 embossed card : letterpress ; 78 x 116 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

26. In affectionate remembrance of Elizabeth Brooks who departed this life January 2th, 1918 : aged 63 years : interred at Walcot Cemetery.

In affectionate remembrance of Elizabeth Brooks who departed this life January 2th, 1918 : aged 63 years : interred at Walcot Cemetery.
Date:
1918
Physical Description:
1 folded card : illustrations ; 80 x 120 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

27. Please to imagine lady fair, If you my passion truly share, that in these gloves our hands combine, Mine in yours, love, and yours in mind.

Please to imagine lady fair, If you my passion truly share, that in these gloves our hands combine, Mine in yours, love, and yours in mind.
Date:
[approximately 1860]
Physical Description:
1 folded card ; 30 x 110 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

28. Cut-paper flower arrangements.

Cut-paper flower arrangements.
Date:
London?,
Physical Description:
2 works : hand-cut paper ; in oval box frames 26 x 20 x 6 cm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

29. In affectionate remembrance of William Foggin : who died February 15th, 1864 : aged 3 years and 10 months.

In affectionate remembrance of William Foggin : who died February 15th, 1864 : aged 3 years and 10 months.
Date:
1864
Physical Description:
1 embossed print : letterpress ; 80 x 120 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

30. The young companion.

The young companion.
Date:
1897 January-1898 December
Physical Description:
2 volumes (204, 130 pages) : illustrations ; 25 cm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

31. To my love.

To my love.
Date:
[1880?]
Physical Description:
1 card : color illustrations ; 10 x 7 cm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

32. Sepulchral monuments in Great Britain; applied to illustrate the history of families, manners, habits and arts, at the different periods from the Norman conquest to the seventeenth century. With introductory observations ...

Sepulchral monuments in Great Britain; applied to illustrate the history of families, manners, habits and arts, at the different periods from the Norman conquest to the seventeenth century. With introductory observations ...
Creator:
Gough, Richard, 1735–1809
Date:
1786-1796
Physical Description:
2 v. in 3. illus., plates (part fold.), geneal. tables (part fold.) 54 cm.
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

33. Cut-paper basket.

Cut-paper basket.
Date:
Great Britain,
Physical Description:
1 cut-paper basket : hand-cut paper with watercolor, stitched with silk thread ; 24 x 29 x 8 cm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

34. In affectionate remembrance of James Page : who fell asleep in Jesus August 19th, 1885 : aged 63 years.

In affectionate remembrance of James Page : who fell asleep in Jesus August 19th, 1885 : aged 63 years.
Date:
1885
Physical Description:
1 cut paper card : letterpress ; 80 x 120 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

35. Yours unalterably.

Yours unalterably.
Date:
[1875?]
Physical Description:
1 card : color illustrations ; 9 x 7 cm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

36. Lady Fanny Flutter, at home on midsummer night : for waltzing and flirting, (the latter the natural consequence of the former).

Lady Fanny Flutter, at home on midsummer night : for waltzing and flirting, (the latter the natural consequence of the former).
Date:
circa 1800
Physical Description:
1 card ; 8 x 12 cm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

37. In loving memory of Ellen Rosa Garrard, who departed this life October 11th, 1923 : aged 39 years : interred in Watford Cemetery.

In loving memory of Ellen Rosa Garrard, who departed this life October 11th, 1923 : aged 39 years : interred in Watford Cemetery.
Date:
1923
Physical Description:
1 folded card : illustrations ; 70 x 120 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

38. [Greeting card with movable flower].

[Greeting card with movable flower].
Date:
[1850?]
Physical Description:
1 greeting card : color illustrations ; 17 x 12 cm, mounted on 21 x 16 cm manila paper.
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

39. In loving memory of Joseph Francis : the beloved son of Joseph and Annie Bennett, of Cowdale : who was accidentally killed, Feb. 2nd, 1906 : aged twenty years : and was interred at King Ferndale Church, February 6th.

No cover image available
Date:
1907
Physical Description:
1 folded card : letterpress ; 120 x 80 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

40. In fond remembrance.

No cover image available
Date:
[approximately 1860]
Physical Description:
1 card : color illustrations ; 100 x 70 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

41. In loving memory of James Herbert Kelly : who fell asleep on March 24th, 1899 : in his 21st year : interred in the English Cemetery, Colonia, S. America.

No cover image available
Date:
1899
Physical Description:
1 folded card : letterpress ; 80 x 120 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

42. In affectionate remembrance of Mary Ann Pope : who died July 13th, 1875, aged 58 years.

No cover image available
Date:
1875
Physical Description:
1 cut paper card : letterpress ; 120 x 80 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

43. In memory of [Mary Badger] who died [July 7th 1869] aged [39 years] : interred in [Victoria Park] Cemetery the [10th] day of [July 1869] in grave no. [blank]

No cover image available
Date:
1869
Physical Description:
1 embossed card : letterpress ; 80 x 120 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

44. The sports and pastimes of the people of England / by Joseph Strutt ; illustrated by one hundred and forty engravings.

No cover image available
Creator:
Strutt, Joseph, 1749–1802
Date:
1830
Physical Description:
lxvii, [1], 420 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

45. In affectionate remembrance of Laura : the beloved daughter of Charles and Mary Waterworth : who died January 23rd, 1886 : aged 5 years & 2 months : and was this day interred at Stoney Royd Cemetery.

No cover image available
Date:
1887
Physical Description:
1 folded card : illustrations ; 80 x 120 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

46. In loving remembrance of Her Most Gracious Majesty, Queen Victoria : born at Kensington Palace, May 24th 1819 : acceded to the throne, June 20th, 1837 : crowned at Westminster Abbey, June 28th, 1838 : entered into rest at Osborne, Isle of Wight, January 22nd, 1901.

No cover image available
Date:
1901
Physical Description:
1 folded card ; 120 x 80 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

47. In affectionate remembrance of Richard, the beloved son of Richard and Catherine Slater : who departed this life December 5th, 1887 : aged 18 years, and was this day interred at St. James's Church, Breightmet.

No cover image available
Date:
1887
Physical Description:
1 folded card ; 80 x 120 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

48. In affectionate remembrance of dear Bertie : the second daughter of George T. and Henrietta Elizabeth Rosalie Jelley : who died on Thusday, the 18th Novmber, 1875 : aged 9 years.

No cover image available
Date:
1875
Physical Description:
1 card : letterpress ; 80 x 120 mm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts

49. The young fogey handbook : a guide to backward mobility / edited by Suzanne Lowry.

No cover image available
Date:
1985
Physical Description:
96 pages ; 21 cm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts
Credit Line:
Yale Center for British Art, Gift of Stephen Parks, Yale BA 1961.

50. Miles & Edwards and Charles Hindley & Sons correspondence, 1832-1875.

No cover image available
Creator:
Miles & Edwards (London)
Date:
1832-1875
Physical Description:
1 linear foot (2 boxes)
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts
Credit Line:
Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Fund