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GB 249 T-GED/9/820/3 · Piece · [1908]
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Reply to GB 249 T-GED 9/820/2 [https://www.ica-atom.org/strathclyde/copy-letter-from-patrick-geddes-to-victor-branford;isad].
A discussion of the problems inherent in the proposed revitalisation of the country of Paraguay and its railway, and asking for financial aid to counter the policy of some who would like minimal development and quick dividends.

Branford, Victor Verasis, 1863-1930, sociologist
GB 249 T-GED/9/820/1 · Piece · 12 February 1908
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Asks for assistance in reorganising the Paraguay railway, refers to Geddes's experience of the Botanical Survey of Scotland and mediterranean agriculture. Mentions Sir Frank Crisp and Mr. Rodriguez, Chairman of the Railway Company. Involves revitalisation of the capital city, Asuncion.

Branford, Victor Verasis, 1863-1930, sociologist
GB 249 T-GED/12/3/8/48 · Piece · 2 September 1911
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

Discusses the predicament of the Town and Gown Association, his meeting with Thomas Barnby Whitson and his views on the matter. Believes Whitson should approach William Stowell Haldane regarding this matter. Suggests that if Henry Beveridge’s loan could be repaid the Association would remain solvent. Suggests meeting Lord Pentland to discuss the matter further.

Branford, Victor Verasis, 1863-1930, sociologist
GB 249 T-GED/9/1669 · Item · 19 April - 13 August 1928
Part of Patrick Geddes papers

11 documents.

1669/1: Purchase of Argentine Land shares.

1669/2: Purchase of Argentine Land shares.

1669/3: Sending of cheque to Laurie, Milbank and co. re purchase of shares. No name of sender.

1669/4: Letter to Victor Branford re purchase of Argentine Land shares, from Laurie, Milbank and co.

1669/5: Sending of receipt for purchase of shares to Laurie, Milbank and co. No name of sender.

1669/6: Sending of cheque to Victor Branford re purchase of shares, from Laurie, Milbank and co.

1669/7: Letter to Victor Branford from Laurie, Milbank and co. noting that a cheque will be forwarded to him shortly.

1669/8: Receipt to Victor Branford from Laurie, Milbank and co., enclosing certificate for shares [not extant].

1669/9: Letter to Laurie, Milbank and co. regarding Paraguay Government Bonds. No name of sender.

1669/10: Letter to Victor Branford from Laurie, Milbank and co. regarding selling of Paraguay Government Bonds.

1669/11: Letter to Laurie, Milbank and co. enclosing certificate for 200 shares of the British North Borneo Company and receipt [not extant].

Branford, Victor Verasis, 1863-1930, sociologist