Correspondence and Papers, Pamphlets and Addresses

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These papers document James Cameron Smail's interest in technical education and of the links he formed with a number of charitable and professional bodies in Edinburgh.

The Correspondence and Papers, Pamphlets and Addresses Series consists of:

• correspondence regarding obituary notices, pamphlets, and addresses by James Cameron Smail (1929-1985)
• presentation copy of The Merchant Company of Edinburgh: - Its Rise and Progress 1681-1902, (1903) on his recognition as an honorary member
• memorandum by James Cameron Smail regarding a suggestion made to him about the institution of a biology class for teachers (1932)
• correspondence between James Cameron Smail and AF Martin regarding results of former pupils of Dollar Academy at Heriot-Watt College (1931)
• notes by James Cameron Smail on "Milestones" in the History of Heriot-Watt College 1821-1929 ( 1929)
• papers relating to the Principal Smail Testimonial Fund Presentation (1949-1950)

Memo regarding the institution of biology classes for teachers, sent to James Cameron Smail by the Chief Science Master at the Knox School, Haddington.(1938)

Cover of Printing Trades booklet, published by the Association of Technical Institutions.(1938)

• Biology
• Honorary Membership
• Obituaries
• Professional Honours
• Study, Courses of

• Martin | AF | fl1931 | headmaster of Dollar Academy
• Smail | James Cameron | 1880-1970 | principal of Heriot-Watt College

• Heriot-Watt College | 1885-1966 | college | Edinburgh (Scotland)