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Collection Area Endangered Archives Programme Subject Religious activities

191. EAP454/18/1

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP454/18/1
Title:
Hmabu. The Front Book [undated]
Scope & Content:
This very rare school textbook contains early lessons on both grammar and composition for Lushai-speaking learners of English and English-speaking learners of Lushai. One school textbook, measuring 130mm x 190mm. Varies. The front portion of the book is rather damaged compared to the latter.
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
English and Lushai
Date Range:
1932-1940
Extent:
138 Tiff images

192. EAP454/18/2

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP454/18/2
Title:
Zirtanbu thar: a New Lushai Primer [1932]
Scope & Content:
Originally published in 1928, this book looms large in the Mizo collective historical memory as a key textbook for early grade school classes. Very rare today, this source contains lessons and nursery rhymes to build Lushai students' grammar and writing abilities, as well as vocabularies. One ...
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
English and Lushai
Date Range:
1932
Extent:
22 Tiff images

193. EAP454/18/3

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP454/18/3
Title:
Sipai Tlangau. Official organ of the Salvation Army in Lushai Hills [May 1936-Nov 1940 ]
Scope & Content:
This very rare series of reports contains information on the activities of the Salvation Army in Lushai Hills. One bound volume, measuring 193mm x 265mm. Some problems with the binding, but mostly good condition.
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
English and Lushai
Date Range:
May 1936-Nov 1940
Extent:
394 Tiff images

194. EAP454/19

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP454/19
Title:
Pu Lalhruaitluanga's collection of records and letters [1899-1936]
Scope & Content:
Pu Hruaia's collection centres on the figure of Dara, an early educated Mizo from North Lushai Hills. His diaries and letters back to Lushai Hills from a tour in the United Kingdom are highlights. One diary, a collection of letters, one selection from a magazine, and four photographs. Addition...
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
English and Lushai
Date Range:
23 Sep 2011
Extent:
276 Tiff images

195. EAP454/19/1

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP454/19/1
Title:
Pu Dara's personal journal [1912]
Scope & Content:
This source contains a rare glimpse into the everyday life of a Lushai man for the year 1912. The diary lasts the duration of that entire year. It revolves mainly around Pu Dara's personal experiences as an early church activist in Lushai Hills. The diary includes some information on notable ...
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
English and Lushai
Date Range:
1912
Extent:
151 Tiff images

196. EAP454/19/2

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP454/19/2
Title:
Letters from Pu Dara to his wife, Pi Thangi [1913]
Scope & Content:
This collection of letters details Pu Dara's travels through Wales in 1913 to his wife, Pi Thangi, back in Aijal. Pu Dara's letters contain day-to-day reports about life in Wales, some personal reflections on salvation, and notes about his involvement in church-related activities in Wales. As...
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
Lushai
Date Range:
1913
Extent:
108 Tiff images

197. EAP454/19/3

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP454/19/3
Title:
Among the Head-Hunters of Lushai [1899]
Scope & Content:
Pu Lalhruaitluanga Ralte found this selection from a magazine being sold on the popular Abebooks.com. The selection is taken from The World Wide Magazine, IV. 20. Nov. 1899, p. 375 - 384. The article, written by Baptist Missionary Society pioneer missionaries F. W. Savidge and J. H. Lorrain, d...
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
English
Date Range:
1899
Extent:
10 Tiff images

198. EAP454/19/4

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP454/19/4
Title:
Pu Lalhruaitluanga - Photographs [25 Dec 1912-1951]
Scope & Content:
4 photographs
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
Not applicable
Date Range:
25 Dec 1912-1951
Extent:
7 Tiff images

199. EAP454/19/4/1

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP454/19/4/1
Title:
Portrait of Mary Winchester [25 Dec 1912]
Scope & Content:
This portrait of Mary Winchester (known then in Lushai Hills as Zolutii, or 'She who has entered the Lushai Tribe or Country') was, according to custodian Pu Lalhruaitluanga Ralte, given to Pu Dara on his visit to Britain in 1912. The reverse contains a message from Zoluti to Pu R. Dara. [Mary W...
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
Not applicable
Date Range:
25 Dec 1912
Extent:
2 Tiff images

200. EAP454/19/4/2

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP454/19/4/2
Title:
Jubilee Hostelers [1941]
Scope & Content:
The original date (1952) has been crossed out in favour of 1941. The reverse suggests that the photo is of Class 5 students. These are the students of Boys' Middle English School, popularly known as Sikulpui, meaning 'Grand School.' It features Rev. Lalnghinglova and friends. This photograp...
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
Not applicable
Date Range:
1941
Extent:
2 Tiff images