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61. EAP454/17/1

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP454/17/1
Title:
Mizo [Oct 1949-Jun 1953]
Scope & Content:
This series of issues of the early Mizo newspaper “Mizo” contains debates on communism, as well as information on the pre-insurgency climate and ethnic identity formation in Lushai Hills. Topics include cover international politics, local and ethnic politics, health and disease, local community...
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
English and Lushai
Date Range:
Oct 1949-Jun 1953
Extent:
148 Tiff images

62. EAP454/18

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP454/18
Title:
Dr. J. V. Hluna's collection of historical manuscripts [1932-1940]
Scope & Content:
Dr. J. V. Hluna's collection has dual focuses. For education, he provides two key textbooks used in the early days of schooling in Mizoram. For religion, he proves a rare series of bound reports concerning the activities of the Salvation Army in Lushai Hills. Dr. J. V. Hluna also has a large col...
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
English and Lushai
Date Range:
01 Oct 2011
Extent:
554 Tiff images

63. 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

64. 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

65. 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

66. 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

67. 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

68. 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

69. EAP454/20

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP454/20
Title:
Upa Hualkunga's collection of early paper records [1901-1939]
Scope & Content:
Upa Hualkunga's collection is strongest on the certificates of early educational institutions in Mizoram. He also has a rare eye-witness account of the early history of Aizawl, written by then Superintendent J. Shakespeare. Two bound books, several loose paper files, and one photograph. Addit...
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
English and Lushai
Date Range:
3 Nov 2011
Extent:
92 Tiff images

70. EAP454/20/2

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP454/20/2
Title:
The Making of Aijal/Aizawl [1939]
Scope & Content:
A rare book by J. Shakespeare, the famous, early Superintendent of Lushai Hills, on the creation of Aijal/Aizawl city and of its early growth. One bound book, measuring 222mm x 335mm. Good condition.
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
English
Date Range:
1939
Extent:
14 Tiff images

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