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Archive Reference (shelfmark) EAP454/14 Digitised Content Yes (available)

1. EAP454/14

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP454/14
Title:
Pi Violi and Pu Mark's collection of Saikao/Serkawr materials [1908-1950]
Scope & Content:
This collection is held at the original residence of R. A. Lorrain, founder of the Lakher Pioneer Mission to the Mara or Lakher tribe of eastern Lushai Hills (what is today Maraland in Mizoram). The collection is unique in providing a glimpse into the religious history of a marginalized tribe. ...
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
English, Haka Chin, Lushai, and Mara Chin
Date Range:
Oct 2011
Extent:
606 Tiff images

2. EAP454/14/1

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP454/14/1
Title:
The Wonderful Story of the Lakher Pioneer Mission: Further India. Evangelical and Inter-denominational. Founded 1905. [1913]
Scope & Content:
Contains information and reports on Reginald A. Lorrain's Lakher Pioneer Mission set amongst the Lakher (or Mara) tribe of Lushai Hills, as well as an appeal for funding and letters from contemporaries. 1st edition was printed in 1905. Note that there was no power in Saikao on the evening of 1...
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
English
Date Range:
1913
Extent:
30 Tiff images

3. EAP454/14/2

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP454/14/2
Title:
Private register book of R. A. Lorrain [1908-1950]
Scope & Content:
Contains a list of Lakher Pioneer Mission workers, mission expenditures, workers' wages, employee records (i.e., lateness, sickness), The back of the book had loose papers which were digitized in order. This record was found in a cardboard trunk, a full 1/5 of which had been completely shredde...
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
English and Mara Chin
Date Range:
1908-1950
Extent:
164 Tiff images

4. EAP454/14/3

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP454/14/3
Title:
The Family Tree of the Lorrain's [Sept 18 1930]
Scope & Content:
Contains a genealogical study of the Lorrain family. The two pages that have been ripped out seem to originally have been a part of a triptych fold-out. They have thus been photographed positioned all together as intended, as well as individually. One loose, hand-written paper at the end was ...
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
English
Date Range:
Sept 18 1930
Extent:
49 Tiff images

5. EAP454/14/4

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP454/14/4
Title:
Missionary Second Year Examination [1931]
Scope & Content:
Contains the syllabus/study package/questions for new missionaries serving with the Lakher Mission. Also contains a score sheet. One booklet, measuring 210mm x 160mm. Folded, but good condition otherwise.
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
English and Mara Chin
Date Range:
1931
Extent:
24 Tiff images

6. EAP454/14/5

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP454/14/5
Title:
Abeipa za pati ni: akaona eima tahpa [1938]
Scope & Content:
This unique book contains the parts of the 'Sacrament of the Lord's Supper', written in Mara (which was then called Lakher or Shandoo, and is also known today by Mizos as Tlosai). One book, measuring 105mm x 155mm. Decent condition, save for pen marks and tape across certain pages.
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
English and Mara Chin
Date Range:
1938
Extent:
24 Tiff images

7. EAP454/14/6

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP454/14/6
Title:
The Chart of the Past. Diary of R. A. Lorrain [after 1922]
Scope & Content:
Contains a personal autobiographical record written by R. A. Lorrain, including major life events, world travels, information on the Lakher Pioneer Mission, and important events in world history. One bound book, measuring 170mm x 210mm. Reasonably preserved, though with wear.
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
English
Date Range:
after 1922
Extent:
167 Tiff images

8. EAP454/14/7

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP454/14/7
Title:
Paper records of Rev. R. A. Lorrain [1924-1940]
Scope & Content:
Includes a wide range of material. Letters about conflicts and jurisdiction with local government and other mission authorities, letters about the intention of new missionaries hoping to join the Lakher Pioneer Mission, letters concerning monetary gifts, as well as maps, finances, resolutions, ...
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
English
Date Range:
1924-1940
Extent:
148 Tiff images

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