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Memoranda (Press Cuttings Related to James McBey)
Memoranda (Press Cuttings Related to James McBey)
Memoranda (Press Cuttings Related to James McBey)

Memoranda (Press Cuttings Related to James McBey)

Associated (Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
Date1916
Object NamePress Cutting
Mediumpaper and ink
ClassificationsMcBey
Dimensions12.6 x 14.6cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1988 by Mrs Marguerite McBey.
Copyright© Aberdeen City Council (McBey Collection)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG009098.46
About MePress cutting from an unknown newspaper, where the section titled "Memoranda" has been circled and dated 8 July 1916 with blue pencil. In this section James McBey is listed as becoming temporary second lieutenant from 3 February, whilst with the Stationary Service.

This object is part of an archive that belonged to Marguerite McBey. As a result of her generosity, Aberdeen Art Gallery holds the largest archive of James McBey's work, including prints, drawings, sketchbooks, oil paintings and memorabilia such as this newspaper article.