16 and 17 May 2012

'ello to you fine people...

Yesterday didn't quite work out all to well in regards to the National Archive.  Went to the Archive and I forgot my card with the note of which archive file I have to look at, great.. where is my brain?   Had to go through that training, where they show you how to use the archive, how to behave in the archive and, of course, how to treat the documents.  After that, you had to take a test... yes, a multiple choice test to make sure that you deserve a look at their "stuff".  I deserve to do so as I was rewarded with the Reader's card, which is your ID to get into the archives.  Since I didn't have my card with the said archive number with me, I was done for the day. 

Today, I went once more to finally have a look at  "stuff".  I had my consultation and was advised to first read some of the published material of the time and then go on with the actual ship manifests.  "Great, let's do it!!!"   I sat and read through several books.  Neat thing is, one is allowed to take pictures of the books and documents.  I was told to look through the "Acts of the Privy Council" which I did.  I found a few entries in regards to the Lewis' , but I am not sure that I found my John Lewis just yet, however, for those who look at material for Edmund Lewis, I may have found something interesting.  Copy right is a bit funny about sharing things openly via any online media;  but not to worry.. if you are interested in the images of the entries of the Lewis' , just email me at LianeLew@gmail.com ,  type "Lewis info" in the subject, and I will share what i have with you quite quickly as it is all uploaded to my PC already.   

After that, I had another trip to the tourist attractions, and saw quite a lot.   Weather is cold, windy, but NOT rainy.  It was nice to walk around without having to fight an umbrella.  London Bridge was quite neat and after that, it was off to the "Eye" for a 30 minute ride in a glass capsule, seeing London at night. (pictures above... remember, you can click on the pictures for larger view)

First picture above: i don't recall... Picture 2 and 3: Saint Paul's Cathedral, Pictures 4 and 5: Tower Bridge

I will see you all tomorrow after another day at the archives, hopefully with lots of success and then, I don't know.. more touristy stuff.. mingling with the folks and such ;-)       come back tomorrow and walk with me ;-)