Foul copies of Governor and Committee minutes Help

 

Title 

 

Foul copies of Governor and Committee minutes

 

Dates of Creation 

 

1679-1784

 

Physical Description 

 

67 volumes

 

Record forms part of 

 

Governor and Committee minute books and related records

 

Scope and Content 

 

Sub-series consists of rough copies of minutes from the meetings of the Governor and Committee, which were known as "foul" copies. From these draft copies, the official or "fair" copies of minutes were created. Minutes may vary in detail from fair copies. Records are arranged chronologically.

 

Restrictions on Access 

 

Minutes of the HBC and its subsidiaries are subject to a 15 year rule. Access is restricted until 15 years after the records were created. Special permission to view the records must be granted by HBCA. Some original records have been withdrawn, and must be viewed on microfilm.

 

Terms For Use and Reproduction 

 

Researchers are responsible for observing copyright legislation. Permission may be required for any form of publication or exhibition where records are not in the public domain.

 

Notes 

 

Some transcripts are available. Please see individual listings for details.

 

Former Codes 

 

A.1/3-7, A.1/81-142

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