Boulby Alum. The works diary of George Dodds, 1772-1788
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- Author(s) Quinn, Kevin
- Publication type Monograph
- Year published c2009
- Pages 77pp; illus
- Publisher Cleveland Industrial Archaeology Society
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- Name British Library
- City London
- County Greater London
- Country England
- Postcode NW1 2DB
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George Dodds was manager of the works, 1772-1820s. Uses his works diary and other documentation including an inventory and production records to provide a detailed account of the works in the late 18th century. There are four parts: background to the diary; alum production process at Boulby; transcription of the diary; details of production levels