Identity area
Reference code
UTSC 014-S2-SS2-10-6
Title
[Professional correspondence]
Date(s)
- May-July 1958 (Creation)
Level of description
File
Extent and medium
1 file of textual records
Context area
Name of creator
(1898-1977)
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
File contains a telegram from C. Rajadurai to Chelvanayakam regarding Tamils in Batticaloa District being shot by the militants and requesting immediate intervention. Also includes an unidentified telegram to Chelvanayakam, three handwritten letters by V. A. Kandiah and Selliah to Chelvanayakam, and part of the order of detention/ custody signed by Gunasena de Soyza, Permanent Secretary to the Ministry of Defence and External Affairs.
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
System of arrangement
Conditions of access and use area
Conditions governing access
Conditions governing reproduction
Language of material
- English
Script of material
Language and script notes
Physical characteristics and technical requirements
Some material has been photocopied for preservation. Material has significant loss and was probably damaged by insects.