The file contains both typed and handwritten manuscripts. These short essays were probably prepared by McGavin as text for Boosey & Hawkes publications and information leaflets.
Notes by Eric McGavin on the history of musical instruments, advice on choosing reeds and instrument cases, and notes on the proper care and maintenance of instruments
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Colour transparency of a Wai Wai man and woman. See also slide numbers 5, 8 and 11.
object | ARC/GUP/004/007
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Black and white negative of dam-like system with three sections and bridge/pulleys spanning water with man bending over
object | ARC/GUP/005/096
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Wai Wai expedition Aeasai mt - Kukui (Eaple) Self lumchinp
object | ARC/GUP/002/129
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Black and white print of people bathing in a river
object | ARC/GUP/006/271
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