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Frank Dowdy Correspondence and Papers

 Fonds
Identifier: SC43

Scope and Contents

The letters, though relatively few in number, shed light on a wide range of issues. Among the most interesting are letters that make reference to the short-lived Federation of the West Indies. Among the papers is a site plan of the Government Offices and proposed Legislative Council for the island of Dominica, dated August 1961.

Dates

  • Creation: 1948-1961

Biographical / Historical

Frank Dowdy, an Economist by profession, worked with the Caribbean Commission 1953-59, and in the Economic Planning Division of the Prime Minister's Office. His service in this department (1959-1964) included involvement with the Federal government. He also lectured in Economics for the Extra Mural Department of U.W.I.

Extent

0.25 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Custodial History

The materials were amassed by Frank Dowdy and were passed on to The University of the West Indies Library.

Title
Frank Dowdy Correspondence and Papers
Status
Completed
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Repository Details

Part of the The Alma Jordan Library, The University of the West Indies Repository

Contact:
St. Augustine
Trinidad and Tobago
868-662-2002 Ext 82132
868-662-9238 (Fax)