Papers relating to Rylands and Sons

This series represents William Carnelley and his working relationship with Rylands and Sons Ltd. The series includes patents, presentation volumes, and articles from both newspapers and journals. There are also miscellaneous items such as an account/ shares book and a chart showing various directors of Rylands and Sons Ltd from the latter part of the 19th Century, to the early part of the 20th century. Although the series as a whole is artificial in nature the patents, articles, and presentation booklets provide an insight into William Carnelley and his place within the company, and the esteem in which he was held by both John Rylands and the firm.