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Handwritten list for the distribution of the 1907-15 Collection consisting of four cut sheets initially folded in folios with notes on both sides. The names of individuals are recorded in chronological order (1926-1930); next to the names is the number of issues sent to each of them as well as notes by Cavafy regarding the person who mediates for the acquisition of the issue or who will be the final recipient. At the top of the list it is stated that the distribution started in April 1926. The total of issues distributed is recorded at the end of each page and it is then carried forward to the top of the next one.

Handwritten list for the distribution of the 1910-11 Collection consisting of a small piece of paperboard with the title of the issue and two pieces of paper initially folded in bifolios; one of these is written on both sides, while the second only on one. The names of individuals are recorded in two columns in chronological order (1917-1920); next to the names is the number of issues sent to each of them as well as notes by Cavafy regarding the person who mediates for the acquisition of the issue or who will be the final recipient. At the top of the list it is stated that the distribution started in October 1917. The total of issues distributed is recorded at the end of each column and then it is carried forward to the top of the next one.

Handwritten list for the distribution of the 1912 onwards Collection consisting of a small piece of paperboard with the title of the issue, a piece of paper initially folded in a bifolio, and two small-sized sheets, one of which bears notes on both sides of the sheet, while the second only on one. The names of individuals are recorded in chronological order (1918-1920); next to the names is the number of issues to be sent to each of them as well as notes by Cavafy regarding the person who mediates for the acquisition of the issue or who will be the final recipient. At the top of the list it is stated that the distribution started in March 1918. The total of issues distributed is recorded at the end of each page and then it is carried forward to the top of the next one.

Handwritten list for the distribution of the 1916 onwards Collection consisting of three cut sheets of paper, initially folded in bifolios, with notes on both sides. The names of individuals are recorded in chronological order (1926-1929); next to the names is the number of issues sent to each of them as well as notes by Cavafy regarding the person who mediates for the acquisition of the issue or who will be the final recipient. At the top of the list it is stated that the distribution started on 19 April 1926. The total of issues distributed is recorded at the end of each page and then it is carried forward to the top of the next one.

Handwritten copy of a letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on both sides of a sheet. The poet refers to Singopoulo's professional matters as well as to news of common acquaintances. (Alexandria)

Handwritten list for the distribution of the 1915 onwards Collection consisting of five sheets of paper, initially folded in bifolios, with notes on both sides, except for the last one which bears notes only on one. The names of individuals are recorded in chronological order (1920-1926); next to the names is the number of issues sent to each of them as well as notes by Cavafy regarding the person who mediates for the acquisition of the issue or who will be the final recipient. At the top of the list it is stated that the distribution started in August 1920. The total of issues distributed is recorded at the end of each page and then it is carried forward to the top of the next one.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy, probably to his brother John, in two double sheet notepapers. The last two pages are blank. Reference to the journal Grammata and to persons supporting Cavafy's poetic work as well as to members of his family. Number "3" in one of the pages. Cancellations and emendations; abbreviations.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on three sheets. Cancellations and emendations. Pages 2 to 4 are numbered. The poet expresses his concern regarding Singopoulo's health and mentions news of common acquaintances of theirs.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on both sides of a letterhead of the Cercle Mohammed Aly. The poet mentions news of common acquaintances of theirs and asks Singopoulo for his own news.

Draft letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on both sides of a sheet. The poet refers to his health and to the weather.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on both sides of a sheet. Cancellations. The poet kindly asks Singopoulo to take action so as to expedite his return.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on both sides of four pieces of paper. Abbreviations and cancellations. Pages 3 to 6 are numbered. Personal and social news.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on two sheets and on one small piece of paper. Abbreviations and cancellations. Remarks concerning Singopoulo's spelling. News of common acquaintances of theirs and reference to a lecture on D'Annunzio.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on both sides of a ruled sheet. The poet refers extensively to an article about him published by Tellos Agras, expresses his satisfaction and comments on his familiarity with the non-Greek literary production.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on two sheets. The poet refers to the stay of Singopoulo in Benha and the health of common acquaintances of theirs. He also refers to people he met recently.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on all sides of three pieces of paper and on half a sheet. Pages 3 to 6 are numbered. The issue of Singopoulo's stay in Benha and of his return to Alexandria is of great concern to both. Remarks on Singopoulo's spelling and reference to the establishment of the Educational Association of Egypt.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on both sides of a cut piece of paper. Cancellations. The poet refers to a visit to Singopoulo's family.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on both sides of a sheet. Cancellations. Personal and social news.

Signed handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on both sides of a ruled sheet and on one side of a small-size piece of paper. The poet refers to his correspondence with the Singopoulos as well as to an article published in Athens regarding him. He sends his regards to authors in Athens.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on two ruled sheets. The verso of the second sheet is blank. The poet hopes Singopoulo will soon return to Alexandria permanently.

Handwritten draft letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on three pieces of paper. One phrase written in English. Abbreviations and cancellations. Departure of Singopoulo after a short stay on Alexandria. The poet refers to the professional skills acquired by Singopoulo and advises him to study editions of folk songs.

Two handwritten draft letters by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on all sides of two sheets. Cancellations and emendations. The poet refers to visits he made and received. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on both sides of a sheet. The poet expresses his thoughts regarding Singopoulo's stay in Benha and conveys the news of common acquaintances. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on both sides of a sheet. The poet is awaiting Singopoulo's visit to Alexandria. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on both sides of a sheet. The poet refers to the health of common acquaintances as well as to French literature, on the occasion of a recent acquaintance he made. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on both sides of a sheet and on one side of a second sheet. Page numbers are indicated ("2" and "3"). Issues regarding Singopoulo's work. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on the first and third pages of a bifolio. The remaining pages are blank. Reference to common friends as well as to the activities of the Educational Association of Egypt. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on the first and third pages of a bifolio. The remaining pages are blank. Personal news and reference to common friends. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on both sides of a sheet. The poet refers to his correspondence with the Singopoulos as well as to an article published in Athens regarding him. He sends his regards to authors in Athens. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on all sides of a bifolio. Advice to the recipient regarding his health. The poet refers to Singopoulo's family as well as to common acquaintances. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on all sides of a bifolio. Linguistic remarks by the poet to the recipient; social news. Cancellations. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on both sides of a sheet. The poet refers to common acquaintances and asks Singopoulo for his own news. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on both sides of a sheet. The poet refers to the correspondence between them, his health and the weather. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] in a bifolio. The poet refers to the correspondence between them, to the stay of Singopoulo in Benha and to his professional education there. He also makes extensive references to the Italian poet Leopardi as well as to their common acquaintances. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by Cavafy to Alekos [Singopoulo] on both sides of a sheet and on one side of a second sheet. The poet expresses his sadness regarding Singopoulo's departure after a short visit in Alexandria. Reference to Greek folk songs as well as to common acquaintances of theirs. Cancellations. (Alexandria)

Handwritten letter by John Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy in the first three pages of a bifolio. The last page is blank. Comments on the Italian translation by Atanasio Catraro of poems by C. P. Cavafy. Reference to his health and his bad mood. (Heluan)

Handwritten notes on both sides of a piece of paper, in a handwriting other than Cavafy's (most probably Rica Singopoulo's). List of names of authors and intellectuals.

Handwritten notes by Cavafy on the rectos of two sheets. Blank versos. Reference to an article by Catraro and notes of linguistic nature.

Handwritten notes by Cavafy on a card of the journal Panaigyptia and on a probably handmade notepad. Three sheets have been cut off from the notepad and some are blank. Records of persons, some abbreviated. Date indications covering the period 1903-1924.

Four printed theatre programmes of amateur performances in theatres of Alexandria (Alhambra, Concordia, (Ex-) Union Artistique Française). Two of the programmes bear date indications (1921 and 1923). Alekos Singopoulo and Rica Agallianou (later Singopoulo) participate in some of the plays. One of the performances included a stage adaptation of the poem by Cavafy "An Old Man" (referred to as "The Old Man") . The performance is dated to 1924, on the basis of a publication by N. Giokarinis in the newspaper Tachydromos of Alexandria.

Typewritten translations of poems by Cavafy in Italian. The poems "Voices", "The City", "Desires" and "Unfaithfulness" on the rectos of five sheets. Each translation is signed by A. Catraro in pencil. Three typewritten translations of the poem "The God Abandons Antony" in the first and third pages of a double sheet notepaper and in the recto of a ruled sheet. Handwritten note by Cavafy, mentioning Catraro as the translator of the last poem.

Typewritten French translations of poems by Cavafy («Loin.....», «La Cité») on one side of two small sheets as well as in the first and third pages of a bifolio. A. Catraro's typewritten name indicates him as the translator. Handwritten emendation in one of the sheets.