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              Notes by Rica Singopoulo
              GR-OF CA SING-S01-F01-0014 (1630) · Item · n.d.
              Part of SINGOPOULO, ALEKOS / SINGOPOULO, RICA FONDS

              Handwritten notes by Rica Singopoulo on seven sheets and three double sheet notepapers. The notes pertain to Cavafy's life and to the members of his family (mainly his mother and brothers). Some of the information recorded derives from the family correspondence as well as from the remnants of the poet's belongings.

              [Singopoulo, Rica]
              Note of unknown author
              GR-OF CA CA-SF02-S01-SS01-F18-SF003-0050 (664) · Item · 22/10/1919
              Part of CAVAFY, C. P. FONDS

              Handwritten note to Cavafy on paperboard of the Banque d'Orient Alexandrie. He is asked for a collection of his poems to be sent to a third person (Giagkos Chelmis). The note is signed "Vasos".

              Unknown
              GR-OF CA CA-SF02-S01-SS02-F20-SF002-0039 (556) · Item · 15/9/1911
              Part of CAVAFY, C. P. FONDS

              Handwritten note by Paul Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy from Hyères, France, on a postcard. Paul informs him that he has received his letter of 8 September and that he has written to Mrs Theodorou (the name is abbreviated, "Mrs Th."). The card bears a postage stamp, mail service rubber stamps (Hyères, Alexandria) and recipient details. The date "21.9.'11" entered on the card indicates the time it was received (which coincides with the dates on the mail rubber stamps). Handwritten indication "28Α". The other side of the card depicts a church at Hyères ("Eglise St Paul"). (Hyères)

              [Cavafy], Paul
              GR-OF CA CA-SF02-S01-SS02-F20-SF002-0003 (521) · Item · 19/6/1908
              Part of CAVAFY, C. P. FONDS

              Handwritten note by Paul Cavafy on a postcard to C. P. Cavafy, with notes on both sides. It is mentioned that Paul is leaving for London and Paris, having Alexandria as his final destination. Of note is the use of English words and phrases. The card bears a postage stamp; mail service rubber stamps (Buxton, Port Said – Alexandria); the address is written in French; handwritten notes in pencil. (Buxton)

              [Cavafy], Polis [Paul]
              Note by John Cavafy
              GR-OF CA CA-SF01-S01-F03-SF002-0014 (872) · Item · n.d.
              Part of CAVAFY, C. P. FONDS

              Handwritten note with names of recipients of copies, on a printed cover of a Cavafy poem Collection of the 1908-1914 period (the dates have been corrected in ink over the original 1909-1911). The handwriting is that of the poet's brother, John. Blank verso.

              Cavafy, John
              GR-OF CA CA-SF02-S01-SS01-F18-SF002-0016 (1747) · Item · 3/7/1883
              Part of CAVAFY, C. P. FONDS

              Handwritten letter by Stephen Schilizzi to Cavafy on all sides of a bifolio. It is a reply to a letter dated 25 June. Extensive commentary on the cholera epidemic that has broken out in Egypt and record of deaths due to the disease. Description of an honorary event attended by the Khedive. Reference to the matter of Cavafy's eyesight as well as to a distinction awarded to a member of his family. Cancellations; use of French and Greek words and phrases in the flow of written discourse. (Alexandria)

              Schilizzi, S.
              GR-OF CA SING-S01-F02-SF002-0007 (515) · Item · 18/4/1933
              Part of SINGOPOULO, ALEKOS / SINGOPOULO, RICA FONDS

              Typewritten letter with handwritten additions, by Richard Dawkins to Rica Singopoulo, on two sheets with notes on all sides. It is a reply to a previous letter by Singopoulo, along with which the sender appears to have also received works by Cavafy. Positive comments on the style and language of Cavafy's poetry and its reception England. Mention of the poet's poor health and his hospitalisation in Athens. In a postscript, Dawkins asks Singopoulo's assistance in locating a publication on Greek popular poetry (Ν. Mavris / E. Papadopoulos, Dodekanisiaki lyra. Tomos protos. Kasiaki lyra, itoi dimodis poiisis kai mousiki tis nisou Kasou. Port Said 1928, print. Nea Icho). The citation, in Greek, is not written by the author, who has made handwritten additions in English. Emendations in the typewritten text. The postscript is written on a smaller piece of paper - it is possible that it was added after the main text had been finalised by its author. (Oxford)

              Dawkins, Richard M.
              GR-OF CA CA-SF02-S01-SS02-F20-SF002-0016 (534) · Item · 30/3/1909
              Part of CAVAFY, C. P. FONDS

              Handwritten letter by Paul Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy from Hyères, France, on a small-sized sheet: one side records the content of the letter and the other the recipient's details. Reference to a positive development regarding the matter of his pension, as well as to the benefit he has requested which, according to Ralli, will be used to pay off his debts. Of note is the use of English and French words and phrases. The document bears a postage stamp and mail service rubber stamps (Hyères, Port Said – Alexandria). The address is written in French; number 10 is noted in pencil.

              [Cavafy], Polis [Paul]
              GR-OF CA CA-SF02-S01-SS02-F20-SF002-0029 (546) · Item · 19/1/1911
              Part of CAVAFY, C. P. FONDS

              Handwritten letter by Paul Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy from Hyères, France, according to the printed details of the sheet and the sender's address ("Hôtel d’Europe"). On one side of a small-size sheet, the text and on the other the sender's details. Paul expresses his concern regarding the fact that he has not received a letter from C. P. Cavafy in the last two months. The document bears postage stamps and mail service rubber stamps (Hyères, Port Said – Alexandria); the address written in French and the indication "18A" in pencil. (Hyères)

              [Cavafy], Polis [Paul]
              GR-OF CA CA-SF02-S01-SS02-F20-SF002-0077 (593) · Item · 13/10/1914
              Part of CAVAFY, C. P. FONDS

              Handwritten letter by Paul Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy from Hyères, France, according to the letterhead, on both sides of two sheets. It is a reply to a letter by the poet, dated 30 September. Arguments raised by Paul in favour of his stay in France, contrary to the suggestion of John Cavafy to return to Alexandria. Comments on World War I events, which is still in progress, and are linked to the previous subject. Reference to members of their family; Paul thanks C. P. Cavafy for intervening in a matter regarding Paul's pension. Of note is the use of English and French words and phrases in the flow of written discourse. (Hyères)

              [Cavafy], Polis [Paul]
              GR-OF CA CA-SF02-S01-SS02-F20-SF002-0091 (608) · Item · 15/4/1917
              Part of CAVAFY, C. P. FONDS

              Handwritten letter by Paul Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy from Hyères, France, on two sheets. The letter is written in parts, given that –as the author clarifies– the second part is added on the same date, but after the composition of the first was completed. Paul expresses his concern about the interruption of the correspondence between the two brothers -there are details regarding the dates of the last letters– which is restored in the second part of the letter. Paul finally receives a letter by C. P. Cavafy on the same day. Reference to individuals from their family circle, and mention of his acquaintance with a man of Greek origin in Hyères, who had served in Egypt. Extensive comments on writers and works, including: Letters by Madame de Sevigné; Agamemnon by Aeschylus; Stello by De Vigny; Crime and Punishment by Dostoevsky. Of note is the use of English and French words and phrases in the flow of written discourse.

              [Cavafy], Polis [Paul]
              GR-OF CA CA-SF02-S01-SS02-F20-SF001-0013 (388) · Item · 4/12/1882
              Part of CAVAFY, C. P. FONDS

              Handwritten letter by John Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy, on two double sheet letterheads of R. J. Moss & Co., Alexandria. Pages 2-5 are numbered. The author refers to his financial state and to that of his brother's Aristeidis, to his professional prospects as well as to the issue of indemnity for the destruction of the family's assets in Alexandria. Update on the political developments in Egypt. Linguistic remarks on the proper use and meaning of specific words and phrases in English.

              Cavafy, John
              GR-OF CA CA-SF02-S01-SS01-F18-SF001-0006 (321) · Item · 15/3/1921
              Part of CAVAFY, C. P. FONDS

              Handwritten letter on both sides of two letterheaded papers of the Morea steamboat. Forster informs Cavafy that he is aboard off the shores of Crete on his way to India. Accompanied by envelope.

              Forster, E. M.
              GR-OF CA SING-S01-F02-SF001-0013 (1414) · Item · 2/11/1918
              Part of SINGOPOULO, ALEKOS / SINGOPOULO, RICA FONDS

              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)

              Cavafy, C. P.
              "Issue 1905-1915"
              GR-OF CA CA-SF01-S01-F03-SF002-0012 (61) · Item · n.d.
              Part of CAVAFY, C. P. FONDS

              Handwritten list for the distribution of the 1905-1915 Issue consisting of two cut sheets of paper, initially folded in bifolios, with notes on both sides. The names of individuals are recorded in chronological order (1930-1932); 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 June 1930. 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.

              Cavafy, C. P.
              GR-OF CA CA-SF02-S01-SS01-F17-SF001-0013 (1485) · Item · 2/11/1918
              Part of CAVAFY, C. P. FONDS

              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.

              Cavafy, C. P.
              GR-OF CA CA-SF01-S01-F03-SF002-0010 (59) · Item · n.d.
              Part of CAVAFY, C. P. FONDS

              Handwritten list for the distribution of the 1916-1918 Issue consisting of three cut sheets of paper, initially folded in bifolios, with notes on both sides. The names of individual are recorded in chronological order (1929-1933); 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; the profession of certain individuals is also recorded. At the top of the list it is stated that the distribution started on 6 September 1929. The total of issues distributed is noted at the end of each page and then it is carried forward to the top of the next one.

              Cavafy, C. P.
              Diary notes by C. P. Cavafy
              GR-OF CA CA-SF02-S02-F24-0005 (472) · Item · [1898?]
              Part of CAVAFY, C. P. FONDS

              Series of handwritten notes referring mostly to the poet's mother, Charikleia Cavafy, in two parts. The first includes 28 loose sheets cut in various sizes, 16 of which are written on both sides. Chronological indications (1896-1898) in the text. The second part is entitled "St[ate] of h[er] ’98 disease" and comprises 4 cut sheets of paper of various sizes. Events relating to Cavafy's mother's illness are recorded in one section. The text continues to the recto of the last sheet; all pages are numbered (1-7). Cancellations and emendations in both parts as well as abbreviations in parts of the text.

              Cavafy, C. P.