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Untitled speech, probably delivered at a Nature Conservancy Council conference, 1990-Jan 1991

Untitled typescript of speech text inscribed (at a later date) '?1990'; letter (1995) regarding publication of papers presented at a conference held by the 'Nature Conservancy Council in Jan 1991'. The opening lines of the typescript text indicate that this was an after-dinner speech, possibly commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Nature Conservancy. Much of it consists of Nicholson's personal reminiscences and anecdotes from his years at the Nature Conservancy.
Shelfmark: MS. 15041/1337
Extents: 6 Leaves
Dates: 1990-Jan 1991
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'Ecology and conservation - our Pilgrim's Progress', University College London, 17 Jan 1992, 1991

Typescript draft with manuscript revisions. Included is a copy of the first page which has on verso a letter by Nicholson (Oct 1992) to the Secretary of the Arkansas [?Ornithologists Union] accepting an [?Honorary Fellowship].
Shelfmark: MS. 15041/1338
Extents: 11 Leaves
Dates: 1991
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'Inoculating the World with Balliol', n.d.

Typescript fair copy of lecture.
Shelfmark: MS. 15041/1342
Extents: 9 Leaves
Dates: n.d.
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'Environment and the Media - Appraisal & Prospects', n.d.

Manuscript draft of probable talk.
Shelfmark: MS. 15041/1348
Extents: 4 Leaves
Dates: n.d.
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Unidentified talks, n.d.

Miscellaneous untitled pages from various drafts and brief correspondence.
Shelfmark: MS. 15041/1350
Extents: 5 Leaves
Dates: n.d.
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Film on bird migration, 1932-1936

Following his article on bird migration published in the News Chronicle, Nicholson agreed a contract with Visual Education Ltd to make a film on the subject. Correspondence etc regarding the terms of the contract. Included is a typescript 'script' and list of 'shots' for a migration film, inscribed '?1935-6', found with the correspondence.
Shelfmark: MS. 15041/1352
Extents: 11 Leaves
Dates: 1932-1936
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Series of programmes on under-developed territories of the world, broadcast on the BBC Home Service, 1954

Correspondence regarding an informal conference at Broadcasting House on the preparation of the series. Nicholson attended in an advisory capacity.
Shelfmark: MS. 15041/1354
Extents: 4 Leaves
Dates: 1954
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'Ecology - a New Outlook', c.1960s

Typescript of script for radio programme, so titled, for 'BBC Third Programme'. Inscribed '?1960s' on title page. The script does not mention Nicholson and there is no clear evidence of his authorship.
Shelfmark: MS. 15041/1355
Extents: 5 Leaves
Dates: c.1960s
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'We Are the Masters', first programme in a Thames Television documentary series 'The Day Before Yesterday', 1 Sep 1970, 1970

The series examined post-war British goverments up to 1963. Nicholson appeared in 'We Are the Masters' which covered the Attlee government. Brief correspondence regarding arrangements for recording the programme; programme script and series outline.
Shelfmark: MS. 15041/1356
Extents: 38 Leaves
Dates: 1970
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'Outline project for a television series, 1972, on man's environment', 24 Jan 1970

Detailed typescript notes by Nicholson, so titled 'Outline project for a television series, 1972, on man's environment', dated 24 Jan 1970.
Shelfmark: MS. 15041/1357
Extents: 2 Leaves
Dates: 24 Jan 1970
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Interview for proposed BBC 'Horizon' television programme about the history of natural history, 1978

Brief correspondence regarding Nicholson's interview and 31pp transcription.
Shelfmark: MS. 15041/1359
Extents: 34 Leaves
Dates: 1978
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Interview for BBC television series on Britain 1945-1951, 1945-1951

Correspondence regarding the interview (May 1985) and the BBC's possible use of earlier tapes of Nicholson talking about the Festival of Britain; 2pp typescript notes by Nicholson relating to the interview.
Shelfmark: MS. 15041/1360
Extents: 11 Leaves
Dates: 1945-1951
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Proposed documentary series for the International Broadcasting Trust, 1992

Nicholson agreed to participate in one of the programmes. Letter requesting Nicholson to participate and copy of his reply.
Shelfmark: MS. 15041/1361
Extents: 2 Leaves
Dates: 1992
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'Human / Nature', a proposed television series by Beyond Productions, Australia, 1993-1994

Nicholson, through Earthwatch Europe, prepared background information for the script treatment, though it is unclear whether he had any further involvement in the project. Details of the S'Albufera project in Spain formed part of the material he provided. Correspondence and papers. Included are manuscript and typescript drafts of Nicholson's background information. (Folder 1 of 3)
Shelfmark: MS. 15041/1362
Extents: 26 Leaves
Dates: 1993-1994
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'Human / Nature', a proposed television series by Beyond Productions, Australia, 1993-1994

Nicholson, through Earthwatch Europe, prepared background information for the script treatment, though it is unclear whether he had any further involvement in the project. Details of the S'Albufera project in Spain formed part of the material he provided. Correspondence and papers. Included are manuscript and typescript drafts of Nicholson's background information. (Folder 2 of 3)
Shelfmark: MS. 15041/1363
Extents: 24 Leaves
Dates: 1993-1994
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'Human / Nature', a proposed television series by Beyond Productions, Australia, 1993-1994

Nicholson, through Earthwatch Europe, prepared background information for the script treatment, though it is unclear whether he had any further involvement in the project. Details of the S'Albufera project in Spain formed part of the material he provided. Correspondence and papers. Included are manuscript and typescript drafts of Nicholson's background information. (Folder 3 of 3)
Shelfmark: MS. 15041/1364
Extents: 20 Leaves
Dates: 1993-1994
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Programme in the BBC Radio 4 series 'Looking Forward to the Past', 18 Apr 1996, 1995-1996

Nicholson was one of four guests on the programme which discussed historical topics in an informal manner. Correspondence regarding arrangements etc; brief manuscript and typescript notes in preparation for the recording.
Shelfmark: MS. 15041/1365
Extents: 8 Leaves
Dates: 1995-1996
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Interview contributed to BBC1 television series 'Battle of the Atlantic', broadcast in 2002, 2001-2002

Correspondence regarding arrangements and arising, with manuscript and typescript notes for the interview.
Shelfmark: MS. 15041/1366
Extents: 24 Leaves
Dates: 2001-2002
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Miscellaneous correspondence and papers, 1955-1999

Miscellaneous correspondence and papers regarding Nicholson's contact with broadcasting organisations in an advisory capacity, invitations to contribute and other matters.
Shelfmark: MS. 15041/1367
Extents: 12 Leaves
Dates: 1955-1999