Series 1: Sly and Russell records

series

1816-1967

1059714

The legal firm Sly & Hamilton was established in 1889. In 1892, the firm changed its name to Sly, Hamilton & Russell. In 1894, it became Sly and Russell. In 1929, it amalgamated with W.G. Forsyth & Co. and in 1959 it incorporated the firm of Weaver & Allworth. In 1989 the firm became Sly and Weigall.

Reference:
Library Correspondence File

SUB-SERIES 1
Sly and Russell business records

SUB-SERIES 2
Sly and Russell client safe custody documents and records, comprising deeds and legal documents

The greater bulk of the material comprises deeds, documents, letters and the like prior to 1920. A good proportion of this material is pre 1900. (Library Correspondence File)