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W. Metcalfe and Son was a printer and publisher in Cambridge during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Its office has been located on Green Street, [1] Trinity Street [2] and St Mary's Street. [3] A large number of books about Cambridge were published by W. Metcalfe and Sons during that era. [4] In 1836, William Metcalfe was a contender for the printer of Cambridge University Press, but was defeated by John Parker. [3]
The Cambridge General Advertiser, first issued in 1839, was printed by William Metcalfe and Jonathan Palmer. Metcalfe continued as printer until 1846, after which it changed hands a number of times before closing in 1850. [5]
At the moment [update] , W Metcalfe and Sons Ltd is cooperated in Appersett.[ citation needed ]
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: ISBN / Date incompatibility (help)1839-42: The Cambridge University Magazine, — Twelve numbers issued, No. 1 March 1839, published once a term; 12, October, 1842. Camb., printed by Metcalfe & Palmer for W. P. Grant
Papers for insertion should be sent to Dr. Glaisher, Trinity College, Cambridge, or to Messrs. Metcalfe and Co. Limited, Printing Office, Trinity Street, Cambridge.