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              2008.1.3.3.1.1.60 · File · Jan. 1912
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Memoranda and correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes a letter from SBS to Sam Hughes, Minister of Militia and Defence, and other correspondence.

              Birdwood, W.R.
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.66 · File · Jul. 1912
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes hand-written correspondence from R.J. Gwynne; correspondence from to and from Sam Hughes, and others, re: military ranks, cadet camp, etc.

              Gwynne, R.J.
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.74 · File · Mar. 1913
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; private correspondence regarding the proposed opening of a Drill Hall at Moosomin, Saskatchewan.

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.75 · File · May 1913
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; telegram from Adjutant General regarding the camp at North Battleford, and further information about an Armoury site, etc. for Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.1.1.1.156.1 · Item · 14 Aug. 1901
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Marie's copying of a note from Fred White of the NWMP written to Marie Steele, offering his congratulations for SBS being promoted to a full Colonel in the Canadian Militia.

              Steele, Marie (de Lotbinière Harwood), 1859-1951
              2008.1.1.1.2.214 · File · 08 Aug 1911
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, incoming and outgoing, One letter from Louis J. [Lipsett],re: meeting Steele in Winnipeg; and a *letter Steele wrote to his brother-in-law, C.A. Harwood, protesting the treatment he’s received from the Canadian Government regarding his military ranking (placed in H.S. ‘for use only if necessary’ file). Handwritten.

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.1.1.2.221 · File · Apr 1912
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, re: various matters; including book order details; house sale details; a letter from A.C. Macdonell; and one from a South African friend, [L.P. Hess]. Handwritten; Typewritten.

              Macdonell , A. Cameron , Sir
              2008.1.1.1.2.286 · File · Apr. 1917
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, re: various matters; includes letters from former colleagues; letters of thanks for recommendations received; a letter with attached narrative on the 6th Canadian Infantry Brigade written by H.D.B. Ketchen; letter from Vivian T. Bartram discussing, among other things, the upcoming Canadian Federal election and correspondence with other family and friends, including a letter written, 1 April, from SBS to C.A. Harwood (and marked by H.S. ‘for use only if necessary’); and other letters between C.A. Harwood and SBS, and a letter from Hugh J. Macdonald regarding Steele’s treatment by the Canadian Military (includes copies). Handwritten; Typewritten.

              Harwood, C.A.
              2008.1.1.1.2.287 · File · May 1917
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, incoming and outgoing, re: various matters; includes letters from family and friends: W.D. Bruce, Fred B. Denison, Edward Evans, A.M. Jarvis, Ellen Gill, and others; a letter sent to Captain Bennett Goldney with a message for Steele from Queen Alexandra; *also letters sent from SBS to his cousin James B. Clarke, and to his brother-in-law, C.A. Harwood, re: Steele’s treatment by the ‘Canadian Authorities’, ( letters marked by H.S. ‘for use only if necessary’); several copies of the May 4th letter to A.C. Harwood; a copy of a letter SBS wrote to Colonel Fortescue, Comptroller R NWMP with suggestions about the Police Force and the Canadian Military. Handwritten; Typewritten.

              Clarke, J.B.
              2008.1.1.1.2.288 · File · Jun. 1917
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, re: various matters; includes letters to and from R.J. Gwynne; D.H. McMillan; Robert Johnstone; Hugh Macdonald (both son and grandson of J.A. Macdonald; C.A. Harwood and others; comments on recently imposed conscription in Canada; sympathy acknowledgement; Steele’s recent trip to France, etc.; some French language text; and SBS”s treatment by the Canadian Military. Handwritten; Typewritten.

              Gwynne, R.J.
              2008.1.1.1.2.294 · File · Dec. 1917
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, incoming and outgoing, re: various matters; includes letters from Margaret Ketchen; James Brierley, J.B. Mitchell,[?] Johnston (Calgary Herald); A.M. Jarvis, etc.; two letters from Steele’s brother Jim; and Steele’s correspondence with W. McInnes, re: service record policy (marked by H.S. ‘for use only if necessary’). Handwritten; Typewritten.

              Jarvis, A.M.
              2008.1.1.1.2.298 · File · Feb 1918
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, incoming and outgoing, re: various matters; includes letters from Steele to H.D.B. Ketchen, further letters of congratulations regarding Steele’s knighthood; and letters from family and friends, many revolving around an effort to overturn Steele’s imposed active military retirement; included also is a letter and information about his publication: “Romanian Songs and Ballads” from R. Stewart Patterson. Handwritten; Typewritten.

              Harwood, C.A.
              2008.1.1.1.2.304 · File · Aug. 1918
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, incoming and outgoing, re: pension matters, character reference for Sam Steele, a doctor’s correspondence; and Steele’s application efforts for Canadian homestead entry, etc. Handwritten; Typewritten.

              Macdonald, Hugh John, Sir
              2008.1.1.1.3.10.17 · Item · 06 Jan. 1917
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Handwritten letter form Harwood at Headquarters, 11th Infantry Brigade, 4th Canadian Division, France to SBS at Shorncliffe, England; Harwood is again asking his father to help find a commission for his friend W.G. (Bill) Neish. 1 sheet and envelope.

              Steele, Harwood
              2008.1.1.1.3.10.25 · Item · 17 Jan. 1918
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Handwritten letter from Harwood in France to SBS at Shorncliffe, England; Harwood talks about Sam's efforts to find a position for his friend (Bill) Neish, appreciates that SBS finds his K.C.M.G. valueless, and shares rumors about potential promotions (initials used to get past censors), etc. 1 sheet and envelope.

              Steele, Harwood
              2008.1.1.1.3.10.27 · Item · 02 Feb. 1918
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Handwritten letter from Harwood in France to SBS at Shorncliffe, England; Harwood discusses the reputation of Lord Kitchener; a Winnipeg Telegram article on SBS; and promotions, etc. occurring within the Canadian military. 3 sheets and envelope.

              Steele, Harwood
              2008.1.1.1.3.10.29 · Item · 20 Oct. 1918
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Handwritten letter from Harwood at Headquarters, 188th Infantry Brigade, France to SBS at Putney, England; Harwood discusses some 'lost ground' faced by Canadians in recent battles, the death of Louis Lipsett, the anticipated end of the War, and Sam's plans for retiremen (farming in Fort Macleod). 4 sheets and envelope.

              Steele, Harwood
              Ketchen to SBS: 06 Feb 1918
              2008.1.1.1.3.8.90 · Item · 06 Feb. 1918
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              A handwritten letter with envelope from H.D.B. Ketchen in France to SBS in Folkestone, England. In the letter, Ketchen discusses his plans with the military and he mentions the arrival of Clifford Sifton in England and wonders if Sifton would remember him from Canada and support him in his plans.

              Ketchen, H.D.B.
              Ketchen to SBS: 19 Feb 1918
              2008.1.1.1.3.8.94 · Item · 19 Feb. 1918
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Handwritten letter with envelope sent from H.D.B. Ketchen in France to SBS in Folkestone, England. In this letter Ketchen describes a successful operation his 6th Brigade performed, and attaches a copy of meesages of congratulations he received as a result.

              Ketchen, H.D.B.
              District Orders - 97
              2008.1.3.2.4.2.3 · Item · 14 Mar. 1900
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Handwritten and copied District Orders - 97, sent from Headquarters of Military District No. 9 in Halifax. 3 pp including map (two copies with a third copy of page 2)

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.3.2.7.6 · Item · 1900
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Canadians in Khaki South Africa 1899-1900: Official Correspondence Nominal Roll Casualties etc. Montreal: The Herald Publishing Co., 1900. (The section on Lord Strathcona’s Horse has been annotated by SBS with added figures and words; second copy)

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.2 · File · Feb. - Apr. 1906
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence from Militia Head-Quarters, Canada and the Minister of Militia and Defence Canada, re: Steele’s recommendations for SAC officers to be appointed to Canadian Military corps, and an internal letter forwarding Steele’s request that he be permitted to spend three months in England to accompany the Inspector General of Cavalry (Lord Robert Baden-Powell)on his tours of inspection.

              Biggar, J.L. , Major
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.4 · File · Jan. 1907
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence and documents related to Steele’s application for a staff appointment on the Permanent Force of Canada; includes testimonials from individuals Steele served with and under, including: R.S.S. Baden-Powell, Redvers Buller, Geoffry Barton and General Kitchener. Copies (many) and originals

              Baden-Powell, Robert
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.9 · File · Jun. 1907
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Telegram and letter informing Steele of his appointment as a lieutenant-colonel on the permanent staff of the Canadian Militia, with the honorary rank of colonel in command of Military District No. 13, Calgary. Jun 1907

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.11 · File · Aug. 1907
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General military correspondence including an offer from Captain George S. Beer of the South African Constabulary to enlist men there, and bring them to Canada to join the Canadian Army. Hand written, typewritten

              Borden, F.W. (Frederick William), Sir, 1847-1917
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.22 · File · Jul. 1908
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District 13; includes letters from the Department of Militia and Defence, and others seeking appointments, etc. Handwritten, typewritten

              Rundle, E.G. (Teddy)
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.24 · File · Sep. 1908
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military Districts #13 and [acting] commander of #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg. includes letters from the Department of Militia and Defence; a letter from F.W. Borden; and others. Handwritten, typewritten

              Borden, F.W. (Frederick William), Sir, 1847-1917
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.25 · File · Oct. 1908
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military Districts #13 and [acting] commander of #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes letters from the Department of Militia and Defence, Percy H.N. Lake; and Charles Winter. Handwritten, typewritten

              Lake, Percy Henry Noel, General
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.26 · File · Nov. 1908
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence, incoming and outgoing, sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military Districts #13 and [acting] commander of #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes letters from the Department of Militia and Defence, re: land grants, promotions, etc., including an offer for Steele to consider an appointment to command Military District #10 at Winnipeg; a copied letter (by SBS) from [D.A.] Macdonald, etc. handwritten, typewritten

              Borden, F.W. (Frederick William), Sir, 1847-1917
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.32 · File · May 1909
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military Districts #13 and [acting] commander of #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes letters from the Department of Militia and Defence, and individuals R. Baden-Powell, W. Clarke, etc.; re: SAC service record, concerns about Calgary regiment, etc. Handwritten, typewritten

              Baden-Powell, Robert
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.36 · File · Sep. 1909
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence from SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes a hand-written personal history account, and a typewritten letter to Rogers regarding a shooting competition.

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.38 · File · Dec. 1909
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes a letter from the Prime Minister’s Office; from Percy Lake and Frank Ford, re: various matters, including questions about who will command the new squadron of Strathcona Horse when raised. Handwritten, typewritten

              Lake, Percy Henry Noel, General
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.54 · File · Aug. 1911
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes hand-written correspondence from H.D. B Ketchen, regarding Inspections.

              Ketchen, H.D.B.
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.63 · File · Apr. 1912
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes correspondence from Sam Hughes; House of Commons member George Fowler; R.J. Gwynne; and others on a variety of matters; the rumour that Steele is to be replace by Gwynne is addressed in a letter from [F.L. Lessard] of the Department of Militia and Defence.

              Gwynne, R.J.
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.64 · File · May 1912
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes correspondence with Sam Hughes, R. Rogers, and a letter regarding the upcoming visit to Winnipeg of the Governor General of Canada.

              Hughes, Sam, Sir, 1853-1921
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.72 · File · Jan 1913
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes letters sent from SBS asking for the support of R.L.J. Galbraith for a Senator appointment; correspondence from R.J. Gwynne; and others, re: District staffing, appointment recommendations, and an Armoury site for Saskatchewan. Handwritten; typewritten

              Gwynne, R.J.
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.90 · File · 27-31 Aug. 1914
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Colonel at Valcartier Camp, established as part of the mobilization of the Canadian Expeditionary Force at the onset of the First World War; includes outgoing correspondence copies related to SBS’s wish to organize and command a Canadian Contingent, and his recommendations for who might be named as regiment officers/commanders. Typewritten

              McMillan, Daniel Hunter
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.94 · File · 13-30 Sep. 1914
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to and from SBS while at the Fort Osborne Barracks, Winnipeg, and in Montreal; includes correspondence to and from the Honourable Robert Rogers, Minister of Public Works, re: recommendations for commanding the Canadian Contingent; and correspondence with Major Ketchen; Sam Hughes; and others. Handwritten; typewritten

              Hughes, Sam, Sir, 1853-1921
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.96 · File · Nov. 1914
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; many confidential letters to and from Robert Rogers and others, and includes recommendations for filling Canadian Military positions, reports and information about camps, and general information, etc. Handwritten; typewritten

              Rogers, Robert, Hon., 1864-1935
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.101 · File · Mar. 1915
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; Includes a partial list of Officers selected for the 11th C.M.R. and a private letter sent from Sam Hughes Typewritten

              Hughes, Sam, Sir, 1853-1921
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.103 · File · May 1915
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, Commanding the 2nd Canadian Division; includes correspondence regarding troop training and discipline, horse acquisition, appointments requested, and other general matters. Handwritten; typewritten

              Carson, J.W., Sir Major General
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.110 · File · Nov. 1915
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, Commanding the 2nd Canadian Division, Shorncliffe Command; includes correspondence regarding SBS’s proposed visit to Bramshott; a letter from E.F. Mackie; and a congratulatory note sent to Col. Hilliam regarding his battalion’s volunteering for additional trench work. Handwritten; typewritten

              Carson, J.W., Sir Major General
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.111 · File · Dec. 1915
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, Commanding the 2nd Canadian Division, Shorncliffe Command; includes correspondence between SBS and General John Wallace Carson with the suggestion that SBS be appointed to the position of Inspector-General of all Canadian Overseas troops; Shorncliffe Command matters; and letters from Baden-Powell and others regarding general military matters. Handwritten; typewritten

              Carson, J.W., Sir Major General
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.119 · File · May 1916
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Major-General, Commanding the 2nd Canadian Division, Shorncliffe Command; includes confidential letters sent between SBS, Sam Hughes, Colonel R. Rogers, and others concerning the command of the Canadian forces in England; other matters discussed in the file are letters of introduction, including one from [E. Alderson]and thank you letters. Handwritten; typewritten

              Borden, Robert Laird, Sir
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.122 · File · Aug. 1916
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Major-General, Commanding the 2nd Canadian Division, Shorncliffe Command; includes a letter to SBS from General Colin Mackenzie, with an explanatory note about this letter from H.S.; a lettter from a grieving father, [? Fisher] who had two sons killed in the War thanking the Steele's for their sympathy; letters from R. Rogers and other individuals concerning military matters. Handwritten; typewritten

              Mackenzie, Colin John, Sir, 1861-1956
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.123 · File · Sep. 1916
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, Commanding the 2nd Canadian Division, Shorncliffe Command; includes letters sent to Lieutenant Sir Julian Byng and Lieutenant Sir James Wolfe-Murray, re: training of troops being sent to France; and correspondence around SBS’s rank and pay while serving with the Canadian military. Handwritten; typewritten

              Byng, Julian H.G., 1st Viscount Byng of Vimy, 1862-1935
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.126 · File · Jun. 1916 - Jan. 1917, 1974
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Documents separated by Harwood Steele, and marked “for use only if necessary”. Papers in this file are ones H.S. felt were sensitive, and separated accordingly. Includes correspondence largely sent from SBS to Sir George Perley, Canadian Overseas Minister of Defence. These letters revolve around issues concerning Canadian military command, and include added notations my H.S. Typewritten

              Perley, George Halsey, Sir
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.129 · File · Jan. 1917
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, C.B., M.V.O. , Canadian Headquarters, Shorncliffe, England, and includes letters to SBS from Sir James A. Lougheed; Colonel Robert Rogers; Colonel A. Hinde; Sir George Perley and others primarily dealing with the change of command of the Canadian Forces in the British Isles; also includes a general letter describing how Christmas Day was spent by patients in the Dover and Shorncliffe area. Typewritten

              Hughes, Sam, Sir, 1853-1921
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.140 · File · Nov. 1917, [1973]
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, C.B., M.V.O., Canadian Headquarters, Shorncliffe, England. The correspondence, largely confidential, revolves around SBS’s understanding that he is to be ‘superannuated’ and his personal letter campaign to protest this decision. He provides an outline of his service in connection with pension on retirement, and a cautionary note has been added to this record by Harwood Steele [ca. 1973]. Includes telegrams, copies of letters, and copies of the service record. Includes also a letter from a representative of the Manitoba Club in Winnipeg discussing the necessity of electing a Union Government in Canada. Typewritten

              Borden, Robert Laird, Sir
              2008.1.3.3.1.1.144 · File · Mar. 1918
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Correspondence sent to and from SBS as he prepares to leave his position as G.O.C. The Troops, Shorncliffe, England; includes correspondence with Colonel C.A. Smart; approval received for a three month leave of absence, with pay, to enable SBS and family to remain in England; and two letters of thanks and farewell sent from men who served under SBS at Shorncliffe. Handwritten; typewritten

              Kemp, A.E. (Albert Edward), 1858-1929
              2008.1.3.3.1.2.43 · File · Jan. 1917
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              2nd Canadian Division – Reorganization/Conferences Correspondence and memoranda regarding the Re-organization of Canadian Expeditionary Forces in England with specific reference to the Shorncliffe command. Typewritten

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.3.3.1.2.45 · File · Sep. 1916
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              2nd Canadian Division – Sub Militia Council (established in 1916 by Sam Hughes): Initial organization plans and related correspondence and meeting agendas and documents. Typewritten.

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              Win the War Convention
              2008.1.3.3.1.2.52 · File · Nov. - Dec. 1917
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Win the War Convention Follow-up correspondence related to the Canadian Win the War Conventions; correspondents include: W. McInnes, Vivian Bartram, Brigadier-General Swift, Lieut.-Colonel A.M. Jarvis, Sir Robert Borden and others.

              Bartram, Vivian T.
              2008.1.3.3.3.14 · File · Nov. - Dec. 1916
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              2nd Canadian Division – Inspection Reports Programme of Inspection itineraries for Lieutenant-General Sir James Wolfe Murray, K.C.B.., Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Command, and for the visit of Lord Shaughnessy to Shorncliffe. Typewritten

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.3.3.3.21 · File · May - Dec. 1917
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              2nd Canadian Division – Discipline Reports Investigative reports and related correspondence regarding various discipline matters, re: Shorncliffe troops; many of the concerns revolve around drunkenness among the troops. Typewritten

              Borden, Robert Laird, Sir
              2008.1.3.3.3.24 · File · 1916
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Canadian Army Medical Service Reports Report sections numbered #17-22; include information and memoranda on pensions, lack of co-ordination between medical services, use of C.A.M.C personnel, discontent concerning promotions, organization of the C.A.M.C. Training School, and management issues. Typewritten

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.3.3.4.5 · File · 1914
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Standing Orders for the Sewell Camp, 1914, by Colonel S.B. Steele Commanding M.D. No. 10. Printed by Headquarters, Military District No. 10, Winnipeg.

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.3.3.4.7 · File · 01 Sep. 1914
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Camp Orders by Colonel V.A. S. Williams Commanding Valcartier Camp, Camp Headquarters. Typewritten copy; some annotation, 12 pp.

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.3.3.4.33 · Item · 22 Jan. 1917
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Canada. House of Commons Debates for Monday, January 22, 1917. A notation on the cover of one copy of the publication says to refer to page 46, where there is a transcription of conversation between Sir Robert Borden and Sir Sam Hughes, re: SBS's fitness for 'command' in First World War.

              Two copies of publication.

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.2.1.1.3.123 · Item · 19 Aug. 1907
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              Handwritten letter to Marie from D.A. Macdonald of Militia and Defence Canada repsonding about how he can provide assistance for the Steele family's upcoming move to Calgary; the letter is dated August 19th, 1907.

              Macdonald, D.A.
              2008.1.1.1.2.186 · File · Apr 1909
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, re: various matters; includes several letters from family members; two letters from Charles Winter of Militia and Defence Canada, and letters from other acquaintances and friends. Handwritten; Typewritten.

              MacGregor, Esther Miller (Marian Keith)
              2008.1.1.1.2.216 · File · 12 Nov. 1911
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – A letter and attachment sent to Steele from A.C. Macdonell; includes a record of his military service. Handwritten; Typewritten.

              Macdonell , A. Cameron , Sir
              2008.1.1.1.2.219 · File · Feb 1912
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Three letters, from [P.E. Thacker]; A.C. Macdonell; and from [? Smith] of the Department of Militia and Defence providing advice on proper military dress for various occasions Handwritten; Typewritten.

              Macdonell , A. Cameron , Sir
              2008.1.1.1.2.224 · File · Jul 1912
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, re: various matters; includes a letter from H.A. Constantine; an invitation acceptance; and a letter from [? ...staff] of Militia and Defence, Canada. Handwritten.

              Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919
              2008.1.1.1.2.279 · File · Aug. 1916
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, re: various matters; includes letters from A.C. Macdonell and C. [Donnelly] who both had sons killed in recent battles; letters from other acquaintances and colleagues, including Louis Lipsett, and James Harding, a former A Battery Kingston and NWMP officer who served with SBS; and an interesting letter from A.C. Harwood (Gus), discussing his efforts to get “fair play” for Steele in Canada. Handwritten; Typewritten.

              Harwood, C.A.
              2008.1.1.1.2.289 · File · Jul. 1917
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, re: various matters; includes letters from colleagues, family and friends; often requesting Steele’s assistance, or responding to his requests for their assistance; includes a letter with a message from Queen Alexandra; also a set of correspondence sent to family members James Clarke and C.A. Harwood chronicling SBS’s concern about his role within the Overseas Canadian Military; also a copy of SBS’s prepared sketch for the “Who’s Who” edition. Handwritten; Typewritten.

              Clarke, J.B.
              2008.1.1.1.2.293 · File · Nov. 1917; [1973]
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, incoming and outgoing, re: various matters; includes letters from Sam to his brother-in-law Gus (C.A. Harwood), and to his friend Sir Hugh J. Macdonald; and letters received from various family and friends. Included is SBS’s service record and letters written by SBS to protest his planned ‘superannuation’ ; he includes a service record, which is commented on by his son Harwood Steele; also a note from his physician Henry Morris, and other general correspondence. Handwritten; Typewritten.

              Harwood, C.A.
              2008.1.1.1.2.299 · File · Mar. 1918
              Part of Sir Samuel Steele Collection

              General Correspondence – Personal letters, incoming and outgoing, re: various matters; includes letters of reference provided for others from Steele, and personal letters to his friend Jack (John) Kerr; incoming correspondence around regret at Steele’s retirement, a letter from SBS to Minnie [Carstairs] describing his retirement plans, etc. (marked by H.S. ‘for use only if necessary’) and a letter received from Lord Dundonald. Handwritten; Typewritten

              McMillan, Daniel Hunter