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See notes for Diary 2008.1.2.2.2.2.1

See notes for Diary 2008.1.2.2.2.2.1 A larger sized diary; some of the entries are hard to read Pretoria

See notes for Diaries: 2008.1.2.2.2.2.1 and 2008.1.2.2.2.2.23

See notes for Diaries: 2008.1.2.2.2.2.1 and 2008.1.2.2.2.2.23

See notes for Diaries: 2008.1.2.2.2.2.1 and 2008.1.2.2.2.2.23

See notes for Diaries: 2008.1.2.2.2.2.1 and 2008.1.2.2.2.2.23

Large bound diary See notes for Diaries: 2008.1.2.2.2.2.1 and 2008.1.2.2.2.2.23

See notes for Diaries: 2008.1.2.2.2.2.1 and 2008.1.2.2.2.2.23

See notes for Diaries: 2008.1.2.2.2.2.1 and 2008.1.2.2.2.2.23

SAC annual reports on the Depot Troop, Pretoria; Ermelo District; Lydenburg District; and Middleburg District to Divisional Commandant, S.A.C.

SBS's hand-written record of his 'war services'.

Handwritten and numbered 'B' Divisional Orders.

Typewritten letter from Fred White, N.W.M.P. to Marie, re: a Militia Department cheque issued SBS for his pay and outfit as an Officer of the Transvaal Contingent; the letter is dated January 10th, 1900.

Smith, Henry. The Rifle Shot’s Manual. London: William Clowes & Sons, Limited, 1900.

Smith, F. A Manual of Saddles and Collars, Sore Backs and Sore Shoulders. 3rd ed. London: Harrison and Sons, 1897. (‘Colonel S.B. Steele, C.B. MVO’ signed at front of book by [Marie Steele])

Black leather-bound; hand-written entries; more of a notebook

Black leather-bound; hand-written entries; more of a notebook One separate item from diary placed behind diary in file, re: Proposed Special Constable Posts

Black leather-bound; hand-written entries; more of a notebook Includes patrol notes

A mounted photograph of a returning [Manitoban?] soldier dressed in a South African [Boer] War uniform and slouch hat. The soldier is also wearing a bandolier and holding a rifle. The medal pinned to the soldier's chest closely resembles and is possibly the Queen's South Africa Medal, the campaign medal awarded to those who served in the Boer War.

General Correspondence – Congratulatory letters, re: Steele’s appointment to lead Strathcona’s Horse command in South Africa, etc. Includes a letter from his older step-brother, John Steele and a letter from A.M. Jarvis station at the Dalton Trail Post. Handwritten; Typewritten.

General Correspondence – From family, acquaintances, and friends. Handwritten; Typewritten.

General Correspondence – Personal letters, re: various matters; includes a letter from Hedley J. Kirkpatrick, who served in the Boer War, describing his trip to Canada. Handwritten; Typewritten.

General Correspondence – Personal letters, incoming and outgoing, re: various matters; further correspondence related to military forces being sent to Europe, and letters from family and friends; includes a hand-written letter to brother-in-law Beau (C.A. Harwood) discussing the pending war and Canadian military efforts, as well as the Escher investigation into the conduct of soldiers in the South African war. Handwritten; Typewritten.

A handwritten note to "My dear papa" from Flora Steele to her father in South Africa; 2 pp. and envelope.

Correspondence from the Association regarding annual meetings and information for veterans, etc. Handwritten and typewritten documents

Correspondence sent to Steele related to tying up loose ends and a letter sent to [Captain] Macdonnell from NWMP Commissioner Herchmer. Also includes a letter sent to SBS from F.L Cartwright, a NWMP officer who served with Steele in the Yukon, and now writing from Grand Forks, B.C. Cartwright discusses the injustice of SBS's removal from the Yukon, and expresses interest in signing up for the Boer War.

Letter from NWMP Comptroller Fred White to Steele, discussing the sailing of the new Canadian Contingent under Colonel Evans, and providing news about NWMP activity in Canada.

Telegrams, commission requests and a letter from Minister F.W. Borden commenting on SAC commissions

Correspondence related to preparations for outfitting the Canadian contingent for SAC; commission requests; and general matters.

Correspondence related to preparations for outfitting the Canadian contingent for SAC; commission requests, and general matters; includes a letter to Steele from Colonel F.L. Lessard assuring Steele that he did not make derogatory comments about his character.

Correspondence related to SAC general activities; includes letters from Minister F.W. Borden on a variety of military matters; from Major Biggar detailing an incident resulting in the death of a number of Boers; and requests for confidential reports completed for all SAC officers.

Memos; applications for duty; requests for transfer; general matters; includes a letter to SAC Pretoria from Captain Birdwood with Steele's reply attached to the original letter; memoranda from Steele.

Applications for duty; general matters.

Applications for duty; general matters including a letter about locating suitable veterinarians for postings in South Africa; photocopies (by Harwood?) of memos sent from Robert Baden-Powell; a letter received from Lord Strathcona’s secretary.

Memos; general matters, including controversy surrounding the shooting of a monkey.

General matters; includes a letter regarding the Rex vs Marley Murder case, as well as a letter received from Lord Strathcona.

Pretoria. Chinese Cordon related correspondence; general correspondence and memoranda sent from SAC headquarters in Johannesburg.

Pretoria. Chinese Cordon related correspondence; general correspondence and memoranda sent from SAC headquarters in Johannesburg.

Pretoria. Chinese Cordon related correspondence; general correspondence and memoranda sent from SAC headquarters in Johannesburg.

Pretoria. Chinese Cordon related correspondence; general correspondence and memoranda sent from SAC headquarters in Johannesburg.

Correspondence to and from District Commandant(s), re: accounting system; reductions; and Mooifontein post.

Correspondence to and from persons/subjects with the initial 'G' including Godson, Greenwood, and on the topics of gold, graves, government buildings, etc.

Correspondence related to the S.A.C. Divisional Medical Officer.

Correspondence related to the Divisional Veterinary Officer.

Memoranda and general correspondence.

Memoranda and general correspondence.

Telegrams – Handwritten. General matters, Incoming.

Letter to Steele from Lord Strathcona, re: command of Lord Strathcona's Horse; includes approved invoice.

Letters and telegrams sent to Colonel Steele from individuals applying to or providing references for commissions to serve with Lord Strathcona's Horse in South Africa.

Correspondence sent to Colonel Steele in his capacity as Commander of the Lord Strathcona's Horse; various matters including a letter from the Mayor of Cambellton, New Brunswick presenting Lord Strathcona's Horse contingent with a flag prior to their departure for South Africa.

Typewritten letter to Steele and LSH from Mayor D. Murray of Campbellton, N.B. presenting colors as a "parting souvenir from a loyal people'.

Correspondence sent to Colonel Steele in his capacity as Commander of the Lord Strathcona's Horse; includes a telegraph on the movement of horses, vehicles, and mules; a telegraph from the High Commissioner; a late pass issued by Steele (and received by Harwood Steele years later); a code sheet; and copy of an outgoing letter possibly written by Steele asking about transport.

Correspondence sent to Colonel Steele in his capacity as Commander of the Lord Strathcona's Horse; commission request and parade details.

Handwritten letter to SBS from [? Lennon] Government House, Capetown, acknowledging Steele's report to 'His Excellency'.

Correspondence sent to Colonel Steele in his capacity as Commander of the Lord Strathcona's Horse; includes copies of the telegram sent from the Military Secretary representing Lord Kitchener on the day Lord Strathcona's Horse embarked for home.

Correspondence sent to Colonel Steele in his capacity as Commander of the Lord Strathcona's Horse; includes plans for honouring the Corps in England (with medals, processions, special programs, etc.) and general correspondence and memoranda around final payments, and tying up loose ends; includes a hand-written memo from Steele.

Handwritten letter to SBS from Thos. J. Davis asking about the particulars surrounding his son's death in South Africa.