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Place: Bishop’s Court [the name of the bishop's home in Red River]

From: David Rupertsland

To: Rev. J. Smithurst, Elora nr Guelph, Canada West

Delivery: Postal system in the U.S.A. and Canada

Details: 8pp on blue paper + addressed envelope with postal marks (stamp removed)

Notes: A friendly letter dated February 18th from David Anderson, Lord Bishop of Rupert’s Land, to Reverend John Smithurst. Postscript written February 27th.

A document titled: "Resolutions to be proposed by the Hon. Mr. Loranger, in reference to Rupert's land, the Indian Territory and the affairs of the Hudson Bay Company." Printed by the Queen's Printer, S. Derbishire & G. Desbarats.

The six (6) resolutions propose a limited renewal of the Hudson's Bay Company's trading rights. The proposal is for the Canadian government to assume all territory the HBC claimed, allowing the company to retain only those lands on which it had built or otherwise improved. The HBC would not be eligible for compensation from lands lost.

Place: No location

From: David Rupertsland

To: [Rev. J. Smithurst]

Details: 4pp fragment

Notes: Fragment of a letter written by David Anderson, Lord Bishop of Rupert’s Land.

From: David Anderson, Red River

To: Rev. John Smithurst, Elora, Canada West

Details: 4pp

This document is the third proclamation issued by the colony of British Columbia. Signed by Governor James Douglas in Victoria on "Vancouver's Island," this historic revocation ended the Hudson's Bay Company's exclusive trading rights with the Native peoples which had been in place since the Crown Grant of 1838.

A document titled: "Resolutions to be moved by Mr. Dawson for An Address to Her Majesty, on the subject of the North Western parts of this Province, the Indian Territories and the Hudson's Bay Company." From the first (1st) session of the sixth (6th) Parliament. Printed by order of the Legislative Assembly by the printer John Lovell in Toronto.

This document has eighteen (18) resolutions outlining the history of the Hudson's Bay Company, challenging the validity of HBC's trading rights, and proposing that their lease to trade within the so-called "Indian Territories" not be renewed.

Place: Toronto

From: J.B. Robinson

To: [Reverend C.E. Thomson]

Delivery: unknown

Details: 2pp

Notes: A short letter regarding the approaching Diocesan Synod and representatives from St. John’s Church in Elora.
Note on the back says “J.B. Robinson Esq. Read May 13/59.” While the recipient is not named, it is likely to be Reverend C. E. Thomson who led the Elora parish in 1859. J. B. Robinson is possibly Sir John Beverley Robinson, the noted lawyer and judge.

Place: Ottawa

From: J.S. Lauder

To: Thompson

Details: 4pp

Notes: J.S. Lauder is likely Reverend John Strutt Lauder of Christ Church in Ottawa, and later archdeacon of Ottawa. Lauder writes in response to a letter from his friend Thompson regarding a young man, Finlayson. Lauder regrets to say that he does not know the current whereabouts of Finlayson, but his investigations suggest that Finlayson has gone off to “sow his wild oats.”

A notation reads “J.S. Lauder Rec'd Dec 12/59.”

Place: Hastenges Road Uper Canada [Hastings Road, Upper Canada]

From: William Henery Woollacott
From: Philip [surname unknown]

To: forther and Mother
To: Andrew

Notes: This sheet of paper has two letters written on it. The first letter is from a young man who signs his name "William Henery Woollacott." The second letter is from a man who signs his name "Philip."

In his letter, William writes to tell his parents that he and Mary reached Canada safely. William tells of the boat trip from Liverpool to New York and the difficult time he's had reaching Philip's home in Canada. He is very excited at the chance to buy his own farm. "P.S. we live in a plase called the shanty 16 feet square & I can tuch the ruff With my head it is bult with wood." [P.S. We live in a place called the shanty 16 feet square and I can touch the roof with my head. It is built with wood.]

In his letter, Philip is furious with Andrew for sending William to North America with no money, bedclothes, or supplies, and at the beginning of winter. They have already spent Philip's savings and they cannot find work. They have only potatoes and turnips to eat, and those will not last the winter. He tells Andrew to send money.

Place: [Red River?]

From: David Rupertsland

To: The Rev J Smithurst, Lea Hurst, Harriston P.O., Minto, Wellington, Canada West

Delivery: Postal system in Canada.

Details: 2pp + addressed envelope with postal marks (stamp removed)

Notes: A short letter written by David Anderson, Lord Bishop of Rupert’s Land, to Reverend Smithurst with recent news.

TItle: Rules and Regulations for the Working of Gold Mines. Issued in conformity with the Gold Fields Act, 1859.
Document granting James Douglas the ability to make rules and regulations for all matters relating to mining and the nature of mining by-laws.

Two drawings that are done in the same style. The first drawing is a print that depicts either a mother or a governess with two children playing around her. It is captioned “In the Nursery.” The second drawing is a print that depicts the London Bridge and various industrial activities taking place around it. It is captioned “London Bridge.” The stamps on the backs of the drawings indicate that the originals are circa 1860. The stamp on the drawing of the nursery mentions that the artist is unknown. No mention is made of any artist on the drawing of London Bridge either. Both stamps specify that the prints are reproduced from the collection in Allegra’s Mews Gallery in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Title: An act to authorize the raising of a Loan of Ten Thousand Pounds upon the security of the Dues and Monies levied by virtue of the "Victoria and Esquimalt Harbour Dues Act 1860."

Document describes the payment to the Treasury of Vancouver Island in a separate fund titled the "Harbour Fund," along with the creation of a Harbour Commission.

Title: British Columbia Proclamation by His Excellency James Douglas, Companion of the Most Honorable Order of the Bath, Governor and Commander-in-Chief of British Columbia and its Dependencies, Vice-Admiral of the same, &c., &c.

Details the power granted to James Douglas and his intentions to set aside land for the use of the Roman Catholic Church. Proclamation to be cited as the "Roman Catholic Land Act, 1861."

Title: British Columbia Proclamation By His Excellency, James Douglas, Companion of the Most Honorable Order of the Bath, Governor and Commander-in-Chief of British Columbia, and its Dependencies, Vice-Admiral of the same, &c., &c.

Details the amendment of the laws affecting the settlement of unsurveyed Crown Lands in British Columbia. This proclamation may be cited as the "Pre-emption Consolidation Act, 1861."

Notes for a sermon given at St. John's church in Elora (Canada West, later Ontario). Identified on the back as "September Notes."

The Reverend C.E. Thomson served at St. John's from 1857-1877, and is the likely author of this sermon.

The sermon begins with Luke XII.21 "So is he that layeth up treasure for himself, and is not rich toward God."

Title: British Columbia Proclamation By His Excellency James Douglas, Companion of the Most Honorable Order of the Bath, Governor and Commander-in-Chief of British Columbia and its Dependencies, Vice-Admiral of the same, &c., &c.

Details the making of James Douglas as the Governor of the Colony of British Columbia with all the power to make laws, institutions, and ordinances, for the peace, order and good Government of the same. Details the allowance for the raising of funds and loans for the establishment of the colony.

Place: C.L.O., Elora

From: Andrew Geddes

To: The Revd John Smithurst, Lea Hurst, Minto

Delivery: unknown

Details: 2pp + 1 pp (response in hand of Smithurst, and signed by him)

Notes: Correspondence from Andrew Geddes of the Crown Lands Office (C.L.O.) to Rev. Smithurst regarding the sale of two lots of land in the county of Minto. The lots stand in the name of David M. Bridgeford or Bridgford, and so Mr. Geddes asks Rev. Smithurst for further information. Mr. Geddes also updates Rev. Smithurst on the recovery of Mr. R. Caldwell, who nearly died of illness.

Rev. Smithurst responds on the same sheet of paper. He does not date his response, which presumably means that it is a rough draft of the actual letter he sent to Mr. Geddes.

Rev. Smithurst’s response explains that there is no such person as David W. Bridgford. John Bridgford had already purchased three lots in the Minto land sale but used the name of his dead son to buy additional land. John Bridgford could not transfer ownership of these additional lots without revealing his fraud. Bridgford tried to sell the land to a Mr. Thomas Dalley Senior, but Mr. Dalley refused to pay until Bridgford’s ownership could be tested. Later, Mr. Dalley split the two lots between his sons, William and Thomas Junior. William has never resided on his parcel and has tried to sell it without success. Thomas Jun. has cleared land and put up buildings. Rev. Smithurst believes Thomas Jun. would be entitled to squatter's rights.

Date: January 1863, Epiphany

Place: Paris, C.W. [Canada West]

From: Adam Townley

To: The Honble and Right Reverend The Lord Bishop of Toronto

Details: 4 pp

Notes: The rough draft of a letter written by Reverend Townley to John Strachan, Bishop of Toronto. In the letter, Rev. Townley respectfully asks for a promotion.

Title: British Columbia Proclamation No. 12, A.D.1863, By His Excellency, James Douglas, Companion of the Most Honorable Order of the Bath, Governor and Commander-in-Chief of British Columbia, and its Dependencies, Vice-Admiral of the same, &c., &c.

Details the pay to be determined for those holding government positions in British Columbia.

A newsprint supplement to the Free Press August 1863 issue regarding the possibility of an binational shipping canal being built through Canada and the Great Lakes, by way of which the Northwestern United States would be able to ship grain to England. Although it largely focuses on the grain trade between the United States and England, the section titled "Canadian Report - The Proposed Ottawa Canal" features some discussion of Western Canada, with specific attention paid to the "almost inexhaustible" amount of timber available in much of the Western Canadian wilderness that could be accessed as part of the canal project.

Title: British Columbia Proclamation No. 9, A.D. 1863 By His Excellency James Douglas, Companion of the Most Honourable Order of the Bath, Governor and Commander-in-Chief of British Columbia and its Dependencies, Vice-Admiral of the same, &c., &c.

Details and Indenture between Richard Clement Moody and William Hood regarding the creation of Waggon Road and Works.

Title: British Columbia No. 3. An Ordinance to apply the sum of One hundred and thirty five thousand, six hundred and thirty nine pounds, sixteen shillings and seven pence, Sterling, out of the General Revenue of the Colony of British Columbia and its Dependencies, to the service of the year One thousand eight hundred and sixty four.

Contains the schedule, including costs, for all the government departments necessary for the running of the British Columbian government.

Title: Treaty Between Her Majesty and The United States of America, for The Settlement of the Claims of the Hudson's Bay and Puget's Sound Agricultural Companies Signed at Washington, July 1, 1863. Presented to both Houses of Parliament by Command of Her Majesty. 1864

Details the various articles surrounding the settlement of the claims between The Hudson's Bay Company and Puget Sound, WA, USA.

A report detailing the quantity and condition of furs received at York Factory during the summer of 1864 from various districts of the Northern Department. The letter is signed "MKR."

Districts included in the report are the following: Athabasca District, English River, Saskatchewan District, Cumberland District, Swan River District, Lower Red River District, [Lac] la Pluie District, Norway House District, [Island] Lake Post, Severn Post, Trout Lake Post, and Churchill Post.

This fill-in-the-blank contract is for employment with Hudson's Bay in North America in the capacity of labourer for a term of five years. It is signed by Andrew Groundwater in the Parish of Orkney & Shetland.
Printed in lower left of contract: 500 - 12 - 62.

Title: An Act To grant the right to construct a Telegraph Line connecting Victoria with the Telegraph System of the United States, and for other purposes.

This act, signed in print by James Douglas, the first governor of the province of British Columbia, authorized the construction of a telegraph line connecting Victoria with the California State Telegraph Company.

A letter and handmade envelope made of birch bark. The envelope is addressed to [Revd] William [MacLaren] at Belleville, C. W. [Canada West?]. Postage stamps on the envelope mark the letter's transit.

Title: British Columbia. Anno Vicesimo Nono. No. 11. An Ordinance granting a Supplemental Supply of Thirty-two Thousand Four Hundred and Fifty-six Pounds, Seven Shillings, and Five Pence, out of the General Revenue of the Colony of British Columbia and its Dependencies, to the service of the years One Thousand Eight Hundred and Sixty-four and five respectively.

Details the request to the British Government for additional funds for the running of the Colony of British Columbia.

Title: British Columbia. Anno Vicesimo Nono. Victoriae Reginae. No. 4. An Ordinance to apply the sum of Seven Hundred and Twenty Two Thousand One Hundred and Fourteen Dollars and Five Cents, out of the General Revenue of the Colony of British Columbia and its Dependencies, to the service of the year One Thousand Eight Hundred and Sixty Six.

Details the request for money for the year from the British Government in order to run the Colony of British Columbia. Back page lists the salaries of government officials, as well as the cost for services.

Title: British Columbia. Anno Vicesimo Nono. Victoriae Reginae. No. 5. An Ordinance to amend the Law relating to Joint Stock Companies.

Details 12 changes/amendments made to the Joint Stock Companies Laws in British Columbia.

Title: British Columbia. Anno Vicesimo Nono. Victoriae Reginae. No. 13. An Ordinance further to define the law regulating the acquisition of Land in British Columbia.

Details 4 clauses to be used to further define the laws governing land acquisition in British Columbia, centering around the adjustment of boundaries and other matters.

Title: British Columbia. Anno Vicesimo Nono. Victoriae Reginae. No.14. An Ordinance amending the procedure of the County Courts of the Colony of British Columbia.

Details the creation and amendment of rules concerning a clear and speedy method of recovering small debts in British Columbia.

Title: British Columbia. Anno Vicesimo Nono. Victoriae Reginae. No. 9. An Ordinance for the Regulation of Ferries and Bridges.

Details additional rules and regulations placed upon ferries and bridges, including maintenance, toll charges, and proper conduct.

Title: British Columbia. Anno Tricesimo. Victoriae Reginae. No. 8. An Ordinance to prohibit the unseasonable destruction of Game.

Details the creation of ordinances in order to protect game of various descriptions from being killed out of season.

Title: Canada (Rupert's Land). Copy or Extracts of Correspondence between the Colonial Office, the Government of the Canadian Dominion, and the Hudson's Bay Company, relating to the Surrender of Rupert's Land by the Hudson's Bay Company, and for the Admission thereof into the Dominion of Canada. Ordered by The House of Commons.

Contains multiple letters to and from various parties, including: Despatches [sic] from the Governor, Despatches from the Secretary of State, Correspondence Between the Colonial Office and the Hudson's Bay Company, Correspondence Between the Colonial Office and Sir G. Cartier and Mr. McDougall (Delegates).

Title: British Columbia. Anno Tricesimo Secundo. Victoriae Reginae. No. 9. An Ordinance to provide for the Fencing of Land in British Columbia.

Details the creation of ordinances to provide for proper fencing of lands in the colony of British Columbia.

British Columbia. Papers of the Union of British Columbia with the Dominion of Canada [March 1868 to March 1869]. Includes the letter to Governor Seymour by delegates of a Convention held at Yale, B.C., with a copy of the resolutions passed, and an Address on the desirability of establishing Representative Institutions, with responsible Government, in the Colony, and the necessity for retrenchment in the public expenditure. [Donor's notes].

A drawing of Hawarden Castle Pavilion, which is just south of Liverpool in the United Kingdom. The drawing depicts a man sitting on a log on the castle grounds, and the castle can be seen in the background. The stamp on the back of the print indicates that the drawing was potentially done by G. Montbard in the 1870s. G. Montbard was the signatory name for the notable English artist Charles Auguste Loye. The stamp on the back also indicates that the print is reproduced from the collection in Allegra’s Mews Gallery in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

The printed text of a speech delivered by the Honourable Zachariah Chandler of Michigan in the Senate of the United States on April 22, 1870. The subject of the speech was the proposed annexation of Winnipeg, Manitoba. The speech was a proposal for the President of the United States to appoint two or more diplomatic commissioners to open a dialogue with the people of Winnipeg, Manitoba and propose the annexation of the city as a territory or state of the United States. Throughout the speech, several responses from others are recorded such as the vice-president, but the majority of the content was said by Zachariah Chandler. The President of the United States at the time of this speech was Ulysses S. Grant. The pamphlet was printed at the Office of the Congressional Globe.

Comprehensive report by the Army Medical Department in the United Kingdom, providing statistical information and descriptive reports on disease, mortality, sanitation and healthcare among the troops. The overall report is divided geographically, with areas covered including the British Isles, Ireland, the Mediterranean, Canada, the Caribbean, Sierra Leone and the Gold Coast, Mauritius, Ceylon and Labuan, China and Japan, and India, as well as a section devote to troops embarked on ships. For most areas, statistic appear to be for Caucasian troops only. In addition, twenty-one appendices are included, covering reports and papers, case notes, orders and administrative documentation, and statistical abstracts.

Of particular interest, in the context of the Prairie collection, is the information on Canada, from pages 62 – 67, and medical history of the Red River Expedition on pages 448 – 473.

Title: Proposed Terms of Confederation with the Dominion of Canada, arranged by the Governor of British Columbia in Council.

Details the terms and conditions upon which the Colony of British Columbia should be Confederated with Canada.

Title: British Columbia. Anno Tricesimo Tertio. Victoriae Reginae. No. 10. An Ordinance to alter and amend the "County Court Ordinance, 1867".

Details the amendments made to the County Court Ordinance of 1867 for the purpose of better administering justice.

Correspondence from W. J. Christie at Lower Fort Garry to J. S. Helmcken at Victoria, [Vancouver Island?] Also included is a small, blue envelope marked with Helmcken's name and location.

The sender informs the recipient that he and other Hudson's Bay officers in London, [England] would like to formally express respect and esteem to Donald A. Smith and asks if the recipient will join them in doing so.

Title: British Columbia. Anno Tricesimo Quarto. Victoriae Reginae. No.13. An Act to regulate Elections of Members of the Legislature of this Colony.

Details certain provisions made as to the regulation of elections of members of the Legislative Council

A document titled: "Deed Poll by the Governor and Company of Hudson's Bay, for conducting their trade in North America, and for defining the rights and prescribing the duties of their officers." Printed by Sir Joseph Causton & Sons, London, United Kingdom.

From notes provided by the donor: "An internal document outlining the rights and duties of H.B.C. officers, outlines the number of Chief Factors, Factors, Chief Traders and Junior Chief Traders, the distribution of shares, and many other details."

Correspondence from Donald A. Smith at Hudson's Bay House, London, [England] to Henry Connolly at Rigolet, Labrador Coast. Also included is a handwritten transcript and a brief description of significant people and places mentioned in the letter.

The letter asks the recipient to allow the passage of [Mr. McArthur], who has recently retired, through Labrador.

The descriptive document provides some biographical information about Donald Smith and Henry Connolly as well as some information about Fort Rigolette [sic].

A small, hand-trimmed, yellow sepia-toned photograph of people and horse-drawn wagons standing in a road with buildings in the background. A short letter on the back provides information on one of the buildings, the "Custom's House and offices for the Canadian officials."

Incoming correspondence from A. MacDonald discussing the firing of a manager who used company flour and oatmeal for personal use. Correspondence sent from the Hudson's Bay Company, Fort Albany to Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec. Note on the letter indicates it was received at Fort Garry on 19 July 1873.

Place: Elora

From: [Rev. C.E. Thomson]

To: Possibly addressed to Bishop of Toronto, Alexander Bethune

Delivery: unknown

Details: One sheet of paper, embossed.

Notes: A letter, marked "Copy," written July 23, 1873 in Elora. The recipient of the letter is likely the Bishop of Toronto, Alexander Neil Bethune. Although the signature is illegible, the probable author is Reverend C. E. Thomson. Various notes and numbers written on the back. Rev. Thomson writes that he would prefer Thorold, but will take Newmarket for the following Sunday. He also relates his opinion on the behaviour of Mr. Butler, who "has forgotten himself since he came to Fergus, but not at Elora so far as I know." Thomson asks that Bishop Bethune consider his remarks confidential.

Place: Cobourg

From: A.N. Toronto

To: Mr .Thomson

Details: 4pp

Notes: A letter written April 12, 1873 in Cobourg, Ontario by "A. N. Toronto," who is Alexander Neil Bethune, Bishop of Toronto. The bishop writes to Reverend C.E. Thomson to advise him on a special service for baptisms, and some other church matters. Mr. Rowsell is mentioned with regards to exposing tracts. The bishop goes on to say that he plans on traveling from Guelph by train on Monday, June 2nd for the purposes of performing confirmations and laying the cornerstone for the new church.

Place: Collingwood

From: A.N. Toronto

To: Mr. Thomson

Details: 2pp

Notes: A letter written July 29, 1873 in Collingwood, Ontario by "A. N. Toronto," which is the signature used by Alexander Neil Bethune, Bishop of Toronto. While the recipient is not named, this letter appears to be in response to "1873 - Letter to Bishop," a letter dated July 23 and which is attributable to Rev. C. E. Thomson.

Incoming correspondence from A. MacDonald noting provisions left at a location had been stolen. Correspondence sent from the Hudson's Bay Company, Fort Albany to Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

Print advertisement encouraging immigration to and settlement in Manitoba and other parts of Canada. Includes information on available land grants; Assisted Passages for Emigrants from the United Kingdom; and Care of Emigrants.

"Free Grants of 160 Acres of PRAIRIE LAND are offered to actual Settlers in the Province of MANITOBA. Dominion Lands sold for $1 per acre. Free Grants of 100 to 200 acres of WOOD LAND are offered to actual Settlers in other parts of Canada. Partially cleared Farms and Buildings may be bought at reasonable prices."

A framed advertisement for Clark and Weedon in [1874] who are advertising their services as real estate agents, house agents, and auctioneers. The flyer states they have for sale numerous farms, town lots, and houses for rent at great prices. The company is located in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Incoming correspondence from William Armstrong discussing frustration with the advisory board for not displaying some of his sketches. Correspondence sent from Toronto to Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

Article written for the Canadian Naturalist by George M. Dawson, Assoc. R.S.M., F.G.S. regarding the appearance and migration patterns of locusts in Manitoba and the Northwest Territories in the summer of 1875.

"During the summer of 1875 two distinct elements were concerned in the locust manifestation. First, the insects hatching in the Province of Manitoba and surrounding regions from eggs left by the western and north-western invading swarms of the previous autumn; second, a distinct foreign host, moving, for the most part, from south to north."

Incoming correspondence from S.K. Parson discussing payments given by Dr. Bell for covering wages and supplies. Correspondence sent from Moose Factory, Ontario to the Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

Incoming correspondence from William Armstrong discussing taking his papers to Ottawa. Correspondence sent from Toronto to the Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

Incoming correspondence from William Armstrong discussing his latest sketches. Correspondence sent from Toronto to Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

Incoming correspondence from D. F. MacDonald discussing items belonging to Dr. Bell that are missing or stolen. Correspondence sent from Parry Sound, Ontario to the Geological Survey Headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

Daily journal; inscribed in front: A.R. Macdonell, Wood Mountain, April 23 1877; hand-written entries Cash accounts register at back of diary.

Incoming correspondence from William Armstrong regarding how to display his sketches. Correspondence sent from Toronto to Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

Incoming correspondence from William Armstrong requesting information on the best routes between Michipicoten and Moose Factory for sketching in the spring. Correspondence sent from Toronto, Ontario to Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

A document pertaining to the University of Manitoba that contains "the Act Respecting the University of Manitoba," 21 statutes, a list of bylaws and regulations, medals, and fees.

Incoming correspondence from F. Buller regarding missing books. Correspondence sent from St. Catherine Street, Montreal, Quebec to the Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal.

Many of the photographs appear to have been taken in conjunction with visits of medical teams to First Nations communities in Saskatchewan. These teams were working to diagnose and treat cases of tuberculosis - a disease that was extremely prevalent among the Indigenous peoples of western Canada during this period. This association is not made explicit in the album's captions, but there are a number of photographs of the Fort Qu'Appelle Sanatorium. Moreover, at least two of the individuals identified in the album may have been associated with the anti-tuberculosis campaign in Saskatchewan. Dr. R.G. Ferguson - Director of the Fort Qu'Appelle Sanatorium from 1917 to 1948 - was the province's leading tuberculosis researcher and administrator. Dr. Austin Simes, a collaborator of Ferguson, was appointed medical superintendent of the Qu'Appelle Indian Health Unit in 1929.

The R.S. Connell identified on the album’s first page may have worked with these men. C. Stuart Houston's biography of Ferguson mentions the significant contribution to the anti-tuberculosis programme made by Robert S. Connell and his brother, James. Houston writes that "[t]he story begins in early 1923, when Robert S. Connell was on staff as 'assistant technician, x-ray'…. Later, Robert's brother James was also hired.… The two Connell brothers had a natural talent for radiography. Robert pioneered the makeshift methods for taking a portable generator and x-ray machine to the File Hills Indian Reserve and to Indian schools for Dr. A.B. Simes." (R.G. Ferguson: Crusader against tuberculosis, Toronto: Hannah Institute, 1991, p. 103).

This generator may be captured in one of the images. Mr. Connell certainly appears to have travelled to the two places most prominently featured in the album: Lac la Ronge and Beauval. Houston notes on page 98 of his book that Dr. Simes and Mr. Connell flew to these communities in 1937.

The album also contains photographs from other Saskatchewan communities, including Ile-a-la-Crosse, Lebret, Onion Lake, Montreal Lake, Piapot Reserve, Little Pines Reserve, and Red Pheasant Reserve. Also present are a number of postcards and other reproductions capturing scenes from Fort Walsh and the North-west Rebellion of 1885.

An invitation to a lecture on “Manitoba and the Northwest Territories with special reference to the Saskatchewan District and the Indian Tribes” by the Bishop of Saskatchewan. The lecture was held in the Railway Committee Room of the House of Commons on February 14, 1878. The invitation was created on February 12, 1878, in Ottawa and printed by the Free Press Print. The Bishop of Saskatchewan druing this time was John McLean.

Newspaper clipping of a stone archway with a child standing underneath. Caption reads "Old Archway, Blackgate".

Informational booklet about Manitoba and the Northwest Territories, created [by or in conjunction with] Charles John [C. J.] Brydges, Hudson's Bay Company Land Commissioner.

"The attention of two continents is now earnestly directed to the great wheat fields and cattle raising districts in the British possessions in Manitoba and the North-West. It is intended in these pages to give some information about that country, and to point out the great advantages which will result to those who desire to settle upon those prolific lands."

Includes:
The Extent of the Territory; The Productiveness of the Soil; Coarse Grains, Root Crops and Vegetables; Cattle Raising; Climate; Water Supply; Means of Inter-communication; Present Settlements; Map of the Territory [description of map only - mentioned map is not present]; Timber and Fuel Supply; Coal; Experience of Settlers; Cost of Transport for Crop; Government Grants of Land; School System; How to Reach the Country; Hints as to Capital Required; Hudson's Bay Company Farming Lands for Sale; City and Town Lots; "Schedule of lands belonging to the Hudson's Bay Company in fractional townships"; and Schedule of farms fronting on the Red and Assiniboine Rivers".

A stereoscopic photograph of Fort Macleod possibly taken in the spring.

Incoming correspondence from Alex Matheson regarding his search for a book for Dr. Bell. Correspondence sent from West Lynne, Manitoba to the Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

Incoming correspondence from S.K. Parson discussing a ship that sunk at York, but everyone made it on shore safely. Parson also provides his candid opinion about documents that got mixed up involving the Bishop and appointed Secretary. Correspondence sent from Moose Factory, Ontario to the Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

Incoming correspondence from S.K. Parson describing a trip to Winnipeg. Correspondence sent from Moose Factory, Ontario to the Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

A photograph of Fort Ellice in Manitoba. Mounted on a Notman and Fraser mount, but not a Notman and Fraser photograph.

A Photograph of Railway Workers. Group of men posing for the photographer standing in front of two tents and 2 horses.

A stereoscopic photo captioned “part of Regina, N.W.T.” Features part of a town and a group of men standing outside of a building with a cart.

A photograph of a possible hunting party near Edmonton (dealer’s description). Features men (some holding guns) standing around several pack horses.

A sepia-toned photograph of an aen charet, or Red River cart, pulled by a horse and stopped in front of a clothing store. A First Nations man is standing behind the horse while holding a rifle, a child is standing in the cart, and a woman is standing behind the cart with her arm on the child's shoulder. Several white men are watching from the boardwalk, one of them holding a child. Location and date estimate are dealer-provided.

Place: Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario

From: F.D. Algoma

To: Townley

Details: 4 pp

Notes: A letter from F.D. Fauquier, Bishop of Algoma, to Reverend Adam Townley. In this short note, the bishop thanks Rev. Townley for his donation to the mission fund. Bishop Fauquier also congratulates Rev. Townley on returning to a parish that he previously served.

A Photograph of Railway Workers. Group of men posing for the photographer, some are riding horses

A partially filled in printed registry receipt. Neither the date nor the post office is filled in, but the postal stamp is for Buffalo, N.Y. May 3, 1880. Rev. Adam Townley, P.S. Shenstone, Brantford Ont. Signed by Juo. M. Bedford.

Two rare photographs of the Manitoba and North-Western Railway.
The first photo is titled "Valley of Assiniboine River & Manitoba and North-Western Railway". Portage La Prairie, Man. 1880s. Albumen print. 13" X 16", edge to edge. Small ticket of photographer J.F. Rowe posted on the rear.
The other photo is titled "Passenger Station and General Offices (Portage La Prairie), Manitoba and North-Western Railway. Albumen print. 13" X 16", edge to edge. Small ticket of photographer J.F. Rowe posted on the rear.
The Manitoba and North-Western Railway was granted a charter in 1882. Before being bought out by CPR, they operated from 1883 - 1891. The M. & N.W. Railway built their main line between Portage La prairie and Yorkton, Saskatchewan.

Contains a handwritten record of various goods received at an unnamed disembarkation point – likely a Canadian Pacific Railway station. Each entry identifies the item, as well as the associated date, quantity and the sender of the item.

The additionally enclosed receipts are from the Canadian Pacific Railway Co. Store Department; one is blank, but has its reverse used to tally up an order, while the other is partially filled out.

A booklet in German titled “Allgemeine Waisen-Verordnung der Gemeinde Chortik, Eastern Reserve, Manitoba” which translates to “General Ordinance for Orphans of the Municipality of [Chortik], Eastern Reserve, Manitoba.” The booklet was published by the Northwest Publishing Company in Winnipeg, Manitoba and written by K.L. Frans Dück in 1880. The booklet, when translated to English, outlines guidelines created by a group of Mennonites who immigrated to Manitoba, regarding special property and inheritance regulations with regard to the benefit of orphans.

Pocock's diary for 1881. Though the diary is printed for the year of 1880, Pocock used it to record his activities and other events for 1881. On the first page is written, "My diary is that for 1881 and all dates must be altered for 1880." It consists of short, occasional handwritten entries; one tipped in document of Pocock's confirmation for 10 May 1881; one tipped in original sketch by Pocock of the Logan Rocks at Tintagel Castle, Land's End in England; and handwritten records of his finances. Recorded entries include specific personal events such as his confirmation and his uncle George's death; lectures he attended at the School of Submarine Telegraphy; activities; church attendance; visits; travel logs such as going to see his father in London; work schedule at shipyards; and jokes. He records his cash accounts at the back of the diary.

List of goods purchased including two hams, 45 lbs flour, ten prunes, ten apples. Total cost of $14.16.

A certificate of first communion for Marie Josephine, dated June 12, 1881. The communion was performed at the St. Boniface Cathedral by Monseigneur Alexandre-Antonin Taché, a Canadian Roman Catholic priest, and the Archbishop of the St. Boniface. All the text on the certificate, which includes written and printed words, is in French. The text at the top of the certificate reads “Souvenir Précieux à L'âme Fidèle'' which translates in English to “Precious Memory for the Faithful Soul.” Beneath this text is a printed image of a priest offering communion to several young women veiled and dressed in white.

A letter from John Maclean, Bishop of Saskatchewan on February 28, 1881 to Lee Jardine. The letter is a request for donations to Emmanuel College. The letter is signed on bishopric letterhead.

Incoming correspondence from Walton Haydon discussing specimens. Discusses the dry spring and lack of butterflies for study. Correspondence sent from Moose Factory, Ontario to the Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

Incoming correspondence from G. S. McConnell asking advice on land use. Correspondence sent from Touchwood Hills, Saskatchewan to Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

Scrapbook consists of typewritten diary accounts for the years of 1882-1884. Cuttings and lithographs are either pasted or tipped in. Loose diary entries and letters are contained in envelopes, which are tipped in intermittently throughout the scrapbook.
Scrapbook contains:
Photographs of graves on C.P.R. construction; voyage across Atlantic in 1882; and Lake Superior.
Diary accounts of Pocock aboard the "Peruvian" for a cross-Atlantic passage (approximately 89 pages of loose, handwritten entries); "Narrative of occurrences from the date of my departure from England to the end of the year 1882" (typewritten, with sketches, clippings, and maps); "Narrative to replace diary of the year 1883 which was stolen at Prince Albert N.W.T. in 1886 (1887)" (handwritten, with imprint cuttings, map, and sketches); and "Narrative to replace diary stolen at Prince Albert in 1886, of the events of my life during the year 1884 (1887)" (handwritten, with interspersed imprint cuttings, letters, maps, and sketches).
Imprint cuttings of Alexandria; 1000 islands; R.H. Lindsay sketches of Quebec; animals; Port Arthur architecture; Lake Winnipeg; and the North-West (Red River to Hudson's Bay).
Sketches of Ontario and Quebec ("Sketches made from 'Picturesque Canada' during my convalescence in Prince Albert N.W.T. at the time of the Rebellion - Spring 1885").
Letters to his father and mother.

Incoming correspondence from S.K. Parson who writes to say he has enclosed the remaining $54.83 owed to Dr. Bell. Correspondence sent from Hudson's Bay House, Montreal to the Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

List of short descriptions of townships in Manitoba, Keewatin and the North-West Territories extracted from surveyors' reports in 1882. The descriptions generally relate to the geographical features and the suitability for farming of each township. The townships are located in the electoral districts of Provencher, Lisgar, Selkirk, Keewatin, Marquette East, Marquette West, and the North-West Territories. Many, but not all, of the townships in the listed ranges are described and listed in numerical order.

Contents:
Ranges East of the 1st Principal Meridian [Range I - Range XXXI]; Ranges West of the 1st Principal Meridian [Range I - Range XXXIV].

Incoming correspondence from Alex Matheson explaining the delay in responding to Dr. Bell's questions regarding the habits of animals. He was not able to send a response because the most reliable hunters were not yet in. Correspondence sent from Rat Portage, Ontario to Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

Incoming correspondence from S.K. Parson regarding accounts against Dr. Bell, but were already paid and collected. Correspondence sent from Hudson's Bay House, Montreal to the Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

I – La Culture du Ble, II – La Destruction du Chiendent et de Quelques autres mauvaises herbes, III – La Culture du Tabac, IV – Les Semences

Fragment of a map of Canada, focusing on Saskatchewan, Assiniboia, Manitoba, and surrounding area.

A collection of documents relating to Bylaws 135, 136, 183, and 424 regarding "vehicles used in the conveyance of passengers for hire" as well as "vehicles used in transporting goods, wares, merchandize, or any article or thing." Includes a printing of Bylaw 183 from June 26, 1882, which repeals Bylaws 135 and 136, a printing of Bylaw 424 from October 22, 1888, which amends Bylaw 183, and two printed cards listing tariff amounts for the various types of services. All documents include a map of the "First Division" of the City of Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Incoming correspondence from G. S. McConnell discussing sections of land at Round Plains and expectations to open a telegraph office in one month's time. Correspondence sent from Touchwood Hills, Saskatchewan to Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.