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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."

Contains correspondence to Robert Bell from A. MacDonald. Correspondence contains personal communications regarding supplies and provisions. Correspondence sent from Hudson's Bay Company Fort Albany to the Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

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.

Contains correspondence to Robert Bell from A. MacDonald. Correspondence contains personal communications regarding missing items belonging to Dr. Bell. Correspondence sent from Parry Sound, Ontario to the 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.

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

Contains correspondence to Robert Bell from William Armstrong. Correspondence contains personal communications regarding drawings and sketches. Correspondence sent from Toronto, Ontario to the Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec. William Armstrong (1822-1914) immigrated to Canada from Ireland in 1851. He was a railway engineer and enjoyed painting and sketching. More information on William Armstrong can be found in the Canadian Encyclopaedia.

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.

Contains correspondence to Robert Bell from F. Buller. Correspondence contains personal communications regarding missing books. Correspondence sent from Montreal, Quebec to the Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

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.

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".

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

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

An Anglican minister and missionary in Canada, Rev. Adam Townley was also co-editor of the "Churchman's Friend," a 16-page monthly publication that sought to promote and defend high church theology. With his colleague and co-editor Reverend Edward H. Dewar, Rev. Townley released the first issue in October 1855 from Paris, Canada West. Production soon moved to Windsor, Canada West. Publication ceased in 1857, after a short and controversial run. Rev. Townley was also step-father to Rev. C.E. Thomson, himself the successor to Rev. John Smithurst at St. John the Evangelist church in Elora. It is presumably this relationship that led to his correspondence being included in the Rev. Smithurst collection acquired by Bruce Peel Special Collections at the University of Alberta.

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.

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.

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

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.

Incoming correspondence from G. S. McConnell discussing land held and the possibility of an inspection and report. States that he is sorry he was not present when Mr. Purcell visited the area. Correspondence sent from Touchwood Hills, Saskatchewan to Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

Regulations and prize list for the Ninth Provincial Exhibition held by the Manitoba Board of Agriculture in Portage la Prairie from 1-6 October, 1883. Also includes program of events for the Exhibition. Categories to be judged include livestock, agricultural products, handcrafted products, and school work.

Contents:
List of Officers and Board; Programme; Regulations; Transportation; Prize List.

Prize List:
Horses; Cattle; Sheep; Pigs; Poultry; Dogs; Manufactures; Agricultural Products; Horticultural Products; Dairy Products; Domestic Manufactures; Fine Arts; Natural History and Mineralogy; Education; Leather Work; Ladies' Work; Plants and Flowers; Bands ["Best Band of Music"]; Essays; List of Exhibitions in Province; List of Exhibitions elsewhere; Advertisements.

Additionally includes a blank entry form on attached perforated sheet at front of booklet, a pre-addressed envelope for the entry form, and several print advertisements for various local businesses. The final advertisement ["10 Reasons Why Everybody Should Buy the "Chatham" Wagon"] is printed on a folded pink page attached at end of booklet.

Incoming correspondence from G. S. McConnell discussing his willingness to take on work as resident manager while retaining his current position. Correspondence sent from Touchwood Hills, Saskatchewan to Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

Incoming correspondence from Alex Matheson discussing provisions, canoes, and the mining industry in Manitoba. Correspondence sent from Rat Portage, Ontario to the Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

A pair of sepia toned photographs of coal miners and mining equipment around Galt Mines. The North Western Coal and Navigation Company, formed by Sir Alexander Tilloch Galt, operated in the area of what is now Lethbridge, Alberta. Captioned photo reads "Job of Coal Chutes and part of Lethbridge."

A sepia-toned photograph of a building with men, boys, horses, and horse-drawn wagons outside. The boys appear to be loading newspapers into one of the wagons, and there is paper mess on the dirt road, mostly in front of the door to the building. Other distant buildings are visible in the background.

Report regarding agricultural products from Manitoba exhibited at the Dominion Exhibition, held in Saint John, New Brunswick, and at the American Exposition, held in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1883. Includes lists of the products exhibited, the names of exhibitors, and flattering "Press Comments on Manitoba Exhibits" [from both N.B. and Mass. news sources].

Incoming correspondence from G. S. McConnell discussing sections of land available. Correspondence sent from Touchwood Hills, Saskatchewan to Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

Incoming correspondence from G. S. McConnell discussing Dr. Bell's upcoming visit. Correspondence sent from Qu'Appelle, Saskatchewan to Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

Incoming correspondence from Alex Matheson discussing provisions, canoes, and the mining industry in Manitoba. Correspondence sent from Rat Portage, Ontario to the Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

Contains correspondence to Robert Bell from A. Calder. Correspondence contains personal communications regarding an estimate for a carriage. Correspondence sent from Winnipeg, Manitoba to the Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

Incoming correspondence from A. Calder regarding Dr. Bell’s estimate enquiry amounting to between $125-$150, depending on the supply and demand of horses. Conditions of the roads are estimated to not be too bad. Correspondence sent from Winnipeg, Manitoba to the Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

Three photographs of Indigenous women with babies in carriers. First photograph features a baby in board baby carrier with ornate beadwork. The second features a mother with her child in a board baby carrier with plaid and striped cover and tumpline support strap across forehead. The third features a women with child in baby belt tumpline and plain blanket. On each mounting board is written “Hall & Lowe – 499 Main Street, Winnipeg”

Contains correspondence to Robert Bell from G. S. McConnell. Correspondence contains personal communications regarding land use and settlements in the Touchwood Hills area. Correspondence sent from Touchwood Hills and Qu'Appelle, Saskatchewan to the Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

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.

Handwritten letter from Roger Pocock in Regina to his father in Ontario. Roger describes his duties at the NWMP post in Regina; discusses the discipline, his superiors and fellow recruits, etc. He provides a colorful account of his ride on an Indian pony.

A handwritten letter from Roger Pocock in Regina to his mother in Ontario. Among other things, Roger talks about taking up tea drinking, his dislike of the Sergeant Major, and the costs of his living expenses.

A handwritten letter from Roger Pocock in Regina to his sister Ethel [in Ontario]. He talks about a manuscript he is sending her, along with his Christmas greetings.

A handwritten letter from Roger Pocock in Regina to his mother in Ontario. He asks for photographs to be sent from home, with a promise to send some of himself to his family too. He talks about the upcoming Christmas Day plans, his general contentment with his life at the NWMP post, and describes in some detail the task of being on guard duty; a small sketch of the guard room, prison and court is included with the letter.

The president’s report from the annual meeting of the Qu’Appelle Valley Farming Co. Limited, proprietors of the Bell Farm, on January 9, 1884, in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The report was printed by the “Times” Steam Book and Job Printing House. The report covers various subjects such as cultivation, improvements, the town site, squatters, expenditure and receipts, and a colonization scheme.

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.

A handwritten letter from Roger Pocock in Regina to his mother in Ontario. Roger describes his Christmas day, and goes on to discuss in detail his activities, books he is reading, names of the officers at the Post, and comments on the family pictures he was sent, etc.

Incoming correspondence from S. K. Parson noting that his son has been ill with diphtheria. Correspondence sent from Hudson's Bay House, Montreal to the Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

Envelope probably originally tacked in 1885 scrapbook with Roger's November and December letters. On the envelope is written: "Letters of November & December 1884 My first two months in the Force". Included also are two bland and torn envelopes.

A handwritten letter from R.P. to his father. Roger is enroute from Ontario to the west, travelling through the United States and then on through Manitoba, stopping at Winnipeg. He describes the scenery he encounters on his trip, and is writing on the eve of reporting for duty to the NWMP fort at Winnipeg.

"Being a Sermon preached in Knox Church, Winnipeg, July 16th, 1884, at the opening of the First Synod of Manitoba and the North-West Territories, by the Moderator, Reverend Professor George Bryce, LL.D., by request of Synod."

A review of some of the work of the Presbyterian Church in Canada. Provides some of the ecclesiastical history of the Presbyterian Church in Canada, from its earliest beginnings to "Its [the Presbyterian Church's] Childhood"; "Its Youth"; and "Our Majority" [the increasing number of families belonging to the Presbytery].

Additional sections include:
"Be a Preaching Church - Preach the Word" - regarding the importance of preaching the word of God.
"Be a Church for the Times" - regarding adapting the teachings of the church to the times.
"Be a Faithful, Not a Time-Serving, Church - Reprove, Rebuke, Exhort" - regarding the importance of righteousness and purity in the church.
"Be an Aggressive Church" - regarding the need for missionaries and evangelism in the church.

Two letters written by Henry Somers-Cocks and one written by A. H. Eckford. The letters describe homestead life, including travel, hunting, camping, food, and general updates on life in Pense, Saskatchewan (formerly Pense, Assiniboia).

Incoming correspondence from S.K. Parson discussing a map of Moose River he sketched for Dr. Bell and not making corrections on the topography because he did not trust himself to make them from memory. Correspondence sent from Hudson's Bay House, Montreal to the Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

A handwritten letter from Roger Pocock in Regina to his father in Ontario. Roger comments on his father's last letter, and goes on to describe his activities at the NWMP fort and comments about the community of Regina. Included is a sketch of the barracks and buildings at the NWMP fort at Regina.

"To the Supply Officer: Required for Transport Service, North-West Field Force".

Blank, undated supply order form for the North-West Field Force [NWFF] Transport Office, Qu'Appelle Station. Dotted line present at bottom left for signature of transport officer. Unsigned.

A Second Supplement report from May 5, 1885, in Regina, Saskatchewan. The report outlines the battle at Battleford and the attack on Poundmaker’s Reserve where 100 Indigenous people were killed. On the back of the report, there is information about Lord Dufferin’s resignation and a funeral for two men.

Incoming correspondence from S. K. Parson discussing his displeasure with having to serve jury duty. Correspondence sent from Hudson's Bay House, Montreal to the Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

A handwritten letter from Roger Pocock in Regina to his father in Ontario. Roger talks about how he is out of the Quartermaster's Store, and describes his current duties of stable work and prison guarding, etc. He discusses rumors about Riel and a potential rebellion, promising to write more as he learns further details.

A handwritten letter sent to Roger Pocock from family members in [Brockville], Ontario. Family members each wrote one page of the letter, and they include: [Olivia] Pocock, sister Ethel, sister Daisy, and sister Hilda.

A watercolour sketch by Pocock of the NWMP Barracks in Prince Albert in 1885. Depicts an unknown man in uniform standing at a distance in front of the barracks.

The booklet was issued by the Hudson’s Bay Company regarding the appointment of Lord Anson as a director, the reelection of three other directors, including Governor Eden Colvile. Comments by Donald Smith, having recently driven the last spike, Canadian Pacific Railway.

Six photographs taken at or around Fort Qu’Appelle. Each photograph has a description on the back. Descriptions: “A Barber’s Emporium, Riel Rebellion. Page 31 Scarlet & Gold 13th Annual, Legislature Library,” “Lebret Mission Fort Qu’Appelle,” “The Tenth Royals E.R. Transportation Riel Rebellion 10th Royals Toronto,” “Certainly. The Tenth Royals at Fort Qu’Appelle E.R.,” “Winnipeg Cavalry Troop escorting 12th Battalion out of Fort Qu’Appelle 1885,” “Winnipeg Cavalry Troops at Fort Qu’Appelle Rebellion 1885.” Underneath each photograph is “Entered According to Act of parliament of Canada in the Year 1885 by Prof. Buell in the Office of the Minister of Agriculture.”

Incoming correspondence from S.K. Parson discussing missing someone due to the wreck of the “Labrador”, and having escaped the smallpox outbreak. Correspondence sent from Hudson's Bay House, Montreal to the Geological Survey headquarters in Montreal, Quebec.

A handwritten letter from Roger Pocock in Prince Albert to his sister Daisy in Ontario. His letter teases Daisy about how out of place he would be back in Ontario, and he describes his crutches, clothing, and general boredom while he waits for his foot and mobility to recover.

A handwritten letter from Roger Pocock at Prince Albert to his father in Ontario. In the letter, Roger talks about the study of the bible as a scientific exercise, discusses the Egyptian pyramids, and talks about his lack of desire to settle down. The last part of the letter appears to be missing.

A handwritten letter from Roger Pocok in [Prince Albert] to his mother in Ontario. Roger writes about new NWMP recruits, and changes of command within the NWMP. The letter is written in two parts, and the second part of the letter is dated 15 September, but may have actually been written 15 October. Roger talks about his inability, for a variety of reasons, to come home to Ontario to be nursed for the winter. He also describes some of the crime in the community and problems with some of the members of the Force.

A handwritten letter from Roger Pocock in Prince Albert to his mother in Ontario. Roger describes the winter quarters the NWMP are moving to, including a different building used as their hospital. Roger also discusses clothing he has purchased, his pay, the NWMP Post lay-out, and native customs and clothing. The last part of the letter is missing.

Dominion of Canada department of the interior. The bearer hereof is entitled to an allowance of ….. Dollars in any purchase of dominion lands. Issued at the department of the Interior, Ottawa … 18 authority of the order of the hon. The Privy Council. Dated the 20th of April 1885. Boldly written over in red ink: “Specimen for agent. Manitoba supplementary half breed scrip.” There are a number of these scrips this one has an engraved vignette of 5 deer at its centre.

Handwritten letter from Roger Pocock with a NWMP detachment in Regina to his [sister] Ethel. Only the first two pages of the letter are extant.

A handwritten letter from Roger Pocock in Regina to his mother in Ontario. He discusses the loss of his manuscript which the NWMP did not approve of, and goes on to describe in detail his fellow 'chums' at the Regina NWMP post, including a Charlie Sinclair who served in 1874 with the Wolseley expedition.

A handwritten letter from Roger Pocock in Regina to his father in Ontario. Roger is about to depart from the NWMP fort at Regina, en route for Qu'appelle with a party of other NWMP constables. Two small sketches of a marching patrolman (Pocock) and the Fort is included in the written letter.

A handwritten letter from Roger Pocock in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan to his mother in Ontario. This letter provides a detailed account of Roger's journey with NWMP troops travelling from Regina to Fort Qu'appelle and on to Prince Albert. While on this journey, Roger froze the toes of his right foot and is under medical supervision as he writes, describing the great pain he is experiencing. He includes a small map showing the route from Regina to Prince Albert.

A composite handwritten letter from Roger Pocock at Prince Albert to his mother in Ontario. Pocock is confined to a sick bed, while he recovers from having five toes of his right foot amputated due to frostbite. His letter is full of details about fellow NWMP force members, and he talks about his hoped-for reorganization of the Force; his observations of their skirmishes, marches, and dress, and asks for reading material to be sent to him while he recovers. Roger describes the march, his bout of frostbitten feet, toe amputations, skirmish at Duck Lake, and his days healing from the surgery.

A handwritten letter from Roger Pocock in Prince Albert to his father in Ontario. Roger continues to be in sick bay in the "detachment station 1 1/2 miles from Fort Prince Albert" as he recovers from his toe amputation surgery. His letter is long and filled with his observations, comments, and responses to questions his parents have asked him in earlier letters.

A handwritten letter from Roger Pocock in Prince Albert to his [mother] in Ontario. He writes about his preparations to leave Prince Albert, and lists the items in his kit, and is making arrangements to send books and papers back to family in Ontario.

A handwritten page of an incomplete letter written by Roger Pocock probably to a family member; on this page Roger describes the winter landscape, discusses his sketching, and talks about the sound of "retreat" at sunset.

A letter from N. D. Flood addressed to Henry [James Morgan]. The letter was stamped on May 7, 1885. The letter discusses military drills and some legal business. The letter is presumably from Nicholas Flood Davin, a lawyer, journalist, and politician, the first MP for Assiniboia West, and one of the architects of the Canadian residential school system.