The Cultural & Historical events represented by this collection provide a sampling of the activities that so defined life on the Prairies.
Program for a performance held at St. Paul’s Parish Hall, [Winnipeg?]. Presented by the Canadian Buffaloes’ Club.
Program for a private recital held at the Music and Arts Auditorium, [Winnipeg?].
Program for an event held at Young Church, [Winnipeg]. This program features a B&W photo of young woman in graduation cap and gown.
Program for a recital held at Chalmers Church and Isaac Brock School, Winnipeg. This program is for both afternoon and evening performances.
Program of the 21st annual excursion to Churchill, MB beginning at Dauphin, MB. Organized by the Dauphin Chamber of Commerce.
Three (3) programs for the Edmonton “Pops” Orchestra “Pop” Concert. All printed by Co-op Press Limited, Edmonton, AB.
Program for the Calgary Stampede. Contents include event listings for each day’s events interspersed with literary pieces and histories of aspects of cattle ranching.
Program for the operetta “Hansel and Gretel.” Front cover contains a hand-drawn picture of a gingerbread house surrounded by trees, with two gingerbread figures on either side of the house. Front cover reads: "Hansel and Gretel - AN Operetta - Music by: E. Humperdinck, Composer - Berta Elsmith, Author - Presented by - The 'McDougall Singing Club' - McDougall School Auditorium - 107 St. 109 Ave. 8:00 PM. May 4 & 5 1950 - By permission of Publishers C.C.Birchard &Co.-Boston, U.S.A." Interior of the program contains the information on the acts, the actors, the characters, and the stage crew. The back of the program contains a thank you note from the McDougall Singing Club to its contributors. Took place in Edmonton, AB.
The program for the City of Calgary’s Commemoration Services on the occasion of Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation. Held in Victoria Park, Calgary, AB on June 2, 1953. Printed in Canada by John D. McAra of Calgary. The program’s front cover features a photograph of Queen Elizabeth II printed in purple ink. The back cover features the City of Calgary’s coat of arms, also printed in purple. The program consisted of events held at 12:30pm and later at 8pm, with speeches, music, dances, prayer, and fireworks.
Program for the seventh annual Freemasonry reunion at the Moose Jaw Lodge of Perfection. It is bound in a blue/purple cover with copper-coloured lettering indicating the title of the event and the organization’s logo. The program includes details of the event and a list of members and candidates. Each page is framed by an ornate blue margin around the content.
Title reads: "Canadian Postmasters Association (B.C. and Yukon Branch) Twenty-Seventh Annual Conference." Below this is a pixelated picture of a hotel set next to a roadway. Below the picture it reads: "Leon Hotel, Port Moody, B.C. June 4th, 5th, 6th, 1962. Souvenir Programme." The back cover is blank. The interior is printed on regular paper stock, and details the day to day itinerary of the conference. Also includes various advertisements for sponsors of the conference, as well as a President’s Message on the second page.
Program titled: "Welcome Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan Motorcade and Souvenir Picnic Programme, Souvenir Program, 1886 Vancouver’s Golden Jubilee 1936." Front cover contains an elaborate drawing depicting cars along a route in the prairies to Vancouver, and another drawing depicting those same cars entering Vancouver. Drawing has been done in green ink. Back cover is blank. Interior contains advertisements for various activities and services in Vancouver, a welcome address by the mayor of Vancouver, and a programme and daily schedule of events from July 11-19th.
Program for a July 13th performance by the Edmonton Pops Orchestra at the Sales pavilion. Includes musical program, acknowledgements, and an Eaton’s advertisement on the last page.
Letter from Clayborne Stewart, at the Buffalo Hotel in Red Deer AB, to Louise Taylor of Calgary. Provides life updates and discusses plans for visiting her.
Sans titreHandwritten letter from Clayborne Stewart, at the Buffalo Hotel in Red Deer AB, to Louise Taylor of Calgary. Describes an evening on the town with his friend Hank, involving drinking beer, going bowling and sampling coffee at different cafes.
Sans titreLetter from Clayborne Stewart, at the Buffalo Hotel in Red Deer AB, to Louise Taylor of Calgary. Very affectionate. Mentions calling on the jewellery store at which they selected her wedding ring.
Sans titreLetter from Clayborne Stewart, at the Buffalo Hotel in Red Deer AB, to Louise Taylor of Calgary. Replies to her letters, reflecting with humour on the complaints that come with his age. Describes possible plans for her to visit for a party in Red Deer.
Sans titreLetter from Clayborne Stewart, at the Buffalo Hotel in Red Deer AB, to Louise Taylor of Calgary. Mentions having received the insurance papers for her wedding ring. States that she made a good impression at the party the weekend prior and jokes about the rowdiness.
Sans titreLetter from Clayborne Stewart, at the Buffalo Hotel in Red Deer AB, to Louise Taylor of Calgary. States that he will not be able to see her for three weeks due to a busy time at work, but that he loves and misses her. Mentions having changed rooms at the hotel.
Sans titreLetter from Clayborne Stewart, at the Buffalo Hotel in Red Deer AB, to Louise Taylor of Calgary. Describes missing her. Mentions having “looked at the dresses,” presumably wedding dresses.
Sans titreLetter from Clayborne Stewart, at the Buffalo Hotel in Red Deer AB, to Louise Taylor of Calgary. Mentions having received a watch and socks for her. Invites her to visit.
Sans titreLetter from Clayborne Stewart, at the Buffalo Hotel in Red Deer AB, to Louise Taylor of Calgary. Mentions planning to get his blood test done in preparation for their wedding, and urges her to do the same. States that his holidays begin on Monday, at which point he will make his way to Calgary in order to finalize arrangements for the wedding. “Make the best of your last few days of freedom.”
Sans titreSt. Patrick’s Day card from Clayborne Stewart, at Camp Borden Ontario, to his wife Louise Stewart in Red Deer, Alberta. “For you, darlin’, on St. Patrick’s Day.”
Sans titreFreemason bulletin sent to Clayborne Stewart. Main article: “The Employment of the Lodge Member.” Describes duties of Freemasons. Second article: “Between the Pillars: A Light Set Upon a Hill” describes the role of Freemasonry in society.
Sans titrePhotographic studio portrait of a young girl wearing a sailor’s outfit and holding a stuffed animal. Black and white.
Sans titreStudio portrait of a woman wearing glasses and a locket. Signed “Love, Gerdie.” Black and white.
Sans titreWedding portrait of a bride and groom [Louise and Clayborne Stewart?] with their maid of honour and best man. The men are wearing military uniforms.
Sans titreBlack and white studio portrait of a baby. Signed “Love Trudy.” Inscribed “3 months 1 day.”
Sans titreStudio portrait of a boy, signed “Love, Dexter.” “To Zen & Clay” He is sitting on a table, with one leg hanging off and the other crossed beneath him.
Studio portrait of a baby boy with his mouth open. Black and white. Inscribed on the back, “Donald Wayne Patten 5 months.”
Colourized studio portrait of a girl with dark hair wearing a red blazer and transparent-framed glasses.
Black and white school portrait of a boy with blond hair. Inscribed “10 yrs.” Appears to be the “Dexter” pictured in other photos in this file, and who sent greeting cards to the Stewarts.
Card issued by the Banff Citizens’ Rehabilitation Committee to Clayborne Stewart, honouring him for his service in WWII and offering their assistance with his rehabilitation into civilian life. Committee members are listed on the back.
Sans titreBooklet created by the Calgary Rotary Club including the lyrics to 101 popular, Christian and Christmas songs, presumably for singing along at meetings.
Sans titreBirthday card with a humorous verse beginning “now who the devil sent me this.” Signed “Pinky + Stinky.” No addressee mentioned, but presumably Clayborne or Louise Stewart.
Birthday card, signed “Darj + Bill.” Recipient not named, but presumably Louise Stewart. Features a verse with cartoon images of a woman remarking with humorous tone on how she’s changed since she was a baby.
Valentines card from Louise Stewart to her husband Clayborne. Inscribed, “To my D-dy. All my love, Louise.”
Sans titreBirthday card from Louise Stewart to her husband Clayborne. Inscription reads, “Here $10.00 toward an electric razor but got you these blades to use in the meantime haha. All my love, Louise.” Card features a rhyming verse and is illustrated with cartoon animals in love.
Sans titreChristmas card inscribed “Love, Harry, Ethel & family.” Recipient not named, but presumably Clayborne and Louise Stewart. Card is in the shape of an envelope, and contains a song sheet within, with a brief history of Christmas carols and lyrics and music to 4 popular carols.
Valentine’s Day card from Clayborne Stewart to his wife Louise. Inscribed “Till we meet, Love, Clay”
Sans titreDaughter’s birthday card inscribed “From Mother, May 10, 1929.” Recipient not named, but presumably Louise Taylor (later Stewart).
Christmas card with letter written on it from Louise (Zenobia) Stewart’s mother in Vancouver BC. Card is signed “with Love, from Ruthi and mama Lyon (and Emil).” Letter within apologizes for not having written since moving to BC. Mentions growing slow due to age. States that Emil is staying with her, as the loggers are unable to work due to snow. A Swedish man and a young couple are also rooming with her. Mentions high unemployment in Vancouver. States that she is currently working in a café.
Valentine’s day card from Louise Stewart to her husband Clayborne. Inscribed “Yep that’s right, sure do. All my love, Louise,” in reference to the text of the card “Mama loves Papa!” Includes a popup of two cartoon animals embracing.
Sans titreWedding anniversary card from Louise Stewart to her husband Clayborne. For their fourth anniversary. Inscribed “May 7/51, All my love, Louise.” Front has a watercolour-style illustration of a spaniel dog.
Sans titreValentine’s Day card from Louise Stewart to her husband Clayborne. Text within reads “Gosh! I’m glad you’re mine for keeps and I can see you every day! How can I be so sure of that? Well, Honey, try and get away!” Inscribed “And that’s for D- sure. Feb 14/49. All my love, Louise.” Includes a cartoon which depicts a man with a ball and chain around his ankle being embraced by a woman.
Sans titreBirthday card from Clayborne Stewart to his wife Louise. Inscribed “Happy birthday, Love Clay.”
Sans titreBelated birthday card, presumably for Clayborne or Louise Stewart, signed “Trudy, Dolly + Les.” Depicts a cartoon raccoon who explains that the birthday card was late due to overconsuming alcohol in an effort to toast the recipient.
Christmas card from the Buffalo Hotel staff in Red Deer AB to Clayborne and Louise Stewart. Note within inscribed “To Clay + Louise from the Buffalo Hotel Staff.”
Sans titreGet well card inscribed “Red Deer Masonic Lodge [illegible].” Front has a rabbit with pipecleaner ears, and the card’s text reads “Hope you feel better. A bunny rabbit’s mostly ears and right now I am too— Just waitin’ ‘round to hear the news that you feel good as new.” Presumably for Clayborne or Louise Stewart.
Valentine’s Day card from Louise Stewart to her husband Clayborne. Unfolds several times to reveal a verse and cartoons expressing that he is the only man she’d choose. Inscribed “Clay: Feb 14/48. As ever yours, Louise. All mine.”
Sans titreEaster card from Clayborne Stewart to his wife Louise. Inscribed “Love, Clay.” Includes illustrations of tulips and a verse.
Sans titreAdvertising document from the HBC, which notes the aspects of the HBC which make it a superior purchaser for furs.
An informational booklet supplied by HBC, and meant as an introductory text for novice fur trappers. The booklet provides tips on trapping, both general and specific to various types of animals, as well as information on the preparation of skins. Additionally enclosed is a postal envelope from the HBC, addressed to Ivan Diegel, of Craigmyle, Alberta.
An HBC brochure, listing the Company's raw fur buying agencies, and their addresses. The brochure is decorated with a photograph of aboriginal woman outside of a traditional dwelling.
A handwritten receipt from the HBC Fur Purchasing Agency, made out to [illegible] Diegel, which lists various animal furs and associated values. Additionally enclosed is a postal envelope from the HBC.
A shipping tag from the Singer Fur Co., meant to be cut out of the larger brochure. On the reverse of the brochure, price quotes for furs from various animals, as well as for Ginseng root, are provided, as are shipping instructions for any furs.
Advertising brochure from the HBC, which promotes the HBC department store in Calgary, as well of general tourism in Calgary. The brochure contains information on the types of items carried by the Bay department store and recommendations for tourist activities in Calgary, as well as customs' information for American visitors to Canada.
1. Documents pertaining to Orvis Kennedy:
A) undated newspaper clipping of a 22.5 x 13 cm photograph of Orvis Kennedy standing at a podium behind a ballot counter. The caption reads "Tense Moment Between Ballots."
B) undated Edmonton Journal clipping; headline reads "Tough, folksy ‘backroom boy’ retains role with Socreds." Story written by Bob Bell; it describes then league president Mr. Kennedy’s changing role with the Social Credit Party. Story includes an uncredited photograph of the subject.
C) undated newspaper clipping; headline reads "Hustling Party Organizer in Cross-Country Race." Story describes Mr. Kennedy’s core role with the Social Credit Party; includes a portrait of the subject with the caption "Man in a Hurry."
D) holiday greeting card with a green cover that opens to a colour portrait of Orvis and Gladys Kennedy. Two notes handwritten in blue read "Eph 3:20" and "Loving by, Orvis & Gladys."
E) holiday greeting card with a colour photograph of Orvis and Mary Kennedy on the cover. Handwritten message inside the card reads "Very best wishes to you both; Orvis and Mary."
F) newspaper clipping [Edmonton Journal] dated Thursday, February 7, 1997; headline reads "South Side Merchant Social Credit Nominee." Story outlines food merchants win at the Social Credit nomination for the federal constituency of Edmonton-Strathcona and includes a photograph of Mr. Kennedy (national organizer and president of the Alberta Social Credit League) congratulating Sydney H. Thompson.
G) Edmonton Journal newsprint cover page dated Sept 6, 1972. Includes story on Orvis Kennedy’s retirement and a portrait of the subject.
H) obituary for Gladys Kennedy (1919-Nov 23 1995).
I) obituary for Orvis Kennedy (1908-1997).
J) undated Edmonton Journal column on the death and legacy of Orvis Kennedy. Includes a photograph of the subject with the caption "Kennedy was the organizational czar of the party from 1940 to the 1960s."
A) Two (2) 15 x 10cm pamphlets containing stanzas extolling the virtues of E.C. Manning. The cover contains the title "A Tribute to Hon. E. C. Manning," for his 50th birthday party to take place on Sept 30, 1958 at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium; credit given to Hon. A.J. Hooke. One copy has had the back cover partially ripped off while the second copy has had it completely removed and the cover is detached.
B) Edmonton Journal newsprint page dated Sept 27, 1968, p.85; headline- "New era beginning as premier retires." Fragile condition; ripped top.
C) Edmonton Journal newsprint front page dated Sept 27, 1968. Headline - "Manning Resigns." Includes large photograph of the subject at caucus. Fragile condition, several cut outs throughout the document.
D) Edmonton Journal newsprint dated Feb 25, 1996; A7; headline - "Alberta’s Master builder: Premier Ernest Manning presided over rebuilding of the province." A handwritten note on the top left corner contains funeral information. Commentary is a tribute to Mr. Manning and includes two photographs of him.
E) Duplicate of item D without the handwritten note.
F) Edmonton Journal cut out with a handwritten date as May 28, 1998; headline- "Moshing Manning: Preston’s Son is an alternative rocker." Includes a photograph of David Manning on stage and one of Preston Manning jamming with his son and nephew.
G) Edmonton Journal newsprint cut-out dated Sept 28, 1968; headline: "Manning hints retirement may bring new role solving social problems." Story includes a photograph of Preston Manning with a caption questioning whether he will follow his father’s footprints.
H) Newpaper clipping; headline: "Ernest Manning mourned;" colour photograph below headline depicts Preston Manning and mother Muriel following a service for Ernest Manning in Calgary’s First Alliance Church. Credit for the photograph is given to The Canadian Press. A handwritten note on the top right corner dates the clipping on Feb 24, 1996.
I) Edmonton Journal cut-out dated May 7, 1996; editorial headline- "Manning shows real leadership." Story outlines Preston Manning’s decision-making within the Reform Party.
J) Edmonton Journal cut-out, undated; headline- "The father of modern Alberta." Story outlines the subject’s prolific political career and impact on the province of Alberta; includes a large medium shot of the subject.
K) Edmonton Journal cut-out; undated; headline- "Socred caucus speaking with a younger voice." A photograph with the caption "Premier Manning with Dr. D.D. Bouvier…newly-elected Socred for Lac La Biche." Story elaborates on speculation regarding Preston Manning’s political role.
L) Edmonton Journal newsprint cut-out dated Oct 3, 1968, p18; headline- "She’d do it all over again, but dreams of the future." Includes a large portrait of Mrs. Manning with the following caption: "Mrs. Manning looks forward to retirement…husband’s announcement was happiest moment of her life."
M) Newspaper cut-out; undated; headline- "Suddenly, Social Credit was king: there was new hope in the land," author: Mark Lisak; Canadian Press. Story traces the origins and rise of the Social Credit Party in Alberta and includes a large photograph with the following caption: "Sen. Ernest Manning honors William Aberhart, 1976…in 1935 the whole world wondered at events in Alberta."
N) Edmonton Journal newsprint page dated Feb 20, 1996; A3; section headline- "Manning Remembered." Page contains fragments various columns and information about the late premier.
O) Edmonton Journal clipping; headline: "Ernest Manning mourned." Colour photograph below headline depicts Preston Manning and mother Muriel following a service for Ernest Manning in Calgary’s First Alliance Church. Credit for the photograph is given to The Canadian Press. A handwritten note on the top right corner dates the clipping on Feb 24, 1996.
P) Edmonton Journal clipping dated Oct 26, 1963; headline- "Premier, Mrs. Manning Impressed with Israel’s Great Progress." Includes a portrait of Mrs. Manning and a separate one of Ernest Manning. A handwritten note on the top left corner reads "Nice Picture of Mrs. Manning eh."
Q) 28.5 x 34.5 cm Edmonton Sun full newsprint page dated Feb 24, 1996; headline: "Manning laid to rest." B&W photograph below headline depicts family members, including Muriel Manning and son, Preston Manning, attending the funeral of Ernest Manning at Calgary’s First Alliance Church. Credit for the photograph is given to the Calgary Sun. Article below this is titled: "Tributes flow in for ex-premier," and contains a b&w photograph to the left of the caption showing 6 pallbearers carrying the casket of Ernest Manning.
R) 12 X 18 cm B&W photograph of Preston Manning, credited to the Canadian Press, with the caption: R"eform Leader Preston Manning laughs in response to a comment by Reform MP Deborah Grey during opening speeches Thursday morning." There is a handwritten note dating the picture to June 7, 1996.
S) 14 X 13.5 b&w photograph of Mrs. Manning and Mrs. M. S. Parker credited to Goertz Studios, with the caption: "Another Bouquet-The triumphant victory at the polls, Thursday, when the Social Credit government again swept back to power in Alberta was shared by the wife of Premier Ernest C. Manning. Mrs. Manning, left, is pictured as she received a sheaf of red roses from Mrs. M. S. Parker, secretary of the Alberta Social Credit League at the Social Credit headquarters."
T) 31.5 X 13 cm clipping with the headline: "Manning embodied conservative streak in Canadian character." Article written by Mark Lisac, and concerns the effect Ernest Manning had on Alberta.
U) Two related clippings taken from the Edmonton Journal dated May 29, 1997. One is 30.5 x 10 cm, the other is 19 x 11.2 cm. Headline is: "A stroll down memory lane," and the first clipping contains a photo of Preston and Sandra Manning walking along the High Level bridge in Edmonton. Photo credited to Ian Scott of The Journal.
V) 30.5 x 11.2 cm article from Southam Newspapers in the Calgary Herald titled: "Hundreds pay tribute to Manning." Contains a b&w photograph of Ernest Manning from 1980, credited as a File photo.
W) 7.8 x 10.5 cm clipping titled: "Keith Manning dies in hospital." There is a handwritten note dating the clipping to the summer of 1986.
X) 11.5 x 9.5 cm B&W photograph newspaper clipping depicting Ernest Manning, credited to File photo. Caption reads: "The late Ernest Manning, former Alberta premier, pictured in 1971."
Y) Full-page newspaper article, 10 x 58 cm, from the Edmonton Journal, dated Sept. 28, 1968, titled: "Premier remembers day when $100 bill was rare." Includes two b&w photographs of Premier Manning, one from 1968 and one from the 1940’s. Articles below it contain statements from various politicians regarding Premier Manning, and include two b&w photographs, one of Premier Thatcher with the handwritten note of Murdered his wife, and one of Mike Maccagno.
Z) 12.6x10 cm invitation from The Social Credit Women’s Auxiliaries for a reception in honor of Mrs. Ernest C. Manning.
12. Various articles pertaining to Social Credit Elections:
A) 30 x 60 cm full size newspaper article from the Edmonton Journal dating Dec 4, 1968, titled: "Socreds Set to Decide: Who will be the man to follow these giants?" There are two b&w portraits on both sides of the title, one of Premier Manning on the top left, and one of William Aberhart on the top right. The bottom center of the page contains a photo captioned: "The ‘hot seat’ that six men want, and depicts Premier Manning’s former office." The inside left page contains two b&w pictures of Dr. Walter Buck and Edgar Gerhart, along with their profiles and platforms. The inside right page contains two b&w photos of Alfred J. Hooke and Ray Reierson, along with their profiles and platforms. The back page contains two b&w photos of Harry Strom and Gordon Taylor, along with their profiles and platforms. The paper has been folded twice in the middle, and while it shows some wear and tear around the ages, is in generally good condition;
B) 30 x 60 cm full size newspaper article from the Edmonton Journal dating Dec 4, 1968, titled "Socred D-Day: Strom Still man they must beat," taken from the front page of the paper. Article is one of many on the page, and concerns the upcoming election after Premier Manning’s retirement. Article continues on back portion of the page. Front page contains b&w photo on top left side of 5 people with their faces obstructed by political posters of 5 candidates captioned: "Five of the Six Candidates…Mr. Hooke has no campaign literature." Paper has been folded once in the middle, and then twice more, but is in relatively good condition;
C) 20 x 33 cm newspaper clipping titled "Women Behind Each Candidate for Election," taken from the Edmonton Journal, dated March 12, 1963. Article concerns the work of women during the election campaigns, and their effect on those campaigns. Contains two b&w photos: one on the top right of a woman at a table writing notes on a notepad captioned: "Keeps track of thousands - Mrs. Arksey, secretary to Orivs [sic] Kennedy, Social Credit candidate, makes contact with more than 13,000 members of the Alberta Social Credit League, in preparation for the April federal election." The second photo is on the bottom right of the page, showing a woman painting a man’s face, captioned: "A Final Touch - Don Brinton, Liberal candidate for East Edmonton has a touch-up job by Mrs. Michael Powers, a tireless worker in the party’s committee rooms. Mr. Brinton’s larger-than-life size portrait graces the committee rooms’ main window." Clipping is folded once on the bottom, and is in good condition;
D) 18.5 x 24 cm newspaper clipping titled: "Election Forum." Article concerns the opinions of "Glen Cumming, a Social Credit candidate for Calgary-South." An additional article on the page is titled "4 Candidates In Drumheller," and is concerning the speaking of 4 candidates at a meeting in Drumheller. Clipping contains two b&w photos: one in the bottom left corner depicting a man in a suit with glasses, captioned: "Glen Cumming." The other is located on the top right side of the page, depicting two men shown at a table drinking. This is captioned: "Social Credit Leader Robert Thompson has his right hand bandaged at an election luncheon in Victoria. He injured it in car door while campaigning on Vancouver Island. With him is Dr. Charles Ennals, president of the National Young Social Credit Association." Clipping has a tear up the middle, but is otherwise in good condition;
E) 12.5 x 17 cm clipping titled: "16th Alberta Legislative Assembly," and details the number of candidates elected from each party, as well as the names, constituencies, and political affiliation of candidates who were elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta after the May 23, 1967 election. Clipping appears to have been taken from a magazine of some type, as it is printed on glossy paper. Clipping is in good condition.
Materials relating to D. Lamont of Maidstone, SK's personal involvement in WWI as a Corporal in the 9th Canadian Mounted Rifles Regiment (C.M.R.R.) and Sergeant in the 9th Regiment of the Canadian infantry Brigade.
Studio portrait of a man in Canadian military uniform. Postcard area on back is unused. R. Guilleminot, Roesplug and Co., Paris.
Studio portrait of three men in military uniform, smoking. The insignia and details of their uniforms differ. Postcard area on back is in English and French; unused.
Pass granting “No. 114094, Sgt. D. Lamont two drivers and two helpers with teams permission to be absent from his quarters from 3pm March 18 to 6pm March 18 for the purpose of proceeding to Mont St. Eloy.” 9th Canadian Infantry Brigade. Signed by commanding officer and stamped March 18, 1918.
Directs to have men from 52nd and 116th Battalions who were filling in for “Laylor and Eliott” report back to their units.
Assigns a circuit for horse transport around Domart-sur-la-Luce, France area. 9th Canadian Infantry Brigade.
Officers’ mess bill for Freddie Golding, from 33 Service Flying Training School in Carberry, Manitoba. Lists charges for items and services purchased; the total on the bill is $60.08
Printed booklet from the Alberta Returned Soldier Commission which outlines the activities of the members of the Commission, and the services and supports provided to Alberta veterans of the First World War. It includes several letters, reports, and black and white photographs of Commission members.
"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.
Nominal roll listing the members of the 90th Canadian Overseas Battalion (Winnipeg Rifles or Little Black Devils), with 3 black and white [B&W] reproductions of photographs:
"Lieut.-Col. W. A. Munro" - portrait of Officer Commanding, Lieutenant-Colonel W. A. Munro in military uniform.
"The 90th Canadian Overseas Battalion (Winnipeg Rifles) Lieut.-Col. W. A. Munro in Command" - shows the battalion standing in military coats and hats.
"The Officer Commanding, Staff and N. C. O.'s of the 90th Canadian Overseas Battalion (Winnipeg Rifles)" - shows the officers and staff of the 90th Canadian Overseas Battalion in military uniforms.
Centre of booklet is the event program, which included: God Save the King [opening], chorus and vocal performances, general selections, a synopsis, and God Save the King [closing]. Performers included: Miss Edythe Lever [soloist], Winnipeg Oratorio Society [chorus], 90th Overseas Battalion Band [band], and Fred M. Gee [accompanist].
Pencil on paper sketch of the North-West Mounted Police detachment buildings adjacent to Battle Creek, which is located in modern-day Saskatchewan.
Weaving is done in a chevron shape, with wheat tails protruding in a fan from the bottom of the chevron. Chevron is attached to another woven triangle, with a wheat woven hanger on top. Contains an information card stating: "The art of Straw Weaving is a tale of wonder and respect. The farmer would weave a straw symbol of the last grain to act as a resting place of the Spirit - thus ensuring a bountiful harvest for the following year. Today the weavings have become symbols of good luck." Card notes that the weaving was handcrafted in Alberta, and contains a date stamp of Edmonton, 2000.
Contains photographs, poetry and decorations on seasonal themes. Each page contains a short poem and an accompanying photograph of a locale in Manitoba, with a decorative illustration in the margin. A small calendar is also contained within, for the year 1915.
Sans titreA painting of a forest scene in the mountains, subtitled ‘A Mountain Vista’. The frame bears the message ‘The Season’s Greetings’, and is signed by the author in pencil. On the reverse, pencil notes include the message ‘ To Mrs. McRiver and the boy who lay down the lay to her’.
Sans titreSheet music for a song titled “Indian Lullaby.” The words were written by McKellar and the music was written by W. H. Anderson. The price for the sheet music is marked as 35 cents. The music was published by Western Music Company LTD. whose locations are listed as Toronto, Winnipeg, and Vancouver. The song is part of the Western Vocal Series No. 7030.
Sheet music for a "Military March-Song dedicated to our Canadian Boys by The Khaki Girls of Winnipeg". Words and music by Loreley Mills and priced at 25 cents. "Also arranged for Milttary [Military] Band".
One photograph postcard showing the Winnipeg Women's Volunteer Reserve standing in uniform and holding flowers on Decoration Day, 1916, stamped in green ink on verso by Lyall Commercial Photo Co. Limited.
Sans titreOne page letter from “Dorothy” discussing, among other things, rumours about the deaths of Hitler and Mussolini. Edmonton, AB.
Thank you note card from “Edna.” Edmonton, AB.
Sans titreBirthday card from Jean Breadner. Colourful paper card with flowers, a ribbon, three notepads and a pencil on the cover. The cover reads “On Your Twenty-First Birthday Sis: Best Wishes for Today and Always”. Inside is a poem and a short note.s.l.
Sans titreOne page letter from Mrs. R. Watts (possibly Clara B. Watts?) describing her recent trip to the country, which prevented her from picking up her ration book on time. Oct. 21, 1944. Edmonton, AB.
Armed Forces Air Letter from Freddie Kaehli Cfn. Discussing a mutual friend. 2 Cdn. Adv. Base w/s.
Sans titreArmed Forces Air Letter from Peter Parrish explaining that he will not make it home for Christmas this year, among other things. R. C. A. F. Overseas.
Sans titreArmed Forces Air Letter from Freddie Kaehli describing his plans for his upcoming leaves. 2 Cdn. Adv. Base w/s.
Sans titreOne page letter from “Della” describing her life working as a field post office clerk for the C.W.A.C.
Sans titreOne page letter from “Pete”? describing her interests at school and relationships. Edmonton, AB.
Lists new members names their occupation and who moved their application to join and who seconded. On the back of the sheet is a list with two columns that is illegible.
Sans titreProgram for a performance at the Banff Springs Hotel by the Toronto Trio and Catherine Wright.
Program for the University of Manitoba Student’s Union Convocation Dance, held at the Royal Alexandra Hotel. The program consists of a number of number blank lines, into which a number of names have been written in pencil.
Dance program booklet, containing a list of dances and associated musical accompaniments. A blank space is included next to each dance, into which names have been handwritten in pencil. On the back cover is a brief list of patrons.
Both booklet and cover comprise the program for the Wesley College’s 34th Annual Dinner Program, held at the Fort Garry Hotel. The cover contains a blank space for autographs – partially filled with handwritten names – and the text of three yells / chants. The booklet contains a menu, events program, and a list of graduating students. The events program is interspersed with the lyrics and text of various songs and chants.
Program for the University of Manitoba Engineering Society Annual Banquet, held at the Fort Garry Hotel. The booklet includes a list of the graduating students, cartoons, a menu, the events program, personal messages attributed to staff and students, and a blank space for autographs, which has been filled in partially with handwritten names. The front cover bears an illustration of a graduating student in front of a meal.
Program for the Chartered Accountants’ Students’ Society of Manitoba Second Annual Dinner and Smoker, held at the Royal Alexandra Hotel. Contains a menu, and a blank space for autographs, partially filled by handwritten names. The menu portion of the program is formatted so as to resemble a balance sheet.
Program for all three days.
Sans titreInformation booklet & program for the royal visit to Old Fort Garry, in Winnipeg, Manitoba on May 24, 1939. In addition to the events program, the booklet provides some background on the purpose of the event – namely, the ceremonial fulfillment of the obligation found in the Hudson’s Bay Company charter to provide two Elk and two black beavers to the crown upon any visit to HBC lands.
