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William Pearce Fonds
UAA Fonds 0353 · Fonds · 1858 - 1930

The William Pearce Fonds consists of records documenting the three phases of his professional life: federal surveyor and administrator (1874-1884); federal advisor for western development policy (1884-1904); and western consultant for the Canadian Pacific Railway (post-1904). Most of the records in the Pearce fonds were created in the region that was the focus of his career: the territory fomerly known as Rupert's Land and the North-West Territory, later to become the prairie provinces of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta. A small portion of the records document Pearce's activites during his retirment

Pearce, William
J.S. Denis to William Pearce
353-15-1-0-74169-9-2-6-1-1-1 · File · 5 May 1880
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Denis assures Pearce that the Board of Examiners of Surveyors will meet with quorum in Winnipeg to approve his bona fide surveyor's certification.

Dennis, J. S.
Miss Unwin to Pearce
1974-169-616-004-001 · File · 24 April 1889
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Miss Unwin sends Pearce an unpaid bill Capt. Deane owes to the Ladies Work Reformatory for the purchase of 220 lbs. Of of marmalade.

Unwin, Helen
Steele to Pearce
1974-169-616-007 · File · 2 May 1889
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Steele tells Pearce he is not in contact with Captain Deane and will therefore find it difficult to get payment to the Ladies Work Depository for the cost of marmalade purchased for the NorthWest Mounted Police detachment in Lethbridge, Alberta

Steele, Samuel
Pearce to Unwin
1974-169-616-003 · File · 29 April 1889
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce informs Miss Unwin that he has contatected Capt. Deane, concerning money he owes and assures her Capt. Deane will soon pay.

Pearce, William
Pearce to Steele
1974-169-616-006 · File · 29 April 1889
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce writes to Steele requesting him to resolve the Ladies Work Depository's request for payment of bill for supplying 200lbs of marmalade to the NorthWest Mounted Police detachment in Lethbridge, Alberta.

Steele, Samuel
Pearce to Steele
1974-169-616-008-001 · File · 3 August 1898
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce congratuates Steele on his appointment to cammond of the military forces in the Yukon an to becoming a Member of Council for the Distrct. Pearce also recommends his friend Billy Jones, soon to be in the region, for any support Steele can offer.

Steele, Samuel
Pearce to Steele
1974-169-616-013-001 · File · 20 April 1899
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce sends Steele some news concerning inside politics at Ottawa.

Steele, Samuel
Steele to Pearce
1974-169-616-012 · File · 16 February 1899
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Steele asks Pearce to determine if his application for the Red River Expedition Medal has been received and processed by Colonel Wainwright or Griffith.

Steele, Samuel
Steele to Pearce
1974-169-616-026-001 · File · [ca. 1900-1906]
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Steele thanks Pearce for inquiring into the purchase of land in western Canada.

Steele, Samuel
Pearce to Steele
1974-169-616-014-001 · File · 20 March 1901
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce sends Steele a letter telling him he tried to see him in his hotel in Ottawa but Steele did not appear to wish to see him.

Steele, Samuel
Steele to Pearce
1974-169-616-025-001 · File · 17 October 1901
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Steele gives Pearce a general report on conditions in South Africa during the conflict between the British and the Boers. He mentions civilian prisoners, fighting, and farming in South Africa.

Steele, Samuel
Steele to Pearce
1974-169-616-037-001 · File · 20 March 1901
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Three related notes on hotel letterhead documenting Pearce's efforts to meet with Steele during his time in Ottawa.

Steele, Samuel
Pearce to Steele
1974-169-616-015-001 · File · 5 December 1901
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce sends Steele, Commanding "E" Dvision, of the South Africa Constabulary in Pretoria, a general review of Canadian politics, including harvest news and internal Department of Interior news.

Pearce, William
Pearce to Steele
1974-169-616-020-001 · File · 17 October 1902
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce sends Steele a letter in South Africa giving him a general report of events in Canada includig the development of railways on the Prairies, crops and irrigation. Investment opportunities in natural resources are also mentinoed.

Steele, Samuel
Steele to Pearce
1974-169-616-017-001 · File · 25 January 1902
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Steele gives Pearce an overview of his military activities in South Africa.

Steele, Samuel
Pearce to Steele
1974-169-616-018-001 · File · 27 March 1902
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce sends Steele a letter in South Africa giving him a general report of events in Canada includig the development of railwasys on the Prairies, crops and irrigation, and sporting events

Steele, Samuel
H.H. Smith to William Pearce
1974-169-9-2-6-1-3-1 · File · September 13, 1902
Part of William Pearce Fonds

The Toronto General Trusts Coroporation asks Pearce to give an estimated value to two properties in and near Calgary.

Smith, H. H.
Pearce to Steele
1974-169-616-028 · File · 13 August 1903
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce sends Steele, who is commanding "E" Division of the South Africa Constabulary in South Africa, a general update of news in Canada. Topics include the Frank Slide, land speculation in western Canada, Pearce's desired superannuation, American immigration and the loyalty of British immigrants to the Crown.

Steele, Samuel
Pearce to Steele
1974-169-616-031-001 · File · 15 October 1903
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearces sends Steele a general report on news and events in Canada while Steele is commanding the "n" Division of the North Arfrican Constabulary. Topics include livestock brought from the U.S., immigrant Chinese labour, the Alaska Boundary Dispute, the Canadian labour market, and the health of the crops on the Prairies.

Steele, Samuel
Pearce to Steele
1974-169-616-023-001 · File · 21 May 1903
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce sents Steele, still commanding "E" Division in Pretoria for the South African Constabulary, general information on events in western Canada. Topics include a harsh spring in Alberta, land speculation in Southern Alberta, and Pearce's desire for superannuation.

Steele, Samuel
Steele to Pearce
1974-169-616-024-001 · File · 12 August 1903
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Steele describes to Pearce the trouble in South Africa finding labour to work in the mines. He writes that mineowners are considering contracting Asian labourers and asks for Pearce's impression of this solution in light of the Canadian labour experience.

Steele, Samuel
1974-169-616-030 · File · 12 October 1903
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce acknowledges receipt of a letter of introduction from Steele. An unidentified acquaintance of Steele's (most likely his nephew) attempted to visit Pearce in Calgary but he was not home.

Steele, Samuel
Pearce to Steele
1974-169-616-033-001 · File · 4 December [ca. 1903]
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce advises Steele on prospective land purchases in Alberta, particularly around Sounding Lake. He notes that they can together make wiser investments in the future.

Steele, Samuel
Steele to Pearce
1974-169-616-021-001 · File · 30 March 1903
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Steele sends Pearce his general impression of the South African region he is working in. He gives his impressions of the natural environment, the wildlife, and the native peoples.

Steele, Samuel
Steele to Pearce
1974-169-616-022-001 · File · 23 April 1903
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Steele sends Pearce his perspective on the state of British colonial acitivities in South Africa and Canada with a view to promoting British identity. He also discusses his desire to settle in western Canada.

Steele, Samuel
Steele to Pearce
1974-169-616-036-001 · File · 29 November 1903
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Steele comments to Pearce on the prospects of settling in western Canada for himself and other military officers in the South African Constabulary.

Steele, Samuel
Steele to Pearce
1974-169-616-029 · File · 7 September 1903
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Steele gives Pearce a general description of his experiences in South Africa. He includes brief comments on the Boers, colonialism, and the natural surroundings.

Steele, Samuel
Steele to Pearce
1974-169-616-027-001 · File · 27 June 1903
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Steele makes inquiries concerning the seasonal state of farming in western Canada.

Steele, Samuel
Steele to Pearce
1974-169-616-034-001 · File · 17 November 1903
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Steele asks Pearce many questions about his chances to return to western Canada and purchase a farm. He also informs Pearce on the conditions in Sourth Africa, the climate, and the quality of local labour.

Steele, Samuel
Pearce to Steele
1974-169-616-041 · File · March 1904
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce sends Steele, still serving as a commander in the South African Constabulary in Pretoria, general news and events in Canada. Topics include Pearce's aid in Steele purchasing a farm in Alberta, federal politics, and British-American relations.

Steele, Samuel
Pearce to Steele
1974-169-616-035-001 · File · 8 February 1904
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce sends Steele a general update on events in Canada. Land speculation has receded and Pearce tells Steele he can help him acquire some land in Alberta. Other events commented on include the Chamberlain crusade on tariff reform and the Alaskan Boundary Dispute.

Pearce, William
Steele to Pearce
1974-169-616-038-001 · File · 15 January 1904
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Steele asks Pearce to pick out and purchase a nice piece of land for him in western Canada. He wishes to settle down as a farmer when he returns to Canada. Steele also comments on the quality of the men serving in Southern Africa.

Steele, Samuel
Pearce to Steele
1974-169-616-039-001 · File · 1 March 1904
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce sends Steele a general news letter. His topics include, the Alaskan Boudary decision, Asian immigration, potential war with Russia and Japan, and British politics.

Steele, Samuel
Steele to Pearce
1974-169-616-016-001 · File · 17 October 1907
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Steele sends Pearce a general description of his life in South Africa as he serves in the "E" Division of the South African Constabulary.

Steele, Samuel
Grogan to Pearce
1974-169-442-1 · File · 31 August 1908
Part of William Pearce Fonds

In pursuit of wriiting a history of the causes of the Second Riel Rebellion, Grogan writes to Pearce.

Pearce, William
Pearce to Grogan
1974-169-442-3 · File · 29 September 1908
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce sends Grogan personal observations on the Riel uprising help Grogan write his article. Also comments on the difficuly of locating his 1886 "half-breed" report.

Pearce, William
Grogan to Pearce
1974-169-442-5 · File · 3 October 1908
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Grogan thanks Pearce for supplying information for his research into the North-West Rebellion. He also promises Pearce a copy of his article.

Pearce, William
Grogan to Pearce
1974-169-442-7 · File · 13 December 1908
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Grogan describes his unsuccessful effort to locate Pearce's report

Pearce, William
Pearce to P.G. Keyes
1974-169-442-10 · File · 17 December 1908
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce officially applies to the Department of the Interior for a copy of his "Half-Breed Report"

Keyes, P. G.
Grogan to Pearce
1974-169-442-9 · File · 29 October 1908
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Grogan mails Pearce the first three chapters of his proposed book "The Real Riel Rebellion" and asks for Pearce's opinion.

Pearce, William
P.G. Keyes to Pearce
1974-169-442-11 · File · 9 January 1909
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Keyes only locates a few copies of the requested "half-breed" report in French and notifies Pearce.

Keyes, P. G.
Pearce to Grogan
1974-169-442-14 · File · 16 January 1909
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce sends Grogan a copy of his report "The North-West Half-Breed Grant" in French.

Pearce, William
Keyes to Pearce
1974-169-442-59 · File · 16 January 1909
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Keyes writes Pearce that he cannot find any copies of his "Detailed Report upon All Claims to Land and Right to Participate in the Northwest Half-Breed Grant" in the Department of the Interior's records.

Keyes, P. G.
Pearce to D.S. Robertson
1974-169-460.4-2 · File · 14 March 1912
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce tells D.S. Robertson he will send him his collection of photographs of the historic West, explains he procured them in Winnipeg before 1876.

Pearce, William
Pearce to D.S. Robertson
1974-169-460.4-4 · File · 20 March 1912
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce sends Robertson a photograph of Poundmaker, Big Bear and Father Lacombe at the Manitoba Penitentiary.

Pearce, William
D.S. Robertson to Pearce
1974-169-460.4-5 · File · 18 April 1912
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Robertson thanks Pearce for sending his historic photograph collection, tells Pearce his father recognizes Pearce's photo of Riel because Riel placed his father in prison during the 1869 uprising.

Pearce, William
D.S. Robertson to Pearce
1974-169-460.4-1 · File · 27 January 1912
Part of William Pearce Fonds

D.S. Robertson inquires if he can acquire copies of Pearce's collection of photograph concerning Western Canadian history.

Pearce, William
Pearce to D.S. Robertson
1974-169-460.4-6 · File · 23 April 1912
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce acknowledges Robertson's father was emprisoned in Ft. Garry in the 1869 uprising, laments quality of Riel photograph.

Pearce, William
J. Ross Robertson to Pearce
1974-169-460.4-7 · File · 18 January 1913
Part of William Pearce Fonds

J. Ross Robertson thanks Pearce for sending his photographs, tells Pearce he cannot identify the photograph of Riel and his Council although Riel imprisoned him at Ft. Garry during the 1869 rebellion.

Robertson, J. Ross
Pearce to D.B. Dowling
1974-169-460.4-8 · File · 4 April 1913
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce asks Dowling of the Geological Survey for a copy of a photograph of Calgary taken by Dr. Dawson in 1881, explains his copy was lost when loaned to "one of the Calgary newspapers."

Pearce, William
Pearce to T.J. Rothwell
1974-169-442-12 · File · 3 March 1915
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearces writes to former colleague at the Department of the Interior for a copy of his 1886 North-West Half-Breed Grant report. Also provides brief summary of report.

Pearce, William
Pearce to Rothwell
1974-169-442-23 · File · 3 May 1915
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce thanks Rothwell for his unsuccessful efforts in locating his 1886 Federal Half-Breed Reportq

Pearce, William
Pearce to John Blue
1974-169-460.5-1 · File · 28 July 1915
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce explains to Blue, Provincial Librarian of Alberta, that he took evidence of all settlements in Alberta where there were disputed lots, recommends the creation of an Alberta historical society to best deal with the distrbtution and preservation of such evidence.

Pearce, William
Rothwell to Pearce
1974-169-442-13 · File · 22 March 1915
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Rothwell explains he cannot find a copy of Pearce's 1886 report "The North-West Half- Breed Grant."

Pearce, William
Pearce to Dr. Roche
1974-169-442-15 · File · 26 March 1915
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce asks the Minister of the Interior, Dr. Roche, for copies of his report "The North-West Half-Breed Grant."

Pearce, William
Rothwell to Pearce
1974-169-442-17 · File · 21 April 1915
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Rothwell explains why he cannot locate Pearce's report "The North-West Half-Breed Grant" in the Department of the Interior.

Pearce, William
Pearce to W.J. Roche
1974-169-442-22 · File · 3 May 1915
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce thanks Roche for sending his Report "The North-West Half-Breed Grant" and asks for additional copies.

Pearce, William
Pearce to Dr. Rutherford
1974-169-442-21 · File · 3 May 1915
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce sends his 1886 "North-West Half-Breed Grant" to Dr. Rutherford and comments on its validity.

Pearce, William
Roche to Pearce
1974-169-442-25 · File · 4 June 1915
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Roche informs Pearce that he will receive copies of his report "The North-West Half-Breed Grant."

Roche, W. J.
Mr. Dennis
1974-169-442-2 · File · 12-Jun-1915
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce denies connection between government land distribution policies and Indian rebellion. Pearce also encloses a copy of his 1886 report.

Dennis, J. S.
Roche to Pearce
1974-169-442-16 · File · 16 April 1915
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Roche sends Pearce four copies of his report "The North-West Half-Breed Grant."

Roche, W. J.
Pearce to Rothwell
1974-169-442-18 · File · 26 March 1915
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce aks Rothwell to help him locate his report "The North-West Half-Breed Grant."

Pearce, William
R.W. Macintyre to Pearce
1974-169-460.3-1 · File · 7 December 1915
Part of William Pearce Fonds

R. W. Macintyre asks Pearce for information on the Frank Slide, Pearce was sent to the disaster as a government representative. Pearce respondes with his first-hand acount of the Frank slide hours following its occurance.

Macintyre, R. W.
F.M. Black to Pearce
1974-169-444.1-40 · File · 11 August 1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Black thanks Pearce for the requested article, promises to find time for the paper's presenation at the Chartered Accountant's Convenvtion in Banff.

Black, F. M.
F.M. Black to Pearce
1974-169-444.1-1 · File · 4 July1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Black requests information on land division in the Western Prairie Provinces. Black intends to use the information in a 1917 address to the Association of Dominion Chartered Accountants.

Black, F. M.
Pearce to Black
1974-169-444.1-4 · File · 9-Aug-1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce provides more detail about a paper he wrote for Black for the 1917 Association of Chartered Accountants meeting. He also comments on writing a Historical Manuscript documenting the development of the West.

Black, F. M.
Black to Pearce
1974-169-444.1-7 · File · 22 August 1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Black comments on the reception of Pearce's paper regarding the settlement of the West at a meeting of the Association of Dominion Chartered Accountants.

Black, F. M.
Pearce to Nanton
1974-169-444.1-9 · File · 20 August 1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce asks Nanton for a critique of his paper on the Railway Land Grants given by the Dominion Government in the three Prairie Provinces. Pearce reflects on writing a Historical Manuscript.

Pearce, William
Pearce to Dennis
1974-169-444.1-11 · File · 23 August 1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce sends Dennis changes to his paper on "Land Matters in the West."

Pearce, William
Pearce to Naismith
1974-169-444.1-12 · File · 23 August 1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce aks Naismith to forward his paper "Titles to Land in Three Prairie Provinces" to Dr. Rutherford. He also aks Dr. Rutherford to critique the paper.

Pearce, William
Pearce to Coleman
1974-169-444.1-13 · File · 25-Aug-1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce reflects on Coleman's critique of his paper "Titles to Land in Three Prairie Provinces."

Pearce, William
Pearce to Godfrey
1974-169-444.1-14 · File · 4 September 1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce thanks Godfrey for his comments on the paper he wrote for a meeting of The Association of Dominion Chartered Accountants.

Pearce, William
H.H. Smith to Pearce
1974-169-444.1-21 · File · 15 October 1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Smith comments on the "Wild Land Tax Act." This Act direcly affected the Hudson's Bay Company.

Smith, H. H.
Pearce to Black
1974-169-444.1-2 · File · 6 July 1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce replies to Black's request for information on Land Division in the Western Prairie Provinces. Pearce ponders if he should write Historical Manuscript.

Black, F. M.
Pearce to D.C. Coleman
1974-169-442-4 · File · 14 July 1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

A rare book dealer in New York sends Coleman a copy of his "half-breed" report in French, and Coleman notifies Pearce. He also asks Pearce where he can locate an English copy.

Pearce, William
O.J. Godfrey to Pearce
1974-169-444.1-43 · File · 23 August 1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Godfrey congradulates Pearce for the material he prepared for F.M. Black of the Public Utilities Commission of Alberta. On request of the Association of Dominion Chartered Accountants Black presented a talk concerning land policies in western Canada. Black requested Pearce write the paper for the presentation and Pearce obliged. The presentation was the seed for Pearce's historical narrative.

Godfrey, O. J.
J.S. Dennis to Pearce
1974-169-444.1-44 · File · 30 August 1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Dennis acknowledges receipt of Pearce's paper, intended for the Dominion Association of Chartered Accountants, and notes its "extreme value."

Dennis, J. S.
Pearce to Nanton
1974-169-444.1-16 · File · 24 September 1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce asks Nanton to forward his paper "Titles to Land in the Three Prairie Provinces" to H.H. Smith, former Commissioner of Dominion Lands and Pearce's superior.

Nanton, Augustus M.
Pearce to McCaig
1974-169-444.1-23 · File · 25 October 1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce asks McCaig to comment on H.H. Smith's, former Commissioner of Dominion Lands and Pearce's superior, critique of Pearce's paper, "Titles to Land in the Three Prairie Provinces."

Pearce, William
Smith to Pearce
1974-169-444.1-42 · File · 9 October 1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Smith thanks Pearce for a copy of his paper on western settlement and flatters Pearce that there is nothing left to say on the issue.

Smith, H. H.
Pearce to D.C. Coleman
1974-169-442-20 · File · 16 July 1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce offers his thoughts on the origins of the 1885 Rebellion and comments on his intention to write a "memorandum" on the causes of the Rebellion.

Pearce, William
Pearce to H.H. Smith
1974-169-444.1-20 · File · 11 October 1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce asks Smith to provide him with a copy of the "Wild Land Tax Act." This act directly affected the Hudson's Bay Company.

Smith, H. H.
Black to Pearce
1974-169-444.1-3 · File · 11 July 1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Black suggests that Pearce write a historical manuscript and requests Pearce to write a paper for the Association of Dominion Chartered Accountants.

Black, F. M.
Pearce to J.S. Denis
1974-169-444.1-5 · File · 13 August 1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce comments on a paper he wrote for Mr. Black, the Chairman of the Association of Dominion Chartered Accountants. Pearce also comments on the Department of the Interior.

Pearce, William
Pearce to Coleman
1974-169-444.1-6 · File · 17-Aug-1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce sends a draft of a paper he wrote for the Chartered Accountants to Coleman, and suggests that Coleman send it on to any interested parties. Pearce reflects on writing a Historical Manuscript.

Pearce, William
Pearce to Coleman
1974-169-444.1-10 · File · 22 August 1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Coleman propses to send Pearce's "Land Matters" paper to various historical societies, and suggests that Pearce seek publication of it.

Pearce, William
Pearce to Smith
1974-169-444.1-15 · File · 24 September 1917
Part of William Pearce Fonds

Pearce asks H.H. Smith, former Commissioner of Dominion Lands and Pearce's superior, to critique of his paper "Titles to Land in the Three Prairie Provinces. "

Pearce, William