W.W. Cory, Deputy Minister of the Interior, tells Pearce his Department is sending him information on plans of St. Laurent Settlement, Townshiops 44 and 45, Range 1, West of the 3rd Meridian, and a photostat copy of the plan of Moose Jaw. He informs him that a plan of Whitemud Fort seems to have been lost.
Cory, W. W.Davidson requests information regarding government policies on lands, surveys and scrips and the disappearance of the buffalo.
Pearce, WilliamWilliam Robinson sends Pearce information concerning early shipping on the North and South Saskatechewan rivers.
Robinson, WilliamThe 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, WilliamWalter Huckvale, Mayor of Medicine Hat, asks Pearce for a copy of his manuscript in order to offer comments
Huckvale, WalterWalter Huckvale, Mayor of Medicine Hat, requests a copy of Pearce's manuscript.
Huckvale, WalterMayor Huckvale acknowledges receipt of Pearce's manuscript and thanks him for the opportunity to read it.
Huckvale, WalterW. Stuart Edwards of the Department of Justice describes for Pearce the legal career of Colonel James Farquharson Macleod. The letter briefly describes his service as Superintendent of the Northwest Mounted Police and Stipendiary Magistrate in the North West Territories.
Edwards, W. StuartSimmons sends Pearce a copy of the Proceedings of the Trial of Maxwell Roche.
Simmons, W.The University of Toronto LIbrary reminds Pearce they would like to keep a copy of his manuscript
Wallace, W. S.Personal and career papers
Pearce, WilliamPearce's presentation to the Alberta Military Institute delivered in Edmonton on the 6th of October 1923.
Pearce, WilliamEdward Taylor comments on the address to the Alberta Military Institute published in "The Morning Albertan."
Taylor, EdwardStephenson provides Pearce with information regarding the appointment of Mr. Sabine to agent of the Dominion Lands.
Pearce, WilliamSteele 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, SamuelSteele 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, SamuelSteele thanks Pearce for his valued correspondence
Steele, SamuelSteele gives Pearce an overview of his military activities in South Africa.
Steele, SamuelSteele 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, SamuelSteele 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, SamuelSteele comments to Pearce on the prospects of settling in western Canada for himself and other military officers in the South African Constabulary.
Steele, SamuelSteele 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, SamuelSteele gives Pearce a general description of his experiences in South Africa. He includes brief comments on the Boers, colonialism, and the natural surroundings.
Steele, SamuelSteele 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, SamuelSteele makes inquiries concerning the seasonal state of farming in western Canada.
Steele, SamuelSteele thanks Pearce for inquiring into the purchase of land in western Canada.
Steele, SamuelSteele 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, SamuelThree related notes on hotel letterhead documenting Pearce's efforts to meet with Steele during his time in Ottawa.
Steele, SamuelSteele asks Pearce to determine if his application for the Red River Expedition Medal has been received and processed by Colonel Wainwright or Griffith.
Steele, SamuelSteele sends Pearce a general description of his life in South Africa as he serves in the "E" Division of the South African Constabulary.
Steele, SamuelSteadman congradulates Pearce on his manuscript. Approves of the Pearce's style of refraining from mentioning personal experiences. Speculates on possible sources of support for publication.
Pearce, WilliamStead informs Pearce that he might consider selliing his manuscript to libraries
Stead, Robert J.C.Starnes provides Pearce with information regarding the settlement of Livingstone and military forts.
Starnes, CourtlandSpry arranges a date for Pearce to give a presentation at the Alberta Military Institute on the topic of the 1885 North-West Rebellion
Spry, D. W. B.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.Miller comments on Pearce's manuscript, asks for a "full and true interpretation" of the rebellion of 1885.
Miller, S. L.McLean thanks Pearce for his comments and recommends his manuscript be published.
Pearce, WilliamMacdonald tells Pearce he is still reading his manuscript, recommends "Pearce Papers" as the title.
Pearce, WilliamShanks notifies Pearce that his review in the October 1923 edition of the Dominion Land Surveyors' Journal compliments Pearce's address to the Alberta Military Institute regarding the Second Riel Rebellion.
Shanks, ThomasT. Shanks, Assistant Director of General Surveys, thanks Pearce for sending him the Annual Report of the Alberta Land Surveyors Association for 1921 and a newspaper copy of his October 1920 address before the Alberta Military Institute.
Shanks, ThomasR. 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.R.W. Brock sends Pearce two prints of Calgary taken by Dr. Dawson in 1881.
Brock, R. W.Royal Society officially informs Pearce it will not publish his manuscript.
Mackenzie, A. F.Rothwell explains he cannot find a copy of Pearce's 1886 report "The North-West Half- Breed Grant."
Pearce, WilliamRothwell explains why he cannot locate Pearce's report "The North-West Half-Breed Grant" in the Department of the Interior.
Pearce, WilliamMr Ross sends Pearce a copy of the count from the complaint laid against Louis Riel in July 1885.
Ross, George H.Roche informs Pearce that he will receive copies of his report "The North-West Half-Breed Grant."
Roche, W. J.Roche sends Pearce four copies of his report "The North-West Half-Breed Grant."
Roche, W. J.Robson asks Pearce to send him any presentation Pearce makes concerning the Riel trial. He comments on Peter Hourie, the translator for the Riel trial.
Robson, H. A.Stead recommends to Pearce to try publishing his manuscript in serial form in a newspaper, recommends the Winnipeg Free Press.
Stead, Robert J.C.R.F. Clarke requests information on land settlement in the West for the Dominion Land Surveyors Historical and Biographical Committee.
Clarke, R. F.Concerning Pearce's research into the first locomotives in Manitoba.
Pearce, WilliamGibson responds to Pearce's request for maps of settlements and HBC posts in the West.
Gibson, R. A.Stead advises Pearce he has received his manuscript but will not have time to read it carefully for some time.
Stead, Robert J.C.Prof. Innis thanks Pearce for a copy of his manuscript, tells him it the library appreciates material from 'western old-timers.'
Innis, HaroldProf. Fay tells Pearce to send his manuscript to his colleague Prof. Wrong to inquire into publication, tells Pearce the University of Toronto Library still wishes to keep a copy
Fay, C. R.Professor Fay explains he cannot find a publisher for Pearce's manuscript. He recommends trying to publish it in Calgary as a local history.
Fay, C. R.Prof Fay explains he cannot find a publisher for Pearce and inquires if the C.P.R. might be interested in publishing it.
Pearce, WilliamPremier Greenfield tells Peace he sent a letter supporting publication of Pearce's manuscript to the Department of the Interior.
Pearce, WilliamPremier Greenfield tells Pearce he will write to the Deputy Minister of the Interior, Mr. Cory, recommending the Department publish his manuscript.
Pearce, WilliamPremier Dunning tells Pearce he would like to see his entire manuscript to read but cannot allocate any support for publication
Pearce, WilliamPremier C.A. Dunning thanks Pearce for sending a copy of his manuscript.
Pearce, WilliamPope provides Pearce with information regarding the appointment of David Laird, and a history of Lt. Govenor's in the West.
Pope, JosephPinard informs Pearce he will send him photostat copies of his report "The North-West Half-Breed Grant."
Pinard, A. A.Keyes only locates a few copies of the requested "half-breed" report in French and notifies Pearce.
Keyes, P. G.Pearce sends his manuscript to Hon. Justice Tweedie for comment, quotes Steadman's endorsement emphasizing his objective ommissions of personal experience.
Pearce, WilliamPearce tells Jaffaryhe met with Campell Innis of the Canadian Historical Society and recommended hi's manuscript for publication.
Jaffray, J. A.Pearce thanks Roche for sending his Report "The North-West Half-Breed Grant" and asks for additional copies.
Pearce, WilliamPearce requests information regarding an early map of the C.P.R. land holdings from Montreal to the Pacific.
Pearce, WilliamPearce asks White to prepare and send him copies of his paper "Titles to Land in the Three Prairie Provinces."
Pearce, WilliamPearce requests Mayor Huckvale return his copy of Pearce's manuscript and laments Huckvale's misspelling of his name.
Huckvale, WalterPearce responds to Wallace's comments concerning his manuscript. In particular, Pearce defends his description of the headquarters and leadership of the N.W.M.P.
Pearce, WilliamPearce requests Wallace to read his manuscript
Pearce, WilliamPearce informs Miss Unwin that he has contatected Capt. Deane, concerning money he owes and assures her Capt. Deane will soon pay.
Pearce, WilliamPearce 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, SamuelPearce tells W.S. Wallace of the University of Toronto Library that he cannot afford to give them a copy of his manuscript but they are free to have a copy made.
Pearce, WilliamPearces 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, WilliamPearce writes the Department of Justice to obtain information on the career of Colonel James Farquharson Macleod. The information will be used to design a plaque commemorating the city of Calgary by Col. Macleod.
Pearce, WilliamTaylor proposes to write a biography of Pearce, and Pearce offers his assitance.
Pearce, WilliamPearce sends Shanks a copy of his address to the Alberta Mlitary Institue "Reminiscences Concerning Surveys" and comments on the causes of the 1885 Riel Rebellion.
Pearce, WilliamPearce informs Stephenson of his desire to publish his paper "Titles to Land in the Three Prairie Provinces" and requests information regarding the Department of the Interior.
Pearce, WilliamPearce 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, SamuelPearces 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, SamuelPearce 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, SamuelPearce sends Steele some news concerning inside politics at Ottawa.
Steele, SamuelPearce 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, SamuelPearce 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, SamuelPearce 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, SamuelPearce 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, SamuelPearce 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, WilliamPearce 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, SamuelPearce 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, SamuelPearce 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, SamuelPearce 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, WilliamPearce 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, SamuelPearce sends Steadman his memorandum concerning bull trains and travel in the early
Canadian prairies and asks for Steadman's comments