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Handwritten letter from Flora Steele at St. Urban's Academy in Montreal to her father in Winnipeg. Flora comments on her father's letter, mentioning her father's father. She has met a Lord Strathcona's veteran, Mr. John Barry, who served with Sam in South Africa, and she asks about Lord Milner. 3 pp.

Patrick, Millar, William Nelson, J. Malcolm Bulloch and A. Stodart Walker, eds. The Scottish Students’ Song-Book: Published for the Song-Book Committee of the Students of Representative Councils of Scotland. London: Bayley & Ferguson, 1897. (book plate at front of volume reads: ‘To Colonel Steele Officers Non Commissioned Officers & men of the Strathcona Horse from Colonel W. Walker, V.D.J.P. 14 Huskisson Street Liverpool; front cover not attached, broken spine)

Handwritten letter from I.H. William confirming that SBS will be visiting 'His Excellency' at Government House, Capetown.

Typewritten letter from F.W. Taylor, Bank of Montreal regarding LSH accounts and payments.

Handwritten letter to SBS from [? Lennon] Government House, Capetown, acknowledging Steele's report to 'His Excellency'.

Handwritten letter to SBS from Lord Dundonald, re: transport complaint.

Handwritten letter to SBS from Lt. Percy Fall at Sabi Drift reporting on men in his command.

Typewritten letter to SBS from J. Lyons Biggar discussing various matters and with an attached stores list.

Typewritten letter to SBS from J. Lyons Biggar, various matters.

Handwritten letter to SBS from Lord Dundonald, tribute to Steele and LSH.

Copy of the telegram sent from the Military Secretary representing Lord Kitchener on the day LSH embarked for home; annotated by SBS.

Handwritten letter to SBS from Mrs. I.A. Johnstone asking for information about her son's death in South Africa.

Letter prepared by J.S.O'Halloran, Secretary, Royal Colonial Institute, with added annotations by SBS, re: London visit.

Telegram sent to SBS from a volunteer applying for an appointment in South Africa. Handwritten.

Handwritten letter to SBS from Thos. J. Davis asking about the particulars surrounding his son's death in South Africa.

Handwritten letter to SBS from Chas. {Wooly?] thanking Steele for the interest he took in his son Tom who served with LSH under Steele.

Typewritten letter to SBS from Joseph Colmer, Lord Strathcona's secretary, re: various matters.

Declaration completed by A.W. Gowler asking for owed wages from Percy Fall, re: service while with LSH. The declaration is notarized by Charles B. Pratt, Notary Public for the Province of Ontario.

Typewritten letter to SBS from Joseph Colmer, Secretary to Lord Strathcona, with attached memo sent to the Bank of Montreal, re: payment to Steele from W. Munro.

Typewritten letter to SBS from Henry J. Brereton, asking for an address of an LSH Captain.

Handwritten letter to SBS from R.H. Moir who served under him in LSH; various matters discussed including issueing death reports and request for recommendation.

Correspondence from SBS's brother-in-law (Auguste); various matters but includes a discussion about the design of a statue to honor the role of the LSH during the South African War, attached sketches and news clipping.

Typewritten letter to SBS from Aubrey White, Assistant Commissioner, re: military land grants.

Handwritten letter to SBS from H.F. Nicholls requesting a signature on his discharge papers from LSH so he can pursue his B.C. scrip.

Handwritten letter from two boys, M.A. Scott and D.I. Kerfoot, volunteering to join the contingent going to South Africa

Handwritten letter from a volunteer seeking a position with the contingent going to South Africa.

Typewritten letter to SBS from F.W. White, NWMP Comptroller, mentioning that Lord Strathcona is requesting a copy of a diary of Strathcona's Horse while in South Africa.

Handwritten letter to SBS from E.T. Logan in response to a request that he speak to Steele's character in light of rumors about inappropriate behavior at a banquet held in London for returning LSH military.

Handwritten telegram to SBS from Lord Strathcona, re: congratulations.

Telegram sent to SBS from Lord Strathcona; he is pleased with Colonel Steele's command. Typewritten.

A telegram sent to Colonel Steele from Lord Minto offering congratulations. Hand-written.

A handwritten note related to directions for the Transport Monterey en route to South Africa from Halifax.

Handwritten letter regarding horses to be transported on the S.S. Monterey for South Africa.

Typewritten letter to Steele and LSH from Mayor D. Murray of Campbellton, N.B. presenting colors as a "parting souvenir from a loyal people'.

Handwritten note by Maye Steele acknowledging receipt of advance pay for SBS from F.W. Taylor of the Bank of Montreal.

Burgandy leather-bound pocket book diary with hand-written entries. Harwood Steele indicates the Diary contains information about the Canadian Mounted Rifles and Lord Strathcona's Horse.

Diary of Lord Strathcona's Corps' Boer War - Colonel S.B. Steele C.B. M.V.O. Commanding (stamped in gold lettering on diary cover) Canada, South Africa, England Double hard-cover binding; type-written entries.

First page entry: "Militia Order No 26 issued for the formation of mounted corps for special service in South Africa, the Regiment to be called Strathcona's Horse in honour of the Right Hon: Lord Strathcona and Mount Royal at whose expense this force is to be raised and equipped.

Handwritten roll of 'Names of Men Recommended for Distinction

Roll of individuals entitled to the South African medal granted by His Majesty the King; handwritten; 3 pp (oversized)

Programme for a concert held on Board the Transport "Monterey" ... to celebrate the event of LSH crossing the equator.

Printed poem entitled: "Lord Strathcona's Horse" by C.R. Vernon of Montreal with attached envelope addressed "To the Mayor, Westmount, Que."

A typewritten and copied one page "Summary of News", printed by Head Quarters, Pretoria.

Printed card from the City Club of Halifax extending the priviliges of their Club to SBS for two weeks, signed by [N.L.] Brown, Secretary and dated March 15, 1900. Includes envelope.

Printed card from the President and Committe of the Halifax Club extending the priviliges of their Club to SBS and the Officers of "Strathcona's Horse" during their stay in Halifax.

A printed card for "Strathcona's Horse" for admittance to Lord Strathcona's Luncheon, February 22nd, 1901 at the Royal Palace Hotel in Kensington. On the back of the card the date is printed and another word [Miss?].

A seating plan for a dinner given by Lord Strathcona at the Savoy Hotel, London to meet Earl Roberts, Field Marshal, February 22, 1901. LSH officers were invited to the dinner.

Printed envelopes and stationery for the "Elder Dempster Line" with the words 'Transport "Monterey"' and 'Strathcona's Horse' printed at the top of the letter paper, along with a black and white photo of Lord Strathcona and the S.S. Monterey. The Company flag is also featured on the letterhead and envelope. There four sheets of the letterhead and four envelopes; one of the envelopes is addressed" 'Lt. Col. Steele Comd. Strathcona's Horse H.M. Trropship "Monterey".

Printed sermon preached in St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Ottawa fo "Strathcona's Horse previous to their departure for service in South Africa, by The Rev. W.T. Herridge, March 11, 1900. The sermon was published as a small booklet, and includes a photograph of the Officers of Lord Strathcona's Horse on the back cover, 12 pp.

An extract from a printed document, with a picture of SBS in his LSH uniform and text recognizing his appointment to Fourth Class of Victorian Order; included is a quote from SBS responding to the King's speech. On the attached page are two photographs of nursing sisters who accompanied the Canadian contingent to South Africa, Sarah Forbes and Marcella P. Richardson. The caption under their photographs is: "Our Own Angels".

A negative image printed on paper of a souvenir poster published by The Slater Shoe Company of Montreal to honor "The Strathcona Horse"; three photos are on the poster with Queen Victoria in the centre and Lord Strathcona on one side and SBS on the other side.

One page with words written on it, in Sam's handwriting, but appears to be in another language. Was located with other Lord Strathcona Horse ephemera; perhaps separated from a letter or other document.

Music and lyrics: The "Charge" of "Strathcona's Horse" Words and music by Drum Major W.R. Boyd Published by Whaley, Royce & Co., Toronto

"Strathcona March" sheet music, composed by Ludwig Waizmann; inscribed "To Maye from [Cuz}"

Sheet music manuscript: 'March 'Strathcona's Horse'", composed by Captain H. Kyle, arranged by Alfred Light, Bandmaster S.A.C.. July 1904. 8 pp, no lyrics.

Elder Dempster Line, S.S. Monterey Bill of Fare for lunch; blank on inside.

Typewritten lyrics titled: "Strathcona's Horse" written by Lietenant W. Mackenzie Walke, Winnipeg, 1900. 1 pp.

Printed song lyrics: "Transport Monterey", 1 pp.

Regimental Concert program for the S.S. Monterey, 03 April 1900; typewritten on Elder Dempster Line Strathcona's Horse stationery. 1 pp.

A page torn from "The Graphic" illustrated newspaper, with an illustration showing Sir Wilfrid Laurier bidding the Lord Strathcona's Horse regiment farewell on Parliament Hill.

Invoice from Ironmongery Warehouse, Cape Town for "1 canteen for 8".

B. Lawrence & Co. (Cape Town) invoice for groceries

B. Lawrence & Co. (Cape Town) invoice for groceries (page 2)

William Duncan & Co. (Cape Town) invoice for [leather cloth]

DeWaal & Co. Ironmongers (Cape Town) invoice for enamelled plates

W. Martin General Grocers (Cape Town) invoice for eggs and milk

J.D. Cartwright & Co. (Cape Town) invoice for groceries

T.W. Lewis & Co. (Cape Town) invoice for groceries and supplies

Myers Brothers (Cape Town) invoice for badges; on verso is a list of names and notes related to saddles, etc.

T.W. Lewis & Co. (Cape Town) invoice for groceries

Handwritten receipt acknowledging payment to Major R.C. Laure for "C" Squadron mess expenses, signed by H.D. B. Ketchen

Warwicik House (J.&M. Lewin) invoice for crockery and utensils, etc.

T.W. Lewis & Co. (Cape Town) invoice for bath tub, bucket, and [Woolsey] kitchen outfit

J.D. Cartwright & Co. (Cape Town) invoice for groceries

Green Point Camp, near Cape Town, 'B' Squadron mess statement

Mercer & Skaugen (Cape Town) invoice for rope

R.M. Ross & Co. (Cape Town) invoice for wire cutters; further note and figures on verso

Milner Hall, Private Hotel, Three Anchors Bay invoice detailing expenses for SBS's stay there from May 24th to the 28th

Milner Hall, Private Hotel, Three Anchors Bay invoice detailing expenses for Major Jarvis' lunch there on May 28th

A handwritten note with supplies listed; no name on memo and some pencilled notes (numbers) on verso

A memo written by [A. Wm. Gorolic] on The Russell Hotel (Ottawa) letterhead, with details about badges

Note on a scrap of paper about "Tailor in London" with address

R.D. Irwin Wholesale & Retail Grocer (Cape Town) invoice

A handwritten page detailing expenses owing Captain A.R. Macdonell for expenses related to Lord Strathcona's Horse; written on Windsor Hotel (Montreal) letterhead

Handwritten list of groceries paid for; no name on memo

Handwritten list of groceries paid for; no name on memo and pencilled word "cake" on verso

Handwritten note by H.D.B. Ketchen noting payment made to Major A.E. Snyder for purchase of leather case for carrying Squadron books up country; pencilled notation on verso

R.D. Irwin Wholesale & Retail Grocer (Cape Town) invoice for groceries

Handwritten invoice for telegrams and messages submitted to Captain J.F. Macdonald and Strathcona's Horse; forwarded by Captain E.F. Mackie to O.C. Strathcona Horse for approval and recommendation.

Lord Strathcona's Horse balance sheets (three) showing receipts and debits 1900-1901

Wm. Spilhaus & Co. (Cape Town) invoice for oil

G. Black, Direct Importer of General Drapery, Clothing, Boots and Shoes, invoice for '3 Oil Baize'

J. & M. Lewin invoice (Cape Town) for hardware supplies

George Findlay & Co. (Cape Town) invoice for kitchen and canteen supplies

H.W. Markham (Cape Town) invoice for a rubber bath