A diary containing daily entries written by Betty Forbes in 1944 during her time as a student at the School for Nurses at The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Ontario. Several entries describe Betty’s work at the hospital, student exams and marks, school dances, class dinners, and capping ceremony. The diary includes press clippings, letters, notes, event programs, and a photograph of an adult and child. In addition, numerous entries describe events and activities related to the Second World War including an entry written on D-Day (June 6, 1944). Some of these entries contain attached items such as press clippings related to military personnel and banknotes including a 1 lire banknote issued by Italy in 1939, 5-francs Type 1942 issued by Banque de l'Algérie, a 10-AM lire banknote as well as a one shilling and a half shilling Japanese government-issued Oceanian Pound.

A wedding planner notebook containing correspondence, sketches, advertisements, and notes pertaining to Betty Forbes's wedding ceremony with Bill Land on May 29, 1954 in Hespeler, Ontario.

File consists of three clippings relating to the life and work of Rienzi Crusz. Includes one clipping on the donation of Rienzi's works to the University of Waterloo. Also includes one typed copy of a brief article that was published in the Kitchener-Waterloo Record and a computer print out of the LAUW [Librarian's Association of the University of Waterloo] online newsletter.

Clipping of The Independent Business Man article "Family Business Changes with Times" about the Seagram family’s purchase of the company from the Mueller Cooperage and its later transition into Canbar Marine Company.

File consists of newspaper clippings related to acid rain. Clippings are from Muskoka-area newspapers as well as national newspapers and magazines. File also includes a typed chronology about acid rain, a newsletter from the Federation of Ontario Naturalists, and advertisements for books and videos about acid rain.

File consists of material relating to nuclear power and nuclear waste. Includes newspaper clippings (some photocopied); correspondence (some photocopied); draft correspondence; notes; pages photocopied from books, newsletters, and reports about nuclear power; material produced by Ontario Hydro; material produced by independent political candidates; and other material. Includes correspondence between Godfrey and Ontario Premier William Davis.

File consists of material relating to the 25th anniversary of WATFOR celebration. Includes programs and a campus map. One of the programs contains an handwritten note to Kindree.

Correspondence between various members of the Sommer family including letters that describe Cornelius Sommer’s European vacation and Angelika Sommer’s political involvement in Germany, her Marxist beliefs and her plans to pursue post-secondary education in Germany. Some letters also indicate that Angelika Sommer met and was dating Uwe Schriever, who later becomes her husband. Also includes greeting cards, postcards, a pamphlet, and photographs of Uwe Schriever, and the wedding of Friedemann and Petra (surnames unknown) in March 1970.

Ephemera including Mary Ham's (nee Augustine) birth announcement (press clipping), hand-painted birth announcement card, congratulation and christening cards, and telegrams. Also includes three pieces of ephemera related to Albert William Augustine and John Ross Augustine.

Ephemera from Margaret Avenue Senior Public School in Kitchener, Ontario. Includes four report cards for Mary Ham (nee Augustine).

A packet of "Emergency Issue Earth Quake Stamps" from the Young Women's Christian Association (Y.W.C.A.) Japan, dated September 1923 to April 1924. Also includes a Christmas card from Emma Kaufman. The photo on the card is of Emma Ratz Kaufman's summer cottage at Drag Lake, Haliburton, Ontario.

Birthday cards sent to Emma Kaufman on the occasion of her 85th birthday.

Birthday cards sent to Emma Kaufman on the occasion of her 85th birthday.

Two handmade New Year cards. It is not known who made these cards. One card is signed by Gwendoline and the other is signed by Olga.

One press clipping from the Kitchener-Waterloo Record regarding the death of King George V of Great Britain published in 1936. File also includes two press clippings about the death of John F. Kennedy from an unknown publication with handwritten notes by Judith Collier (nee Ball), age 10. Judith Collier is Joshua Bolender's mother.

Contains clippings from February 1940 regarding Leavine’s nomination by the National Government Candidate to contest the Waterloo North riding in the upcoming federal election. One clipping provides biographical information about Leavine including his parentage, education, and details about his medical and political careers. Most of the clippings report on the election campaign conducted by Leavine, documenting his proposals for change should he be elected. Other clippings consist of campaign advertising urging voters in the North Waterloo riding to support Leavine. Also included is an undated clipping reporting that Ald. Alfred Mustin, the labor-C.C.F candidate contesting the North Waterloo riding, had withdrawn from the race.

Clippings regarding Leavine’s nomination as the Progressive Conservative Candidate for Waterloo North as a representative of the Drew Government in the June 4, 1945 election. Some of the clippings report on Leavine’s election campaign, documenting his proposals for change in the event of him being elected. Other clippings consist of campaign advertising urging voters in the North Waterloo riding to support Leavine. Another clipping relates to Leavine's second nomination within five months to run as Progressive Conservative candidate in the Waterloo North constituency - this second election was necessitated by the elevation of Hon. W.D. Euler to the Senate. Leavine accepted the nomination and opposed Louis. O. Breithaupt, the North Waterloo Liberal candidate. Also included is a clipping containing the speech made by Alfred Mustin, President of U.R.W.A. Local 67, endorsing Leavine as a friend of Labour, not as a Conservative. The transcript of this speech was placed in the press by the Leavine Campaign committee and likley forms part of the election advertising from the second Leavine campaign in 1945.

Two clippings which appear to contain reports on issues or events which were of interest to Leavine during his political career.

Loose ephemeral material regarding the career and death of Dr. S. F. Leavine, including event programs, orders of service, promotional election material and a receipt for legal services related to the handling of Leavine's estate.

The programs relate to "Graduation Exercises" at St. Mary's Hospital School of Nursing in Kitchener, Ont. on June 1945, where Leavine gave congratulatory greetings, and in May 1957, where a medical nursing award was given by Leavine and presented by Mrs. Leavine. Also included is a program from the official opening of the Stanley F. Leavine Building by Hon. M.B. Dymond, Minister of Health for Ontario on May 5, 1965. The orders of service pertain to Remembrance Day in 1950, which Leavine attended as Chairman, and a ceremony at the Memorial Arena in Waterloo in observance of the coronation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on June 2, 1953. Along with the order of service for the coronation there are two certificates awarded to Leavine, M.L.A, and Mrs. Leavine and medals worn at the service.

Flyers, stickers and other promotional material related to Leavine's election campaigns in 1945 and 1955, appear in the file along with a floor plan of the Legislative Assembly in Toronto in 1952, where Leavine held a seat representing Waterloo North, and a booklet titled "A Report to the People of Ontario" written by Hon. Leslie Frost, Premier and Provincial Treasurer of Ontario and dated May 9, 1955. Also in the file is a July 1958 notice issued by N. MacKenzie, City Personnel Director in Kitchener, outlining the arrangements for the funeral of Mayor S.F. Leavine, M.D. that took place at the King Street Baptist Church in Kitchener on July 30, 1958; and a receipt regarding services provided by James Richardson & Sons regarding the transfer of securities to Leavine's wife, daughters, and the executrices of Leavine's estate.

Scrapbook containing loose and pasted-in clippings, as well correspondence (letters and cards), speech notes, invitations, programs, photographs, and other ephemera predominantly relating to Dr. S.F. Leavine's election as Mayor of Kitchener in 1949. Included are notes of congratulations; coverage of the mayoralty race and Leavine's activities as mayor; his participation on various city boards and commissions, including the Service Welfare Committee; and a proclamation signed by Mayor Leavine declaring that "Brotherhood Week" is to be observed in Kitchener from February 19-26, 1950, along with a photo from a related event. Also included is a typed welcoming speech made by Mayor Leavine at an unspecified event.

One of the loose photographs depicts "The Walking Mayor", as he came to be known, pictured on his daily walk to work as Mayor of Kitchener. A second photograph appears to have been taken on election day in 1955 when Dr. S.F. Leavine ran as the Progressive Conservative candidate in the Waterloo North constituency. The final photograph was taken at the official opening of the Carmicheal School Addition on March 7, 1950 which was attended by Mayor Leavine.

The loose clippings cover: Leavine's recommended changes to the Criminal Code as a means of bringing youth gang activity under control; a Waterloo North Conservative Progressive picnic at Waterloo Park in August, 1952 which was attended; and Leavine's nomination to contest the Waterloo North constituency in 1955.

Correspondence:

• Letter (Dec. 9, 1949) to Leavine from city clerk, C.G. Lips officially acknowledging Dr. S.F. Leavine's election to the position of Mayor, and asking him to subscribe the necessary Oath of Office prior to the Council's inaugural meeting on Jan. 3, 1950.
• Letter (Feb. 16, 1950) from H.E. McCallum, the Mayor of Hamilton, inviting Leavine to attend an evening event which will constitute part of the Third Canadian Sportsmen's Show in March, 1950. An invitation to the 43rd Annual Convention of the Canadian Gas Association in June 1950 is also contained in this file along with reservation forms for the event.

One handbill from the National American Woman Suffrage Association on voting rights.

File consists primarily of newspaper and other clippings and ephemera by and about Alice Riggs Hunt, concerning suffrage.

McCormack Eric, review of The Cunning Man, by Robertson Davies, Books in Canada 23, no. 7 (October 1994): 41-42.

McCormack Eric. "More than a Mere Shadow of Johnson". Review of The Journals of James Boswell, selected and introduced by John Wain. The Globe and Mail, Saturday, 7 March 1992, sec. C, page 20.

McCormack Eric. "Complicity in Crime". Review of Mystery, by Peter Straub. The Globe and Mail, Saturday, 27 January 1990, sec. C, page 19.

McCormack Eric. "Pilgrims Not Progressing". Review of Preston Falls, by David Gates. The Globe and Mail, Saturday, 28 February 1998, sec. D, page 12.

File consists of correspondence, ephemera, articles, and more for the year 1980.

File consists of correspondence, ephemera, articles, and more for the 2000's.

One broadside carrier's address titled "Greeting to 1895. Address of the Weekly Telegraph" featuring new years poems.

Handmade birthday card from Orpheus Moyer Schantz to Sophie Schantz. The card has scherenschnitte edges and features calligraphy, drawings of small animals, birds and plants. It reads: "May Happy Returns. Sophie E. Schantz. May 4-'89"

Handmade New Yeas card from the Schantz family to Sophie Schantz. The card features calligraphy, small drawings of moons and has the numbers of the year 1894 in each corner.. It reads: "To Sophe E. Schantz. Berlin. Ontario. We wish you a happy new year. From Ruth Schantz, Carrie Flagler Schantz,Orpheus Moyer Schantz. Morton Park, Ill."

An invitation to an autumn party at Morton Park, the home of Orpheus Moyer Schantz.

A raffle ticket, menu and programme for the fifth annual banquet and get together of the Grand River Philatelic Association at the Royal Hotel in Guelph, Ontario.

Material relating to the National Health and Welfare Volunteer Award given to W.H. Kaufman in 1986 for his work with the Kitchener-Waterloo Hospital. Includes a letter from Jake Epp, Minister of National Health and Welfare, Aug. 14, 1986, informing W.H. Kaufman of this award, and a clipping.

Material relating to the Weber Malakhov Polar Expedition of 1992, for which Kaufman designed a special boot. Includes publicity material, news stories, photocopies of memoranda and faxes, handwritten notes, etc.

Correspondence and clippings relating to an honourary membership in the Twin Cities Kiwanis Club awarded to A.R. Kaufman in July 15, 1969. Includes information about his efforts to secure land eventually used for "Kiwanis Park".

Materials related to William Hutton Kaufman (A. R. and Jean Kaufman’s son). Includes birth certificate, certificates and photographs from the Royal Canadian Air Force, certificates and photographs from the Delta Upsilon Fraternity and the University College Men's Residence, marriage certificate between William Hutton Kaufman and Sara Kathleen Hall, materials related to the Kitchener-Waterloo Gyro Club (pamphlets with information, constitution, and certification of induction of William Hutton Kaufman to the club), and two reproductions of photographs of Kaufman in his later years.

Series documents John Walter’s correspondence with William Daum Euler and the Kitchener Daily Record. The correspondence focus on Walter’s request for a public debate with Euler over capitalism and the economy. Other correspondence and newspaper clippings cover the Record’s refusal to publish, in their newspaper, the letters Walter sent about challenging Euler. There are also clippings of Euler's speech which Walter references in his letters.

Three paper drinking cups made from waterproof paper material. The front features an illustration of three seated adults raising glasses in salute and the back features an advertisement for Wolf American High Art Cycles with an illustrated bicycle.

Christmas greeting card featuring an illustrated winter scene with a snow covered church and a robin perched on a tree branch on front with the message: "May Your Christmas Both Happy and Merry Be." The verso includes excerpts from Josiah Gilbert Holland's poem "A Christmas Carol".

A memorial card announcing the death of Isaac Lucius Bowman on Feb. 3, 1893.

One memorial card.

An invitation card possibly written by or sent to Austin Tobias Schantz. The quote inscribed on the verso of the invitation card is from Alfred Tennyson's poem titled, The Sea Fairies that was first published in 1830.

Materials related to conferences John English attended. Includes:

• Notes from the "Canadian-Soviet Conference" (August 27-29, 1987);
• Report and program from the conference “Canada, the United States and the Atlantic Alliance” (May 20-23, 1987);
• Report on the "International Political Science Association (IPSA) Congress" (1988);
• Notes on the Centre of foreign policy and federalism;
• Program and notes for the conference "Indigenous Minorities in Multi-National Democracies in the year 2000: problems and prospects" (May 9-10, 1986).

Also contains the curriculum vitae for Toivo Miljan from 1987.

Programs and invitations for several events. Events included are:

• "A special convocation to confer an Honorary Degree on his Highness Prince Karin Aga Khan," at the University of Trinity College (University of Toronto), November 25, 2013.
• "The global progress evening with Madeleine Albright in conversation with Lloyd Axworthy," organized by the Canadian Centre for Progressive Policy, April 1, 2014.
• "A celebration of the life of the Honourable Donald Stovel Macdonald," October 19, 2018.
• "A presentation of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medals,” June 2012.

Materials related to the Atlantik-Brücke association. Includes related correspondence, cost breakdown, draft agenda, program for the "Future of Energy, XXIX German Canadian Conference hosted by Atlantik-Bruecke Canada and Atlantik-Brücke" (September 17-20, 2014), and a template for email introducing Atlantik-Bruecke Canada organization.

Materials related to the event “Remembering Jim Coutts : an evening to honour Jim Coutts, his political life and his contribution to the Liberal legacy” (May 21, 2014). Includes poster and invitation list for the event.

Materials related to the "XXX German-Canadian Conference" (April 15-18, 2015, Brussels, Belgium). Includes business card for Eveline Y. Metzen (executive director of Atlantik-Brücke); break-out groups information; handwritten notes on the event; program; agenda for the Trudeau Centre for Peace, Conflict and Justice board meeting (May 6, 2015); program report; agenda for the Regional Governments in International Affairs (September 17-18, 2015).

Contains one double-sided sign. The sign is red and white and is in the shape of the Dare logo [ca. 1976]. The sign was most likely used in a store display.

Contains one Dare Foods Limited, Kitchener, Ontario clipboard.

Contains one centennial frisbee. The frisbee is blue plastic with the centennial logo printed on the top in white.

Contains one centennial mug. The mug is white and has the centennial logo printed in gold on it.

Contains one centennial watch. The watch is black and gold in colour and has the centennial logo imprinted on the face of the watch in gold. A protective case for the watch is included.

Contains one plaque. The plaque was sent from the Atlantic sales team to C.M. Dare to congratulate him on the centenary of Dare Foods Limited. The plaque reads " C.M. Dare congratulations on 100 anniversary, Atlantic Sales Team."

Contains one wine bottle. The wine bottle contained Etienne Brulé Blanc wine produced by Hillebrand Estates Winery Limited, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario. The wine was produced in commemoration of the centennial of Dare Foods Limited.

A press clipping detailing Mrs. John Vogt's [Leonore Laura Thusnelda Hagedorn] funeral from the Bechler family photo album. Article lists members in attendance and details of the funeral held at St. Matthews's Lutheran Church on May 11.

A press clipping from the Bechler family photo album. Clipping consists of a death announcement for Mrs. Christena Bechler, who passed away in Berlin (later Kitchener) on December 4, 1908 at 12:45pm at the age of 80 years, 11 months, and 10 days. Press clipping contains details of the funeral which was held on Monday, December 7 at the residence of her son-in-law, Mr. Christian Rosekat. Bottom of clipping includes a Weekly Market price lice for common household goods like butter, eggs, cheese, and apple butter, etc.

One Christmas greeting card from the Bechler family photo album. The card is addressed to Mr. and Mrs. Ed Bechler from Mr. and Mrs. Hermann, Rieck and family.

One brochure with information on attending the 1936 Winter and Summer Olympics. Includes information on the schedule, accommodations, the Olympic Village, an art installation, the youth camp, the torch relay, ticket prices and more.

One possibly satirical consent card, stating that the woman who fills the card in is giving her permission to engage in sexual acts with the man who has given her the card. It also grants the man indemnity under the Mann Act.

File consists of material relating to Electrohome's membership in the American Management Association (AMA). Includes correspondence and memoranda (some carbon copies and some form letters), advertising material from the AMA, membership application forms and certificates, ephemera, and other material. File probably belonged to Gary Alcock, Director of Human Resources.

File consists of press clippings relating to Electrohome and Carl A. Pollock from 1949-1959. File also includes clippings about a fire on King Street in Kitchener in 1959.

File consists of press coverage relating to Electrohome and Carl A. Pollock. Includes clippings from Canadian newspapers and industry-related publications. Subjects of clippings include Pollock's speeches and activities; the development of industry, creativity, and engineering training in Canada; export and import activity and policy; management issues; pensions; and Electrohome's history and success.

File consists of press clippings relating to Electrohome for 1962.

File consists of materials relating to an exhibit of Tony Urquhart's works at A.K. Collings Fine Art Gallery. Includes four items of correspondence for Aurelie Collings, exhibit advertising, lists of art works, financial information and a clipping.

File consists of materials relating to the exhibition of works by Tony Urquhart at Nouveau Gallery. Includes correspondence from the gallery, a list of artworks and information on works sold.

File consists of a souvenir menu card from the Northern Pacific Yellowstone Park line. Contains manuscript annotation: "Wednesday 6 p.m., Aug. 23rd, 1905, between Seattle and Portland."

5 pieces of correspondence and newspaper clippings relating to French Canadians. Includes an item from the Totonto Star Nov. 19, 1936 by Claude Dubuc, "The Grievances of Quebec : a memorandum from the Economic Chambers of of Quebec to the Ontario Boards of Trade." Includes correspondence with Claude Dubuc.

File consists of biographical sketches on Dana Porter from The International Yearbook Statesman's Who's Who.

File consists of an envelope with vital records and information for Dana Porter, Jr. Includes correspondence regarding the records from the RCAF, as well as a high school graduation diploma, reports of examinations from the Ontario Agricultural College, clippings on Porter's time at OAC and letters of reference.

File consists of a photocopy of the announcements section of The Globe and Mail which features a marriage announcement for Dorothy Walwyn (formerly Porter) to George Dean Gibson.

File consists of a programme for the convocation at Osgoode Hall, June 22 1962. One of the graduates was Julian Porter.

File consists of one wedding invitation for the wedding of Julain Porter and Susan McCutcheon.

File consists of a campaign blotter for Dana Porter for when he was running for the Legislative Assembly of Ontario representing the St. George's riding in Toronto.

File consists of one campaign flyer for Dana Porter for the Progressive Conservative party for the St. George's Riding Toronto in 1943.

File consists of a rule and regulations booklet for The York Club.

File consists of two photocopies of a clipping from the May 20, 1948 edition of the Toronto Evening Telegram. Clipping discusses Porter's position as Minister of Planning and Development.

File consists of one large scrapbook with pasted-in clippings and magazine articles on Porter, his work, and related interests.

File consists of one large scrapbook with pasted-in clippings, magazine articles, ephemera and correspondence created and accumulated by Porter, relating to his work, family and interests.

A business card for Rev. W. von Cartheuser in Orange, New Jersey.

Identity card issued on June 22, 1918 to Florence K. Sims by the Canada Registration Board, "for the national purposes," to be carried at all times.
Grand River Country Club membership card, 1919.
Trip ephemera: Florence Sims and Mrs. William Roos, London and Paris.

One leaflet promoting the Royal Opera's 1912 season at Covent Garden

Membership cards signed by Harvey J. Sims for the Rangers Football Club dated 1890 and 1899, listing officers and executive, club grounds and colours. In 1890, Harvey J. Sims is listed as on the Committee of Management; in 1899, he is on the executive committee. The 1899 card includes the W.F.A (Western Football Association) schedule for the spring season. These cards are in addition to a copy of the Western Football Association Annual for 1900, edited by D. Forsyth, Secretary Western Football Association and printed in Berlin. This volume contains the constitution and rules, hints for referees and players, as well as detailed lists of champion teams from 1880 to 1899. The pages for 1900, printed in red, appear to have been pasted in at the front and end of the 1899.

Ephemera including lists of names, invitations, menus, itineraries relating to a special meeting of the British, Canadian, and American Bar Associations held in London, England, July 1924.

Christmas card from the Scots Fusiliers of Canada with photograph (printed on coated paper) tipped in: "Their Majesties at Kitchener, June 6th, 1939." Left to right: William Lyon Mackenzie King, Queen Elizabeth, King George VI, standing on the reception platform at the Kitchener railway station.