File consists of one patch given to the Ontario YWCA Baseball champs.

A Type B flying helmet issued to Cameron Hill by the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War.

A haversack that belonged to Cameron Hill during the Second World War containing a mess tin and a drawstring bag filled with his personal possessions. The haversack was possibly part of the kit issued to Cameron Hill by the Royal Canadian Air Force or the replacement kit given to him by the Canadian Red Cross in 1942.

Three Air Observer’s half-wing badges, also known as ‘O’ badges, that were issued to Cameron Hill by the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War.

A mess tin that belonged to Cameron Hill during the Second World War. The mess tin was found inside Cameron's haversack and was possibly part of the kit issued to him by the Royal Canadian Air Force or the replacement kit given to him by the Canadian Red Cross.

Two identification tags issued to Cameron Hill during the Second World War when he was held in custody as a prisoner of war at Stalag XVIIIC (317), a German prisoner of war camp located in Markt Pongau, Austria from September 27, 1943 to November 25, 1943.

The Africa Star that was awarded to Cameron Hill for his service in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War. Also includes the accompanying medal ribbon as well as the original box that the medal was received and stored in.

A money belt that belonged to Cameron Hill during the Second World War.

A drawstring bag that belonged to Cameron Hill during the Second World War containing some of his personal items including a sewing kit, hand mirror, and rifle cartridge and bullet.

An AK 39 (Armbandkompaß 39) wrist compass used by pilots and aircrew in the German Luftwaffe during the Second World War.

A portrait of Cameron Hill, possibly a proof, wearing his Royal Canadian Air Force uniform notably including an Officer's cap, an Observer's Wing badge, and a service medal ribbon for the Africa Star and the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal. Also includes a folding photograph holder intended to store two photographs.

A small compass that belonged to Cameron Hill during the Second World War.

File consists of two identical patches given to the champions of the Ladies Twin City All Stay Basketball league.

A rank insignia badge for a Flight Sergeant that was issued to Cameron Hill by the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War.

Three rank insignia badges for a Leading Aircraftman issued to Cameron Hill by the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War.

Six buttons that were issued to Cameron Hill by the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War likely as part of his service dress uniform.

Two metal lighters that belonged to Cameron Hill during the Second World War.

The War Medal 1939-1945 that was awarded to Cameron Hill for his service in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War. Also includes the accompanying medal ribbon as well as the original box that the medal was received and stored in.

A medal bar brooch that belonged to Cameron Hill. The brooch was used to mount the five medals he was awarded for his service in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War to his uniform likely in swing mounted style.

Six ribbon bars issued to Cameron Hill. The ribbon bars correspond to the five medals awarded to Cameron Hill for his service in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War including the 1939-1945 Star, the Africa Star, the Defence Medal, the Canadian Volunteer War Medal, and the 1939-1945 War Medal.

One file folder box that was originally used to store all of the textual records found within this collection. The box is labelled.

Millinery design portfolio in black paper created by G. Stommel with handwritten annotations regarding types of ribbons, shapes of felts, wires, and straw fibres used in the making of hats; drawings and magazine clippings with different styles of hats and headcovers; and mounted fabric samples showing millinery materials and sample stitches. Portfolio was probably made as a result of a sewing course taken by Stommel, possibly in a junior college or high school.

Portfolio includes information on bonnets, fedoras, highlander hats, sailor hats, tophat hats, pancake hats, tricorns, berets, cartwheel hats, skull-caps, straw disk hats, toques, chechias, Brummell hats, stocking caps, hoods, derby hats, half hats, helmets, turbans, pottery hats, pilgrim's hat, Bretons, sky-scrapper hats, postilion hats, roller hats, gaucho hats, handkerchief hats, and caps.

Portfolio also mentions some millinery designers and stores such as: milliner and fashion merchandiser Lilly Daché, milliner and fashion designer Caroline Reboux, fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli, New York's luxury department store Bonwit Teller, California's high fashion and specialty goods luxury department store I. Magnin & Company, and New York's women's department store Henri Bendel.

File consists of five Girl Guide badges.

Personal correspondence sent and received by Bettie Bernice Wilson. Also contains a paper and metal badge included in one of the letters.

Inscribed plaque from Church of the Good Shepherd, "In memory of John M. Schneider 1859-1942 who loved this church";

Millinery design portfolio in brown paper created by Doris Schnelder with handwritten annotations regarding felt shapes, felt finishes, millinery principles, ribbons, wires, straws, straw fibres, straw hat seams, and places of origin of straws; magazine clippings with different styles of hats and headcovers; and mounted fabric samples showing millinery materials, types of braids and bows, and sample stitches. Portfolio was probably made as a result of a sewing course taken by Doris Schnelder, possibly in a junior college or high school.

Portfolio includes information on sailor hats, doll hats, tricornes, pillbox hats, postilion hats, berets, picture hats, toques, fedoras, calotte caps, alpine hats, turbans, half hats, Juliet caps, Scottish tam-o-shanter hats, casques, biggin caps, jockey caps, Dutch hats, cloches, Harlequin hats, mushroom hats, casquettes, blimper brim hats, snood caps, bowler hats, halo hats, bell boy caps, cowboy hats, Robin Hood hats, Eugenie hats, cartwheel hats, profile hats, postilian hats, coolie hats, and puritan hats.

File consists of two copper plates showing a photograph of Dana Porter.

File consists of nineteen cardboard plates used to make prints of a Karsh photograph of Dana Porter.

Collection consists of two plaques. One of is oval shaped with text that reads "Whaler Sailing 2nd Town of Dartmouth incorporated 1873 Bicentenary". The back of the plaque has an inscription stating it was made by the Atlantic Pattern Works. The second is a rectangular plaque with a metal etched portrait of a man in a suit and tie. On the back is a clipping that depicts the same image as on the front of with the name "Fred A. Hodgson" underneath.

File consists of two zinc plates showing a photograph of Dana Porter.

A Royal Canadian Air Force blazer crest that was likely purchased by Cameron Hill after the Second World War.

A Royal Canadian Air Force jacket badge that was acquired by Cameron Hill during or after the Second World War.

Personal correspondence received by Joan Hollobon from her friend, author C. W. Macintosh.
C. W. Macintosh was born in 1865 in Peking (China), the daughter of a missionary family in South Africa. She was a close personal friend of Joan Hollobon's and his father, in particular.
Contains a copy of The sleep by Elizabeth Barrett Browning.
Includes leather file folder where records arrived in archives.

Two Queen Elizabeth II coronation medals. Betty Schneider notes these were probably given to M.P.s to commemorate the Queen's visit to Canada.

K-W Jaycees scissors and letter opener presented to Norman C. Schneider.

Four coins:

• American nickel 1913;
• British Empire Exhibition 1924;
• Canadian dollar 1949;
• City of Kitchener Centennial Wooden Nickel 1954

File consists of one silver box awarded to Kathleen Montgomery for 25 years of employment at UWO.

File consists of one gold pin awarded to Kathleen Montgomery for 25 years of employment at UWO.

A white jacket from the Waterloo College and Associate Faculties (also referred to as the Associate Faculties) purchased and worn by Robert Judd, an undergraduate student, in 1958. The front left-side of the jacket features a design printed in blue that includes the school name, “Waterloo College,” the Waterloo College coat of arms, and the Waterloo College motto “Veritas omnia vincit.” The back of the jacket features the word “Engineering” printed in blue lettering across the centre.

Robert Judd arrived on campus in September 1957 and joined the second cohort of students in the newly established Associate Faculties. Judd began classes in October 1957 and adhered to a 40-hour weekly classroom schedule. Classes were held in temporary portables located in the Waterloo College parking lot. Robert Judd likely purchased the jacket in the spring of 1958 and wore it until a new grey school jacket became available around 1960. He kept this jacket for many years as an alumnus and recently celebrated his sixtieth-year anniversary in 2023.

K-W Quota Club compact presented to Ethel Schneider as K-W Quota Club Woman of the Year.

File consists of two fabric jacket patches from the University of Toronto.

Two cufflinks that belonged to Cameron Hill authorized by the Royal Canadian Air Force Association.

One ribbon and two invitations related to the official opening of Highway 401 between Highways 25 and 8 on November 17, 1960.

Robert Hanselman's slide rule (model Polylog No. 930, created by Diwa of Denmark) and leather case. According to Hanselman, he used the slide rule in his first class (likely Physics) which could have been one of the University of Waterloo's first classes.

Robert Hanselman's briefcase with three inner compartments and two hand handles.

Materials related to the 50th wedding anniversary of A. R. and Jean Kaufman celebrated on August 12, 1961. Includes photographs of the couple printed on paper and a photograph of the couple with their three children, a printing plate for the invitations with a printed envelope, and a wedding anniversary guest book used to record guests and printed by Hutchings & Patrick Limited (Ottawa, Canada). On the second page of the guest book, there is a metal medal pasted that reads “50th / Kaufman’s ‘61’.”

Two pieces of currency: a German hundred million mark note, a note for one million dollars in gold from "The Bank of the United States". File also includes postcards and clippings from The Rotarian.

One ribbon from the official opening of Freeport diversion of Highway No. 8. on September 19, 1963.

CHYM cheque for $14.90 presented to Norman C. Schneider.

File consists of fifteen small party favour red ensign flags. The flags are silk and are on wooden posts. Twelve are in the original package which states they are made in Japan.

Rotary Club of Kitchener plaque presented to Norman C. Schneider that reads: "Rotary Club of Kitchener : for loyal and devoted service above self, presented to Norm Schneider, 1927-1966, President 1932-1933, Feb. 1966”

Waterloo Lutheran University hood presented to Norman C. Schneider when granted an honourary doctorate.

Waterloo Lutheran University honourary doctorate presented to Norman C. Schneider.

File consists of one Canadian Centennial Medal awarded to George Elmore Reaman in recognition of valuable service to the nation.

Government of Canada centennial medal presented to Norman C. Schneider.

Fonds consists of two binders compiled by Dr. Henry H. Crapo when he was a Trustee with the Wasemquia Charitable Trust. The binders document the Vestris Prize Competition for Choreography in 1967 and 1968, which the Wasemquia Charitable Trust helped to sponsor. Fonds documents scheduling and planning for the competition, as well as lists of competitors and judges.

Correspondence addressed to and from Henry Crapo, discussing various topics such as invitations sent to renowned ballet dancers in the New York world to judge in the competition are included, along with press releases and letters to advertisement agencies to promote the competition. Other records in the binders include clippings from newspaper and magazines advertising the competition, as well as black and white photographs depicting trophies from the competitions and scenes of performance entries.

Fonds also includes a yellow patina bronze statue that depicts a caricature of Auguste Vestris, which acted as the central theme for the Vestris Prize competition. The statue portrays Auguste Vestris with an oversized head, wings, and a garland.

One enameled red and white Canadian Red Cross Society service medallion presented to Norman C. Schneider.

Plaque commemorating the Kitchener Young Men's Club (KYMC), Kitchener's first service club dedicated to the stimulation and maintenance of all matters of civic welfare. Plaque includes an inscription and a Canadian coin for 50 cents from 1968.

A gold blazer from the University of Waterloo purchased and worn by Peter (Otis) Dallas, an undergraduate student in the second kinesiology class of 1972. The jacket includes a patch with the University of Waterloo name and the logo for the School of Physical Education and Recreation on the chest pocket. The order for the student blazers was placed by Dr. Robert (Bob) Norman and Neil Widmeyer, both faculty members in the School of Physical Education and Recreation at the time. Peter Dallas wore the blazer at every alumni reunion and recently celebrated his fiftieth-year anniversary in 2022.

K-W Oktoberfest plaque presented to Norman C. Schneider that reads: "Presented to Norman C. Schneider in recognition of an outstanding contribution to the food industry of Waterloo County, Kitchener-Waterloo 'Oktoberfest', 1970."

Kitchener-Waterloo Hospital medallion with green and white ribbon presented to N.C. Schneider on the occasion of the opening of the hospital, 1970.

Silver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Vespasian and on the reverse Pax seated holding and olive-branch and a caduceus.

Waterloo-Wellington Airport Commission certificate presented to Norman C. Schneider that reads: "This testimonial scroll is presented to Norman C. Schneider, the innovator and founding chairman of the Waterloo-Wellington Airport Commission, in grateful recognition of twenty-five years of valuable, unselfish and distinguished service in the field of aviation to the people of this area . . . We salute him . . . and hereby confer and bestow upon him the title of Honourary Life Member of the Waterloo-Wellington Airport Commission." [Signed] R. Buddell, Chairman and Russ Mcleod, Secretary, Dec. 9, 1971.

City of Kitchener award of merit certificate presented to Norman C. Schneider and two clippings. The award was presented in recognition of Schneider's service as the city's representative on the Waterloo-Wellington Airport Commission for more than 40 years. It reads: "The Corporation of the City of Kitchener: award of merit. The mayor and council of the Corporation of the City of Kitchener gratefully award this certificate to N.C. Schneider in recognition of outstanding effort, interest and ability, freely given in the service of the City of Kitchener and its many citizens. In witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the Corporation to be affixed this twenty-eighth day of February 1972. [Signed] Sid McLennan."

Chicopee Ski Club plaque presented to Norman C. Schneider that reads: “Honourary member: Norman Schneider, in appreciation for his many years of contribution to Chicopee Ski Club."

Waterloo-Wellington Flying Club certificate presented to Norman C. Schneider that reads: “Waterloo-Wellington Flying Club. Honorary life membership presented to Norman C. Schneider, October 28, 1972, in recognition of your contribution to the development and growth of the Waterloo-Wellington Flying Club. Approved by the Board of Directors, October 19, 1972.” [Signed]: [illegible], President, Fay MacKay, Secretary.

One "Seduction" board game, a board game designed for two "swinging" couples. The game is complete with board, pieces and cards.

One blue ribbon from the opening of chair lift at Chicopee Ski Club.

Silver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Vespasian and on the reverse priestly implements

Government of Ontario certificate signed by Premier William G. Davis presented to Mr. and Mrs. Norman C. Schneider on the occasion of the their 50th wedding anniversary

Rotary International certificate and medal presented to Norman C. Schneider that reads: "The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International. N.C. Schneider is hereby named a Paul Harris Fellow in appreciation of tangible and significant assistance given for the furtherance of better understanding and friendly relations between peoples of the world, June 1975." [Signed] William F. Walk, Jr., Chairman.

Rotary International certificate presented to Norman C. Schneider that reads: "Rotary International: on the occasion of his visit to Area 8 of Rotary International District 709, President Ernesto Imbassahy de Mello presented to N.C. Schneider this award in appreciation of meeting the obligation of a Paul Harris fellow, June 1975."

Waterloo-Wellington Flying Club plaque presented to Norman C. Schneider that reads: "Norman C. Schneider: in appreciation for your contribution to general aviation, Waterloo-Wellington Flying Club, February 3, 1975."

IBM measurement charts, diagramming templates, reference cards, card punches-verifiers, and flowcharting templates.

A name badge with a pin fastener for Andrew Telegdi. The badge displays Telegdi's name and his title as Chairman of the Basic Job Readiness Training Program Advisory Committee at Youth in Conflict with the Law.

Materials possibly related to the Parents' Information Bureau. Includes a poem titled "#61: Simon was a simple soul" covering matters of birth control among people with low monetary means, and antiquated humorous pieces collected by A. R. Kaufman one of them referencing the birth control poem.

Ontario Pioneer Community Foundation certificate presented to Norman C. Schneider that reads: "Ontario Pioneer Community Foundation. Honourary Director. This is to certify that Norman C. Schneider, having given many years of service in the cause of the Pioneer Foundation and Doon Pioneer Village, is hereby granted this award. dated at Kitchener, Ontario, the 20th day of April, 1976. [Signed]: Elizabeth M. Dreger, President, Gordon Loney, Secretary."

Salvation Army Advisory Board certificate presented to Norman C. Schneider that reads: "The Salvation Army. Norman Schneider has been elected a Life Member of the Salvation Army Advisory Board in recognition of outstanding service, Kitchener, Dec. 31, 1976." Signed by the Public Relations Secretary and the Territorial Commander. Both signatures illegible.

A reproduction of a prisoners' parcel or box similar to those distributed to Allied prisoners of war by the British Red Cross and Order of St. John War Organisation. The reproduction parcel does not include any food, clothing, soap, cigarettes or other items that would have typically been sent inside the box to prisoners of war.

This reproduction parcel belonged to Cameron Hill and was likely given to him during the Royal Air Forces Ex-P.O.W. Association international reunion for kriegies held in London, United Kingdom from May 13-16, 1977.

Materials related to the medal commemorating the Silver Jubilee of the Reign of Queen Elizabeth II. Includes medal, with the case, information about the medal, and certificate awarding the medal to A. R. Kaufman.

File consists of three patches, for the 1973 Air Canada Silver Broom, the 1974 Air Canada Silver Broom and the 1976 European Curling Championship as well as one sticker for the 1977 Uniroyal world junior curling championship.

Rotary International certificate and one 50-year membership card presented to Norman C. Schneider that reads: "Rotary International 50 year membership award to N.C. Norm Schneider of the Rotary Club of Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, a member of Rotary International . . . [Signed] Rolf J. Vlarich, President, Rotary International.

Rotary International plaque presented to Norman C. Schneider that reads: "Congratulations Rotarian : N.C. (Norm) Schneider, in recognition of fifty years of service above self, 1927-1977."

Buttons kept by Mary Johnston from education events including Winston Churchill School, Brighton Public School, and the Federation of Women Teachers' Associations of Ontario.

Collection consists of artefacts from the School of Pharmacy, including pharmacy bottles and a register of poisons.

Also included in this collection were 36 historic pharmacy books that can be found in the catalogue

Keys to the cities of Torreon, Mexico and San Salvador, El Salvador, a medal presented with the Freedom of the City, Athens, and a medal presented in Nicaragua.

A button advertising The Bombshelter Pub at the University of Waterloo.

Kitchener Chamber of Commerce plaque presented to Norman C. Schneider that reads: "Kitchener Chamber of Commerce: presented as a special tribute, and with gratitude, on the occasion of Kitchener's 125th anniversary, 1979. Norman C. Schneider, Past-President, 1930-1931."

File consists of one pin in the shape of a curling broom from the Air Canada Silver Broom of 1980 held in Moncton.

University of Waterloo tracksuit in black, white, and gold in a size S. Tracksuit shows the name "Waterloo" in embroidered white felt letters on the left-hand side of the jacket and was created by Darby sportswear co. LTD (Paris, Ontario).

Rotary Club of Kitchener plaque presented to Norman C. Schneider: "Presented to N.C. (Norm) Schneider, in recognition of 50 years of service above self in the Rotary Club of Kitchener, 1927-1977."

Three ribbons from Waterloo Public Schools sports days; a first, second and third place ribbon and two participant ribbons from Keatsway Public School.

Correspondence sent and received by Robert Shipley in 1983 from different persons and institutions. Includes administrative correspondence related to grants, job applications, submission of his work, letters of acceptance and rejection, invoices and payments, donation agreements, writings about his work as an educator, and letters received from politicians. Also contains personal correspondence, two coins received as a reimbursement from Canada Post, and newspaper clippings received with the correspondence from family and friends.

Kitchener Citizens Fire Prevention and Clean-up Committee plaque presented to Norman C. Schneider that reads: "Kitchener Citizens Fire Prevention and Clean-up Committee : plaque presented to Norman C. Schneider, in appreciation, 1954-1984."

A black leather jacket from the University of Waterloo likely purchased and worn by an undergraduate student in the kinesiology and co-op programs. The front left-side of the jacket includes a patch of the University of Waterloo crest and motto. The back of the jacket contains letter patches that spell out, “UNIVERSITTY OF WATERLOO.” The left sleeve of the jacket features letter patches that spell out, “CO-OP / KIN.” The right sleeve of the jacket includes the number patches, “84.”

One embroidered crest.

Pencil stub belonging to Norman C. Schneider from the desk at his home after his death in 1985.

Series consists of artifacts collected by or presented to Norman C. Schneider, but which are not personalized. These are objects and framed items. Included are certificates, medals, plaques, etc.