The first, second and 1950 annual statements of the Ontario Equitable Life & Accident Insurance Company.

A baby shower gift tag.

The message printed on the tag reads, This Gift for your shower Brings good wishes, too, For "showers of joy" For your Baby and You!

The tag is signed by Reta.

Material created and accumulated by Dorothy Etta Russell (nee White) during her career as a teacher. Includes teaching materials.

Full body studio portrait of Russel Nash as an infant seen seated, dressed in white gown with a lace collar, and smiling at something off camera.

Material created and accumulated by Orpheus Moyer Schantz. Includes one account of a dream.

1 letter.

Date and Place from: August 3, 1927 Kitchener [Ontario] To Russell, Clarke, 1903-1954 From Schantz, Florence Annie Catherine, 1879-1938 Attachments: No envelope.

The Geographic Society of Chicago Yearbook for 1919 to 1921. In the yearbook, Orpheus Moyer Schantz is listed as a member of the society.

Studio portrait of a group of unidentified children seen seated and standing.

Head and shoulders studio portrait of unidentified teenager seen in profile and wearing a lace-collared top.

Image of a rocky shoreline with a windblown tree at left. People are visible in the distance, walking along the rocks.

Image of Don and Lyndon Gross standing in front of in front of a snowman, seen in profile, on a residential street. Snowshoes and a toboggan are positioned at the base of the snowman.

Photograph of Dorothy Russell and her son, Harold. They are posed standing next to each other outside on a bright, sunny day. They appear to be in the yard of what is likely the Russell family home. Trees and shrubs are seen behind them and in the right background a truck is partially visible.

Material created and accumulated by Arthur Benjamin Schantz. Includes one new years card.

Education material created and accumulated by Dorothy Russell. Includes school notebooks, examinations, artwork, and certificates.

Two Metropolitan Life Insurance Company Calendars, both colour, for 1898 and 1900. The 1898 calendar is illustrated with the heads of four children singing while the 1900 calendar features four children, one in a chef's hat and apron, having tea.

A memorial poem for Etta Lydia Mary White (nee Schantz) and a funeral card for Tobias Schantz.

Easter Greetings card featuring tulips, birch trees and a cottage. It reads: "A greeting of friendliness / At Easter with best wishes / For your happiness".

Photograph of a tree lined dirt pathway through Victoria Park. Lamppost visible in background.

Material created and accumulated by Sophie Emma Schantz. Includes one book of song lyrics presented to Sophie as a gift.

Report cards from Berlin public school for Dorothy Russell.

A notebook belonging to Franklin Abram Schantz containing school notes, letters to friends and family, and poems. Also includes a newspaper clipping that was found on the notebook about Franklin Abram Schantz from 1949.

Correspondence and related ephemeral items, to and from members of the Schantz family and friends.

One snapshot of Isabel Hachburn and Eddie McKinley standing outside next to a car.

A postcard showing a boy and two horses, compliments of D.W. Karn & Co. Karn was based in Woodstock and manufactured organs.

A notebook containing a subscription list to defray the running expenses of the Kitchener Orphanage dated October 1922, Kitchener, Ontario. The notebook is labelled no. 14 and contains lists of names and amounts subscribed. It is not known which geographic area is covered under this canvass for maintenance.

At the time this notebook was created, Franklin Abram Schantz was Secretary of the Kitchener Orphanage.

A certificate issued by the Public Schools Inspector's Office of the Public Schools of the County of Waterloo on November 1, 1881certifying that Emma Shantz [sic], pupil at the Conestoga Public School, has been promoted to the sixth class. The certificate is signed by Thomas Pearce, Public School Inspector and George McIntyre, teacher.

Eight pieces of correspondence to Dorothy Etta White from Rose Hilliard, postmarked Waterloo and Goderich, Ont. Includes stamped envelopes.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “HCFR Reminiscences: Recollections Of Waterloo College, 1954-58.” The article provides biographical information about Harold Russell, specifically describing his experience as a student at Waterloo College.

1 letter.

Date and Place from: October, [1928] Chatham [Ontario] To [Schantz family] From Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 Attachments: No envelope. Includes three newspaper clippings. The clippings are about the price of peaches, D. McLachlan's operation, and an accident that Clarke investigated. The letter is incomplete as the first half is missing.

Print of a photograph of Levi Nash Moyer.

One full body studio portrait of Dorothy Louise Moyer, age 10 1/2 months. Dorothy is shown sitting on a chair looking at the camera and dressed in a white gown.

A notebook containing a subscription list to defray the running expenses of the Kitchener Orphanage dated October 1922, Kitchener, Ontario. The notebook is labelled no. 12 and contains lists of names and amounts subscribed. This canvass for maintenance covers the geographic area of King, Frederick, Weber and Cedar, and all streets between King and Weber.

At the time this notebook was created, Franklin Abram Schantz was Secretary of the Kitchener Orphanage.

Two pieces of correspondence to Dorothy Etta White from Gladys, St. Jacobs, Ont.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “HCFR Reminiscences: A Kitchener Boy.” The article provides biographical information about Harold Russell, specifically describing his childhood.

1 short note announcing the birth of Donald Richard Russell.

Date and Place from: February 24, 1929 Chatham [Ontario] To [Schantz family] From Russell, Clarke, 1903-1954 Attachments: No envelope.

One upper body studio portrait of Jake Moyer in collared shirt and tie seen looking off camera.

A certificate issued by the Public Schools Inspector's Office, Public Schools of the County of Waterloo, on April 18, 1879, certifying that Emma Shantz [sic], pupil at the Conestoga Public School, has been promoted to the fifth class. The certificate is signed by Thomas Pearce, Public School Inspector and George A. McIntyre, teacher.

Photograph of Charlotte Hayes and mother-in-law Mary Elizabeth "Mollie" Moyer. They are seen sitting together in a hammock on the front porch of a home. Charlotte is shown wearing a boater hat.

1 letter.

Date and Place from: [1899] Berlin [Ontario] To Schantz, Arthur Benjamin, 1876-1958 From Schantz, Mary Moyer, 1840-1935 Attachments: No envelope.

One upper body studio portrait of Harvey Moyer.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “HCFR Reminiscences: A Career in the History Classroom.” The article provides biographical information about Harold Russell, specifically describing his career as a teacher.

Portrait of Anna Tomlins Moyer taken outdoors. Anna is shown sitting on a wicker chair with branches behind her.

One numbered sample of penmanship, possibly taken from a book of samples. It is in the form of an invitation with "Ladies' Hand" written at the top.

One piece of correspondence to Dorothy Etta White from Anne Galbraith postmarked Mount Forest, Ont. Includes stamped envelope.

A notebook containing a subscription list to defray the running expenses of the Kitchener Orphanage dated October 1922, Kitchener, Ontario. The notebook is labelled no. 11 and contains lists of names and amounts subscribed. This canvass for maintenance covers the geographic area of Frederick, Lancaster to Railway, and all streets between Frederick and Railway.

At the time this notebook was created, Franklin Abram Schantz was Secretary of the Kitchener Orphanage.

Two pieces of correspondence to Dorothy White from Kay Frizzell, postmarked Toronto and Bognor, Ont. Includes stamped envelopes. Kay was a friend from Toronto when Dorothy attended Normal School there.

An envelope addressed to Herbert Cecil Palmer Schantz from the Weare Commission Company in Orpheus Moyer Schantz’s hand. Orpheus worked for the company.

1 letter.

Date and Place from: November 25, 1934 Chilliwack [British Columbia] To Russell, Jennie, 1877-1948 and Russell, Ernest, 1874-1943 From White, Ward Malott, 1870-1948 Attachments: No envelope.

Portrait of Anna Tomlins Moyer taken outside. Anna is shown seated in a wicker chair with tree branches behind her.

One upper body studio portrait of Ella Moyer.

One music booklet containing words and music to various popular songs. It is possible the booklet was distributed by the publisher, The S. Brainard's Sons Co. at the World's Columbian Exposition (World's Fair) in Chicago in 1893 since the cover page makes reference to the fair.

A notebook containing a subscription list to defray the running expenses of the Kitchener Orphanage dated October 1922, Kitchener, Ontario. The notebook is labelled no. 10 and contains lists of names and amounts subscribed. This canvass for maintenance covers the geographic area of Lancaster, Ellen, Queen and Margaret Ave., to Railroad, and all streets between Margaret Ave. And Lancaster.

At the time this notebook was created, Franklin Abram Schantz was Secretary of the Kitchener Orphanage.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “Schantz Family Homesteading in Alberta: Homesteading In The West: The Schantz Family Experience.” The article describes the experiences of various Schantz family members that homesteaded in Alberta, Canada including Tobias Schantz, Austin Tobias Schantz, Arthur Benjamin Schantz, Florence Annie Catherine Schantz, and Ward White.

A notebook containing a subscription list to defray the running expenses of the Kitchener Orphanage dated October 1922, Kitchener, Ontario. The notebook is labelled no. 9 and contains lists of names and amounts subscribed. This canvass for maintenance may cover the geographic area of the west side of King from Erb to Allan. Caroline St. From Erb to Allan. Park st. From Allan to William. Weaver St. From King to Caroline St. William St. From King to Foundry. Park Ave. From Caroline to foundry. Short St. It may also cover the geographic area of Frederick, Weber to Young, Ahrens and Railway and Ellen, Queen and Margaret Ave to tracks, and all streets between Weber, Ellen and Margaret, Frederick and the R.R. Tracks.

At the time this notebook was created, Franklin Abram Schantz was Secretary of the Kitchener Orphanage.

1 letter.

Date and Place from: May 27, 1927 Toronto [Ontario] To Russell, Jennie, 1877-1948 From Walker, Horace Attachments: No envelope. This letter was folded up with the letter of the same date from Audrey Russell [Walker].

One formal studio portrait of Etta Lydia Mary White (nee Schantz) in adolescence or early adulthood.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “Hervey Meyer Bowman: Unrequited Scholar.” The article provides biographical information about Hervey Meyer Bowman.

Ten pieces of correspondence to Dorothy White from Verna Fraser, postmarked Hamilton and Sarnia, Ont. Includes stamped envelopes. Verna was a friend from Toronto when Dorothy attended Normal School there.

Head and shoulders studio portrait of Abraham Nash Moyer seen in partial profile.

One upper body studio portrait of an unidentified adult.

Handmade New Years card from the Schantz family to Arthur Benjamin Schantz. The card features calligraphy, small drawings of bells and has scherenschnitte edges. It reads: "1894. Wishing you a joyous new year. To Arthur B. Schantz From Ruth, Carrie & Orph."

2 letters.

Date and Place from: May 27, 1927 Toronto [Ontario] To Russell, Jennie, 1877-1948 From Russell, Audrey Attachments: No envelope.

Date and Place from: December 11, 1933 Toronto [Ontario] To Russell, Jennie, 1877-1948 From Russell, Audrey Attachments: No envelope. Includes a note from Clarke Russell in the body of the letter. Additional signatories: Russell, Clarke, 1903-1954.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “Schantz Family of Berlin:Franklin Abram Schantz, 12 January 1874-1 October 1962.” The article provides biographical information about Franklin Abram Schantz.

Studio group portrait of Abraham Nash Moyer with wife Nannie Entrekin Moyer and children Metta Sophia and Clyde Entrekin.

Postcard addressed to a Miss W.E. Schantz written on an official postcard from the World's Columbian Exposition showing the government building and president Cleveland.

Two pieces of correspondence to Dorothy Etta White from Peggy Flarity, Hamilton, Ont. Includes stamped envelope. Peggy was a friend from Toronto when Dorothy attended Normal School there.

One upper body studio portrait of Ela Bliss Moyer seen looking off camera in partial profile.

Three items : a page which was probably torn from a Sunday School tract bearing an illustration of a Biblical scene; a printed medallion with an adhesive backing which may have been attached to a card; and a serviette with names and dates handwritten in pencil.

A notebook containing a subscription list to defray the running expenses of the Kitchener Orphanage dated October 1922, Kitchener, Ontario. The notebook is labelled no. 8 and contains lists of names and amounts subscribed. It is not known which geographic area is covered under this canvass for maintenance.

At the time this notebook was created, Franklin Abram Schantz was Secretary of the Kitchener Orphanage.

A notebook containing a subscription list to defray the running expenses of the Kitchener Orphanage dated October 1922, Kitchener, Ontario. The notebook is labelled no. 7 and contains lists of names and amounts subscribed. This canvass for maintenance covers the geographic area of King, Young, Ahrens and Railway, and all streets between King and Ahrens.

At the time this notebook was created, Franklin Abram Schantz was Secretary of the Kitchener Orphanage.

4 letters.

Date and Place from: January 16, 1927 Chilliwack [British Columbia] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 and Russell, Clarke 1903-1954 From White, Ward Malott, 1870-1948 Attachments: No envelope.

Date and Place from: April 10, 1927 Chilliwack [British Columbia] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 and Russell, Clarke, 1903-1954 From White, Ward Malott, 1870-1948 Attachments: No envelope.

Date and Place from: December 17, 1933 Chilliwack [British Columbia] To Russell, Dorothy Etta 1900-2005 and Russell, Clarke, 1903-1954 From White, Ward Malott, 1870-1948 Attachments: No envelope.

Date and Place from: December 20, 1934 Chilliwack [British Columbia] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 and Russell, Clarke, 1903-1954 From White, Ward Malott, 1870-1948 Attachments: No envelope.

A menu card with entries for a formal dinner or luncheon held on January 24, 1895.

A double sided presentation board with poems written in calligraphy on the wood thrush and the white throat sparrow accompanied by illustrations of the birds created by Orpheus Moyer Schantz.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “Schantz Family of Berlin: Florence Annie Catherine Schantz, December 28, 1879-March 11, 1938.” The article provides biographical information about Florence Annie Catherine Schantz.

One piece of correspondence to Dorothy Etta White from Thelma faithwaite, Goderich, Ont. Includes stamped envelope.

One full body studio portrait of Inez Muriel Martin, aged one year. Inez is showing standing on a chair, wearing a long white gown with lace.

One head and body studio portrait of Ela Bliss Moyer seen looking off camera.

A notebook containing a subscription list to defray the running expenses of the Kitchener Orphanage dated October 1922, Kitchener, Ontario. The notebook is labelled no. 5 and contains lists of names and amounts subscribed. This canvass for maintenance covers the geographic area of Ahrens, Railway and St. Ledger, and all streets between Ahrens and St. Ledger.

At the time this notebook was created, Franklin Abram Schantz was Secretary of the Kitchener Orphanage.

1 letter.

Date and Place from: October 23, 1930 Kitchener [Ontario] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 and Russell, Clarke, 1903-1954 From Schantz, Sophie Emma, 1869-1958 Attachments: No envelope.

One sheet with two maps of South America and Ireland, respectively, drawn in pencil by Etta Lydia Mary White (nee Schantz). The drawings are probably a school project or assignment.

One upper body studio portrait of Ela Bliss Moyer.

Originally in page 25 of album 2.

A campaign advertising card for William W. Weare for Representative to the Legislature for the 19th Senatorial District of Chicago. Orpheus Moyer Schantz and family lived in the 19th district.

Four pieces of correspondence to Dorothy Etta White from Marguerite Fair, postmarked Toronto, Barrie, Owen Sound, Ont. Includes stamped envelopes.

Head and shoulders studio portrait of Grace Longworth seen looking slightly off camera.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “Schantz Family of Berlin: Etta's Wedding.” The article provides a description of Etta Lydia Mary White (nee Schantz) and Ward White's wedding in 1897.

1 letter.

Date and Place from: August 24, 1926 Kitchener [Ontario] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 and Russell, Clarke, 1903-1954 From Schantz, Mary Moyer, 1840-1935 Attachments: No envelope.

One advertising card announcing the opening of a branch of the Empire Tea Company store in Berlin (Kitchener), Ontario.

One piece of correspondence to Dorothy Etta White from Eva, Toronto, Ont.

One upper body studio portrait of Ela Bliss Moyer in collared shirt and tie seen looking at camera.

Group portrait of Lang Treacy Co. Ltd. (dry goods and house-furnishings) employees posed outdoors taken June 1927. Image shows Franklin Schantz (back row, 4th) W.C. Treacy (front row, far right), R.D. Lang (second row, first from left) and E.D. Lang (third row, first from left). Also of note are the dress of the employees, particularly a fur stole.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “Dorothy Russell: A life in the Twentieth Century: A Return to Teaching.” The article provides biographical information about Dorothy Etta Russell (nee White), specifically describing her career as a teacher and her experiences during the second World War. The article also provides some biographical information about Franklin Abram Schantz, Sophie Emma Schantz, Florence Annie Catherine Schantz, Austin Tobias Schantz, Arthur Benjamin Schantz, Donald Richard Russell and Harold Clarke Franklin Russell.

A notebook containing a subscription list to defray the running expenses of the Kitchener Orphanage dated October 1922, Kitchener, Ontario. The notebook is labelled no. 2 and contains lists of names and amounts subscribed. This canvass for maintenance covers the geographic area of King, Louisa, Edward and Railway, and all streets between Edward and King.

At the time this notebook was created, Franklin Abram Schantz was Secretary of the Kitchener Orphanage.

Two reprints from the September 1926 edition of The Hotel Monthly of "Ten Days in the Proposed Great Smoky Mountains National Park” by John Willy, given out by Schantz Tours. One reprint is signed by Dorothy Russell.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “Dorothy Russell: A life in the Twentieth Century: Dorothy Russell, Retired Teacher.” The article provides biographical information about Dorothy Etta Russell (nee White), specifically describing her life after she retired from teaching.

2 letters.

Date and Place from: June 25, 1931 Kitchener [Ontario] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 and Russell, Clarke, 1903-1954 From Schantz, Frank, 1874-1962 Attachments: No envelope. Includes a newspaper clipping titled "Traffic officer touches 85 miles an hour mark to check speeding motorist.ﾔ The newspaper clipping is not mentioned in the letter, and is dated May 6, 1931.

Date and Place from: March 3, 1932 Kitchener [Ontario] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 and Russell, Clarke, 1903-1954 From Schantz, Frank, 1874-1962 Attachments: No envelope.

A notebook containing a subscription list to defray the running expenses of the Kitchener Orphanage dated October 1922, Kitchener, Ontario. The notebook is labelled no. 1 and contains lists of names and amounts subscribed. This canvass for maintenance covers the geographic area of King, Louisa, Charon and Waterloo boundary, and all streets between King and Charon.

At the time this notebook was created, Franklin Abram Schantz was Secretary of the Kitchener Orphanage.

A printed set of fourteen midsummer examinations issued by the Education Department, Province of Ontario in various subjects including arithmetic, writing, euclidean geometry, German and history. The examinations appear to be part of the requirements of the program of study in preparation for normal or teacher training school.

Three pieces of correspondence to Dorothy Etta Russell from Marjorie and Lee N. Duncan postmarked Florida, Illinois and California. Includes stamped envelopes and photographs.

Studio portrait of Grace Evelyn Kolb, aged 8 years, 8 days, seated, holding Raymond Oliver Kolb, aged 1 year on lap. Evelyn is seen with has large ribbons in her hair and Raymond is holding a sprig of greenery.

One upper body studio portrait of Edmond Warren Moyer in collared shirt and bow tie.