Printer's statement: Boedecker & Stuebing, Berlin, C. W.

Seagram connection unknown.

One diary belonging to Mary Schantz (nee Moyer). Diary is largely unwritten in, but includes address, death dates, and psalms.

Leather covered notebook used as a diary. Entries begin May 9th, 1867 during Tobias' trip on the American prairie and continue through his return to Canada. Tobias likely copied from this notebook into the diary which contains entries for the same time period. This book has been written in also by a child, possibly Florence Annie Catherine Schantz.

File consists of a marriage licence or certificate of marriage between John S. Anthes (Township of Wilmot) and Lydia Catharine Herlan (Town of Berlin).

File consists of an abstract from the Registry Office in Berlin of all records pertaining to Lot 2 on the north side of Weber Street and Lots 1, 2, 3, and 4 on the south side of Ahrens Street of David Weber's survey of the Town of Berlin. The first entry in 1798 shows R. Beasley, J. Wilson, and J.B. Rosseau as the grantor and D.W. Smith, W. Claus, and A. Stewart as the grantee; the last entry in 1865 shows David Weber as the grantor and Jacob Hess as the grantee.

Other names appearing on the abstract are: Joseph Brant, Dan Erb and Jacob Erb, Benjamin Eby, and Frederick Gaukel.

Three paper lace valentines, possibly handmade:
Paper lace and coloured floral valentine with lift-up flowers hiding three heart-shapes to write messages on. Inside the card is a hand-written poem to the "Belle" of the ball, signed "Valentine"
Paper lace overlay of bird's nest and flowers over second layer with a two-piece embossed lift up figure of a woman with cherub on her shoulder, purple ribbon and coloured floral decoration applied on her skirt, under this is a third layer with a coloured metallic bird flying into pasted-on coloured floral decorations. A gold and white banner is pasted at the bottom of the page, with "A Token of True Love" printed in blue.The back of this card is signed "from Jemima." Maker's name embossed on back: "Meek"
Pink paper folded valentine with embossed gold floral design surrounding pasted-on die-cut flowers and leaves, below this a white and gold banner reading "A Pledge of Love" in blue. Inside the card is signed" Miss Mary Jemima Cook"

File consists of one full length studio portrait showing Janie Elizabeth Bowlby Clement dressed as Little Red Riding Hood with her dog.

This indenture bears printer's statement: Boedecker & Stuebing, Berlin, C. W.

Empty envelopes addressed to Jemima Cook, postmarked 1864-1867.

File consists of a promissary note by Jacob Hess to the Waterloo County Mutual Fire Insurance Company and an invoice from the company to Hess.

Concerning property on the corner of William and Caroline Streets, Waterloo. Printed by Boedecker & Stuebing, Berlin, C. W.

This agreements relates to property in the Village of Maryborough.

Contains one manuscript recipe book, in an unknown hand. One recipe is dated May 17, 1867. Contains recipes for mains, desserts, and home remedies for ailments.

Includes one diary belonging to Mary Schantz (nee Moyer). Includes names, addresses and death dates of friends and family.

File consists of one photograph of members of the eleven piece Centennial year band.

File consists of an ms. copy of the lots as described in two deeds held by Jacob Hess, signed by M.C. Schofield. The description consists of two parts: Henry Schmitt and wife to Jacob Hess (1858) and David Weber and wife to Jacob Hess (1865).

Reciepts for the purchase of stocks in the Camden Cooperative Society.

One full length studio portrait of Etta Lydia Mary White (nee Schantz) as a child. Etta is shown in a long gown sitting on a short stool.

Carte de visite photograph of unidentified baby, with envelope addressed to Miss M.J. Cook., Preston, On., postmarked Doon, May 29, 1867.

File consists of carte-de-visite photographs. Some subjects are identified: Mrs. Dail from Holland Mills, Mary Riddell, Lydia Chaplin, and Thomas [----ston] from Holland Mills.

Letter at least partially from Rosie Bricker postmarked Salem, December 1, 1868 to her sister Jemima Cook, about Christmas. Most of the letter seems to be written by another (younger?) sister about social life or lack of it in Elora and Salem with some speculation about the future (includes envelope).

Letter from Rosie Bricker dated Salem, December 22 1868 to her sister Jemima Cook. She writes that her husband Ephraim can't leave the mill at Christmas (Includes envelope).

Five writing books, including three numbers of the Harpers Writing Books.

File consists of an indenture concerning Lot 3 on the north side of Weber Street of David Weber's survey in Berlin.

File consists of one full body studio portrait showing George Herbert Bowlby, about age 3, with dog Tippo Saib by the "Ontario" Photograph Gallery, Berlin, Ont. George and Tippo are shown in an outdoor setting in front of a wooden fence.

File consists of an indenture concerning Lots 1, 2, 3, and 4 on the south side of Ahrens Street and Lot 2 on the north side of Weber Street of David Weber's survey in the Town of Berlin.

File consists of one full length studio portrait of Janie Elizabeth Bowlby Clement and brother George Herbert Bowlby, by C. Schneuker, Berlin, Ont. The two are seated side by side wearing sailor outfits.

Illustration from the Illustrated Times, July 4, 1868.

Head and torso studio portrait possibly of John Book or Jesse (last name unknown) seen looking off camera and dressed in suit and tie.

Letter from Hannah Cook dated March 4, 1869 to her sister Jemima Cook, with an added note signed "Harriet", probably visiting their sister Rosie Bricker in Salem. Written on lined paper (Includes envelope postmarked Feb. 12, 1869; probably not correct one).

Certificate of leaving school given by the Public Schools of Upper Canada to William R. Hill on March 19, 1896.

Return of marriages solemnized by Rev. T.A. Ferguson for the half-year ending June 30, 1869, which register page contains an entry for the marriage of Peter Harvey Sims of Glenelg Township, age 25, and Mary Jemima Cook of Waterloo Township, age 22, that took place May 18, 1869. This record was retained by Rev. James Sims.

Letter from Hannah Cook dated Preston, September 2, 1869 to her sister Jemima "Mrs. P.H." Sims, giving her family and friends' news from Salem and from Preston. Mention of dressmaking, spinning, and good food.

Letter from Peter H. Sims from Glenelg, September 18, 1869 to his wife Jemima Sims: "My dear wife
I arrived here safely last night and I Can tell you I was pretty tired. I feel somewhat sore this morning but will be all right soon. There was nothing remarkable happened on the way worthy to being related. When I came in sight of the old House in the moon light I then began to feel lonesome. I felt like turning in and staying all night but I knew you were not there to greet me on my return so I went on to mothers where I got a cup of tea and then went to bed. I slept well for  I was very tired. I begin to see now how lonesome I am going to be without you. No one can supply your place and now you are away I begin to feel it . . . I now bid you good bye with a good hearty kiss.
Hoping to hear from you soon.
I remain your loving husband
P.H. Sims.”
Includes a stamped envelope addressed to Jemima at Flora P.O. (later Floradale) and postmarked Walkerton.

Letter from Peter H. Sims dated Salem, October 4, 1869 to his wife Jemima Sims: "I am making every endeavour to get out of the bush country but I cannot do so untill [sic] I collect the accounts and straighten the business somewhat. After I got back I went out collecting but found it was impossible to get any money, consequently I took cattle. By this means I got a dozen together and I then started for Elora to turn them into money, which I will do tomorrow."

One tintype studio portrait of Sophie Schantz (seated at right) with friends Amanda (last name unknown) and Faith Gribble (standing).

File consists of one full length tintype studio portrait of Edwin Perry Clement (seated) as a child, with an unidentified companion. Both are seen wearing suits and ties. Also includes original envelope with inscription.

Correspondence from Jemima Cook's friends prior to her marriage in 1869.

Group portrait of Freeport Academy teachers and students taken about 1869.

Back row, left to right: Rev. John B. Schlichter, Ezra Weber, Mary Snyder (Mrs. Moses Weaver), Harriet Shupe, Mina Gonder, Miss Bergey, Samuel S. Moyer, Isaac L. Bowman (Principal).

Middle row, left to right: William Simmons, Ananias Eby, Ephraim A. Snyder, James Peterson, William Sherk, Saruch Eby, Charles Shupe, Abraham M. Snyder.

Front row, left to right: Benjamin M. Snyder, Moses Weaver, Abram O. Bowman, Titus Snyder, Horace Beam, Horace Smith, Jacob B. Weaver, Hiram Hewitt.

Series consists of photographs and other visual materials relating to the Kitchener Water Commission and the Grand River Conservation Commission. Photographs relating to the Kitchener Water Commission depict construction of water works facilities, pump houses, and pumping equipment mainly at the Shoemaker (now Greenbrook) and Strange Street pumping stations. Some photographs include the water commissioners. Photographs relating to the GRCC depict the the construction of the Shand and Conestogo dams.

Series also includes a mid-19th century portrait and cartes-de-visite of unidentified women and men, perhaps friends or relatives of the Pequegnat family.

1 ms notarized copy of will, codicils, extracted from the principal Registry of the Probate Divorce and Admiralty Division of the High Court of Justice.

Two copies of a full body studio portrait of John Christian Breithaupt seated and Louis Henry Wagner standing, seen looking at camera.

One full body studio portrait of Etta Lydia Mary White (nee Schantz) at the age of three.

Etta is shown seated on a small stool.

One fully body cartes-de-visite studio portrait of Etta Schantz, at the age of three. Etta is seated on a small stool.

File consists of one deed of land between Henry Nahrgang and John Nahrgang.

File consists of an indenture concerning Lot 3 on the north side of Weber Street of David Weber's survey in Berlin.

Full body studio portrait of John S. Anthes standing next to a side table with a hat on top. Anthes is seen looking at the camera, arms at sides.

Material relating to the settlement of Petworth emigrants in Woodstock, Ontario. Consists of photocopies from 19th century manuscript sources.

Letter from Jacob Anthes to his parents, Martin and Catharine that begins with an update about a blessed assembly and extended meeting at Brother Bittner's. He shares that his wife Magdalena has been unwell for some time, but remains cheerful, and notes that he wants to fetch Katharina Weber to server her. He also shares that Magdalena David, currently in Berlin, is expected in the next week. He concludes by asking that Heinrich be told to come to Sebringville to wed and that J. Wolf be advised to hold off selling half the wheat.

Account book with entries that cover the expenses of Henry and Catherine Wagner in 1858 and 1870. A note at the beginning of the book reads "Book for the Children Wagner by Heinrish 9 of April, 1870"

Document outlining the rules for selection of hymns during religious service.

One letter received by Jesse Gross Moyer from Abraham Nash Moyer.

Date and Place from: June 16, 1870 Knobnoster, Mo. To Moyer, Jesse Gross, 1850-1933 From Moyer, Abraham Nash, 1837-1910 Notes: Writes about looking for a school.

Studio portrait of Catherine Wagner Bates. Catherine is dressed formally in a dress with choker necklace, earrings and her hair in a snood.

[24] p. ms. diary in school excercise book kept by J. H. Shoults. This diary was written from Shoults' home in Whitevale and contains daily entries recording personal, social, and professional activities as well as accounts of weather conditions. Diary entries describe Shoults' work as a teacher, as well as some of the farming activities which he carried out on his farm in Whitevale. Shopping and other errands which he ran are also described and many references are made to the prices of farm goods, food, etc. Frequent reference is made to church services and meetings (both Christian Church and Baptist) attended by Shoults as well as to the church choir of which he was a member. Social and family visits and other activities are also described in this diary and the names of many friends and acquaintances are included here also.

One item of correspondence from Joseph Bowman to his father Samuel B. Bowman and his sisters. The letter is dated and addressed December 9, 1870, Berlin [Kitchener]. In the letter Joseph discusses that he has married Nancy [Huber] and that he has been unwell. He discusses life on their farm including harvesting apples, potatoes and pumpkins keeping livestock, and dealing with pests. He also mentions that he is currently fixing their stable which he believes to be the oldest in Waterloo Township. As well, Joseph discusses the recent death of Joseph E. Erb without a will and that Joseph owed him $1200.

An envelope and two lists: these contain identifications for one of the two framed photographs of pupils etc. at the Freeport Academy.

Studio portrait of Louis Henry Wagner seen looking off camera.

A composite class photograph of the scholars attending the Freeport Academy taken around 1870. This photograph was originally housed in an oval frame featuring decorative fruits and leaves. The individuals in the photograph were identified by a list in the Isaac Bowman files.

Row 1, top: Charles Shupe, Levi B. Clemens, Titus Snyder, George A. Scott (Assistant), Levi Sherk, Jacob Hagey.

Row 2: Menno Bowman, Nelson Morley, Henry Woods, J.B. Weaver, Mina Gonder, Menno B. Clemens, Unidentified, Jos. Perrin.

Row 3: Ephraim Snyder, John Groh, Hespeler, Harriet Shupe, I.L.Bowman (Principal), Simon Bowman, Moses Weaver, Levi Roos.

Row 4: Charles Glick, Sylvester Godbold, Benjamin Sherk, A.O. Bowman, Aaron Sherk, Sarah Snyder, Philip Boehmer.

Row 5, bottom: Henry Sauer, John Sherk, Mary Snyder, Saruch Eby, Mary Weaver, Aaron Meyer, Menno B. Clemens.

Ca. [40] p. ms. diary in copy book kept by J. H. Shoults. This diary was written from Shoults' home in Whitevale and contains daily entries recording personal, social and professional activities as well as accounts of weather conditions. Although it is clear from this diary that Shoults is still employed as a school teacher and involved in farming activities, the majority of the diary entries make reference to church services or meetings attended by him. It is evident that he is becoming increasingly involved in church activities. He describes church services and meetings he attends (most of which take place at the Christian Church, but some of which take place at the Baptist Church). He also refers to his attempt to establish a Union Sabbath School, as well as his role as teacher of a Bible class, and the small part he has begun to play in preaching during Christian Church services and meetings. Diary entries do, however, continue to make reference to other matters such as social and family visits (including the names of many friends and acquaintances), and to shopping and errands run by Shoults. Once again much reference is made to the price of farm products, food, etc.

File consists of a mortgage concerning Lots 1, 2, 3, and 4 on the west side of Ahrens Street and Lot 2 on the north side of Weber Street of David Weber's survey in the Town of Berlin. Contains ms. annotations. File also includes three receipts for payments made on the mortgage.

File consists of an indenture concerning Lot 3, North side of Weber Street of David Weber's survey in the town of Berlin. Includes ms. annotations.

Notebook with sermon notes in German. The notebook is in a small leather sac.

Photograph of Margaret Hailer Wagner Bean flanked by her children Louis Henry Wagner and Catherine Wagner Bates.

Studio portrait of Louis Henry Wagner seen looking off camera.

Image of Katie King, draped in white fabric, standing with arms wrapped around abdomen.

Ca. [60] p. ms. diary in notebook kept by J. H. Shoults. The first section of this diary was written from Shoults' home in Whitevale, but from Oct. 26, 1870 he writes from his new home in the 9th Concession of Pickering Township. The last entry contained in this diary is dated Oct. 15, 1871.

This diary includes entries recording personal, social, and professional activities as well as accounts of weather conditions. Initially the entries are written daily, but the latter entries are sporadic. A synopsis of 1870 written by Shoults is also contained in this diary.The diary entries indicate that Shoults has given up teaching at this point and is engaged in working for the Christian Church full-time. Reference is made to the sermons which he prepared and delivered, to church services and meetings he attended, to a Christian conference, and to baptisms and funerals. Some lists of names of converts to the church are included in this diary along with the the name of the place where these individuals first embraced this new religion, the date of their baptism, and the date when they were first united with the church. Reference is also made in this diary to family, social, and parish visits (including the names of many friends and acquaintances), to farming activities, and shopping and errands run by him. Details of farm product and food prices are also included in this diary.

File consists of one studio portrait of William John Motz as an infant. He is sitting, likely in his mother's lap, but she has been cropped out from the photograph.

Ms. note: "C. Kumpf."

Dated Oct. 1, 1871.

File consists of a note from Fred Kempf promising to pay Isaac Wenger a sum of money.

Two letters received by Jacob Nash Moyer.

Date and Place from: February 2, 1871 Ottawa, Ill. To Moyer, Jacob Nash, 1842-1929 From Simon Bros.

Date and Place from: January 21, 1869 Peru, Ill. To Moyer, Jacob Nash, 1842-1929 From Moyer, Tobias, 1832-1909.

File consists of two identical group portraits of Janie Elizabeth Bowlby Clement and Eddie Stinson. Janie is shown leaning her elbow on a desk while Eddie points something out to her on a sheet of paper.

File consists of one profile studio portrait of Janie Elizabeth Bowlby Clement, age 12.