Photograph of Florence Grace Clement (left) and Blanche Mildred Clement Kelly smiling at the camera while standing on a train platform. Florence is holding a camera and Blanche a rolled up newspaper.
Material relating to the activities and interests of Donald Cowan, apart from his career at the University of Waterloo. This includes a paper written on the CANDU Reactor transfer functions, a WATCOM annual report, and the Canada's Technology Triangle presentation cover.
A letter from Ralph G. Stanton to Donald Cowan regarding graduate courses available at the University of Waterloo in the Faculty of Mathematics in Fall 1960. In the letter, Stanton requests that Cowan review a list of course descriptions (not included in this file) and select which he would be most interested in as required for a Masters degree. File also includes Donald Cowan's reply to Stanton outlining the five courses that held the most interest for him.
[5] p. ms. Y.W.C.A. camp report presented by Margaret Schreiter to Board of Directors. In this report Margaret Schreiter describes her own personal observations and impressions as "Camp Mother" at the Y.W.C.A.'s Camp Tinawatawa on Paradise Lake. She praises the camp staff for their good work during the duration of the camp. She also refers to the the camp program and all the activities embraced by it including "Carnival Night", "Dress Up Night", the "Family Picnic", drama productions, singing, and the Christian teachings which were "woven into each day".
Contains material relating to the history and biography of Lyle Hallman and his company, Hallman Construction.
Includes a photocopy of an article on "Our place in history since 1945" by Lyle S. Hallman [after 1992], Hallman Property Management Ltd. "Our background" synopsis of the history of Hallman Construction, a list of human interest questions for Lyle Hallman, notes, biographical notes, biographical time line, correspondence to Lyle Hallman, a "Memo of understanding" between Hallman Construction Ltd. and Urie A. Bender for a book on "The Lyle Hallman story" with a note from Lyle Hallman stating that the book was due out in 1992 or 1993.
File consists of one trip diary kept by Florence Bray. The diary details trips to Europe (1926), California (1938 & 1939), New York and Atlantic City (1932), Virginia (1950), Florida (1930 & 1938), Scotland (1892), Gaspe (1946), Muskoka (1946). Also included in the diary are addresses of people met while on trips, a list of hotels stayed in and a fold out map of the United States and Mexico. The 1926 trip to Europe is of particular interest, with descriptions of major European cities and First World War battlefields.
File consists of transparencies, negatives and photographs of Electrhome senior management for the 1995 annual report. Duplication may exist among transparencies and negatives.
Full length portrait of Paul Rieder and Dorothy Scheifele on their wedding day, seen looking at the camera dressed in a tuxedo and wedding dress. Dorothy has a veil on and is holding a large bouquet of flowers at front.
Full length studio portrait of Martha Anthes and Talmon Henry Rieder standing side by side in their wedding attire. Martha, dressed in a white gown adorned with a veil and arm length gloves, is seen holding the back of a wicker chair. Talmon, dressed in suit with a three-quarter length jacket, is seen standing next to Martha with right hand behind back and holding a glove in his left hand.
File consists eleven of items of correspondence addressed to Margaret Rieder. Includes primarily Christmas cards, with one birthday card. Correspondents include: Anthes, Carolina; Clarke, Evelyn; Edkins, Phyllis; Morley, Margaret Louise and Anna Elizabeth; Parry, Magaret; Rieder, Emeline Merner; Rieder, Margareth Anthes.
File consists of handwritten and typed notes, interviews, ephemera, calendars, speeches, and articles relating to the personal and professional life of Tony Urquhart written by both him and others. Also includes a comprehensive CV.
File consists of five letters received by Martha Rieder from family members and friends. Some envelopes are included; stamps have been removed. Also present is an empty envelope. Includes letter from J.I. Frank Anthes on Anthes Mfg. Co. of Berlin letterhead and company envelope.
Series consists of materials created or accumulated by Bernard Suits when he was a student in both public school and at university. Includes student work, class notes, term papers, one bound manuscript with manuscript notes and a year book.
Biographical material about Cora Hind in a variety of formats including typescript notes by Elizabeth Long; manuscript notes by Mrs. Valance Patriarche, a book review, and an excerpt from a biography published in 1945.
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.
On hearing a report that Harvey had been struck by a ball, Jemima advises him strongly to give up football as "beneath the dignity of a practicing [sic] barrister" (includes envelope).
Photograph of two automobiles on a road running through snow covered terrain. Annotation on verso reads: "His Majesty's Royal Mail - and us! Over the trails with Henry Ford."
File consists of one autograph album owned by Emma Bowlby Boyd. Included are autographs from family and friends, as well as drawings and scrapbook material.
Studio portrait of Lydia Anthes with daughters Ella Cook, Martha Rieder, Louisa Breithaupt and Carrie Breithaupt. Ella and Martha are seen standing, with Louisa and Carrie seated on either side of Lydia. Only Lydia and Louisa are looking toward the camera.
Side A. Material on this reel was reproduced latter part of 1962. Nov. 7/60 - preachers. Music - beyond the sunset; Amirah; Vale Owen; Walter; John Welsley; Hymn - he lifted me; Swedenborg; Dr. Hoffman; Garnet Schultz - refers to July 1961 - mentions the university.
Side B. Thursday Sept. 3/62 rescue night. Music - at evening; Amirah - opens meeting; Billy Sunday; Rev. William Dynes - pastor of Baptist Church Elmira - mentions G. Steiss; Lord Twelvetrees - this is exceptional; Indian Boy - Brantford reservation - manifests drowning accident - Pelle Point; Walter Brown - recovered from tragedy; Joe Meinzinger. Reel ran off.
Conference kit from the Adapting to climate change: business planning, risk management, emergency preparedness conference held in Ottawa January 22-23, 2008. Includes slides from keynotes and plenary sessions including Linda Mortsch's talk on The big picture - climate changes effects in Canada by 2027. Also includes notes from Linda on other presentations.
Series is comprised of financial materials created by the George Pattinson Woollen Mill and its predecessors. Includes journals, a general ledger, figure slips, a coal account book and a ledger index.
Series consists of materials created or accumulated by Eric Gill and members of his family. Includes one item of correspondence and two Christmas cards.
File consists of minutes from the years 2010-2012 for the Ontario Provincial Executive Board of Alpha Delta Kappa, Province of Ontario Chapter. Also includes minutes from the Ontario Alpha Delta Kappa Provincial Convention, held May 26, 2012.
Contains municipal and federal tax records pertaining to John Ratz as well as records regarding the disbursement of his estate. Also contains correspondence relating to the sale and rental of family property in Elmira, Ontario.
File consists of one "Board Member's Handbook: a board members' handbook for the Kitchener and Waterloo Community Foundation, 2004." Handbook is divided into 16 sections:
One carousel of slides. The box is labelled "African trip". The carousel is labelled "Rio de Janeiro". The carousel contains slides identified as both, all dated Dec. 1970.
Photocopy of a biographical piece on John Metz Schneider in The province of Ontario : a history, 1615-1927 by J. E. Middleton and Fred Landon. Toronto : Dominion Publishing, 1927-28: 615-616. Includes biographical information about J.M. Schneider and the history of the company.
February 7, 1986 issue of the Kitchener-Waterloo Record. The front-page features an article about the life of Harry Huehnergard printed for his retirement. It also showcases three of his photographs he took for the Record during his career with the newspaper.
File consists of one ledger book used as a botanical specimen album maintained by an unknown collector. Includes approximately 94 flower and leaf samples from across the United States, Canada and Cuba including Quebec, British Columbia, Vermont, New Hampshire, Alaska, Florida, Massachusetts, Arkansas and Georgia. Many of the samples are identified and also include information on where and when they were found.
Advertisement trade card for Soapine by Kendall Manufacturing Company of Providence Rhode Island and illustrated by Charlotte Perkins Gilman showing a woman from behind dusting figurines that spell out Soapine on a mantel piece. Verso reads "Cleanliness in the house, laundry, kitchen and workshop is best secured by the use of Soapine. All wise people continue to use it after one trial. Kendall Mfg. Co. Established 1827. Providence, R.I."
Correspondence from Litchfield Steam Laundry of Litchfield, Illinois. The letterhead shows women at work in the laundry engaged in tasks such as using washing drums, pressing, and folding clothes. The letter reads "...from 40 to 69 lbs. Also, the water is clear now to what is was one month ago. It is also a compound which if you would let stand one month no settling would be acceptable. But hoping you have a machine which can master it. [illegible] yours truly, Hugh Snell"
Series consists of correspondence from William Lyon Mackenzie King to his nephew Arthur King, also to Arthur's wife Kathleen Marion King, written between January 8, 1923 and July 5, 1950. Although Mackenzie King's first letters are directed towards the interests of a growing boy, over the years he stays involved in Arthur's progress through school, university and ultimately in the workplace. He mentions his own activities although often not in detail, sends thank you letters and holiday greetings. He gives Arthur advice on his career, mentions books of interest, and talks about politics, friends, family and visitors to Kingsmere. Arranged chronologically.
This subseries includes material created and accumulated by Andrew Telegdi while he was an undergraduate student at the University of Waterloo. Records include Telegdi’s student identification card, coursework and exams, copies of periodicals and other publications focused on Canadian politics, a button from the Bombshelter Pub, and a theatre playbill.
Clippings from the Kitchener-Waterloo Record regarding Ethel Schneider's work with the Red Cross Society titled "Mrs.Norman C. Schneider receives award of merit," (May 25, 1944) and "Red Cross honors 40 year veteran" (undated).
Clipping of portraits with caption from unidentified newspaper: "By-election candidates in May 26 voting include (left to right) Herbert Roy Scott, 54-year-old Seagrave farmer and CCF choice in Ontario riding; Miss Elizabeth Janzen of Kitchener, Progressive Conservative candidate in Waterloo North, and her Liberal opponent Norman C. Schneider, packinghouse executive."
Photograph of Charles August Ahrens and Emma Ahrens standing in front of a teepee. Each is wrapped in a woollen tartan blankets. Charles is standing with a box upside down on head, pointing at something off camera, and Emma is seen in redface, wearing a feather headdress.
Photocopy of a letter to Jean Hawkings and Frederick P. Schneider from their cousin Ernie [?] in which he expresses admiration for his Aunt Ella and Uncle Fred dated Dec. 8, 1967.
Contains correspondence, handwritten notes, photocopied typed list of jurors, photocopied typed document about awards policies, and copies of jury meeting schedules re the judging of the first annual Kitchener-Waterloo Arts Awards in 1988. Nancy-Lou Patterson was one of the members of this Arts Awards Jury.
Six snapshots taken at men's Schneider employee picnic. Includes photos of attendees in white paper hats eating and conversing, and photos of entertainers at the event.
Postcard featuring photograph of Mackenzie King standing at the front of his childhood home. He is seen standing with right hand in suit pocket and left on the cope of a walking cane. Top of postcard reads: Birthplace of Hon. Mackenzie King, Kitchener, Ont.
Biographical information compiled by Betty Schneider relating to Charles Alexander Schneider and his family. Consists of computer output of genealogical charts and information, reminiscences, photocopies of photographs, a photocopy of a marriage registration, and clippings of obituaries.
Biographical information compiled by Betty Schneider relating to Ethel Lapsley Schneider and her family. Consists of genealogical charts and information, clippings, ephemera, a statement of death, a photocopied certificate of marriage, and reminiscences.
Genealogical information compiled by Betty Schneider relating to Elizabeth Metz and the Metz family. Consists of photocopies and transcriptions of correspondence and documents.
Biographical information compiled by Betty Schneider relating to Elizabeth Schneider Gofton and her family. Consists of genealogical charts and information, reminiscences, a photocopied clipping of an obituary of Roger Gofton, and a photocopied last will and testament of Anna Elizabeth Schneider.
Biographical information compiled by Betty Schneider relating to Maria Anna Schneider and her family. Consists of genealogical charts and information, computuer printouts of statistical information, and reminiscences.
File consists of one notebook listing names and contact information of members of the Church of the Divine Revelation. Also includes materials relating to the church such as correspondence, a treasurers report and clergyman's records.
Letters and postcards from Betty and Peg Forbes to their parents, Millicent Lyall Forbes and George Alex Forbes. Also includes drawings as well as letters to the Easter Bunny and Santa Claus written by Betty Forbes and Peg Forbes.
An 18 page typescript diary titled, Go west young lady, go west written by Mary Ham with entries from July 9 to August 11, 1949 detailing the events of a summer trip from Port McNicol, Ontario to the Canadian west including Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta.
One large scrapbook about the personal and professional life of the Bolender family. The scrapbook consists of 41 pages containing 97 photographs, b&w and col., and 91 other items including clippings, correspondence, programs, brochures, greeting cards, postcards, a business card, plane and train tickets, patches, ribbon and a napkin.
File consists of a copy of the will of Timothy Collins of Kyre [?] in the County of Worcester (Great Britain). Verso contains ms. annotations (arithmetic).
Series consists of originals and photocopies of correspondence, invoices, partnership agreements re the business interests of Joseph Emm Seagram, George Randall and William Roos from 1869-1899.
Series consists of materials created and accumulated by Alice Riggs Hunt documenting her personal life, and the lives of her family members. Includes photographs, clippings, ephemera and artefacts.
File consists of incoming correspondence and copies of outgoing correspondence from Sanborn. Topics of discussion include the hatred of the Yankees by Boston Red Sox fans; the work of Carl Jung; Sandborn's writing and that of his correspondents; and Sanborn's involvement with a girl named Lee-Ann Salzer.
Correspondence includes:
John Lardner (August 27, 1953) [outgoing carbon copy]
Floyd (June 15, 1955) [outgoing carbon copy]
Jane [Merchant] (December 10, 1958)
Graham Greene (August 2, 1957) [outgoing carbon copy]
Item is a manuscript prayer book dating back to 1783. Acting as a small mass book, the prayer book serves partly as a table of contents by describing the kinds of prayers included as well as the inclusion of an index. On the front cover page there is a caption that reads "Together put for me, Johann Lorentz Garle from Knigswehrt. F.A.B." Along with the prayers, there are also coloured, hand-drawn illustrations (Fraktur art) of various religious figures in ink and watercolour with caption written under neath in Latin. Some of the figure include S. Cunigunta, Christus in Horto, Conceptio B.A. Maria, S. Iosephus.
File consists of a notebook kept by Minnie O'Hara Maines with minutes from meetings with the Executive Committee, the Education Committee, the Committee for English-speaking classes at the YWCA, and the Canadian Affairs Group. Also included are two reports from 1957 and 1958 summarizing the activities of the Council's Service, Education, and Social committees; brochures from 1966 and 1967 outlining the general responsibilities and scope of the council; as well as a 1960 letter from Victoria Ullman to Maines, in which Ullman is thanking Maines for the bursary she received, are also included in the file.
Contains notes and letters relating to the acquisition of the typescripts of the John Goldie letters. The letters are to Theresa Goldie Falkner from Jack, to Dr. Fox from Theresa Goldie Falkner.
Side 1: Das Waisenkind (the orphan) by Wilhelm Wittich and Sascha Corado, male duet with orchestra. Side 2: In einer schoenen Maiennacht (on a beautiful May night) by Deutsch-Amerikanische Kapelle, brass band with vocal refrain.
