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A copy of a presentation delivered by Harold Russell at the Victoria Park Pavilion, Kitchener, Ontario in October of 2015 titled, “Harold's Victoria Park in Wartime: A Talk Given October 15 in Victoria Park Pavilion.” In the presentation, Harold Russell recalled memories of various events and activities that took place in Victoria Park, Kitchener, Ont. during the 1940s.

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

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

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “A Soldier of the Queen: My Military Career.” The article provides biographical information about Harold Russell, specifically describing his military experience.

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.

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.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “Schantz Family of Berlin: The Quilting Circle at 43 Schneider Avenue.” The article provides biographical information about members of the Schantz Russell family and the practice of quilting carried out by some members of the family.

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.

Transcriptions of letters sent by various members of the Schantz and Moyer families between 1845 and 1920. The letters were transcribed by Harold Russell.

Transcriptions of letters sent to or received by Tobias Schantz between 1867 and 1907. The letters were transcribed by Harold Russell.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “Orpheus Moyer Schantz, 1881-1951: A personal memory by Harold Russell based on letters, photographs, ephemera & recollections.” The article provides biographical information about Orpheus Moyer Schantz and is based on family letters, photographs, ephemera and Harold Russell's own personal recollections.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “Ward White's Saga: Ward White of Leamington March 21, 1870-May 1, 1948.” The article provides biographical information about Ward White.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “Dorothy Russell: A life in the Twentieth Century: It Was The Best Of Times, It Was The Worst Of Times, Dorothy and Clarke, 1923-1935.” The article provides biographical information about Dorothy Etta Russell (nee White) and her husband Clarke Russell.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “Dorothy Russell: A life in the Twentieth Century: A Teacher in the Roaring Twenties.” The article provides biographical information about Dorothy Etta Russell (nee White), specifically describing her career as a teacher.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “Dorothy Russell: A life in the Twentieth Century: A Childhood in Berlin.” The article provides biographical information about Dorothy Etta Russell (nee White), specifically describing her childhood.

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.

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.

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.

Transcriptions of letters sent by Franklin Abram Schantz to various family members between 1891 and 1961. The letters were transcribed by Harold Russell.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “The Moyers of The Twenty: The Moyers: Mary Moyer Schantz's Family.” The article provides biographical information about the Moyer/Meyer family.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “Schantz Family of Berlin: The Children of Tobias and Mary Schantz.” The article provides biographical information about the children of Tobias and Mary Schantz including Orpheus Moyer Schantz, Etta Lydia Mary White (nee Schantz), Sophie Emma Schantz, Austin Tobias Schantz, Franklin Abram Schantz, Arthur Benjamin Schantz, Florence Annie Catherine Schantz, and Herbert Cecil Palmer Schantz.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “Dorothy's 1926 Diary.” The article provides a description of some diary entries made by Dorothy Etta Russell (nee White) in 1926.

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.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “HCFR Reminiscences: Earning an Army Commission in the Canadian Officers’ Training Corps: A Personal Reminiscence of C.O.T.C. at Waterloo College in the 1950s.” The article provides biographical information about Harold Russell, specifically describing his military experience.

Transcriptions of letters received by various Schantz family members from other members of the family living in western Canada, mostly Alberta, Manitoba and Vancouver, between 1896 and 1959 including Austin Tobias Schantz and Arthur Benjamin Schantz. The letters were transcribed by Harold Russell.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “Schantz Family of Berlin: Mary Moyer (1840-1935) And Tobias Schantz (1842-1925).” The article provides biographical information about Tobias Schantz and his wife Mary Schantz (nee Moyer).

Transcriptions of letters sent by Orpheus Moyer Schantz to various family members between 1881 and 1951. The letters were transcribed by Harold Russell. Also includes an introductory article written by Harold Russel titled, “Affectionately Orpheus: Orpheus M. Schantz’s Letters Home.” The article provides biographical information about Orpheus Moyer Schantz.

Transcriptions of letters sent by Etta Lydia Mary Schantz to various family members between 1883 and 1899. The letters were transcribed by Harold Russell.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “The Russell Family of Highgate.” The article provides biographical information about various members of the Russell family.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “The Schantz Family History: The Schantz Family.” The article provides biographical and genealogical information about the Schantz family.

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.

An article written by Harold Russell titled, “Schantz Family History: Restoration of 43 Schneider Avenue, 1994.” The article outlines the history of the Schantz Russell family home located at 43 Schneider Avenue, Kitchener, Ont. and the restoration of the house completed by Harold Russell and his wife Lynne after they moved into the home in 1994.

"Day by Day Journal, 1994." Some entries lacking.

"New York Times 1992 Crossword Puzzle Appointment Book" used as a diary. Many entries lacking.

"Peter Etril Snyder Engagement Calendar 1992" used as a diary. Many entries lacking. Inclusions: clippings.

"1987 Weekly Appointments" appointment book used as a diary. Some entries lacking. Inclusions : notes, clippings, etc.

"1986 Weekly Appointments" appointment book used as a diary. Some entries lacking. Inclusions : notes, clippings.

"1985 Weekly Appointments" appointment book used as a diary. Some entries lacking. Inclusions : notes, clippings.

"1984 Weekly Appointments" appointment book used as a diary. Some entries lacking. Inclusions : notes, clippings.

"1983 Weekly Appointments" appointment book used as a diary. Some entries lacking. Inclusions : notes, clippings.

"The 1982 Canadian Engagement Diary" used as a diary. Some entries lacking.

"Week-at-a-glance" appointment book used as a diary. Some entries lacking. Inclusions : clippings.

"1981 Pocket Diary." Some entries lacking. Inclusions : notes, clippings.

"1980 Pocket Diary." Some entries lacking. Inclusions : notes, clippings.

"Week-at-a-glance" appointment book used as a diary. Some entries lacking.

Notebook organized by month with notes on bird sightings from 1938-1946 years transcribed. Also contains "Home lists" of birds from 1974-1978.

A programme from the opening of Woodside National Historic Site, the former home of Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King.

One piece of correspondence (greeting card) to Dorothy Etta White from Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Leitch., postmarked Acton, Ont.

Black notebook containing trip diary: Florida trip, 1st March to 14th March 1977.

1 letter.

Date and Place from: December 8, 1975 St. Petersburg [Florida] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From C., Billie and Eva Attachments: Contains a stamped envelope. This is a Christmas card with a pressed flower on the front of it.

1 letter.

Date and Place from: July 9, 1975 Armont [New York] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Russell, Donald Richard, 1929-1989 Attachments: Contains a stamped envelope and a cheque made out to Donald R. Russell, made payable to Dorothy E. Russell, and signed by Mrs. Gail Klooster.

1 letter.

Date and Place from: October 21, 1974 Armour [New York] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Russell, Barbara Attachments: Contains a stamped envelope.

"Five year diary" for 1974-1978. Some entries lacking. Inclusions: clippings, notes, cards, etc.

4 letters.

Date and Place from: July 16, 1973 Niagra Falls [Ontario] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Kitney, Connie Attachments: Contains a stamped envelope.

Date and Place from: September 4, 1973 Niagra Falls [Ontario] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Kitney, Connie Attachments: Contains a typed list of "Future outings" relating to birding and a stamped envelope.

Date and Place from: March 15, 1974 Niagra Falls [Ontario] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Kitney, Connie Attachments: Contains a stamped envelope.

Date and Place from: October 13, 1974 Niagra Falls [Ontario] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Kitney, Connie Attachments: Contains a stamped envelope.

2 letters.

Date and Place from: July 14, 1972 Camberley [Surrey, England] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Wendy Attachments: Contains an envelope with the stamp removed.

Date and Place from: January 12, 1974 Camberley [Surrey, England] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Wendy Attachments: Contains an envelope with the stamp removed.

A travel log written by Dorothy Russell detailing her and Helena Welch's trip to England, Yugoslavia, Greece, Turkey and Bulgaria in 1972.

1972 date book used as a diary.

1 letter.

Date and Place from: February 17, 1971 Haliburton [Ontario] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Kellet, Hilda Attachments: Contains an envelope with the stamp removed.

2 letters.

Date and Place from: December 12, 1969 Floyd [Iowa] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Moyer, Etta Attachments: Contains a stamped envelope.

Date and Place from: February 27, 1972 Floyd [Iowa] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Moyer, Etta Attachments: Contains an envelope with the stamp removed.

1 letter.

Date and Place from: December 10, 1969 Guelph [Ontario] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Bessie Attachments: No envelope.

1 letter.

Date and Place from: January 6, 1969 Fort Lauderdale [Florida] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Davis, Barbara Attachments: Contains a stamped envelope. Letter is written on a card with the name "Mrs. Jeffrey Holman Davis" on the front of it.

"Five year diary" for 1969-1973. Some entries lacking. Inclusions: clippings, notes, cards, etc.

Ten slides of photographs taken by Dorothy White. Four are of Toronto and show the old and new city halls as well as views from the top of the new building. Six are of the University of Waterloo and show various buildings on campus including the Dana Porter Library. Identifications from container.

Two leaves of paper listing who Dorothy sent Christmas cards to from 1965-1969, their addresses, and whether she received one in return.

"Five year diary" for 1964-1968. Many entries lacking. Inclusions: clippings, notes, cards, etc.

Obituary and funeral home correspondence relating to the death of Frank Schantz in 1962.

One piece of correspondence to Dorothy Etta Russell from Lottie (Mrs. Albert) Whyte, postmarked Great Falls, Montana.

Five newspaper clippings relating to Dorothy Russell, her work, and her education.

One letter to Gail Russell from Frank Schantz.

One letter received by the Toronto General Trusts Corporation possibly regarding Austin Tobias Schantz's estate.

Date and Place from: May 4, 1961 Didsbury, Alta. To Toronto General Trusts Corporation From Artman, Walter E. Notes: copy.

1 letter.

Date and Place from: December 12, 1960 Ottawa [Ontario] To Schantz, Frank, 1874-1962 From Russell, Harold Clarke Franklin, 1935- Attachments: Contains a stamped envelope.

1 letter.

Date and Place from: April 25, 1960 Kitchener [Ontario] To Schantz, Frank, 1874-1962 From Skelly, R.F. Attachments: Contains a stamped envelope.

Two photographs of Dorothy Russell, one on skis, one receiving an award.

A brochure that includes a map of what is now Doon Heritage Village, by the Ontario Pioneer Community Foundation, as well as a newspaper article about the village.

One head and shoulders portrait, possibly of Franklin Schantz late in life, wearing glasses. Photograph was taken at the same time as 8B-4 and has the same background.

Six group class photos of of students at Prueter Public School. In four of the images Dorothy White is the teacher, the other two show the rhythm band. Enclosure included in file.

Photograph of Dorothy Russell posed with a scarecrow-like figure. The figure is seen in redface, adorned in a feathered headdress, a tobacco pipe, a striped poncho, and moccasins. The scarecrow is posed in a chair. Dorothy is smiling at the camera as she sits on the figure’s lap. She appears to be in a parking lot and in the background two cars and lampposts are visible.

A brochure from the Mountain View Hotel and Motor Lodge in Gatlingburg, Tennessee. The Motor Lodge was a stop on the Schantz tours trip to the Great Smoky Mountains and the original owner Andrew Huff helped to spearhead the movement to have the area made into a national park.

One head and shoulders colour portrait of Dorothy White. Dorothy is wearing a necklace and earrings in the image.

1 letter.

Date and Place from: October 5, 1959 Orange Park [Florida] To Schantz, Frank, 1874-1962 From Duncan, Marjorie Moyer Attachments: Contains a stamped envelope.

5 letters. Dovie Dobson is Dorothy's step-sister.

Date and Place from: February 13, 1959 Chilliwack [British Columbia] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Dobson, Dovie Attachments: Contains a stamped envelope.

Date and Place from: March 1, 1961 Chilliwack [British Columbia] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Dobson, Dovie Attachments: Contains a stamped envelope.

Date and Place from: December 12, 1966 Windsor [Ontario] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Dobson, Dovie Attachments: Contains a stamped envelope.

Date and Place from: August 1, 1969 Pembroke [Ontario] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Dobson, Dovie Attachments: Contains a stamped envelope.

Date and Place from: December 7, 1970 Pembroke [Ontario] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Dobson, Dovie Attachments: Contains a stamped envelope.

The funeral record of Austin Tobias Schantz, in envelope, signed by funeral attendees as well as a note from the casket spray.

Two booklets printed by the U.S. Department of the Interior for the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The booklets include a park map as well as history and information about the park.

"Five year diary" for 1959-1963. Many entries lacking.

Includes City of Kitchener Tax Demand dated 1958 and fire insurance policy documents dated 1962.

2 letters.

Date and Place from: July 2, 1957 Kitchener [Ontario] To Russell, Donald Richard, 1929-1989 From Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 Attachments: Contains an envelope with the stamp removed.

Date and Place from: July 24, 1978 Kitchener [Ontario] To Russell, Donald Richard, 1929-1989 From Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 Attachments: Contains stamped envelope.

One piece of correspondence (greeting card) to Dorothy Etta Russell from May Bennett, Galt, Ont. Includes stamped envelope.

Two pieces of correspondence to Dorothy Etta Russell from her son Donald, one postmarked Florida and one from Hamilton General Hospital. Includes one stamped envelope.

One piece of correspondence Dorothy Etta Russell from Bessie, Guelph, Ont. Includes stamped envelope.

One leaflet about J.W. Connor (1843-1929) produced for the centennial anniversary of Kitchener-Waterloo Collegiate and Vocational School in 1955. He served as the principal at Kitchener-Waterloo Collegiate and Vocational School from 1871-1901.

Material created or accumulated by Dorothy Russell that does not fit into any other series category previously established. Includes ephemera, an address book and a notebook.

1 card given to Dorothy Russell on leaving the Margaret Avenue school.

Date and Place from: June, 1954 Kitchener [Ontario] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Margaret Avenue Staff Attachments: Contains an unstamped envelope. This is a card given to Dorothy Russell on leaving the Margaret Avenue school, Dorothy has written notes on the envelope regarding her career.

"Five year diary" for 1954-1958. Many entries lacking. Inclusions: clippings, notes, cards, etc.

Slides of sites in Kitchener Waterloo including Victoria Park, City Hall and the market.

237 slides of photographs taken by Dorothy White. Originally organized into subjects, they do not necessarily correspond with what is shown on the images. Subjects include: Downtown Kitchener, Kitchener City Hall (interior and exterior), Oktoberfest parade, construction on King St., Rockway Gardens, images of Waterloo region, 1959 Loblaws fire, Christmas lights downtown Kitchener, Kitchener trollybusses, Conestogo Parkway, Blair's Sheave Tower, Victoria Park, Queen Elizabeth's visit to Kitchener, Bridgeport Mills, Waterloo Pioneers Memorial Tower.

6 letters.

Date and Place from: December 6, 1953 [i.e. 1952] San Francisco [California] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Duncan, Marjorie Moyer Attachments: Contains a stamped envelope. Envelope is addressed to Frank Schantz and Sophie Schantz, while the card is addressed to Dorothy. The envelope is also postmarked from Honolulu Hawaii.

Date and Place from: October 5, 1959 Orange Park [Florida] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Duncan, Marjorie Moyer Attachments: Contains an envelope with the stamp removed.

Date and Place from: March 18, 1969 Orange Park [Florida] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Duncan, Marjorie Moyer Attachments: Contains an envelope with the stamp removed.

Date and Place from: January 27, 1972 Orange Park [Florida] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Duncan, Marjorie Moyer Attachments: Contains envelope with stamp removed.

Date and Place from: December 22, 1975 Orange Park [Florida] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Duncan, Marjorie Moyer Attachments: Contains stamped letter.

Date and Place from: July 8, 1978 Orange Park [Florida] To Russell, Dorothy Etta, 1900-2005 From Duncan, Marjorie Moyer Attachments: Contains a stamped envelope.

Eight pieces of correspondence to Dorothy Etta Russell from cousin Mabel (Mrs. W.H.) Copeland, postmarked Clear Lake, Iowa. Includes stamped envelopes.

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

Two pieces of correspondence to Dorothy Etta Russell from Vi Chapman, New Zealand. Includes stamped envelopes, photographs and a variety of postage stamps.

Ten photographs. Six of the images are of students taught by Dorothy White at both Prueter and Margaret Ave public schools. Three of the images are exterior views of Prueter P.S. Identification from enclosure.