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Berthing card and meal card.
SCA195-GA424-3-20 · File · [1941?]
Part of Cameron Clare Hill fonds.

A berthing card and meal card issued to Cameron Hill during the Second World War likely when he traveled on a troopship sailing from Halifax Harbour in Halifax, Nova Scotia to Liverpool, England between August and September 1941.

The berthing card indicates that Cameron was assigned to cabin S22, in section 3 of the Sports deck. The meal card indicates that Cameron was assigned to eat first meal (breakfast) during the second sitting at table number 28. The name of the ship that Cameron traveled on is unknown.

Card.
SCA153-GA126-5-27 · Item · [19--?]
Part of Bechler family fonds.

One card from the Bechler family photo album. Card is signed from Mr and Mrs. J J Wilkinson and Florence.

Embarkation card.
SCA195-GA424-5-36 · File · May 11, 1945-May 13, 1945
Part of Cameron Clare Hill fonds.

An embarkation card issued to Cameron Hill on May 11, 1945 for travel from a holding camp in Germany to England. Also includes a supplementary document titled, Appendix B, certifying that Cameron underwent a medical examination on May 13, 1945 in Bournemouth and is fit to proceed on leave and be repatriated to Canada.

Identification card.
SCA195-GA424-5-39 · File · May 28, 1945
Part of Cameron Clare Hill fonds.

An identification card issued to Cameron Hill by the Royal Air Force on May 28, 1945 while he was temporarily stationed on the Isle of Man with leave to Bournemouth, England between May 11, 1945 and May 31, 1945. The identification card includes a brief description of Cameron's height, build, eye colour, hair colour, and date of birth. In addition, a small portrait of Cameron was pasted onto the identification card.

Hill, Cameron Clare
Business card.
SCA373-GA432-7-3-138 · File · [between 2000 and 2004]
Part of Andrew Telegdi fonds.

A business card likely distributed by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament.

Christmas card.
SCA153-GA126-5-25 · Item · [19--?]
Part of Bechler family fonds.

One Christmas card from the Bechler family photo album. Card is signed from Pop [Erino?] and Ernie.

Prayer card.
SCA280-GA304-15 · File · [195-]
Part of Bolender Ball family fonds.

Prayer card for the Bolender family during their time as missionaries of the United Missionary Society, working in Nigeria. Includes a photo of Doris, Merla, David, Gordon and Mark Bolender.

Valentine card.
SCA185-GA389-1-17 · File · [193-?]
Part of Harry Byers fonds.

One die cut valentine card of a woman holding a suitcase reading "ay ban gude girrul wit lotsa it, yu betcha."

Card and photographs.
SCA219-GA205-6-173 · File · 1981
Part of H.B.N. Hynes fonds.

File consists of a card addressed to Hynes from Joan [Venn] and two photographs taken at Hirnant (Wales), research stations 5 and 6.

Hynes, Hugh Bernard Noel
Christmas card.
SCA204-GA263-131 · Item · 1945
Part of Breithaupt Hewetson Clark collection.

Christmas card for the year 1945 showing a photograph of three children sitting down on a bench with a building and vegetation in the background.

According to annotations, children in photograph may be Carl Louis and Alice (Kranz) Breithaupt's children in 1945.

Birthday card.
SCA27-GA284-3-62 · File · 1902
Part of Alice Riggs Hunt fonds.

File consists of one birthday card for Alice Riggs Hunt, signed by passengers aboard the S.S. Furnessia on her 18th birthday of June 14, 1902.

Birthday card.
SCA118-GA252-2-2 · File · 1889
Part of Schantz Russell family fonds.

Handmade birthday card from Orpheus Moyer Schantz to Sophie Schantz. The card has scherenschnitte edges and features calligraphy, drawings of small animals, birds and plants. It reads: "May Happy Returns. Sophie E. Schantz. May 4-'89"

Schantz Russell Family
Christmas card.
SCA118-GA252-5-28 · File · 1887
Part of Schantz Russell family fonds.

A handmade Christmas card created by Orpheus Moyer Schantz. The card features illustrations of a cherub and plants, as well as lettering made to look like tree branches. The outside edges of the card has been done in scherenschnitte and there is a purple bow.

Schantz Russell Family
Invitation card.
SCA118-GA391-2-37 · File · [between 1890 and 1910]
Part of Schantz Russell family fonds.

An invitation card possibly written by or sent to Austin Tobias Schantz. The quote inscribed on the verso of the invitation card is from Alfred Tennyson's poem titled, The Sea Fairies that was first published in 1830.

Consent card.
SCA390-GA455-1 · Collection · ca. 1930

One possibly satirical consent card, stating that the woman who fills the card in is giving her permission to engage in sexual acts with the man who has given her the card. It also grants the man indemnity under the Mann Act.

Greeting card.
SCA153-GA126-5-24 · Item · [19--?]
Part of Bechler family fonds.

One Christmas greeting card from the Bechler family photo album. The card is addressed to Mr. and Mrs. Ed Bechler from Mr. and Mrs. Hermann, Rieck and family.

Identification card.
SCA373-GA432-5-4-79 · File · [between 1991 and 1993]
Part of Andrew Telegdi fonds.

An identification card issued to Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Representative of the City of Waterloo to sit on the Council of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo. The identification card includes a photograph of Andrew Telegdi and records his name, position title, and signature.

Card of thanks.
SCA153-GA126-5-21 · Item · [1902?]
Part of Bechler family fonds.

A press clipping addressed to the Editor News Record from the Bechler family photo album. Clipping consists of a card of thanks from Frederich Bechler to the Metropolitan Life Insurance Co., the employers of Russell's Cigar Factory, friends, and family thanking the addressed for support after the death of his daughter, Wilhelmina Henrietta Bechler.

Card of thanks.
SCA153-GA126-5-22 · Item · [1908?]
Part of Bechler family fonds.

A press clipping from the Bechler family photo album. Clipping consists of a card of thanks from Mr. and Mrs. August Gralke to the Ancient Order of United Workmen after the death of their son, August.

Christmas card.
SCA280-GA304-8 · File · [ca. 1946]
Part of Bolender Ball family fonds.

Christmas card from the Bolender family from Igbeti, Nigeria. Included is a photograph of Gordon, Doris and Mark.

Christmas card.
SCA118-GA91-2005accrual-7-46 · File · 1890
Part of Schantz Russell family fonds.

A Christmas card in booklet form made by Etta Lydia Mary White (nee Schantz) for her future husband, Ward Malott White, in 1890. The card includes an poem and has plant material attached throughout.

Schantz Russell Family
Menu card.
SCA118-GA91-2005accrual-7-53 · File · 1895
Part of Schantz Russell family fonds.

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

Valentine's card.
SCA118-GA91-2005accrual-7-61 · File · [18--?]
Part of Schantz Russell family fonds.

One elaborate Valentine's card bearing an engraved image of a child dressed in what appears to be late nineteenth-century apparel. An embossed envelope is included with card.

Christmas card.
SCA188-GA282-2-15 · File · [195-]
Part of Dare Foods Limited.

File consists of one Christmas card from Dare Foods featuring a cartoon illustration by Ken Gray.

Christmas card.
SCA188-GA282-2-16 · File · 1953
Part of Dare Foods Limited.

File consists of one Christmas card from Dare Foods for the year 1953 featuring a cartoon illustration by Ken Gray.

Retirement card.
SCA395-GA460-2-45 · File · January 1985
Part of Joan Hollobon fonds.

Retirement card received by Joan Hollobon from the Canadian Science Writers' Association during a party hosted by Marilyn Dunlop (medical journalist from the Toronto Star and friend of Joan Hollobon).

Hollobon, Joan
Valentine's card : carriage.
SCA96-GA242-5-17 · File · [ca. 1930]
Part of G. Elmore Reaman fonds.

File consists of one die cut 3D German Valentine's Card. The card unfolds to show two children and a cherub in a carriage. The card is inscribed "To Elaine from Daddy and Mommy."

Research : Card files.
SCA146-GA119-5 · Series · [198-?]
Part of William Dendy fonds.

Series consists of the detailed hand-written card files prepared by Dendy as a guide to research materials available in his fields of interest in the subject area of Architectural History.
These card files provide different types of information:

  • Bibliographic references to materials in a number of subject areas. This includes special interest topics of Dendy's such as Frank Darling's library and the Massey Patronay. Additionally, an A-Z index of architects (mostly Canadian) is also available. This features bibliographic references to journal articles where information on each architect can be found. In some cases these cards also provide information on the office or home address of these architects.
  • Building permit information for Canada (mainly Toronto) for late nineteenth century or early twentieth century. This includes building permit no. and year, address of building, description of building, and name of architect. This information is organized either by architect, by date, or by street or region. However, in some cases no apparent order applies.
  • Alphabetical index to architects. Information provided on these card files includes the name of the building, address of the building, and year of construction of the building designed by each architect listed. In some cases a brief description of the building is also provided in additin to a bibliographic reference to the source from which information on the building was obtained. Most of the buildings listed in this index were designed in the late nineteenth or early twentieth century.
  • Architect and subject index. Card files are filed alphabetically by name of architect, author name, publication title, or architectural topic. These cards take the form of bibliographic references to publications.
  • Subject indexes. This includes an alphabetical subject index to various Canadian and foreign architectural topics, as well as a subject index relating specifically to the history of Toronto's architecture.
  • Miscellaneous card files. Some small sections of card files can also be found which relate to various topics and which are organized in different ways. This includes an index of designs (pencil drawings, prints, and photographs) for buildings in Toronto and other parts of Ontario, an index to topics relating to foreign architecture, and miscellaneous card files re Toronto architecture.
New years card.
SCA118-GA252-6-55 · File · 1894
Part of Schantz Russell family fonds.

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."

Funeral service card.
SCA370-GA429-9 · File · 1986
Part of William Herman Cartheuser collection.

A funeral service card for the service of memory for Berdiena "Birdie" Cartheuser held on September 13, 1986 at the Church of the Hills in Forest Lawn, Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles, California. Berdiena was William Cartheuser's second wife. Berdiena was born on April 20, 1896 and died on September 11, 1986.

Thank you card.
SCA153-GA126-5-26 · Item · [19--?]
Part of Bechler family fonds.

A thank you card from the Bechler family photo album. The card is addressed to Aunt Annie from Jeanette and Ray Cosier in thanks for a wedding gift. Aunt Annie may refer to Annie Bechler (Schmidt).

New years card.
SCA118-GA252-2-3 · File · [18--]
Part of Schantz Russell family fonds.

Handmade New Years card sent to Sophie Schantz. The card has scherenschnitte edges and features calligraphy and a painting of pink flower blossoms by Carrie Schantz. It reads "Of this joyous day. Sophie Schantz. Many happy returns."

Schantz Russell Family
At home day card.
SCA33-GA400-3 · File · ca. 1895
Part of Lady Aberdeen collection.

One at home card indicated that Lady Aberdeen would be at home between the hours of 3:30 and 6 pm on Saturdays in January, February and March. The card also indicates that skating and tobogganing would be available.

Hamilton-Gordon, Ishbel Maria Marjoribanks
New years card.
SCA118-GA252-2-4 · File · 1894
Part of Schantz Russell family fonds.

Handmade New Yeas card from the Schantz family to Sophie Schantz. The card features calligraphy, small drawings of moons and has the numbers of the year 1894 in each corner.. It reads: "To Sophe E. Schantz. Berlin. Ontario. We wish you a happy new year. From Ruth Schantz, Carrie Flagler Schantz,Orpheus Moyer Schantz. Morton Park, Ill."

Schantz Russell Family
Post card album.
SCA217-GA197-4 · File · 1910
Part of Rieder and Anthes family fonds.

File consists of a post card album compiled by Ella Anthes on her trip to Europe during the sumer of 1910. Album contains ca. 260 post cards and a small amount of loose emphera from Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Holland, France, England, Scotland, and Ireland.

Rieder and Anthes family
SCA96-GA242-5-16 · File · [ca. 1930]
Part of G. Elmore Reaman fonds.

File consists of one die cut 3D German Valentine's Card. The card unfolds to show a car with two women being driven by a chauffeur in front of the gates and pillars of what is assumed to be a home. The card is signed "To Daddy and Mother from your little girl Elaine."

Lydia Dotto name card.
SCA404-GA499-4-58 · File · [197-]
Part of Lydia Dotto fonds.

One name plaque for Lydia Dotto stating that she is a science correspondent for the Globe and Mail.

Dotto, Lydia
SCA299-GA437-2 · File · May 1985
Part of Dominion Rubber Company fonds.

Retirement card given to Harold Stephens upon his retirement in May 1985. The card is drawn in a blueprint and includes signatures from employees and a poem about erectile dysfunction.

SCA373-GA432-2-1-10 · File · March 1971
Part of Andrew Telegdi fonds.

An identification card issued to Andrew Telegdi while he was an undergraduate student at the University of Waterloo. The identification card contains a photograph of Telegdi.

Telegdi, Andrew Peter
SCA231-GA228-4-58 · File · [ca. 1955]
Part of Dana Harris Porter fonds.

File consists of one business card for Dana Porter which reads "With the Compliments of Hon. Dana Porter, Q.C. Treasurer of Ontario. Parliament Buildings, Toronto."

Ephemera: new years card.
SCA118-GA232-3-19 · File · [189-?]
Part of Schantz Russell family fonds.

A New Years card.

The printed message on the card reads, May you have a happy New Year. God will never leave thee, All thy wants He knows, Feels the pains that grieve thee, Sees thy cares and woes. Frances Ridley Havergal.