Two men stand below a large upright hose that is spraying a powerful stream of water against the side of a rocky hillside. Annotation on verso of photograph states: "Placer Mining Hixon (Hungry Thirties) This picture taken on top off Hill Across from Ques. Qarts. Maybe 800 Ft. west of Quarty There pictures taken approx 45 years ago Your friend(?) Box 156 Squamish B.C. Dec. 19/78"
Annotated overview of the Quesnel Quartz Mine Camp, with buildings numbered and a corresponding legend provided. Annotation on recto of photograph states: "1. BRIDGE OVER CREEK 2. BLACKSMITH SHOP 3. POWEROUSE 4. HEADFRAME OVER 200' SHAFT 5. OFFICE 6. WATER TANKS FROM POWERHOUSE 7. BUNKHOUSE 8. TRUCK 9. COOKHOUSE BEHIND #6 CANNOT BE SEEN" Additional annotation associated with photograph states: "We were always able to find the cookhouse even though hidden in this picture. Taken about 1935 by Russell Ross Supt. Quesnel Quartz Mine"
Photograph depicts a dam and wooden spillway along a creek. Annotation on verso reads: "This is the dam and spillway about 9 miles up Hixon Creek belonging to the Hixon Creek Cariboo Gold Co. Original handwritten annotations on verso of photograph are signed by Tom Marsh and covered by mounting the photo on paper. Photograph is taped to paper. Typed annotation on recto of paper reads: “This is the dam and spillway about nine miles up Hixon Creek belonging to the Hixon Creek Cariboo Gold Co., whose main camp on Hixon Creek was at the falls. A fellow Sterling or (Bill) Tordiffe & I took a contract to cut the logs for this dam in January 1934. The first few winters Quesnel Quartz had to shut down for snow."
Photograph depicts a snow-covered forest clearing with six structures and a truck. Buildings have been numbered 1-8 with pen. Original handwritten annotations on verso of photograph are signed by Tom Marsh. Photograph is taped to paper. Typed annotation on recto of paper reads: “1. Bridge over creek. 2. Blacksmith shop. 3. Powerhouse. 4. Headframe over 200’ shaft. 5. Office 6. Water tanks from powerhouse. 7. Bunkhouse. 8. Truck. 9. Cookhouse behind #6 cannot be seen. We were always able to find the cookhouse even though hidden in this picture. Taken about 1935 by Russell Ross, supt. Quesnel Quarts Mine. Tom Marsh, Box 156, Squamish B. C.”
Unidentified people stand around and between totem poles. A row of buildings and snowy mountain peaks are visible in the background. Location is believed to be Kingcome Indian Village
Formal portrait of a large group of older men standing outside an unidentified building. Snow is still visible in the foreground and men are displaying medals on the front of the heavy overcoats. Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "James Joseph Claxton third right, middle row"; "Toc H Kelowna" ; "Toc H?".
Photograph depicts two men in military uniforms standing in front of several ivy covered buildings. Typed annotation on recto of photograph states: "Major A. E. Percival, the Essex Regiment with a senior R.I.C. officer at Bandon Barracks."
Photograph depicts five men in top hats and overcoats greeting several men in military uniform. Typed annotation on recto of photograph states: "Ministers and their agents: Lloyd George receives men of the Royal Irish Constabulary and reviews a parade of Auxiliaries in Downing Street. With him are Sir Hamar Greenwood and Mr. Bonar Law."
Photograph depicts members of the Royal Irish Constabulary lined up for inspection as an unidentified English VIP walks past.
Photograph depicts an overview of a large formation of Royal Irish Constabulary constables lined up for inspection by the Director General in the courtyard of Garda Headquarters, "The Depot," located in Phoenix Park, Dublin, Ireland. Typed annotation on recto of photograph states: "The Royal Irish Constabulary"
Photograph depicts Lord French and several other men in military uniform inspecting a row of Royal Irish Constabulary officers. Typed annotation on recto of photograph reads: “Lord French’s farewell, May 1921: Before leaving Ireland Lord French inspects the Royal Irish Constabulary and the Auxiliaries in Phoenix Park. Immediately behind him is General H.H. Tudor, Chief of Police in Ireland, 1920-21.”
Photograph depicts Brigadier-General H.W. Higginson in conversation with a Royal Irish Constabulary sergeant. Typed annotation on recto of photograph reads: “Brigadier-General H.W. Higginson, commanding 17th Infantry Brigade, talking to a sergeant R.I.C. at Ballinhassig R.I.C. barrack. Note the heavy barbed-wire on either side of the path to the front-door.”
Photograph depicts an unidentified man sitting on a stool pointing to a large wooden display case filled with Royal Irish Constabulary medals and badges. Handwritten annotation on verso of photograph states: "JJC badges"
Photograph depicts the No. 1 Canadian Provost Corps riding in formation within camp compound. Two unidentified officers seen watching in the background. Stamped annotation on verso reads: "Negative No. 2043. [----] when reordering."
Photograph depicts two unidentified officers inspect the first row of motorcycle corps members. Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "No. 1 Provost Coy, England 1940". Stamped annotation on verso reads: "[--]tive No. 5629. Please quote when reordering."
Photograph depicts seven men wearing full outdoor motorcycling gear and carrying rations, line up in a row listening to an unmounted man read orders. Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "No. 1 Provost Coy, England 1940". Stamped annotation on verso reads: "Negative No. 1011. Please quote when reordering."
Photograph depicts a close-up of twelve Royal Irish Constabulary badges. Handwritten annotation on verso reads: “Royal Irish Constabulary badges from the JJ Claxton Collection”
Photograph depicts a large group of uniformed No. 1 Canadian Provost Corps men posing for a formal portrait at Canadian Forces Base, Rockcliffe in Ottawa, ON. Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "Rockcliffe 1939". Stamped annotation on verso reads: "Negative No. 662, Please quote when reordering"
Photograph depicts the a painting of three men in the Royal Highland military uniforms. Typed annotation glued to verso of photograph provides an interpretation of this piece of art: "The 42nd (Royal Highland) Regiment of Foot - 1782. The first battalion of this British regiment arrived in New York in 1756. After serving in numerous campaigns and engagements in North America, the 42nd (Royal Highland) Regiment of Foot garrisoned in Nova Scotia. It is from this famous regiment that the Black Watch (Royal Highland) Regiment of Canada derives its name and much of its colorful dress and traditions."; "Le 42nd (Royal Highland) Regiment of Foot - 1782. Le premier bataillon de ce régiment britannique arriva à New-York en 1756. Après plusieurs campagnes en Amérique du Nord, il fit garnison en Nouvelle-Ecosse. C'est de ce fameux régiment que s'inspirent les uniformes et les traditions du Black Watch (Royal Highland) Regiment of Canada. Cornemuses et tambours y ont toujours joué un rôle important et pittoresque."
Photograph depicts a Royal Irish Constabulary pouch badge with metal work depicting a harp and crown in the centre surrounded by a cross and writing that states "Royal Irish Constabulary". Handwritten annotation on verso reads: “Pouch badge of officers shoulder belt from about 1884 to time of disbandment ie. 1922” Stamp on verso reads: “CHAS. B. HILL-TOUT 1650 Hampshire Road, oak Bay Victoria, B. C.” Item believed to be a part of J.J. Claxton's collection of police memorabilia.
Photograph depicts a close-up of a Royal Irish Constabulary helmet. Item believed to be a part of J.J. Claxton's collection of police memorabilia.
Photograph depicts a close-up of the blades of four swords of the Royal Irish Constabulary. Item believed to be a part of J.J. Claxton's collection of police memorabilia.
Photograph depicts a collection of eleven badges believed to be of the An Garda Síochána - the police force of the Republic of Ireland. Item believed to be a part of J.J. Claxton's collection of police memorabilia.
Photograph depicts a close-up of twelve Royal Irish Constabulary badges. Item believed to be a part of J.J. Claxton's collection of police memorabilia.
Photograph depicts a close-up of twenty Royal Irish Constabulary badges and pieces of an arm crest. Item believed to be a part of J.J. Claxton's collection of police memorabilia. Sticker on verso reads: “Ulster Museum Copyright not to be reproduced without written permission.”
Photograph depicts James Joseph Claxton in military uniform seated on a garden wall in front of a brick building. Handwritten annotation on verso reads: “James Joseph Claxton”
Photograph depicts James Joseph Claxton is leaning on the on the store counter with his framed badge collection is visible on the wall behind him. Handwritten annotation on verso reads: “Part of JJC’s badge collection. Roderick Jewelers N. West 1954.”
Photograph depicts an unidentified woman standing with a man in uniform, believed to be an officer aboard the S.S. Tutshi. Stamped annotation on verso: "Yukon Archives, Whitehorse. Print No. 82/378 #1; Please credit: Poirer Collection, Yukon Archives."
Photograph depicts a bride signing the register while a priest and her husband look on at an open air wedding at Surge Narrows. Handwritten annotation on verso states: "An open air wedding - at Surge Narrows" Stamped annotation on verso reads: “National Film Board Photograph (please credit)”
Photograph depicts a log cabin under construction in a cleared area with a forested area in the background.
Photograph depicts a fishing camp with boats and buildings on floating docks and a forested environment visible in the background. Handwritten annotation on verso states: “1960 Seymour Inlet. Oscar Johnston’s Camp on the Move. Taken from Mission Ship Columbia”; photographer’s stamp on verso states: “W.E. Nicholson”
Photograph depicts five First Nations children and a ship captain on the deck of the M.S. Columbia. Stamped annotation on recto states: “Oct – 64”
Photograph depicts one man is wearing a hospital gown and on well dress man peughing a large halibut on a dock. A boat is tied to dock in the background. Handwritten annotation in pencil on verso reads: “Halibut Mamaculla”
Photograph depicts a Kwakiutl petroglyph in Fort Rupert near Port Hardy. Handwritten annotations on verso reads: “Reversed negative, dry rock, 1957”; “Dry Rock, 1957”
Photograph depicts three young, First Nations girls standing in front of a memorial totem pole with houses and a forested environment visible in the background. Photographer’s stamp on verso: “W.E. Nicholson, 268 E. 10th, Vancouver 10, B.C.”
Photograph depicts a totem pole standing amidst a forested environment. Handwritten annotations on verso read: “Raven, ?, Sea Lions, Grizzly Bear, Dzondgwa”; “Kwakiutl Pole, Alert Bay & Fort Rupert” photographer’s stamp on verso: “W.E. Nicholson, 268 E. 10th, Vancouver 10, B.C.”
Photograph depicts a totem pole standing in front of a forested environment with a fence line in the foreground. Photographer’s stamp on verso: “W.E. Nicholson, 268 E. 10th, Vancouver 10, B.C.”
Photograph depicts a man in uniform and a woman posing for a photo on a road situated between a fenced area featuring totem poles. Along the water’s edge in the background there is a float plane, wharf and the Camosun vessel. Handwritten annotation on verso reads: “Alert Bay B.C. Union Steamships Ltd.”; “Alert Bay BC”; photographer’s stamp on verso states: “W.E. Nicholson, 268 E. 10th, Vancouver 10, B.C.”
Photograph depicts James Joseph Claxton standing in front of a fence with a memorial pole in the background. The memorial pole depicts painted First Nations designs, with additional totem poles and houses visible in background. Handwritten annotation in pen on verso reads: “Jim Claxton 1959”
Photograph depicts a group of Scouts posing for group photo sitting on grass with J. J. Claxton as leader. Annotation on verso reads: “JJC x, Salmon Arm Scouts Scotch Creek Scout Camp 1938”
Photograph depicts a group of Boy Scouts posing for group photo standing on grass with J. J. Claxton as leader. Annotation on verso reads: "JJC"; “x J.J. Claxton, Salmon Arm, BC"
Photograph depicts a small totem pole in front of trees and a roadway. Photographer’s stamp on verso: “W.E. Nicholson, 268 E. 10th, Vancouver 10, B.C.”
Photograph depicts a small totem pole in front of trees and a roadway. Photographer’s stamp on verso: “W.E. Nicholson, 268 E. 10th, Vancouver 10, B.C.”
Photograph depicts a close-up of Alert Bay house posts adorned with First Nations carvings. Photographer’s stamp on verso: “W.E. Nicholson, 268 E. 10th, Vancouver 10, B.C.”
Photograph depicts a close-up of a totem pole behind a fence overlooking a wharf and a ship named Camosun. Photographer’s stamp on verso: “W.E. Nicholson, 268 E. 10th, Vancouver 10, B.C.”
Photograph depicts two wooden buildings in a snow covered forest environment. Photo is adhered to paper backing, upon which handwritten annotation on recto reads: “Quesnelle Quartz mining Company Hixon, B.C. Taken in mid nineteen thirties. Powerhouse from rear. Present day (1973) logging road would run through powerhouse at immediate rear of it at which you are looking. Tom Marsh Box 156 Squamish BC V0N 3G0 December 1978”
Photograph depicts a wooden flume funneling water in a forested area. Photo is adhered to paper backing, upon which handwritten annotation on recto reads: “First wash for gold by Hixon Creek Cariboo Gold Co. Across Hixon from Quesnel Quartz up the hill. North side of creek 1930’s”
Photograph depicts portrait of an unidentified constable in military uniform wearing a medal.
Photograph depicts a young constable in uniform standing beside a fence and tree. He holds a baton and whistle (?) in hand. Handwritten annotation on verso of photo reads: “-1913- Riot Duty Drill"
Photograph depicts James Joseph Claxton, in full military uniform, standing beside shrubbery in front of a grand building.