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2009.5 · Collection · 1899-1959

This Collection consists of photographs documenting early development of the Central Interior including such subjects as: homesteading, railway construction, packing & freighting, modes and routes of transportation, schools, mercantile development, leisurely activities, sports, natural resource development and exploitation, political movements, town-site development and policing. This collection also provides a look at history of the Taylor-Baxter Family - a long time pioneering family of this region, including: A.K. & Lillian Bourchier; Hugh & Hermina "Minnie" (nee Wessel) Taylor and family; Herbert & Sarah (nee Wessel) Glassey; and Bob & Violet (nee Taylor) Baxter and family.

2009.5.2.289 · Item · [ca. 1940]
Part of Taylor-Baxter Family Photograph Collection

Group of four women and one man stands in front of car in unidentified yard. Sarah stands on far left, buildings, wood pile, and forest in background. Handwritten annotation on recto of photograph: "[Wright Car?] Atlin." Similar group also featured in items 2009.5.2.274 - 2009.5.2.294.

2009.5.2.326 · Item · May 1938
Part of Taylor-Baxter Family Photograph Collection

Banquet was held for Visiting Officers and Delegates to the B.P.O.E. Provincial Convention in Prince George, B.C. May 25-27, 1938. The banquet was held in the Elks’ Hall on Thursday May 26, 1938. Menu features food courses, toast list and dance programme.

Book of Remembrance program
2009.5.2.325 · Item · ca.1910-1962
Part of Taylor-Baxter Family Photograph Collection

This program is a newspaper clipping scrapbook featuring articles on the passing of, and services for, Mr. H.F. Glassey and Mrs. Sarah Glassey. Also included in an attached envelope at the back of this program:

  • A certificate of appointment issued and signed by the Lieutenant-Governor of B.C., Frank Stillman Barnard appointing H.F. Glassey to the position of Notary Public for B.C. in the county of Atlin. Signed and sealed by John Duncan MacLeary, Provincial Secretary, July 25, 1917. (item removed and rehoused with oversize materials)
  • Handwritten letter of condolence to Mrs. Glassey on the passing of Mr. Glassey from Mr. Ted Applewaite (Stipendiary Magistrate and former M.P. for the Skeena Riding)
  • Letter of condolence to Mrs. Glassey on the passing of Mr. Glassey from Mr. P.J. Lester, mayor of Prince Rupert, October 19, 1962.
  • A formal luncheon invitation (presumably to Mrs. Glassey) issued by the Commissioners of the Board of Parks and Public Recreation of the City of Vancouver. Luncheon to be followed by the unveiling of the Lord Stanley Statue buy the Governor General of Canada, His Excellency Major General Georges Vanier, in commemoration of the opening and dedication of Stanley Park, dated May 19, 1960.
  • Card of sympathy from the City of Prince Rupert. Included a photograph of two new graves laid side by side. (Photograph removed and housed with photographs)
  • A photograph of a women wearing a hat and coat, ca. 1910. (Item removed and housed with photographs)
  • Two negatives of Mr. H.F. Glassey (Item removed and housed with photographs)
  • One photograph featuring a fully laden dog sled. (Item removed and housed with photographs)
2009.5.2.324 · Item · 1914
Part of Taylor-Baxter Family Photograph Collection

This commemorative souvenir was produced by the Prince Rupert Pioneers’ Association in 1914. Its content provides a textual overview of the individual persons who pioneered the establishment of Prince Rupert, as well as, their associated portrait photographs. This publication also provides a brief introduction to the history of Prince Rupert and includes some related historical photographs.

Dog Standing on Road
2009.5.2.272 · Item · 1926
Part of Taylor-Baxter Family Photograph Collection

White spotted dog stands on what appears to be a wood bridge, shed and greenery in background. Photograph sent from Violet (nee Taylor) Baxter to her aunt, Sarah Glassey. Handwritten annotation on recto of photograph: "To Auntie With love From Violet 4/4/26".

2009.5.2.298 · Item · [1939?]
Part of Taylor-Baxter Family Photograph Collection

Sarah Glassey stands to left of three unknown men, embracing the man beside her who wears what is believed to be a pilot's uniform. Young man seated on ground wears suit, tie, and military hat. Young man on far right wears navy uniform. Trees in left background, street and houses in right background.

2009.5.2.294 · Item · 1937
Part of Taylor-Baxter Family Photograph Collection

The pair stands on grassy shore, Sarah on right. Trees, water, and bridge visible in background. Handwritten annotation on recto of photograph: "Sarah + Vi." Both woman are believed to be members of group featured in items 2009.5.2.274 - 2009.5.2.291.

2009.5.2.293 · Item · 1937
Part of Taylor-Baxter Family Photograph Collection

The pair stands on grassy shore, Sarah on right. Trees, water, bridge, and opposite shore visible in background. Handwritten annotation on recto of photograph: "Sarah + Doris." Both woman are believed to be members of group featured in items 2009.5.2.274 - 2009.5.2.291.

2009.5.2.284 · Item · [ca. 1940]
Part of Taylor-Baxter Family Photograph Collection

Group of eleven men and women stands and sits in front of log building. Woman on far left holds infant, Sarah Glassey stands on far right. Handwritten annotation on recto of photograph: "Mr & Mrs Conroy, daughter Mary & school teacher." Similar group also featured in items 2009.5.2.274 - 2009.5.2.294.

2009.5.2.279 · Item · [ca. 1940]
Part of Taylor-Baxter Family Photograph Collection

Group of eleven men and women stands and kneels in front of fence, field and hills in background. Sarah stands third from left, Bert stands on far right. Illegible annotation on recto of photograph: "Sands. Life up. Govt Agent [...?] Sands." Image cropped to oval shape. Similar group also featured in items 2009.5.2.274 - 2009.5.2.294.

Sarah Glassey and Dog
2009.5.2.205 · Item · [ca. 1905?]
Part of Taylor-Baxter Family Photograph Collection

Young woman believed to be Sarah Glassey stands in farm yard holding unidentified object. A small dog stands at her feet. Fence, supplies, and unidentified building stand in background. It is also possible that this woman may Violet (nee Taylor) Baxter, niece to Sarah Glassey.

2009.5.2.204 · Item · [1905?]
Part of Taylor-Baxter Family Photograph Collection

Young woman believed to be Sarah Glassey stands in farm yard with two small dogs. One is hanging from the air as its teeth grip the dish Sarah holds. Fence and buildings in background. It is also possible that this woman may Violet (nee Taylor) Baxter, niece to Sarah Glassey.