Family and Personal Life

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  • Individuals of all ages and families
  • Friendships, personal relationships, home life
  • Generational and genealogical records
  • Sexuality
  • Support and charitable organizations for the private lives of families and individuals
  • SEE ALSO: Community Life; Children and Youth; Women

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          770 Archival description results for Family and Personal Life

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          Photographs
          2000.13.1 · Series · 1914 - 1997
          Part of Ray Williston fonds

          Series consists of photographs relating to Ray Williston's life from childhood to recent times, air photographs of Prince George, photographs of Bangladesh, and a listing of photographs slated for use in Mr. Williston's biography "Forests, power and policy: the legacy of Ray Williston" written by Eileen Williston and Betty Keller.

          Ray Williston's christening
          2000.13.1.1 · Item · 1914 or 1915?
          Part of Ray Williston fonds

          Item is a photograph of Ray Williston, born in 1914, sitting on the lap of his maternal grandfather Peter McCalman. Mr. Williston's brother Norman and father Hubert are also in the photograph.

          2009.7.1.005 · Item · [ca. 1915]
          Part of Archdeacon W. H. Collison fonds

          Photograph depicts the sons and daughters of Marion and Archdeacon W.H. Collison sitting on the ground with food supplies at the top of a hill. Individuals believed to be (left to right): Arthur, Elsie, Herbert, Henry (in chef's hat), unknown, William, John Maxwell ('Max').

          Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "Collison family on prospecting trip up Portland Canal."

          2009.7.1.004 · Item · [ca. 1915]
          Part of Archdeacon W. H. Collison fonds

          Photograph depicts the sons and daughters of Marion and Archdeacon W.H. Collison, and one unidentified man. Buildings can be seen on shore in background.

          Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "Collison family at camp (Portland Canal) Max, ?, Henry, Elsie, Arthur, Alice, Herbert".

          2009.7.1.027 · Item · [ca. 1915]
          Part of Archdeacon W. H. Collison fonds

          Group stands and sits on front steps of rectory. Left to right: Rev. William Edwin Collison, Mabel and John Maxwell Collison, Alice Collison. (William, Max, and Alice are sons and daughter of Archdeacon W.H. Collison).

          Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "Dad & Auntie Al with Aunt May & Uncle Max at the rectory St. Luke's church [...?]".

          2009.7.1.012 · Item · [1916 or 1917]
          Part of Archdeacon W. H. Collison fonds

          Marion sits to left of husband Archdeacon William Henry, small boy in between. Young children sit and stand in foreground, Katherine 'Katy' and Muriel 'Mimi' stand in background (daughters of W.E. Collison). The group poses in front of a wood door, ivy on either side.

          Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "Grand-dad (Arch. W.H. Collison) & Grannie with grandchildren at Kincolith".

          2009.7.1.014 · Item · [1916 or 1917]
          Part of Archdeacon W. H. Collison fonds

          The group poses in front of a wood door, ivy on either side.

          Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "The family at Kincolith - Summer House, 1916 / Back Row L-R: Art Macdonald, Bill Collison, Reg Collison, Jack [John] Macdonald / Front L-R: Katie Collison with Don Collison, Marion Collison, Joyce Collison, Muriel (Mimi) Collison with Colin Macdonald, Hugh Macdonald".

          2009.7.1.015 · Item · [ca. 1917]
          Part of Archdeacon W. H. Collison fonds

          Photograph depicts two young granddaughters of Marion and W.H. Colllison, holding flowers in grassy area. Forest and hills in background.

          Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "Winnie & Joyce at Kincolith". Marion Winnifred is the daughter of John Maxwell Collison, and Joyce is the daughter of William Edwin Collison.

          Bertha Wood fonds
          2004.12 · Fonds · 1919-2000

          This fonds illustrates the life of Bertha Wood (nee Schenk) before, during, and after the Second World War. Most of Bertha Wood's records were created in Ontario, where she lived most of her life. Later in life, Bertha Wood moved to Sechelt, B.C. and this is reflected in her personal records.

          The fonds is divided into two series: the Personal Life series and the War Experience series. The Personal Life series includes the records of Bertha Wood that do not pertain directly to her military career. These files relate to her education, family, real estate, and daily activities, which include day books and family photographs. The War Experience Series explores Bertha’s time during World War II, with materials such as her enlistment papers, wartime photographs, newspaper clippings related to the war, and uniform objects.

          Wood, Bertha
          Personal finance
          2004.12.1.10 · File · 1919-1958
          Part of Bertha Wood fonds

          File consists of letters pertaining to personal finance, such as life insurance letters, receipts, and income tax returns.

          Personal Life
          2002.7.4 · Series · [ca. 1920]-1960
          Part of H.G.T. (Harry) Perry fonds

          Series includes material related to the personal activities of H.G.T. Perry, which incorporates various materials from family and acquaintances. Included are correspondence between family and friends, news clippings regarding family funerals, Christmas cards, telegrams and postcards. Also includes printed notes and clippings of poetry, stories, and humour with commentary by H.G.T. Perry.

          2009.7.1.179 · Item · [ca. 1920]
          Part of Archdeacon W. H. Collison fonds

          W.E. Collison, Indian Agent, shaves by a mirror propped up against a boat at dry dock while RCMP Officer Ackland prepares for the day.

          Handwritten annotation in pencil on verso reads: “W.E. Collison Indian Agent, Maj. Ackland RCMP on inspection trip to village in the Babine area."

          Family photographs
          2004.12.1.01 · File · [1920-1999?]
          Part of Bertha Wood fonds

          File consists of family photographs of Bertha Schenk (Wood) and her husband, James Wood.

          2000.19.2.25 · Item · 29 Aug. 1927-26 Sept. 1927
          Part of Prentiss Gray Collection

          Photograph depicts a First Nations family consisting of a woman and four children standing underneath or next to a lean-to style tent. Meat is drying above the campfire and a horse's head is visible in the foreground.

          2000.19.2.23 · Item · 29 Aug. 1927-26 Sept. 1927
          Part of Prentiss Gray Collection

          Photograph depicts a family consists of a woman and four children standing underneath or next to a lean-to style tent. Meat is drying above the campfire and the head of a horse is visible in the foreground.

          2009.7.1.019 · Item · [ca. 1930]
          Part of Archdeacon W. H. Collison fonds

          Group can be seen in distance by canoe close to trees and cliff on opposite shore. Rocky shore of river in foreground.

          Handwritten annotation on verso reads: " 'The Place of Echoes' The Big Creek at Kincolith. Dad, Jack, Joyce & Bob Stewart". Believed to be present in image are the son, grandson, and granddaughter of Archdeacon W.H. Collison, respectively: Rev. W.E. Collison, John (Jack) Macdonald and Joyce Collison.

          Academic records
          2004.12.1.05 · File · 1931-1947
          Part of Bertha Wood fonds

          File consists of Bertha Schenk's educational records, including her high school diploma, school enrollment papers, and examination booklet.

          2008.3.4 · Series · 1935-1999
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Series consists of newspaper clippings, correspondence, academic transcripts and diplomas, marriage announcements, a copy of a Last Will & Testament, a copy of a Court Order, a poster, a map, photographs, events programs, lyrics, a copy of a Certificate of Canadian Citizenship and an autograph book all pertaining to the personal life of Bridget Moran.

          2008.3.4.02 · File · 1935-1999
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          File consists of:

          • Original and copies of University of Toronto Undergraduate Transcript, 1947-1950
          • Letter of congratulations from Mayor John Backhouse (Prince George) to Bridget Moran on the occasion of her 70th birthday (August 24, 1993)
          • University of Toronto Graduate Transcript, 1950
          • Autographs book with interior inscription: Miss Bridget Drugan, Success, Sask., Feb. 5, 1935
          • Bridget Drugan's "Moyer's Complete School Report" for Grade XI and XII, 1938- 40 [includes 2 negatives]
          • Invitation from The University of Northern British Columbia to attend the Spring Convocation, 1995
          • Daybook, 1974Copies of newspaper clippingsCopy of Bridget Moran's author biography
          • Letter of promotion to Bridget Moran from H.M. Morrison, Chairman of the Civil Service Commission (April 17, 1956)
          • Resume (3 pages)
          • 1989 Original and copy of re-issue of Certificate of Marriage between Patrick Moran and Bridget Dugan (1955)
          • Copy of Drugan-Moran marriage announcement
          • Certified Copy of An Entry of Birth, documenting Bridget Drugan's 1923 birth (Sept. 20, 1973) [original and photocopy]
          • Bridget Moran's Grade 12 Diploma issued by the Province of Saskatchewan Department of Education, August 1, 1940.
          • Bridget Moran's High School Diploma (grade eleven) issued by the Province of Saskatchewan Department of Education, August 1, 1939.
          • Copy of Judgment by Way of Decree Absolute (divorce proceedings) between Bridget and Patrick Moran (December 1973)
          • Copy of letter to Norman A. Endicott, Esq. from Benjamin A. Stein re: distribution of estate monies to Bridget Moran (Nov. 14, 1974)
          • Certified Proof of Identification (June 29, 1989)
          • Copies of telegrams to Bridget and Patrick on the occasion of their marriage.
          • Copies of a letter certifying University of Toronto Graduate School attendance by Bridget Moran (June 6, 1963)
          • Certificate of Canadian Citizenship, issued October 9, 1973
          • Province of Saskatchewan, Dept. of Education Examinations, 1939 and 1940
          • Certificate of Merit for Historical Writing issued to Bridget Moran from the B.C. Historical Federation (May 13, 1989)
          • Commemorative Medal for the 125th Anniversary of the Confederation of Canada issued to Bridget Moran, 1992
          • Copy of Bridget Moran's Last Will and Testament (July 10, 1999)
          • Copy of the court Order for permanent maintenance (November 30, 1973)
          • Original and copy of Certificate of Marriage between Patrick Moran and Bridget Drugan (November 25, 1955)
          • Itemized list of Bridget's videotape collection (April 27, 1995)
          • Copy of Honorary Doctor of Laws certificate conferred upon Bridget Moran by the University of Victoria, Nov. 30, 1996.
          Bridget Moran fonds
          2008.3 · Fonds · 1935 - 1999, predominate 1954 - 1996

          This fonds illustrates Bridget Moran’s careers as a writer, a social worker and a social activist primarily within the Prince George region of British Columbia. This fonds also contains records pertaining to her personal relationships with family and friends and her receipt of various honours and awards.

          Types of records reflective of her career as a writer include: published articles and unpublished manuscripts, drafts and front cover mock-ups, correspondence with editors from Arsenal Pulp Press, grant applications, notebooks, background material, writer’s workshop invitations and overviews, photographs, oral history interviews and transcripts, and VHS recordings of classroom talks given by Bridget Moran, Mary John and Justa Monk re: her publications.

          Types of records reflective of her career as a social worker and social activist include: annual reports, work journals, correspondence and published newspaper articles re: social policy, photographs, and general background material. Correspondence, photographs and newspaper clippings highlight her personal relationships, while her receipt of honours and awards is demonstrated through copies of letters of recommendation, newspaper clippings, photographs, VHS recordings of award ceremonies, event itineraries, congratulatory correspondence, and invitations.

          The Bridget Moran fonds has been divided into the following four series:

          1. Published and Unpublished Materials
          2. Career Related Materials
          3. Personal Papers and Correspondence
          4. Honours and Awards.
          Moran, Bridget
          2009.7.1.020 · Item · [ca. 1937]
          Part of Archdeacon W. H. Collison fonds

          Joyce stands knee-deep in water, holding a long wrapped object, with a bundle resting on her shoulder (daughter of Archdeacon W.H. Collison's eldest son William Edwin). Trees and bushes visible on opposite shore in background.

          Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "Joyce circa 1937 at Kincolith".

          2009.6.1.001 · Item · August 1937
          Part of The Honourable Iona Campagnolo fonds

          Photograph depicts Rosamond Murchison-Hardy outside with her arms around her two children, all dressed in white. Trees in background.

          Handwritten annotation on verso reads: “Rosamond Murchison-Hardy’s 2 children: Iona Age 4 years 10 mos. ; Harold Age 3 yrs. 1 mos. ; August, 1937”.

          2009.6 · Fonds · 1937 - 2007

          This fonds illustrates the Honourable Iona Campagnolo’s careers as a broadcaster, a theatre producer, community leader, a politician, a feminist, a social activist, a speaker, a lecturer, a Chancellor, an advocate, a consultant and Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia. Types of records reflective of her various careers include: speeches, correspondence, itineraries, contracts, draft manuscripts, newspaper clippings, background material, photographs and ephemera. The Honourable Iona Campagnolo fonds has been divided into the following thirteen series:
          1) Photographs
          2) Theatre & Community Development
          3) Political Career
          4) Non-political Activities
          5) McMaster International Health Centre
          6) Women in Power Project
          7) University of Northern British Columbia
          8) Fraser Basin Council
          9) Miscellaneous – First Nations Material
          10) National Speakers Bureau
          11) Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia
          12) Honours & Awards
          13) Political Papers

          Campagnolo, Iona
          Social correspondence
          2004.12.1.07 · File · 1940-1999, predominant 1968-1999
          Part of Bertha Wood fonds

          File consists of social correspondence consisting of letters, postcards, wedding and party invitations, newspaper clippings, and map brochures.