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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          2009.5.1.88 · Item · 14 June 1927
          Part of Taylor-Baxter Family Photograph Collection

          Typed on verso of ticket: "CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAYS WESTERN REGION" "EMPLOYES TRIP PASS - FIRST CLASS" "SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS ON BACK" "PASS (1) Miss V. B. Taylor, ACCOUNT Stenographer -- C.N.R. TO Vancouver, B.C. FROM Prince Rupert, B.C. via Jasper, Alta." "DATE ISSUED} June 14th/27. EXPIRES END OF} July. 1927" "ADDRESS Prince Rupert. REQD BY V.B.T." "HONORED ON TRAIN NO. [6]". Verso has been signed by the conductor (illegible) and dated "Jun 18".

          Typed on recto of ticket: "PASS ONE WAY ONLY TW IN ACCORDANCE WITH ACCOMPANYING PASS, BUT IN OPPOSITE DIRECTION" "VOID IF DETACHED" "143518". Stamped annotation on recto: "[ISSUED BY] W. H. TOBEY". Handwritten annotation on recto: "OFF SNOWSHOED NO 5 JULY 13 [WM?]". Ticket has been punched with four different shapes.

          Quesnelle Forks Sign
          2012.13.1.31.19 · Item · 1985
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          Image depicts Kent Sedgwick standing in front of a sign with a dog in Quesnelle Forks, B.C. The sign describes the history of the site, which began as a mining camp in 1859, but was later completely abandoned after a fire in 1866. It is now managed as a Forest Service Recreation Project.

          Queen Bea
          2014.6.1.11 · File · 2014
          Part of Rustad & Dezell Family fonds

          File consists of the self-published book "Queen Bea: Highlights of the Life of Bea Dezell".

          2008.3.1 · Series · 1945-1999
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Series consists of newspaper clippings, correspondence, photographs, pamphlets, newsletters, advertisements, contracts, notebooks, audiocassettes of oral interviews and readings, transcripts, book launch announcements, front cover mock-ups, edited drafts, manuscripts, fact sheets, poems, catalogues, bookmarks, skits, conference events programme, poster, grant applications and related correspondence, a wooden placard, handwritten notes, book reviews, inquest reports, background material, VHS recordings of classroom talks given by Bridget Moran, Mary John and Justa Monk re: her publications, and ephemera. This series contains material from all five of her publications:

          1. (1988) Stoney Creek Woman: The Story of Mary John. Vancouver: Arsenal Pulp Press.
          2. (1990) Judgment at Stoney Creek. Vancouver: Arsenal Pulp Press
          3. (1992) A Little Rebellion. Vancouver: Arsenal Pulp Press.
          4. (1994) Justa: A First Nations Leader. Vancouver: Arsenal Pulp Press.
          5. (1996) Prince George Remembered. Prince George, British Columbia: Moran Publishing.
            This series also consists of, but is not limited to, a number of unpublished manuscripts and drafts and/or writing contest submissions also written by Bridget Moran, such as:
            • "Mary and Me" (ca. 1998)
            • "Where Winds Come Sweet" (ca. 1981)
            • "The Horizontal Land" (ca. 1992)
            • "The Summer of '81"
            • "The Relief Cheque" (ca. 1998)
            • "The Case of the Box of Matches" (ca. 1987)
            • "Unholy Deadlock" (ca. 1990)
            • "The Numbers Game"
            • "Reflections on Theme" (ca. 1967)
            • "Come Hell or High Water" (ca. 1976)
            • "Man Alive"
            • "The Deadbeat Mystique"
            • "Hell on Wheels"
            • "Backstairs at the Palace"
            • "James MacCallum" (ca. 1984)
            • "Hushaby, Baby" (ca. 1981)
            • "The Decline and Fall of Mr. Sullivan"
            • "Case History of a Gadfly"
            • "Welfare and the Good Life"
            • "Childhood Memories" (ca. 1976)
            • "The Three Musketeers" (ca. 1974-75)
            • "A Child's Christmas in Saskatchewan" (ca. 1979)
            • "Diary of Success Homecoming"
            • "My Old Flame" (ca. 1992)
            • "O Ye Dry Bones" (ca. 1996)
            • "Supper, Little Children" (ca. 1983).
          2009.5.2.2 · Item · [ca. 1914]
          Part of Taylor-Baxter Family Photograph Collection

          Photograph depicts 9 soldiers posed in uniform on steps. Wooden boardwalk in foreground, side of building in background. Handwritten annotation on recto of photograph: "Like the Country over here but it is very wet at present have you been around the ranch lately, would have come home, but we had to leave in a hurry hope to see you all well when I come back how are the fruit trees looking, let me have all the news. Yours Truly [Pete?] G Williamson 63rd B Battalion No 464284 Army Post Office London England." Photograph speculated to have been sent to H.F. Glassey or his family.

          2009.7.1.166 · Item · [ca. 1900]
          Part of Archdeacon W. H. Collison fonds

          Mark Sutton, in Christian Army uniform, is seated while his wife stands next to him. A drum is visible in the background.

          Handwritten annotation in pen on recto reads: “Saved to serve. Mark Sutton & wife. Mark Sutton Indian name ‘Chean’ (?) & wife.” Handwritten annotation in pen on verso reads: “Chapter VI. No. 1. Mark Sutton & wife. Only survivor of crew of canoe shot by war party. Twice doomed but “Saved to Serve.”

          2009.7.1.183 · Item · [ca. 1876]
          Part of Archdeacon W. H. Collison fonds

          Portrait of Lady Dufferin, wife of Lord Dufferin (Governor General of Canada, 1872-1878) was given to W.H. and Marion Collison on the occasion of their visit to the North Coast in 1876.

          Handwritten annotation in pen on the verso which reads: “Given to my parents.” Recto of photograph is signed by Lady Dufferin. Photographers mark on recto reads: “Cabinet Portrait Hunter & Co. Toronto, Ontario”.

          2009.7.1.008 · Item · [ca. 1905]
          Part of Archdeacon W. H. Collison fonds

          The group poses in front of an archway covered in foliage, wood building in background. The Archdeacon sits in centre, in front of his wife Marion.

          Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "Grand-dad + Grannie with family + friends at Kincolith / Mother + Dad lower left" (W.E. Collison sits on left in front of his wife Bertha).

          Portrait of Bridget Moran
          2008.3.1.108.1 · Item · July 1997
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Photograph depicts close view of Moran seated in front of window at unknown location. Handwritten annotation on recto of photograph: "July / 1997". Accompanying note reads "[...] also enclosed is a letter sent to you via Marianne & your book that got left behind. Hope you are well & we'd love to see you at our meeting sometime. Regards! Sue [McNeill?]."

          2009.7.1.294 · Item · 19 September 1907
          Part of Archdeacon W. H. Collison fonds

          Photograph of a young girl believed to be Katy Collison seated for a formal portrait on a wheeled chair. Handwritten annotation in pen on recto reads: "With love from 'Mama'[?] 1907." Handwritten address on verso reads: "Miss West[?] Metlakatla British Columbia N.W. America." Two half penny stamps affixed on verso and partially obscured by two postmarks which read: "Folkstone 1.15 PM SP 19 07."

          2009.5.3.149 · Item · 1920
          Part of Taylor-Baxter Family Photograph Collection

          Photograph depicts a large group of women, men, and children standing and sitting on grass. Stand of trees crosses midground, forest visible in background. Handwritten annotation on verso of photograph: "Picnic at Fort George (Central) 1920." Photograph believed to have been taken at current location of Spruceland Shopping Center.

          Photographs
          2009.7.1 · Series · [ca. 1873 - ca. 1939]
          Part of Archdeacon W. H. Collison fonds

          Series consists of images pertaining the Collison family, North Coastal First Nations communities, means of transportation along North Coastal British Columbia, and various church structures and religious events.

          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.

          2009.6.1.467 · Item · 1984
          Part of The Honourable Iona Campagnolo fonds

          Handwritten notation affixed to photographs reads: “Pride of Place on a Young Liberal’s Wall, 1984”; handwritten card from Inniss Photo Service Reg’d, Brockville accompanying the photograph reads: “To Iona Campagnolo, From:- Jan Inniss, My son Scott (+ his mother) attended your recent address in Brockville . . . . I thought you might be interested in seeing what happened to one of your posters . . . A place of honor in his room . . + notice how it takes precedence over the Premier”.

          Personal records
          2002.14.2 · Series · 1976-2008
          Part of Marianne (Marika) Ainley fonds

          Series contains two diplomas awarded to Dr. Ainley by the University of Northern British Columbia, news clippings, and photographs. Series also includes some of her activities during her retirement including her art exhibits, a cruise, and membership in Federation of BC Writers.

          Personal Records
          2001.8.6 · Series · 1965-2001
          Part of Geoffrey R. Weller fonds

          Series consists of day planners and journals, a scrapbook from Weller's time at Lakehead University, photographs and birthday cards for his 50th birthday and other material not involved in Weller's academic research or teaching positions.

          2008.3.1.128 · File · 1995-1999
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          File consists of:

          • Letter of Offer and Cheque Requisitions Form from Carrier Sekani Family Services regarding Ms. Moran's services to a 1996 Youth Conference
          • Contact List
          • Notes on "Women"
          • Program of Events and Agenda for Native Awareness Conference, May 1, 1998
          • Letters to Mary John and Bridget Moran from students from an Aboriginal Employment Training Program out of Duncan, B.C. re: Stoney Creek Woman (January 4, 1999)
          • Fax from Kathleen Fitzpatrick (Treaty 8 Tribal Association) to Bridget Moran re: book signing and travel arrangements (Feb. 1998)
          • Fax from Lucette Kirback (Legal Services Society) to Bridget Moran re: trip arrangements to Bella Bella and Bella Coola (June 1998); associated airline tickets and trip itinerary
          • Letter of Thanks and Payment Notice for Public Readings to Bridget Moran from the Canada Council (Nov. 1995)
          • Unopened envelope containing "My First Advance, $30, Stoney Creek Woman"
          • Letter from Ricci Dalton of the Simon Fraser University, New Caltec Program thanking Ms. Moran on her speaking engagement with Mary John (Jan. 27, 1998)
          • Letters from BCTLA Conference Planning Committee re: Bridget Moran's speaking engagement at The Roots and Wings Teacher Librarian conference.
          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.
          Personal notebook
          2004.12.1.19 · File · 1991
          Part of Bertha Wood fonds

          File consists of Bertha Wood's private notes on day-to-day activities and events, medical information, and daily moods.

          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.

          Personal health
          2004.12.1.14 · File · 1954-1999
          Part of Bertha Wood fonds

          File consists of medical receipts, eyewear prescriptions, pharmacy receipts, eye surgery details, and mental health awareness letters.

          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.

          2014.6.1.15 · File · 1999
          Part of Rustad & Dezell Family fonds

          File consists of an electronic oral history transcript documenting the life of Ella Melvira Stephens from approximately 1911 - 1999. Interview conducted in spring of 1999 by an unidentified UNBC student.

          Oral History: Bea Dezell
          2014.6.1.14 · File · 2004
          Part of Rustad & Dezell Family fonds

          File consists of an electronic oral history transcript documenting the life of Bea Dezell from approximately 189? to 2004. Interview conducted in May and June 2004 by Denise Torgerson and transcript prepared by Elaine Hauck, both of Prince George Oral History Group.

          Old House in Penny, B.C.
          2012.13.1.87.119 · Item · [between 1970 and 1990]
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          Image depicts an old house in Penny and a woman, possibly Sue Sedgwick, standing in front of it. The location is uncertain.