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Two Men with Horse
2009.5.3.111 · Item · [ca. 1910?]
Part of Taylor-Baxter Family Photograph Collection

Photograph depicts two men believed to be North-West Mounted Police officers standing on either side of white packhorse. Forest and mountains in background. Photograph may have been taken in Vanderhoof, B.C.

2007.17.3.13 · Item · [ca. 1920]
Part of James Joseph Claxton Photograph Collection

Photograph depicts a group of seven men standing in front of buildings. This is believed to be a cropped copy print of an original photo of the erroneously entitled the "Cairo Gang." Handwritten annotation on verso of photo reads: “Members of IGOE Gang. These were a group of police spies under the leadership of a fearless R.I.C. officer who were brought in from country posts to identify volunteers who would come in from Command Post in the country to visit H.Q. Dublin.” This annotation may be incorrect; instead, the photograph may depict members of the Special Gang "F" Coy. Auxiliary.

2007.17.3.6 · Item · [192-?]
Part of James Joseph Claxton Photograph Collection

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"

2009.6.1.543 · Item · 1999
Part of The Honourable Iona Campagnolo fonds

The group stands in front of an ornate stone wall and two Canadian flags.

Handwritten annotation on photograph enclosure reads: “8/6/99. Dear Lady, When I saw this photograph I knew there was a certain person who would truly appreciate and ‘feel’ its significance. Not many steps left to take now . . . . your unwavering support is never more appreciated. best personal regards, Peter”; handwritten annotation on verso reads: “Nisga’a”.

2009.5.2.8 · Item · [ca. 1911]
Part of Taylor-Baxter Family Photograph Collection

Photograph depicts Sarah Glassey, holding her fox terrier, and standing at corner of log house. Felled trees in foreground, forest trees in background. Photograph believed to have been taken on the 160 acres of land which Sarah purchased in the Kispiox Valley in 1911. She became the first single woman to pre-empt land in British Columbia. This house was built in a year with the help of a Gitxsan Elder.

2009.5.2.66 · Item · [ca. 1935]
Part of Taylor-Baxter Family Photograph Collection

Photograph depicts an unidentified First Nations man standing to right of wolf pelts that hang from eaves of house in Atlin, B.C. Stewart and Glassey stand on left, Glassey wearing a suit and tie. Typed annotation on recto of photograph: "Wolf pelts from Teslin, B.C.", handwritten: "Ron Stewart is policeman." See also items 2009.5.2.67 & 2009.5.2.68.

Prince Rupert court house.
2011.3.3.69 · Item · 23 October 1952
Part of North Coast & Central BC Postcard Collection

Ground level view of the Prince Rupert court house. Printed annotation on recto reads: "Court House." Handwritten annotation on recto in blue ballpoint pen reads: "Prince Rupert BC." Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "Hi Folks. Guess you've heard the good news by now. Well we've finished our cruises for this year so its home again finally to be with Marge and Janet. Will write shortly. Love Derek." Postcard is addressed to: "Mr & Mrs J.J. Oliver Box 666 Yarmouth N.S." Verso affixed with a three cent Canadian stamp. Postmark on verso reads: "Prince Rupert BC Oct 23 130 PM 1952."

2009.5.2.61 · Item · 1937
Part of Taylor-Baxter Family Photograph Collection

Photograph depicts car on road, rocky hillside in background. Typed caption beneath this photograph: "The official car of the Government Agent, Atlin". Handwritten annotation on recto of photograph: "Uncle Bert's car as Government Agent".

2008.3.3.1.1 · Item · 26 May 1995
Part of Bridget Moran fonds

Photograph depicts Moran wearing regalia and standing at podium while reading at the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George, B.C. Group sits in foreground and background. Flags and speakers can be seen against far wall.

Moran at UNBC Convocation
2008.3.3.1.2 · Item · 26 May 1995
Part of Bridget Moran fonds

Photograph depicts Moran wearing regalia and holding an unidentified item in the Canfor lecture theater at the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George, B.C. Group sits against wall in foreground and in theater seats in background. Flags and speakers can be seen against far wall. Cameras and photographers also visible in image.

2007.17.3.9 · Item · May 1921
Part of James Joseph Claxton Photograph Collection

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.”

2009.6.1.645 · Item · 8 March 2007
Part of The Honourable Iona Campagnolo fonds

Beverley A. Busson promoted from Deputy Commissioner for British Columbia and the Yukon, and commander of British Columbia to Commissioner. Handwritten notation on RCMP Commanding Officer letterhead included with photograph reads: “RCMP Change of Command, Bev Busson to Interim Com Cda, Gary Bass to Dep Com, E + M, Div”.

2009.6.1.570 · Item · May 1994
Part of The Honourable Iona Campagnolo fonds

Photograph taken in Addie Milewski's driveway, police car parked behind. Neighbouring yards can be seen across street in background.

Photographer’s stamp on verso reads: “May 1994”.

Item is one of nine photographs accompanying a greeting card from Agnes Hauglak, Addie Milewski’s sister, reading: “I though you might want these photos. I had to go and send every one their family things. Thank you for being kind to my sister Addie, Agnes M Hauglak”; see also items 2009.6.1.569 - 2009.6.1.577.

2009.6.1.522 · Item · 10 June 1994
Part of The Honourable Iona Campagnolo fonds

An unidentified woman hands Iona Campagnolo an honourary degree at convocation ceremony, both wearing regalia.

Typed letter on University of Calgary, The Senate Office letterhead, dated 3 October 1994, reads: “Dear Chancellor Campagnolo: Re: Convocation Picture, I have enclosed a picture as a memento from the June 10th Installation Ceremony. I hope you enjoy it. Sincerely, Lynne Grinnell, Ceremonies Office”