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Old Indian trails : incidents of camp and trail life, covering two years' exploration through the Rocky Mountains of Canada

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Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Published Date: 1911

Author: Schaffer, Mary T.S.

Publisher: New York : G.P. Putnam's Sons, 1912

Call Number: 02.6 Sh1o

Author: Schaffer, Mary T.S.

Responsibility: Mary T.S. Schaffer

Publisher: New York : G.P. Putnam's Sons, 1912

Published Date: 1911

Physical Description: xiv, 364 pages : frontispiece, illustrations, folded map ; 21 cm

Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Subjects: Travel; Rocky Mountains; Alberta; Schaffer Mary

Abstract: Pertains to the stories of Mary T.S. Schaffer, an American-Canadian naturalist and adventurer, during her time in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Written similar to the format of a diary entry, Schaffer’s book invites the reader to experience the Canadian Rockies from her perspective. She tells of her adventurers, struggles and discoveries during her two year exploration in the Rocky Mountains.

Contents: Expedition of 1907 I.An Explanation II.Trouble at the Start – Bow Valley III.Trailing the North Fork IV.Through unmapped country V.On the search of fortress lake VI.To the base of mount Columbia VII.Back on the old familiar trail VIII.Nashan Valley, Thompson Pass, the Ice-Fields of Mount Columbia IX.Off to the Brazeau Country X.Jonas Pass and a pair of snow-blind eyes XI.On the golden plains of the Saskatchewan XII.The valley of the lakes, then back to cizilisation Expedition of 1908 I.The start II.Back on our old playground – the north fork III.The search for the unmapped lake IV.A maiden voyage on the “new” lake V.The tribulations of the investigator VI.The joys of Pobokton Valley and the Sun Wapta VII.Rock-bluffs, Georges, and residents of the Athabasca VIII.Bound for Mount Robson IX.The Tete jaune Cache X.Going home Index

Accession Number: 2019.51

Call Number: 02.6 Sh1o

Collection: Archives Library

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Report of the commissioner of Dominion Parks : for the year ending in March 31, 1913

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Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Published Date: 1914

Author: Department of the Interior: Dominion of Canada

Publisher: Ottawa : Government Printing Bureau

Call Number: 13.116 In8r 1913

Author: Department of the Interior: Dominion of Canada

Publisher: Ottawa : Government Printing Bureau

Published Date: 1914

Physical Description: 96 pages

Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Subjects: Rocky Mountains; Rocky Mountains Canada; Yoho; Elk Island National Park; Bugaboo Creek; Glacier National Park

Abstract: Pertains to the commissioner report of the Dominion Parks for the year 1913. Published in 1914, the report was used to reflect on the events, successes and downfalls of the previous calendar year. The report discusses many of the Dominion Parks including, but not limited to Buffalo Park, Yoho Park, Elk Island Park, Waterton Lake Park and Jasper Park. Additionally, the report covers the Rocky Mountains Park. Within each discussion of the Dominion Parks, the publication makes mention of each location, wildlife patterns in the area and other relevant information. The report serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding the trails, status and condition of the Dominion Parks at the time.

Notes: Front reads, "Part V Annual Report 1913"

Accession Number: 7201

Call Number: 13.116 In8r 1913

Collection: Archives Library

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Report of the commissioner of Dominion Parks : for the year ending in March 31, 1914

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Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Published Date: 1915

Author: Department of the Interior: Dominion of Canada

Publisher: Ottawa : Government Printing Bureau

Call Number: 13.116 In8r 1914

Author: Department of the Interior: Dominion of Canada

Publisher: Ottawa : Government Printing Bureau

Published Date: 1915

Physical Description: 127 pages

Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Subjects: Rocky Mountains; Rocky Mountains Canada; Yoho; Elk Island National Park; Bugaboo Creek; Glacier National Park

Abstract: Pertains to the commissioner report of the Dominion Parks for the year 1914. Published in 1915, the report was used to reflect on the events, successes and downfalls of the previous calendar year. The report discusses many of the Dominion Parks including, but not limited to Buffalo Park, Yoho Park, Elk Island Park, Waterton Lake Park and Jasper Park. Additionally, the report covers the Rocky Mountains Park. Within each discussion of the Dominion Parks, the publication makes mention of each location, wildlife patterns in the area and other relevant information. The report serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding the trails, status and condition of the Dominion Parks at the time.

Accession Number: 7201

Call Number: 13.116 In8r 1914

Collection: Archives Library

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Museum bulletin no. 2 : The Pre-Cambrian (beltian) rocks of the Southeastern British Columbia and their correlation

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Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Published Date: July, 1914

Author: Schofield, S. J.

Publisher: Ottawa : Government Printing Bureau

Edition: No. 16

Call Number: 03.1 Sch6m

Author: Schofield, S. J.

Responsibility: S. J. Schofield

Edition: No. 16

Publisher: Ottawa : Government Printing Bureau

Published Date: July, 1914

Physical Description: 12 pages

Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Subjects: Geology - British Columbia; Geology; Museums

Abstract: Pertains to information regarding the geology of the Pre-Cambrian-Palaeozoic section of Southeastern B.C.. Specifically, the publication discusses the geological section at Elko, British Columbia. Some of the other topics of discussion include Phillips Formation, Elko Formation, The Jefferson Limestone and more. The publication is short and offers small glimpses of information on each formation.

Accession Number: 7201

Call Number: 03.1 Sch6m

Collection: Archives Library

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Healthful sports for boys

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Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Published Date: 1910

Author: Rochefort, Alfred

Publisher: New York : The Christian Herald

Call Number: 05.5 C46h

Author: Rochefort, Alfred

Responsibility: Alfred Rochefort

Publisher: New York : The Christian Herald

Published Date: 1910

Physical Description: 212 pages

Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Subjects: Sports; Guidebook

Abstract: Pertains to a collection of tips, information, rules and codes of conduct on various sports. The publication is catered to men and discusses an abundance of sporting activities, all of which have been divided among the four seasons. Readers are granted a rare insight into the social expectations of men during the early 20th century, and the ways in which they were expected to behave.

Contents: Chapter I: Marbles - How played; Chapter II: Whip tops and Top Games; Chapter III: Kites and How Made; Chapter IV: Hoops, wheels and buzzers; Chapter V: Let's go A-Fishing; Chapter VI: Boating and Canoeing; Chapter VII: Small sail boats; Chapter VIII: How to swim; Chapter IX: Styles of swimming; Chapter X: Things boys should know; Chapter XI: Curious rhymes for games; Chapter XII: Tag and bull in the ring; Chapter XIII: All about leap frog; Chapter XIV: Duck on the rock-cat; Chapter XV: Ball, bat and racket; Chapter XVI: American baseball; Chapter XVII: All about football; Chapter XVIII: Mumbly peg-hop scotch; Chapter XIX: How to camp out; Chapter XX: Bicylces and lassoes; Chapter XXI: Golf, hockey and shinny; Chapter XXII: Skating-skiing-snow shoeing; Chapter XXIII: Coasting-tobogganing-sleds; Chapter XXIV: General athletics; Chapter XXV: Cries-shouts-college yells; Chapter XXVI: Clever tricks; Chapter XXVII: Sleight-of-hand

Accession Number: 3069 a

Call Number: 05.5 C46h

Collection: Archives Library

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Helpful talks with girls

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Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Published Date: 1910

Author: Ketling, Elizabeth

Publisher: New York : The Christian Herald

Call Number: 05.5 C46he

Author: Ketling, Elizabeth

Responsibility: Elizabeth Ketling

Publisher: New York : The Christian Herald

Published Date: 1910

Physical Description: 212 pages

Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Subjects: Guidebook; Women

Abstract: Pertains to a collection of tips, information and formal rules catered towards women. The publication covers topics such as health, motherhood, employment and various others. Readers are granted an interesting insight into the social expectations placed upon women during the early 20th century, and the ways in which they were expected to behave.

Contents: Chapter I: Possibilities; Chapter II: Improved Opportunities; Chapter III: An essential to success; Chapter IV: Women who must work; Chapter V: What to do; Chapter VI: What may be done; Chapter VII: Exchanges and agencies; Chapter VIII: Other money-making sources; Chapter IX: Renting apartments, boarding houses; Chapter X: Special work; Chapter XI: Candy making and catering; Chapter XII: Another novel venture; Chapter XIII: Shops; Chapter XIV: Trades; Chapter XV: Some other callings; Chapter XVI: Secretaries; Chapter XVII: The civil service; Chapter XVIII: The teacher; Chapter XIX: Tea rooms and restaurants; Chapter XX: The kindergarten; Chapter XXI: The private school and library; Chapter XXII: Women waiters; Chapter XXIII: Telegraphs and telephones; Chapter XXIV: In conclusion

Accession Number: 3069 a

Call Number: 05.5 C46he

Collection: Archives Library

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Business hints for men and women

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Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Published Date: 1910

Author: Calhoun, A.R.

Publisher: New York : The Christian Herald

Call Number: 05.5 C46b

Author: Calhoun, A.R.

Responsibility: A.R. Calhoun

Publisher: New York : The Christian Herald

Published Date: 1910

Physical Description: 213 pages.

Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Subjects: Guidebook; Women; Businesses; Guide

Abstract: Pertains to a collection of business tips, information, and hints catered to both men and women. The publication serves as a guidebook, and was intended to help establish a sort of formal ruling based on societal expectations. Readers are granted an interesting insight into the minds of those in the early 20th century, as well as the societal expectations placed upon both men and women of the period.

Contents: Chapter I: Common sense farming; Chapter II: Documents you should understand; Chapter III: Forms of deeds and mortgages; Chapter IV: Wills; Chapter V: Letter writing; Chapter VI: Bills, Receipts and accounts; Chapter VII: Who should keep accounts?; Chapter VIII: As to banks; Chapter IX: Savings banks; Chapter X: Notes-drafts; Chapter XI: A draft; Chapter XII: Just money; Chapter XIII: Our postal business; Chapter XIV: Telegrams - the telephone; Chapter XV: Business by express; Chapter XVI: About railroads; Chapter XVII: Taxes; Chapter XVIII: Contracts-leases-guarantees; Chapter XIX: Life insurance; Chapter XX: Insurance-fire-accident; Chapter XXI: Partnerships; Chapter XXII: Investments; Chapter XXIII: Bonds as investments; Chapter XXIV: Things to remember; Chapter XXV: Worth knowing; Chapter XXVI: Look before you leap; Chapter XXVII: Contractions and signs; Chapter XXVIII: Words and phrases used

Accession Number: 3069 a

Call Number: 05.5 C46b

Collection: Archives Library

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Panama Canal : what it is, what it means

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Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Published Date: 1913

Author: Barrett, John

Publisher: Washington, D.C. : Pan American Union

Call Number: 08 B27p

Author: Barrett, John

Responsibility: John Barrett

Publisher: Washington, D.C. : Pan American Union

Published Date: 1913

Physical Description: 120 pages : illustrations, maps, portraits (some color) ; 23 cm

Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Subjects: History; Travel; American

Abstract: Pertains to a collection of information, facts and tips regarding the Panama Canal. The publication acknowledges the growing interest in the Panama Canal, and has thus created this source of information to aid in awareness. The publication covers all aspects of the Panama, while working to create a digestible source of information. Topics include but are not limited to, travel, politics, climate, and other relevant information regarding Panama and the Panama Canal.

Accession Number: 3069 a

Call Number: 08 B27p

Collection: Archives Library

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Entertainments for home, church and school

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Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Published Date: 1910

Author: Seeger, Frederica

Publisher: New York : The Christian Herald

Call Number: 05.5 C46e

Author: Seeger, Frederica

Responsibility: Frederica Seeger

Publisher: New York : The Christian Herald

Published Date: 1910

Physical Description: 212 pages.

Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Subjects: Guidebook; Churches; Schools

Abstract: Pertains to a collection of games to play in the home, church and school. The aim of the publication was to entice amusement that was both fun and educational. The publication contains a comprehensive list of games, most requiring little to no extra materials, catered to the home, church and school. While the publication was produced in the early 20th century, it offers the reader a fun insight into past times and games used with children and adults alike.

Contents: Chapter I: Household games and amusements; Chapter II: Household games and amusements; Chapter III: Household games and amusements; Chapter IV: Household games and amusements; Chapter V: Household games and amusements; Chapter VI: Household games and amusements; Chapter VII: Church and school socials; Chapter VIII: Church and school socials; Chapter IX: Church and school socials; Chapter X: Church and school socials; Chapter XI: Optical illusions; Chapter XII: Table games for adults; Chapter XIII: Outdoor games for adults; Chapter XIV: Holiday games adn amusements; Chapter XV: Outdoor games for girls; Chapter XVI: Pastimes for children; Chapter XVII: Indoor games for young children; Chapter XVIII: Outdoor games for young children; Chapter XIX: Singing games for children; Chapter XX: Games of arithmetic; Chapter XXI: One hundred conundrums

Accession Number: 3069 a

Call Number: 05.5 C46e

Collection: Archives Library

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Handy man's manual of facts and figures

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Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Published Date: 1910

Author: Milford, James D.

Publisher: New York : The Christian Herald

Call Number: 05.5 C46ha

Author: Milford, James D.

Responsibility: James D. Milford

Publisher: New York : The Christian Herald

Published Date: 1910

Physical Description: 213 pages.

Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Subjects: farming; handy-work; Guidebooks

Abstract: Pertains to a collection of tips and information on handy-work and farming. While the publication admittedly claims not to be exhaustive, the guide continues to serve as a source of valuable farming information. The publication serves as a valuable source in understanding early 19th century farming, as well as poses as a possible comparison to modern farming techniques.

Contents: Chapter I: Success; Chapter II: Learn through the United States; Chapter III: The census; Chapter IV: Public lands; Chapter V: Interstate commerce; Chapter VI: Postal savings banks; Chapter VII: Labor, laws, and wages; Chapter VIII: Farm manures; Chapter IX: Corn; Chapter X: Factors in crop production; Chapter XI: Fruit Trees; Chapter XII: House flies and insect pests; Chapter XIII: Bees; Chapter XIV: About buildings; Chapter XV: About chickens; Chapter XVI: Good roads; Chapter XVII: What the handy man knows; Chapter XVIII: Around the farm; Chapter XIX: Things worth knowing; Chapter XX: About the house

Accession Number: 3069 a

Call Number: 05.5 C46ha

Collection: Archives Library

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Marvels of modern science

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Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Published Date: 1910

Author: Severing, Paul

Publisher: New York : The Christian Herald

Call Number: 05.5 C46m

Author: Severing, Paul

Responsibility: Paul Severing

Publisher: New York : The Christian Herald

Published Date: 1910

Physical Description: 213 pages.

Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Subjects: technology; science

Abstract: Pertains to a collection of scientific discoveries in the early 1900’s. Published in the early 20th century, the publication offers an incredible comparison to what we today may consider marvels in modern science. While the publication is not exhaustive, it is comprehensive in nature, and offers an interesting perspective into early scientific discovery.

Contents: Chapter I: Flying Machines; Chapter II: Wireless Telegraphy; Chapter III: Radium; Chapter IV: Moving pictures; Chapter V: Sky-scrapers and how they are built; Chapter VI: Ocean places; Chapter VII: Wonderful creations in plant life; Chapter VIII: Latest discoveries in archaeology; Chapter IX: Great tunnels of the world; Chapter X: Electricity in the household; Chapter XI: Harnessing the water-fall; Chapter XII: Wonderful war ships; Chapter XIII: A talk on big guns; Chapter XIV: Mystery of the stars; Chapter XV: Can we communicate with other worlds?

Accession Number: 3069 a

Call Number: 05.5 C46m

Collection: Archives Library

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The perfect gentleman

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Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Published Date: 1919

Author: Bergengren, Ralph

Publisher: Boston : The Atlantic Monthly Press

Call Number: 05.5 B35t

Author: Bergengren, Ralph

Responsibility: Ralph Bergengren

Publisher: Boston : The Atlantic Monthly Press

Published Date: 1919

Physical Description: 133 pages 22 cm

Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Subjects: Guide; Guidebook

Abstract: Pertains to a collection of manners and customs on being a perfect gentlemen. Written similarly to a guidebook, the publication offers tips and firm rules of activities to both engage in, and avoid when a man is working on his gentlemanly skills. The book offers insight into the societal norms of the early 20th century, allowing the reader to understand the expectations placed upon men of the period.

Contents: The perfect gentleman -- As a man dresses -- In the chair -- Oh, shining shoes! -- On making calls -- The lier in bed -- To bore or not to bore -- Where toils the tailor -- Shaving thoughts -- Oh, the afternoon tea!

Accession Number: 3069 a

Call Number: 05.5 B35t

Collection: Archives Library

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A minstrel in France

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Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Published Date: 1918

Author: Lauder, Harry

Publisher: Toronto : McClelland, Goodchild & Stewart Limited

Call Number: 08 L36a

Author: Lauder, Harry

Responsibility: Harry Lauder

Publisher: Toronto : McClelland, Goodchild & Stewart Limited

Published Date: 1918

Physical Description: 338 pages

Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Subjects: World War, 1914-1918; World War I

Abstract: Pertains to the work of Harry Lauder in which he encapsulates the war, showing the humanity, pain and humor in it all. Lauder opens up in his vulnerabilities and expresses the pain in losing his son, while also providing vivid insight into the realities of frontline warfare. Harry Lauder shares his experience in the World War One battlefields, as he undergoes a personal journey of grief and longing for his son who made the ultimate sacrifice while fighting in France.

Contents: I (pg. 1); II (pg. 11); III (pg. 25); IV (pg. 33); V (pg. 42); VI (pg. 52); VII (pg 61); VIII (pg. 71); IX (pg. 80); X (pg. 91); XI (pg. 107); XII (pg. 118); XIII (pg. 131); XIV (pg. 146); XV (pg. 164); XVI (pg. 180); XVII (pg. 200); XVIII (pg. 217); XIX (pg. 236); XX (pg. 247); XXI (pg. 261); XXII (pg. 274); XXIII (pg. 285); XXIV (pg. 293); XXV (pg. 304); XXVI (pg. 316); XXVII (pg. 323); XXVIII (pg. 330)

Notes: Condition Alert : Front cover is in fragile condiiton

Accession Number: 3069 a

Call Number: 08 L36a

Collection: Archives Library

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A family letter from a German-American to his brother

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Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Published Date: 1917

Author: Heinrichs, Rudolf

Publisher: The Atlantic Monthly Co.

Call Number: 08 H34a Pam

Author: Heinrichs, Rudolf

Responsibility: Rudolf Heinrichs

Publisher: The Atlantic Monthly Co.

Published Date: 1917

Physical Description: 28 pages.

Medium: Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)

Subjects: Germany; American

Abstract: "The purpose of circulating it especially among Americans of German ancestry is to bring closely to their attention the real issues which now confront the nation of which they are a component part, with the hope that the example of the writer may be an inspiration to this virile, intelligent, and prosperous portion of our people, and that it may perhaps be the means of helping them to see clearly that their first duty is to be positively loyal to the country which has welcomed them with such generous hospitality and which before the Great War, for one reason or another, they preferred to the land of their ancestors. In this fateful hour when millions of America's sons are offering their lives in defense of that freedom which men and women of all races and nationalities have sought and found under the Stars and Stripes, the whole nation looks hopefully to our fellow citizens of German lineage to stand by the country which in happier days they or their ancestors chose of their own free will to be their home and their children's homeland."