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Correspondence: Business

https://archives.whyte.org/en/permalink/descriptions23046
Part Of
Hans Gmoser fonds
Scope & Content
One file pertaining to correspondence regarding “Bugaboos: B.C. Government Correspondence Boulder Camp”. Proposed Conditions for CMH Summer Permit in the Bugaboos- numbers 1-25. Letter on yellow carbon from Canadian Mountain Holidays regarding the stoppage of the climbing school at Boulder Camp in …
Date Range
1963-1978
Reference Code
M224 / 54
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Textual record
More detail
Part Of
Hans Gmoser fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M224
Series
IV.C. Textual records
Sous-Fonds
M224
Accession Number
8111
Reference Code
M224 / 54
GMD
Textual record
Date Range
1963-1978
Physical Description
3 cm of textual records.
Scope & Content
One file pertaining to correspondence regarding “Bugaboos: B.C. Government Correspondence Boulder Camp”. Proposed Conditions for CMH Summer Permit in the Bugaboos- numbers 1-25. Letter on yellow carbon from Canadian Mountain Holidays regarding the stoppage of the climbing school at Boulder Camp in the Bugaboos due to Parks Canada pressure. Letter from M. E. Goddard, Regional Manager of Ministry of Recreation and Conservation regarding Gmoser’s previous letter indicating at the Branch pressured him into closing the summer operations in the Bugaboos. Goddard indicates that people advertising summer climbing schools should be brought to ministry attention, and “you must have realized your presence there would end eventually…it was solely your decision to terminate your summer operations in the Bugaboos.”Sept 8, 1978. Letter to Milt E. Goddard criticizing the Parks handling of the summer operation in the Bugaboos, regarding the stoppage of use of the Conrad Kain Hut. Gmoser suggests that others are advertising climbing schools without qualifications are using the hut accommodation and asks to be heard by Parks officials. July 12, 1978. Letter from M. E. Goddard discussing the discontinued operation of the Mountain Climbing School in the Bugaboos, thanking him for his past operations and wishing them success in the future. June 28, 1978. Four pages of handwritten “Proposed Conditions for CMH Summer Permit in the Bugaboos.” Letter on yellow carbon to M. E. Goddard advising the discontinuation of Mountain Climbing School and Guide Service at the Boulder Camp in the Bugaboos. The program was operated at a loss, and the new rules for operation would raise costs and lower service. May 1, 1978. Letter on yellow carbon to the Honourable Grace McCarthy, Minister of Trade and Tourism regarding the Conrad Kain Hut, listing proposed injustices and the CMH’s beneficial use of the hut. March 10, 1978. Attached “Proposed Conditions for CMH Summer Permit in the Bugaboos Letter from William Putnam regarding Bugaboos conflict, details regarding Battle Abbey renovations. Feb 21, 1978. Photocopy of letter from William Putnam to M. E. Goddard regarding “occupancy problems” re overcrowding at the Conrad Kain Hut and providing advice on the “non-residents of Canada and generally ungrateful” visitors who are not led by commercial guiding services. Feb 21, 1978. Letter on yellow carbon to William Putnam enclosing a letter from George Trachuk regarding the Bugaboos. Feb 8, 1978. Letter from William Putnam asking what to write, with postscript regarding Battle Abbey. Jan 24, 1978. Letter from M. E. Goddard regarding the new Brach position for the Conrad Kain Hut. Jan 9, 1978. Letter from Parks Branch to William Putnam regarding his comments on the new Branch wide policy. Draft letter from William Putnam to The American Alpine Club regarding a new method of running the camp based on American visitors. August 23, 1977. Yellow carbon half page from CMH, handwritten regretfully discussing the cancellation of the trip to see the European hut system. Feb 7, 1978. Letter from Phil Whitfield cancelling the trip to look over the European hut system, due to the cancellation of the European trip. Feb 1, 1978. Letter on yellow carbon to P. R. Whitfield in response to the Parks sponsoring the informational trip to Europe. Oct 25, 1977. Letter on yellow paper from Phil Whitfield regarding setting up a guided tour of European mountain huts for BC Parks representatives. Oct 20, 1977. Letter, four pages, to the Honorable Grace McCarthy regarding the Boulder Camp, Parks conflict with CMH and the small size of the Conrad Kain Hut. Discusses the use of the hut by “a small group of welfare and unemployment insurance recipients…the main instigator not even being a legal resident of Canada.” Includes list of fees for the climbing schools and suggestions for building of a larger structure and to take a team to Europe. Sept 3, 1976. Letter from G. Trachuk in thanks for a meeting. Jan 16, 1975. Photocopy of letter to R. H. Ahrens, Director, Provincial Parks regarding the Conrad Kain Hut and suggestions on the operation of other huts, such as the Boulder Camp. Dec 19, 1974. Letter on yellow carbon from Bruce Harding, General Manager CMH, to Chris Sadlier regarding hut fees payment request. July 5, 1977. Photocopy of handwritten letter regarding hut fees. July 4, 1977. Letter on yellow carbon to Milt E. Goddard regarding stoppage of use of the Conrad Kain Hut. March 25, 1977. Letter from M. E. Goddard regarding termination of Conrad Kain Hut privileges. Feb 28, 1977. Letter on yellow carbon to Honorable Even Wolfe, Minister of Finance enclosing a letter sent to Honorable Grace McCarthy. Sept 3, 1976. Letter on yellow carbon to John L. Bouldbee requesting suggestions on working with Parks. Sept 13, 1976. Letter from John L. Boultbee enclosing a letter sent to Evan Wolfe and warning that Gmoser will have to explain if he pays the BC sales tax on food and liquor and why he chooses to live in Alberta. Aug 17, 1976. Letter from John L. Boultbee to Evan Wolfe regarding Gmoser and recreational investment in his services. Aug 17, 1976. Five pages of notes and names for letters to John Bouldbee and Grace McCarthy, among others. Letter from M. E. Goddard regarding termination of use of Conrad Kain Hut and the allowance of a semi permanent camp. With note written in pencil. Aug 12, 1976. Photocopy of letter to R. H. Ahrens, Director, Provincial Parks regarding mountain rescue and the Conrad Kain Hut. Dec 19, 1974. One page of handwritten notes for the prior letters. Letter on yellow carbon to Chris Sadleir, Assistant District Superintendent Department of Recreation and Conservation regarding the continued use of the Conrad Kain Hut. Aug 29, 1975. Letter on yellow carbon from Bruce Harding to Chris Sadleir regarding the hut fees and a trip to Europe for Parks personnel. Letter from C. W. Sadlier regarding the enclosure of the Order-In-Council giving Parks authority to collect hut fees and declaring that money must be collected each night, also discussing the stoppage of Forest Service cutting snags in the park. June 16, 1975. Photocopy of amendment of Clause charging hut fees and limiting time spent in the huts at Mt. Assiniboine and Bugaboo Glacier Provincial Park. May 29, 1975. Letter from N. O. Blackburn, Regional Supervisor Department of Recreation and Conservation Parks Branch regarding photographs for the hut and raising the issue of sharing the Conrad Kain Hut. March 24, 1975. Letter on yellow carbon to Norm Blackburn regarding copies of pictures. March 1, 1975. Letter on yellow carbon from P.A. Lever to R. H. Ahrens sending information on the Humus Toilet for the Conrad Kain Hut. Feb 11, 1975. Letter to Norm O. Blackburn on yellow carbon outlining issues discussed with guides who worked at Boulder camp, including responsibility of rescue, rescue equipment, training Parks staff on rescue equipment and the requirement of a second helicopter pilot trained for rescues. Aug 29, 1974. “Tentative Suggestions for Supplies at Boulder Camp.” July 27, 1974. Letter on yellow carbon to Norm O. Blackburn regarding suggested supplies and instillation of equipment. July 27, 1974. Letter from N. O. Blackburn in receipt of suggestions. Aug 16, 1974. Photocopy of “Tentative Suggestions for Supplies at Boulder Camp.” July 27, 1974. Letter from Norm O. Blackburn regarding suggestions, photographing by Rudi Gertsch, supplies and use of the stove. May 15, 1974. Letter on yellow carbon to Norm Blackburn regarding suggestions and photographer Rudi Gertsch. April 22, 1974. Letter on yellow carbon to R. Ahrens regarding chemical waste treatment. Jan 27, 1974. 2 copies of letter from Advanced Waste Treatment Systems. Jan 4, 1974. Green brochure “Physical Chemical Zero Discharge Waste Treatment System.” Letter from R. H. Ahrens regarding a hut custodian for Conrad Kain Hut. May 9, 1973. Letter to Bob Ahrens regarding the placement of a hut custodian for the Conrad Kain Hut. May 1, 1973. Letter on yellow carbon to Milt E. Goddard regarding the placement of a hut custodian with a “firm hand.” Jan 13, 1972. Letter from M. E. Goddard regarding the erection of the Conrad Kain Hut and discussion of administration of the hut. Jan 5, 1972. Letter to Milt Goddard regarding suggestions on the running of the Alpine Hut at Boulder Camp. Nov 25, 1971. Notes for a letter to Milt Goddard on Hotel Fort Garry stationary. Letter from R. H. Ahrens in thanks for suggestions and forwarding it to M. Goddard. July 19, 1971. Letter to R. H. Ahrens regarding trails, photographs, the proposed shelter at Boulder Camp and suggestions. July 12, 1971. Letter from R. H. Ahrens regarding a conversation about the Bugaboo Glacier Provincial Park. June 14, 1971. Letter on yellow carbon to Milt E. Goddard regarding the Boulder Camp Trail. July 2, 1969. Handwritten letter regarding funding for trail development. Signature illegible. Letter from M. E. Goddard regarding the request of funds for trail development June 18, 1969. Letter on yellow carbon to Milt E. Goddard regarding trail development and monetary support. June 3, 1969. Manila envelope with blue “A Hans Gmoser Ski and Mountain Film address sticker. Letter on blue carbon from Philippe Delesalle to H. A. V. Green President of the Alpine Club of Canada, regarding Proposed Conrad Kain Hut, promising to send a report and drawings of the hut, which would allow for 35 visitors to cut down on costs. Dec 9, 1963. “Proposed Conrad Kain Hut” by Philippe Delesalle. Dec 9, 1963. Letter from Philippe Delesalle requesting Gmoser’s comments on the hut. Dec 10, 1963. Two copies of the fold out “Proposed Conrad Kain Hut for the Bugaboos Boulder Camp, BC.”Dec 1963 designed by Cohos-Delesalle and Associates Architects. Drawings of cut aways and room design. Designed by Cohos-Delesalle and Associates Architects. Two fold out copies of “A Fiberglass Igloo.” Designed by Cohos-Delesalle and Associates Architects. May 1964. “Baffin Island Igloo for Colonel P. D. Baird. Designed by Cohos-Delesalle and Associates Architects. Fold out design for a “Biovac Hut for Twelve.” Designed by Cohos-Delesalle and Associates Architects. April 1964.
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Family and personal life
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Title Source
Supplied title.
Content Details
Proposed Conditions for CMH Summer Permit in the Bugaboos- numbers 1-25. Letter on yellow carbon from Canadian Mountain Holidays regarding the stoppage of the climbing school at Boulder Camp in the Bugaboos due to Parks Canada pressure. Letter from M. E. Goddard, Regional Manager of Ministry of Recreation and Conservation regarding Gmoser’s previous letter indicating at the Branch pressured him into closing the summer operations in the Bugaboos. Goddard indicates that people advertising summer climbing schools should be brought to ministry attention, and “you must have realized your presence there would end eventually…it was solely your decision to terminate your summer operations in the Bugaboos.”Sept 8, 1978. Letter to Milt E. Goddard criticizing the Parks handling of the summer operation in the Bugaboos, regarding the stoppage of use of the Conrad Kain Hut. Gmoser suggests that others are advertising climbing schools without qualifications are using the hut accommodation and asks to be heard by Parks officials. July 12, 1978. Letter from M. E. Goddard discussing the discontinued operation of the Mountain Climbing School in the Bugaboos, thanking him for his past operations and wishing them success in the future. June 28, 1978. Four pages of handwritten “Proposed Conditions for CMH Summer Permit in the Bugaboos.” Letter on yellow carbon to M. E. Goddard advising the discontinuation of Mountain Climbing School and Guide Service at the Boulder Camp in the Bugaboos. The program was operated at a loss, and the new rules for operation would raise costs and lower service. May 1, 1978. Letter on yellow carbon to the Honourable Grace McCarthy, Minister of Trade and Tourism regarding the Conrad Kain Hut, listing proposed injustices and the CMH’s beneficial use of the hut. March 10, 1978. Attached “Proposed Conditions for CMH Summer Permit in the Bugaboos Letter from William Putnam regarding Bugaboos conflict, details regarding Battle Abbey renovations. Feb 21, 1978. Photocopy of letter from William Putnam to M. E. Goddard regarding “occupancy problems” re overcrowding at the Conrad Kain Hut and providing advice on the “non-residents of Canada and generally ungrateful” visitors who are not led by commercial guiding services. Feb 21, 1978. Letter on yellow carbon to William Putnam enclosing a letter from George Trachuk regarding the Bugaboos. Feb 8, 1978. Letter from William Putnam asking what to write, with postscript regarding Battle Abbey. Jan 24, 1978. Letter from M. E. Goddard regarding the new Brach position for the Conrad Kain Hut. Jan 9, 1978. Letter from Parks Branch to William Putnam regarding his comments on the new Branch wide policy. Draft letter from William Putnam to The American Alpine Club regarding a new method of running the camp based on American visitors. August 23, 1977. Yellow carbon half page from CMH, handwritten regretfully discussing the cancellation of the trip to see the European hut system. Feb 7, 1978. Letter from Phil Whitfield cancelling the trip to look over the European hut system, due to the cancellation of the European trip. Feb 1, 1978. Letter on yellow carbon to P. R. Whitfield in response to the Parks sponsoring the informational trip to Europe. Oct 25, 1977. Letter on yellow paper from Phil Whitfield regarding setting up a guided tour of European mountain huts for BC Parks representatives. Oct 20, 1977. Letter, four pages, to the Honorable Grace McCarthy regarding the Boulder Camp, Parks conflict with CMH and the small size of the Conrad Kain Hut. Discusses the use of the hut by “a small group of welfare and unemployment insurance recipients…the main instigator not even being a legal resident of Canada.” Includes list of fees for the climbing schools and suggestions for building of a larger structure and to take a team to Europe. Sept 3, 1976. Letter from G. Trachuk in thanks for a meeting. Jan 16, 1975. Photocopy of letter to R. H. Ahrens, Director, Provincial Parks regarding the Conrad Kain Hut and suggestions on the operation of other huts, such as the Boulder Camp. Dec 19, 1974. Letter on yellow carbon from Bruce Harding, General Manager CMH, to Chris Sadlier regarding hut fees payment request. July 5, 1977. Photocopy of handwritten letter regarding hut fees. July 4, 1977. Letter on yellow carbon to Milt E. Goddard regarding stoppage of use of the Conrad Kain Hut. March 25, 1977. Letter from M. E. Goddard regarding termination of Conrad Kain Hut privileges. Feb 28, 1977. Letter on yellow carbon to Honorable Even Wolfe, Minister of Finance enclosing a letter sent to Honorable Grace McCarthy. Sept 3, 1976. Letter on yellow carbon to John L. Bouldbee requesting suggestions on working with Parks. Sept 13, 1976. Letter from John L. Boultbee enclosing a letter sent to Evan Wolfe and warning that Gmoser will have to explain if he pays the BC sales tax on food and liquor and why he chooses to live in Alberta. Aug 17, 1976. Letter from John L. Boultbee to Evan Wolfe regarding Gmoser and recreational investment in his services. Aug 17, 1976. Five pages of notes and names for letters to John Bouldbee and Grace McCarthy, among others. Letter from M. E. Goddard regarding termination of use of Conrad Kain Hut and the allowance of a semi permanent camp. With note written in pencil. Aug 12, 1976. Photocopy of letter to R. H. Ahrens, Director, Provincial Parks regarding mountain rescue and the Conrad Kain Hut. Dec 19, 1974. One page of handwritten notes for the prior letters. Letter on yellow carbon to Chris Sadleir, Assistant District Superintendent Department of Recreation and Conservation regarding the continued use of the Conrad Kain Hut. Aug 29, 1975. Letter on yellow carbon from Bruce Harding to Chris Sadleir regarding the hut fees and a trip to Europe for Parks personnel. Letter from C. W. Sadlier regarding the enclosure of the Order-In-Council giving Parks authority to collect hut fees and declaring that money must be collected each night, also discussing the stoppage of Forest Service cutting snags in the park. June 16, 1975. Photocopy of amendment of Clause charging hut fees and limiting time spent in the huts at Mt. Assiniboine and Bugaboo Glacier Provincial Park. May 29, 1975. Letter from N. O. Blackburn, Regional Supervisor Department of Recreation and Conservation Parks Branch regarding photographs for the hut and raising the issue of sharing the Conrad Kain Hut. March 24, 1975. Letter on yellow carbon to Norm Blackburn regarding copies of pictures. March 1, 1975. Letter on yellow carbon from P.A. Lever to R. H. Ahrens sending information on the Humus Toilet for the Conrad Kain Hut. Feb 11, 1975. Letter to Norm O. Blackburn on yellow carbon outlining issues discussed with guides who worked at Boulder camp, including responsibility of rescue, rescue equipment, training Parks staff on rescue equipment and the requirement of a second helicopter pilot trained for rescues. Aug 29, 1974. “Tentative Suggestions for Supplies at Boulder Camp.” July 27, 1974. Letter on yellow carbon to Norm O. Blackburn regarding suggested supplies and instillation of equipment. July 27, 1974. Letter from N. O. Blackburn in receipt of suggestions. Aug 16, 1974. Photocopy of “Tentative Suggestions for Supplies at Boulder Camp.” July 27, 1974. Letter from Norm O. Blackburn regarding suggestions, photographing by Rudi Gertsch, supplies and use of the stove. May 15, 1974. Letter on yellow carbon to Norm Blackburn regarding suggestions and photographer Rudi Gertsch. April 22, 1974. Letter on yellow carbon to R. Ahrens regarding chemical waste treatment. Jan 27, 1974. 2 copies of letter from Advanced Waste Treatment Systems. Jan 4, 1974. Green brochure “Physical Chemical Zero Discharge Waste Treatment System.” Letter from R. H. Ahrens regarding a hut custodian for Conrad Kain Hut. May 9, 1973. Letter to Bob Ahrens regarding the placement of a hut custodian for the Conrad Kain Hut. May 1, 1973. Letter on yellow carbon to Milt E. Goddard regarding the placement of a hut custodian with a “firm hand.” Jan 13, 1972. Letter from M. E. Goddard regarding the erection of the Conrad Kain Hut and discussion of administration of the hut. Jan 5, 1972. Letter to Milt Goddard regarding suggestions on the running of the Alpine Hut at Boulder Camp. Nov 25, 1971. Notes for a letter to Milt Goddard on Hotel Fort Garry stationary. Letter from R. H. Ahrens in thanks for suggestions and forwarding it to M. Goddard. July 19, 1971. Letter to R. H. Ahrens regarding trails, photographs, the proposed shelter at Boulder Camp and suggestions. July 12, 1971. Letter from R. H. Ahrens regarding a conversation about the Bugaboo Glacier Provincial Park. June 14, 1971. Letter on yellow carbon to Milt E. Goddard regarding the Boulder Camp Trail. July 2, 1969. Handwritten letter regarding funding for trail development. Signature illegible. Letter from M. E. Goddard regarding the request of funds for trail development June 18, 1969. Letter on yellow carbon to Milt E. Goddard regarding trail development and monetary support. June 3, 1969. Manila envelope with blue “A Hans Gmoser Ski and Mountain Film address sticker. Letter on blue carbon from Philippe Delesalle to H. A. V. Green President of the Alpine Club of Canada, regarding Proposed Conrad Kain Hut, promising to send a report and drawings of the hut, which would allow for 35 visitors to cut down on costs. Dec 9, 1963. “Proposed Conrad Kain Hut” by Philippe Delesalle. Dec 9, 1963. Letter from Philippe Delesalle requesting Gmoser’s comments on the hut. Dec 10, 1963. Two copies of the fold out “Proposed Conrad Kain Hut for the Bugaboos Boulder Camp, BC.”Dec 1963 designed by Cohos-Delesalle and Associates Architects. Drawings of cut aways and room design. Designed by Cohos-Delesalle and Associates Architects. Two fold out copies of “A Fiberglass Igloo.” Designed by Cohos-Delesalle and Associates Architects. May 1964. “Baffin Island Igloo for Colonel P. D. Baird. Designed by Cohos-Delesalle and Associates Architects. Fold out design for a “Biovac Hut for Twelve.” Designed by Cohos-Delesalle and Associates Architects. April 1964.
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Correspondence: Business

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Part Of
Hans Gmoser fonds
Scope & Content
One file pertaining to correspondence regarding “William Putnam”.
Date Range
1979-2006
Reference Code
M224 / 55
Description Level
5 / File
More detail
Part Of
Hans Gmoser fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Series
IV.C. Textual records
Accession Number
8111
Reference Code
M224 / 55
Date Range
1979-2006
Physical Description
2.5 cm of textual records.
Scope & Content
One file pertaining to correspondence regarding “William Putnam”.
Subject Access
Discovery and Exploration
Environment and Nature
Family and personal life
Sports and Recreation
Title Source
Supplied title.
Content Details
Letter to William Putnam discussing calendar edits, and sale of Battle Abbey to CMH. Aug 30, 2006. Hand written photocopy with enclosed poopsheet planning a trip, signed Bill. May 22, 1987. Photocopy of typed letter with itinerary. Stamped with name of William Putnam. Dates July 11-29. “This is a copy of what I sent to Hans Gmoser a month ago. WLP.” Letter “penultimate memo” July 11-19, 1987, one page typed, one page handwritten. Letter addressed to “Luv” on William Lowell Putnam stationary with trip planning details. Dec 31, 1987. Letter from William Putnam describing some group members and equipment. Three notes in margins. Jan 13, 1988. Letter to Margaret Gmoser from William Lowell Putnam. Planning trip and thanks for previous grocery shopping. Dec 9, 1987. Letter to Margaret Gmoser from William Lowell Putnam, sent chapter of novel and discusses the Abbey. Jan 9, 1987. Letter of membership to the Champlain Society with handwritten note to Margaret from “Bill” (William Lowell Putnam). May 1987. Letter to Margaret from William L. Putnam regarding membership in an organization and renovations to the Abbey. Letter from William L. Putnam regarding a visit to Battle Abbey and a list of repairs. Jan 14, 1985. Letter to Margaret from William L. Putnam regarding society membership, Monashees hiking, renovations to Abbot’s basement. “Sent in my note re ‘Order of Canada’; yr man has a lot of friends- and he deserves them.” May 19, 1986. Letter from William L. Putnam to Robson Gmoser. “Your undated application for employment…I regret to inform you that his recommendation was denial on the grounds of incompetence, sloth, prior condition of servitude and a well documented disrespect for high ecclesiastical authority.” Feb 6, 1984. Handwritten letter from William Putnam to “Gorgeous” presumably Margaret. Dec 20, 1984. Letter from William L. Putnam to Margaret. “I presume you’ve heard the deal we worked with Hans for the UIAA at Battle Abbey.” Oct 20, 1984. Letter typed on BOSS MAN stationary dated “before Xmas.” Mentions package of seeds to be planted at the Abbey. Letter from William Putnam to Margaret regarding Pat Brewster’s death, Battle Abbey. Nov 19, 1982. Three stapled invoices for Canadian Mountain Holidays. Alpine Meats and Delicatessen, Freeze dried food from Abominable ski shop, groceries for first ascent week. July 16, 1980. Yellow advertisement for a Trasmissometer. Note written by John to Bill on 10/31/79. Battle Abbey List of supplies, handwritten. Letter from David C. Henley regarding an incident between Jack Cade and other members of the first ascent party led by Bill Putnam at Battle Abbey July 19-25, 1980. List of Questions for Pat Brewster Letter from William Putnam with scheduling conflicts. June 17, 1982. Letter from William Putnam to Margaret listing questions that he wished she ask of Pat Brewster. Two typed pages. Aug 18, 1982. Letter from William Putnam to Margaret regarding pine martin, Robson, cooking at Battle Abbey. April 14, 1982. Yellow photocopy of letter to Patrick A. Boswell, Crag and Canyon from William Putnam, regarding a literary project and a search for biographical information. April 14, 1982. Yellow photocopy of letter to E. J. Hart of the Archives of the Canadian Rockies from William Putnam regarding biographical information on specific people from Banff and Lake Louise. April 8, 1982. Letter from Andy to Margaret regarding food for Battle Abbey. June 22, 1981. Letter from Andy to Margaret regarding arrangements. June 22, 1981. Letter from Andy to Margaret regarding people and food. June 24, 1981. Letter from William Putnam regarding revised itinerary. With handwritten postscript for Margaret. June 22, 1981. Letter from William Putnam to Kauff marked “Margaret FYI” regarding mountain rescue and a week at the Abbey. June 6, 1981. Letter from William Putnam to Margaret regarding dates for the Abbey. May 11, 1981. Letter from William Putnam to “Beautiful” presumably Margaret on Alpine Club Stationary. Arrangements for dates at Abbey and inventory. Oct 20, 1980. Letter from William Putnam to Margaret on The American Alpine Club stationary. Regarding groceries and meals, itinerary. May 25, 1981. Copy of letter from William Putnam to Kauff regarding people for the trip, inventory, travel pans and taxation. May 25, 1981. Letter from David Henley to William Putnam regarding invite and early arrival at the Abbey. May 12, 1981. Handwritten note on a photocopy of letter to the editor “Punendal Neuritis from Biking,” suggesting sexual dysfunction from bike riding. Note suggests that Hans and Margaret take this into consideration on their trips to Austria and Hungary. Note from Bill William. 9/3/81. Copy of letter from William Putnam to Margaret. Regarding arrangements, renovations, a bell for the lodge. Feb 6, 1981. Letter from William Putnam to the “Gmosers (one and all) regarding solar equipment, intercom and skiing at Battle Abbey. March 9, 1981. Grocery supplies Letter from Andy to Margaret regarding grocery supply problem. May 31, 1980. Letter from Wiliam Putnam to Margaret regardeing body count at Battle Abbey during sauna construction. Photocopy of letter from William Putnam to Philippe regarding renovations and materials. May 28, 1980. Photocopy of letter from William Putnam to Andrew Kauffman regarding various weeks of people and food inventory at the Abbey. May 28, 1980. Three pages of music entitled “Sounds of the Battle Range--- Abbey Repertoire.” Oct 20, 1979. Photocopy of Abbey Plumbing Sp (?) Aug 1979. Letter to William Putnam regarding shopping list, and arrangements, remote weather stations. Handwritten note at top in Gmoser’s writing “What about booms that came out of the Abbey? Permission for Place names in newsletter.” April 17, 1991. Letter from William Putnam regarding building materials, past visitors to the Abbey and cost of remote weather station. April 9, 1991. Letter to William Putnam informing that the King is not coming to Battle Abbey. Dec 5, 1990. Letter from William Putnam regarding St. Patrick’s day and inability to attend opening cerimonies at Battle Abbey. Nov 13, 1990. Photocopy of newspaper article “Holyoke parade committee gives award to Putnam.” Letter from William Putnam to Mark Kingsbury regarding edits to a document for the Abbey, and equipment pick up. With handwritten note from Mark to Hans. Oct 19, 1990. “Report to the More or Less Faithful Battle Abbey- 1900 by Ye Olde Abbot. Information regarding projects completed, weather conditions. Report on Battle Abbey Water in the summer, winter, sauna pump instructions and specifics on operation of all items. Note at top, “Hans, draft for your comment.” Letter to Mr. Sabino Fernandez Campos writing at the request of William Putnam “requests the honour of the presence of H.M. The King of Spain or his son,” at the centennial celebrations of the Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona in April or May of 1994. Aug 18, 1990. Email to Miguel Arias asking for advice on how to write to a King. July 10, 1990. Fax from Miguel Arias asking Gmoser to contact the King of Spain by letter for the secretary to read. July 9, 1990. Letter to Miguel Arias explaining the request to have the Kign attend and possibly give a talk. June 11, 1990. Letter from William Putnam regarding entrance to the Loweel Observatory’s Board of Advisors. May 22, 1990. Letter from William Putnam regarding pipe fittings and thanks for the time at the Abbey. April 6, 1990. List of items for the Abbey from William Putnam. April 5, 1990. Drawings for sauna chamber, 2 pages. Letter from William Putnam regarding Abbey condensation and guides and cook hiring. March 31, 1989. Letter from William Putnam regarding missing Hans at the Abbey, renovations and masonry. March 23, 1989, Photocopy of newspaper article “Latest trustee for Lowell simply carries on tradition.” Marked for Leo. The Sun, Flagstaff Arizona, March 14, 1989, Handwritten notes, two pages double sided in pencil, list of things for Abbey. Letter from William Putnam regarding “Bindy’s ministrations at Battle Abbey.” Enclosed money, with handwritten note “Not enclosed.” Regarding list of materials. November 29, 1988. Handwritten letter to “Bear” (Putnam) regarding frist aid cabinet list. Unsigned. Nov 19. Letter to William Putnam regarding the King, the Canadian Centre for Mountaineering. May 15, 1988. Handwritten note from Putnam “Here’s some stuff for Miguel.” April 19.
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Correspondence: Business

https://archives.whyte.org/en/permalink/descriptions23048
Part Of
Hans Gmoser fonds
Scope & Content
One file pertaining to correspondence regarding “Book Editing Requests”, "Expedition Sponsorship", and "Heli-ski proposal".
Date Range
1962-1988
Reference Code
M224 / 56
Description Level
5 / File
More detail
Part Of
Hans Gmoser fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Series
IV.C. Textual records
Accession Number
8111
Reference Code
M224 / 56
Date Range
1962-1988
Physical Description
0.5 cm of textual records.
Scope & Content
One file pertaining to correspondence regarding “Book Editing Requests”, "Expedition Sponsorship", and "Heli-ski proposal".
Subject Access
Discovery and Exploration
Environment and Nature
Family and personal life
Sports and Recreation
Title Source
Supplied title.
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"Book Editing Requests" Handwritten letter from Leo LeBon requesting photograph of Erling Strom. April 26, 1988. Letter to John Garden complimenting book “The Guiding Spirit,” and providing edit notes. Aug 18, 1986. Letter to John Garden with notes on his manuscript and a decision not to write a forward. Nov 23, 1985. Letter from John Garden asking if Gmoser would be interested in reading a manuscript. Aug 16, 1985. Letter thanking Gmoser for selling the book at his lodges. Aug 16, 1985. Letter hand written and photocopied on yellow paper to Phil regarding a photograph and photographer from the Icefield in 1960. April 18, 1979. Letter from P. J. Dowling regarding photographs for a book. April 12, 1979. Letter to Margaret from P. J. Dowling regarding photographs. April 2, 1979. Letter to Phil in response to letter from Margaret regarding photographs. April 2, 1979. Letter to Margaret from P. J. Dowling regarding photographs and Clair Brown. March 21, 1979. "Expedition Sponsorship" Everest 1986 Folder Postcard from Jean Troillet from Kathmandu Nov 12, 1987. Air Mail from the Embassy of Switzerland, “Swiss-Polish K2 Big Wall Expedition 87.” June 1, 1987. Three page handwritten letter from Jean recounting their K2 trip. Jan 30, 1986. Photograph of Everest by Jean Trollet 8.4.86 V68 redirect. Curriculum Vitae Jean Troillet written in French. “Chronique de l’Everest” from Everest Expedition 1986 North Face “Solo,” three pages. Letter from Chic Scott informing of permission from the Nepalese Government for Dhaulagiri I, regarding letterhead. Feb 13, 1979. Letter from Chic Scott with the Canadian Himalayan Foundation, with thanks and a tax receipt for donation, information about 1959 trip, two pages on blue paper. Jan 4, 1979. Letter from Chic Scott with thanks for Dhaulagiri Expedition patronage. March 22, 1978. Letter to Chic Scott agreeing to patronage and apologizing. Yellow copy, March 13, 1978. Letter from Chic Scott clarifying duties as patron, “it is simply the respect and credibility of your name which we require.” March 6, 1978. Letter to Chic Scott in thanks for request of patronage, and asking for clarification of responsibilities. Yellow copy, Feb 10, 1978. Letter from Chic Scott explaining the trip and asking for patronage. Jan 19, 1978. Photograph of Dhaulagiri mountain and route noted. V68 redirect. Typed list of people “Spring Skiing in the Bugaboos 1965.” “Found this in the Bugaboos scrap book.” Note on stationary regarding some of the people listed. "Heli-ski proposal" Letter from Department of Northern Affairs and National Resources regarding receipt of proposal for helicopter service for skiers in two ski resorts of Banff. Dec 13, 1962. Letter from Arthur Smith to Arthur Patterson. Regarding concern over precedent and noise levels. Jan 25, 1963. Letter from [illegible] to Arthur (Art) Patterson describing the benefits and costs of helicopter skiing, and the search for government approval. Feb 14, 1964.
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Correspondence: Business

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Hans Gmoser fonds
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One file pertaining to correspondence and other documentation regarding "Nostalgia Week".
Date Range
1994-2005
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M224 / 57
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5 / File
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8111
Reference Code
M224 / 57
Date Range
1994-2005
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1.5 cm of textual records.
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One file pertaining to correspondence and other documentation regarding "Nostalgia Week".
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Canadian Mountain Holidays Guest List- BU- 05/04/09- two pages of names. Canadian Mountain Holidays Complete Package Trip Bill Summary – two pages of names, with over half of names discounted at $0.00 for nostalgia Week Comp. 05/04/19. Canadian Mountain Holidays Complete Package Trip Bill Summary – two pages of names, with over half of names discounted at $0.00 for nostalgia Week Comp. 05/04/16. Canadian Mountain Holidays Guest List- BU on yellow paper, two pages. 05/04/16. Three pages of an email to Marion Kingsbury with lists of visitors Subject line “2005 BU 16&17.” Copy of CMH News Number 24 October 1994- with long article “Looking Back on Thirty Years” by Hans Gmoser, with photographs, and pencil check marks on some of the names. Email from Lloyed Gallagher to Natasha Wiebe regarding guest list for “Helicopter Skiing in the Bugaboos.” March 31, 2005. Letter to William Lee regarding invitation to celebrate the anniversary of the first weeks of Heli-skiing in the Bugaboos. Dates of reunion: April 9-15, 2005. Jan 16, 2004. Photocopied Shirley April Itinerary in note “Where I’m invited with several other Old Timers for Hans Gmoser’s farewell “Nostalgia Week” I can only spare four nights.” Feb 7-March 24, 2005. Yellow sheet with diagram of North and Central wings with numbers and x marks. 02/23/05/ Blank yellow sheet with diagram of South wing and ground. Email from Natasha Wiebe with list of attendees. Feb 15, 2005. Letter from Jackie Koroscil regarding thanks for invitation but decline due to mobility. Feb 7, 2005. List of contact information for eight people, with check marks and crossed off. Two pages, horizontal reading. Two photocopied pages of Canadian Mountain Holidays Complete Package Trip Bill Summary with documentation of Nostalgia week comp. 04/04/03. Fax from Nichole regarding attendance list for Nostalgia Week 2004. April 16, 2003. Two photocopied pages of Canadian Mountain Holidays Complete Package Trip Bill Summary with documentation of Nostalgia week comp. 04/04/03. Screenshot of Waitlist faxed for week 03CA16. 01/21/03. Two photocopied pages of Canadian Mountain Holidays Complete Package Trip Bill Summary with documentation of Nostalgia week comp. 03/04/05. Screenshot of Waitlist faxed with note from Nichole. 12/11/02. Handwritten list “People for BA 2000 13-20 April.” Canadian Mountain Holidays Guest List- BU 02/04/06. Two photocopied pages of Canadian Mountain Holidays Complete Package Trip Bill Summary with documentation of Nostalgia week comp. 02/04/06. Two photocopied pages of Canadian Mountain Holidays Complete Package Trip Bill Summary with documentation of Nostalgia week comp. 03/04/05. 2 copies of Canadian Mountain Holidays Guest List- BU 02/04/06. Two photocopied pages of Canadian Mountain Holidays Complete Package Trip Bill Summary with documentation of Nostalgia week comp. 01/04/07. Two photocopied pages of Canadian Mountain Holidays Complete Package Trip Bill Summary with documentation of Nostalgia week comp. With handwritten note at bottom from Elizabeth. 01/04/07. Two photocopied pages of Canadian Mountain Holidays Complete Package Trip Bill Summary with documentation of Nostalgia week comp. With handwritten note at bottom from Elizabeth. 01/04/07. Fax to Peter Geyer in German regarding arrangements. Feb 9, 2000. Fax from Peter Geyger in German regarding arrangements. Feb 9, 2000. Fax to Miguel Arias clarifying availability for April of 2001 or 2002. Feb 4, 2000. Fax from Miguel Arias regarding Nostalgia Week availability. Feb 1, 2000. Fax to Martin and Shelley Heuberger in German regarding trip to Bobbie Burn April 29-May 6. Dec 23, 1999. Fax to Piotre Konopka in German regarding schedule. Dec 23, 1999. Fax from Piotr Konopka in German regarding April 29-May 6, 2000 trip. December 23, 1999. Fax to Michael Laimer organizing a trip with friends, requesting their names. Dec 13, 1999. Card from Jo and Anne to Margaret and Hans in thanks for the invitation to the Cariboos Nostalgia week. Fax to Miguel Arias Molinas regarding a past visit to Spain and a future trip. June 24, 1997. Fax from Miguel Arias Molinas tentatively accepting initiation to the Bugaboos. May 19, 1997. Fax from Lorne O’Connor in thanks for invitation to the 1998 trip to the Bugaboos. May 26, 1997. Fax from Lorne O’Connor with contact information. May 26, 1997. Letter from Rene H. Duss in German regarding invitation to Nostalgia Week. May 22, 1997.
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Correspondence: Cards and Postcards

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Hans Gmoser fonds
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One file pertaining to Cards and Postcards.
Date Range
Sept 10, 1953-September 14, 2005
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M224 / 44
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5 / File
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7877, 8111
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M224 / 44
Date Range
Sept 10, 1953-September 14, 2005
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2 cm of textual records.
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Everest 83 September 24, 1979 Air Mail with Peru stamp Jim Scott May 1991 May 29 Everest Base Camp Oct. 11, 1982 Everest Base Camp Nov. 1982 From Franz Breitenbeumer Air Mail from Embassy of Switzerland to Hans and Margrit June 16, 1988. Aug 24, 1982 Lloyd Gallagher Oct 9 1982 Lloyd Gallagher June 25, 1977 Keiri and Walli Peter From Margaret to Hans and Conrad 20/5/91 Airmail Oct 25, 1996 Postcard discussing basecamp at 5500- Aout 20 1986 Everest 1986 Northface Solo Jean Troillet June 30, 1986 Jean Troillet From Jean Troillet From Jean Troillet From Jean Troillet Nov 21, 1988 Jean Troillet June 21, 1989 Jean Troillet Oct 14, 1991 Jean Troillet AirMail 1990/11/05 Air Mail Jean Troillet Canadian Himalayan Expedition 1977 May 23, 1996 German typed postcard “Swiss Foto” Airmail from Siegfried Deeke Akatson- Photograph of Marilyn Watson and Bruno Engler as postcard 9/14/05 From Dorothy Peck July 19, 1957 Canadian National Cross Country ski Team April 30, 1982 1981 from Franz Buitranbeumn Otsego Ski Club Feb 1, 1958 Blank Byron Harmon postcard 1955 from Fred Pessl Broken leg at Rogers Pass mentioned High school class reunion postcard 1957 From Erling Strom 1956 From Allen Steck Pioneer Yosemite climber From Philippe Delesalle Sept 18, 1953 From Alice and Marie Oct 1, 1953 From Marie and Alice Sept 10, 1953 with drawn climber on Mt. Victoria in Lake Louise 1980 from Shirley Bridges and Edmund Hillary May 79 1957 Polly Prescott 1962 Mary Fallis ACC 1962 Wally Joyce 1963 Ad Carter Editor of ACC 1960s Lizzie Rummel Canadian Men’s Downhill Ski team Varsity Outdoor Club From Karl in response to letter Phyllis Mundy Blank “Merry Christmas” card with picture of Mt. Assiniboine Hank Kaufmann on McKinley Team Don Lyon
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Correspondence: Condolence

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Hans Gmoser fonds
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One file pertaining to condolence correspondence.
Date Range
2006-2007
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M224 / 59
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8111
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M224 / 59
Date Range
2006-2007
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2 cm of textual records.
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Email from Preb Stritter. Two pages typed. July 8, 2006. Letter from Carl Grillmair. One page typed. Littlerock, CA. July 11, 2006. Letter from Morton Gurrentz. One page typed. Pittsburgh, PA. July 7, 2006. Letter from Gerald and Alison Hankins. One page typed with attached photos- redirect V68. Canmore, AB. July 15, 2006. Empty envelope from Erwin Tontsch. Badweissee, Germany. 15.07.06. Floating photograph-redirect V68. Letter from Bill and Ki Clough. Two pages typed with handwritten postscript. New London, New Hampshire. July 11, 2006. Email from David McClung. One page typed. July 7, 2006. Email from Suzie Culley Bounous. One page typed. July 9, 2006. Email from Ken Glaze. Half page typed. July 25, 2006. Follow up email from Ken Glaze clarifying he flew for Bow Helicopters starting in 1974. July 25, 2006. Email from Scott and Barbara Henderson. One page typed. Colorado. July 20, 2006. Email from Jerry Johnston. Half page typed. July 21, 2006. Group email from 30 people hiking in the Cariboos, many employees of CMH. Page and a half typed. July 11, 2006. Letter from Jean and Tom. Two page letter and empty envelope. Kitchener, On. July 23, 2006. Letter from illegible. One page handwritten and empty envelope. From Italy. July 2006. Letter from Woody MacLaren. One page typed. Dornoch, Scotland. Email from Gota Isono representing the Japanese Mountain Guides Association. Half page typed. July 27, 2006. Letter from Maylou Stratheir (sp?) One page typed and empty envelope. Squamish, BC. July 20, 2006. “Hans Gmoser Memories.” One page typed, two pages handwritten. Kay and Hausweli (sp?) Switzerland. Aug 8, 2006. Letter from Gordon A. Logan. One page typed. Mercer Island, Washington. Aug 7, 2006. Card from John Duffy. All handwritten. Email from Derek and Barbara McManus. Two pages typed. Aug 13, 2006. Card, letter and envelope from Robert Kruszyna. Card and two additional pages handwritten. Randolph, NH. Aug 15, 2006. “Canadian Mountain Holidays,” by Preston Parish. Two pages typed. Letter from Karl E. Ricker. One page handwritten. Whistler, BC. July 1-, 2006. AEROSKI Magazine copy in English and copy in German- “In memoriam Hans Gmoser” July 2006. Two page double sided biography with images. Hand written card from Jake Care, Helen Solvdat. July 31, 2006. Mrs. J. R. MacKenzie. One double sided page handwritten. Calgary. Sept 16, 2006. Postcard. Written in English with Japanese signature. August 20, 2006. Photographs attached- redirected V68. Letter from Dusan and Rada Polajnar. One page typed. Slovenia. Aug 24, 2006. Three photographs attached- redirected V68. Card and envelope from Lena Kmmblola. Verband Sudtiroler Bergfuhrer Associazione guide alpine Alto Adige. Italy. July 7, 2006. Card and envelope from Leon Blumer. Written on envelope is “Mt. Blackburn Expedition. Kelowna, BC. Card has tape residue on front. July 14, 2006. Card and envelope from the Consulate General of Austria- Commercial Section Austrian National Tourist Office, Toronto. July 19, 2006. Typed letter and card from Luis F. Ordas. Madrid. July 7, 2006. Letter from R. A. Perrot. Two pages typed. Channel Islands. July 11, 2006. Letter and envelope from Michaelle Jean, Governor General. One page typed. Rideau Hall, Ottawa. July 21, 2006. Letter and envelope from Otto Ditz, Austrian Ambassador. One page typed. Ottawa. July 31, 2006. Card signed by PM Stephen Harper. July 11, 2006. Letter from Jimmie Spencer from the Canada West Ski Areas Association. One page typed. Vernon, BC. July 17, 2006. Email in German from Paul Reider. July 19, 2006. Email from the Austrian Trade Commission, Vancouver, requesting email contact address. July 12, 2006. Letter from Hugh Smythe, President, Intrawest Mountain Resorts. One page typed. July 6, 2006. Card from Arnold Midgly, of the Canadian Ski Museum. One page handwritten. Ottawa. July 18, 2006. Card from Sr. Ervin Eppinger. Argentina. Card from Loni and Walter von Rotz. Letter from Bruce Keith, Executive Director of the Alpine Club of Canada. July 7, 2006. Email from Michael, Suzanne, Water and Gretl contains condolences and information about Gmoser’s Mother and Father’s places of birth. Letter attached from G. James (Jim) Roush to Margaret expressing condolences. Feb 21, 2007. Letter addressed to Margaret from J. Mark Taggart in condolence for Hans’ death. November 20, 2006. Mark Taggart enclosed a three page draft letter he failed to send to Hans, with nostalgia and remembrances. Sept 7, 2006.
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Correspondence: General

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Hans Gmoser fonds
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One file pertaining to general business and personal correspondence.
Date Range
1959-2002
Reference Code
M224 / 58
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5 / File
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8111
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M224 / 58
Date Range
1959-2002
Physical Description
1.5 cm of textual records.
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Letter to Patrick Duffy re previous $25,000 donation to Bruno’s first book. October 25, 2006 crossed out and replaced with 07/08/01. Letter to Fran Jeffery re information and cheque on the David Thompson statue and plaque with Conrad’s name on it. Information about Margaret’s parents Keir and Peggy October 25, 2006 crossed out and replaced with 04/02/03. Fred Pessl’s 100th Birthday Party draft letter describing the gift of a Enzian picked July 1951 with a page of Gmoser’s diary. Oktober 25, 2006 crossed out. Handwritten letter on lined paper to John and Gerti thanking them for “looking after me those days in Banff.”October 10, 1969. Handwritten letter on lined paper to John and Gerti regarding Leo’s driving, trip to Chicago, possibility of building a new family home in the Bugaboos. Nov 2nd. Six copies of Frank Stark’s memorial speech, each one and a half pages. Series of letters and documents, including blank questionnaire regarding a Research project about Austrian Immigrants to Canada, July 10, 1995, April 21, 1997. Letter from Donald J. Bourdon Head Archivist Whyte Museum Archives in thanks for donation and enclosed fonds level description dated Aug 11, 1995. Three fax-interviews with series of questions from Alexander H. Lauber in German dated 08/06/96, 08/06/96, 17/05/96. Letter from Wolfgang Lert requesting Gmoser join the Board of Directors of the International Skiing History Association. March 21, 1996. Stapled Winter 1995 Skiing Heritage Magazine. Letter to Robin Patterson from the Royal British Columbia Museum regarding request for information on Gmoser and heli- skiing. Aug 30, 2006 (date likely wrong, letter is in response to letter from July 20, 2001). Letter in support of the Canadian Ski Museum’s proposed project in conjunction with the Virtual Museum of Canada. Dated Feb 1, 2007 crossed out and replaced with 30/08/05. Attached biography of Gmoser from the Canadian Ski Museum. Letter in German to Hermann Reisach. Dated October 25, 2006 with date crossed out and replaced with 05/05/02. Letter to Linda Stark marked “Hans Personal” regarding a loan of $2500, and a second sheet shows a budget. June 12, 1987. Letter to Hans Ektvedt regarding a return of a note to Erling Strom, due to his passing away. Dec 3, 1986. Letter from Hans Ektvedt regarding a planned CMH trip, and informing of the death of Erling Strom. Nov 20, 1986. Letter to Peter Mackie regarding Kokanee Hut, comments in response to conceptual drawings. August 29, 2006 crossed out. Letter from Hank Krawczyk enclosing slides of the Adamants Project, and summary of cruise information and timber values. Oct 6, 1993. “Monashee Run Use Report Summary- Soards Creek Economics” “Galena Run Use Report Summary- Triune Shoulder Pilot Project” Two pages of notes in Gmoser’s handwriting. V68 redirect for 7 slides. Photocopied letter from Pertti Skarteinen regarding forest management in Finland. 26.8.91. Three letters between Gmoser and Pertti Saarteinen regarding Finland and problems cashing a cheque. Aug 6, 1991-July 8, 1991. Testimonial to Arthur Tauck. Reference letter regarding their business partnership. Sept 19, 1998. Letter to Elli, in German, typed on Hans Gmoser stationary discussing the details of the Mt. Logan trip, its financing through Weekend Magazine. July 7, 1959. Letter from Daniel L. Stephenson in response to an article about the sale of CMH. June 20, 1995. Letter to Marty Flug regarding CMH corporate structure breakdown of shareholders and financial statements for Bugaboo Helicopter Skiing Ltd. Financial information and stock option plan. Gmoser hoped to sell some Bugaboo shares in order to break even with bank debt. Signed Pat in pen and “Hans. Encl. Dictated but not read.” July 15, 1982. Email to Mark Re: “Changeover and Guidance for New Position.” Recounts past discussions of future running of the company, the date at which Mark would be named president, the importance of reading each day, setting a good example, care to details with speed and efficiency. May 5, 1990. Email to “The Directors of Canadian Mountain Holidays Inc.” RE: “Phase Out Plan for Hans and Changes in Top and Mid Level Management.” Includes detailed schedule 1989-1991, and outlines stock option plan. Dated Jan 25, 1989.- two copies. Legal action over the use of the name “Cariboo Helicopter Skiing.” Letter from Vallance and Company regarding a complaint over an ad in the Albertan ski page “as a matter of formality to complain about the ad.” Dec 5, 1975. Letter from Vallance and Company to Messrs. Laven, Laven and Harben Barristers and Solicitors claiming that the error does not fall with CMH but with the paper. Dec 5, 1975. Photocopy of advertisement in question. From Harper Ski Sports. Letter from Vallance and Company advising that there is no legal right to stop Mike Wiegle from advertising that he can offer ski trips in the mountain areas. “You will recall my earlier advice to you that these mountains are the property of everyone and the names are the property of no one.” At the time he suggests that it does not matter that Mike is not running trips in the area at this time. March 22, 1974. Letter on yellow carbon to David Thomas from Travel and Leisure regarding Mike Wiegele and American Express membership. Gmoser attaches letters of complaint from past customers of Wiegele and suggests that he is a “sharp operator.” March 22, 1974. Letter from Vallance and Company regarding a Notice of Motion over the name. Jan 7, 1974. Copy of “The Trial Division of the Supreme Court of Alberta Judicial District of Calgary” application will be made Jan 28, 1974. Copy of “The Trial Division of the Supreme Court of Alberta Judicial District of Calgary” with Michael Wiegele Affidavit. Letter from Laven, Laven and Harben to Vallance and Company regarding the name “this can only be considered a blatant attempt to confuse, and I would ask that steps be taken to have the matter rectified immediately.” Oct 29, 1973. Stamped on this copy: “This is Exhibit A referred to in the Affidavit of Michael Wiegele.” Letter from Vallance and Company to A. Harben clarifying the use of the term and the use of it at the CMH building. Oct 31, 1973. Stamped on this copy: “This is Exhibit B referred to in the Affidavit of Michael Wiegele.” Copy of “The Trial Division of the Supreme Court of Alberta Judicial District of Calgary” with Carol Gauden Affidavit stating that she was directed to CMH instead of Cariboo Mountain Skiing, because of the sign. Letter on yellow carbon to Hugh Landerkin of Vallance and Company from CMH enclosing a cheque for $75 “in payment of your fee referring to the Cariboo Helicopter Skiing Ltd. case.” Feb 18, 1974. Letter from Vallance and Company finalizing the case that has been dropped and rendering account payable. Feb 5, 1974. Letter from Vallance and Company regarding possible litigation from Laven and Company. Nov 6, 1973. Copy of letter from Laven and Company to Vallance and Company not accepting the use of the term and threatening further action. Nov 2, 1973. Letter from Vallance and Company keeping Gmoser up to date with the litigation. Oct 31, 1973. Second copy of letter from Laven, Laven and Harben to Vallance and Company regarding the name “this can only be considered a blatant attempt to confuse, and I would ask that steps be taken to have the matter rectified immediately.” Oct 29, 1973. Second copy of letter from Vallance and Company to A. Harben clarifying the use of the term and the use of it at the CMH building. Oct 31, 1973. Letter from Vallance and Company regarding the name change. June 6, 1973. Photocopy of letter from Laven and Company to Vallance and Company regarding the name confusion. May 31, 1973. Letter on yellow carbon to Vallance and Company regarding a letter from William Richards to be used in the Mike Wiegele case. April 10, 1973. Copy of letter from William Richards sent to Mike Wiegele, regarding a mix up in change of reservation with CMH through Cariboo Helicopter Skiing, and the confusion over the two companies. April 4, 1973. Letter from Lloyd MacKay Barrister and Solicitor Gmoser’s listing in the phone book as “Caribou Helicopter Skiing Ltd.” as opposed to “Caribou Helicopter Skiing.” Dec 19, 1972. Letter from H. Lloyd MacKay Barrister and Solicitor arranging a meeting. Oct 19, 1972. “Lowry, Rondeau et al. v. Canadian Mountain holidays et al. v. Canadian Mountain Holidays et al. Some Legal Aspect of Heli-Skiing from D. Ross Clark Partner- marked in blue inkl: “Hans” 14 pages. Sections highlighted in yellow. Diagram of Precipitation from Vancouver, Coast Range, Interior Plateau, Cariboos Monashees, Mica Creek, Selkirks Purcells, Bugaboo Lodge, Rockies, Banff, Mt. Allen, to Calgary 1 copy in blue ink, 1 copy photocopied Letter to Peter Van Wagner in response to letter with pictures, reminiscences. Oktober 25, 2006 crossed out and replaced with 02/08/03. “Admiral Gmoser” song composed by Marin Siegerman. Three pages, 18 six line rhyming couplet stanzas. “Premiere Bugaboo Lodge- Friday, April 14, 1972, in the illustrious presence of the Ruler of the Bugaboos in his suite.” Email to “All Managers and Lodge Staff” Re: “How we live at the Lodges,” describing the proper attunement into natural surroundings October 25, 1993. Attached newspaper article entitled: “Losing sign of nature at the cottage” by Kelvin Browne. Three letters between Gmoser and Frank Beckey dated Oct 25, 1972, Nov. 17, 1972, May 14, 1973. Tension in letters regarding markings at the area around Walter Creek and capitalism. Email to “All Area Manager, Kobi Wyss and Mark Kingsbury” Re: “Special Operating Procedures to minimize impact on Wildlife while Heli-Skiing/Hiking.” August 12, 1988.
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Correspondence: LRS [Processing]

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Date Range
1980-1987
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M224 / 60
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8111
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M224 / 60
Date Range
1980-1987
Physical Description
0.2 cm of textual records.
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Yellow copy of letter to Peter. Regarding donation to the Lake Louise Project in the name of Lizzie Rummel and Gmoser requests that he remain anonymous. 05.11.87. Letter of receipt from Peter Fuhrmann. June 22, 1987. Letter from Gordon Rathbone regarding the Trust Agreement around the Lizzie Rummel Memorial Schoalrship. Nov 25, 1980. Green copy of letter from the Alpine Club of Canada in thanks for the Lizzie Rummel memorial indenture. Feb 13, 1981. Copy of legal documents for the Scholarship. Four pages, signed by Gmsoser, Alpine Club of Canada and Association of Canadian Mountain Guides. Letter from Gordon Rathbone in receipt of funds. Feb 19, 1981. Photocopy of legal documents dated Feb 8, 1981.
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Correspondence: Political

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Hans Gmoser fonds
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One of two files pertaining to correspondence regarding politics and "Political Memberships and Correspondence".
Date Range
1987- 2002
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M224 / 48
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8111
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M224 / 48
Date Range
1987- 2002
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3 cm of textual records.
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Letter Aug 17-22, 89 from Michael Wilson regarding national debt Group letter from CMH Heli-Skiing April 27, 89 and letter back from Michael Wilson- handwritten note about Bugaboos Letter and info from MP for Wild Rose Louise Feltham July 4, 1989 Letter to MP Bill Jarvis June 24, 1989 Letters to David Summerville March 19, 1989 Letters regarding train whistles October 10, 1988 Letter to Michael Wilson June 20-26, 1989 federal sales tax system Letter from Special Assistant in reply to letter to PM Brian Mulroney Letter to Joe Clark Minister of External Affairs Feb 14, 1989 Letter from Brian Mulroney April 26, 1989 Letter to and from Anne Edwards regarding tourism May 10, 1988- July 11, 1988- response notes on back Letter to Jim Dinning regarding bill 30 July 3, 1988 Series of letters between Gmoser and John Turner December 15, 1987- April 14, 1988 Series of letters between Gmoser and Gordon Taylor December 1, 1987- March 22, 1988 Letters between Michael Wilson and Gmoser regarding government subsidization Aug 6, 1987-Jan 6, 1988 Letter from Special Assistant Naseem Nuraney in response to letter to Paul Martin regarding aviation security after September 11, 2001 dated March 20, 2002 Letter from Paul Martin MP airport security Feb 5, 2002 Letter on behalf of Jean Chretien dated Feb 6, 2002 Letter on behalf of Jane Stewart regarding General Occupations List June 22, 2001 Letter on behalf of Jane Stewart May 1, 2001 Letter regarding the Freedom Party in the Austrian Government April 10, 2000 Letter to Paul Martin regarding national debt Feb 1, 2000 Three faxes directed to the Minister of Foreign Affairs through three different offices Feb 29, 2000 Letter to Elinor Caplan regarding immigration Feb 16, 2000 Letter on behalf of Preston Manning global warming June 5, 1998 Letters from Don Boudria regarding third party regime Feb 10, 2000 Letter on behalf of Christine Stewart regarding climate change July 6, 1998 Letter from Paul Martin Sept 29, 1998 From Anne McLellan regarding pay equity Sept 21, 1998 From Pierre Pettigrew response education system and youth employment Dec 2, 1997 On behalf of Preston Manning regarding greenhouse gases Jan 23, 1998 On behalf of Christine Stewart greenhouse gases Jan 23, 1998 Letter to Preston Manning on greenhouse gases Dec 12, 1997 On behalf of Jean Chretien regarding youth employment Sept 18, 1997 Fax to Ralph Klein Premier Letter to Ralph Klein August 16, 1997 Letter from Ralph Klein in response to support Feb 6, 1996 List of Province of British Columbia Minister/Deputy Minister List Updated June 9, 1997 Letter from Assistant Deputy Minister Parks Department Denis O’Gorman Oct 11, 1996 regarding Mt. Assinboine Lodge Draft for discussion RE: The New Proposal Call Process for Mount Assinboine Lodge Oct 28, 1996 Letters regarding Mt. Assiniboine Lodge between Gmoser and Denis O’Gorman Aug 2, 1996 and Aug 16, 1996 Faxed copy of letter from Wayne Stetski to Paul Leeson April 3, 1996 Faxed copy of letter from Paul Leeson to BC Parks re Mt. Assiniboine Lodge and Park April 3, 1996 Meeting notes with Paul Leeson, Alex Green, Glenn Campbell, Len Robbins, Roger Tierney re permit for operation of Mt. Assinboine Lodge April 16, 1996 Letter from Wayne Stetski to Barb and Sepp Renner Sept 27, 1996 Letter from Sepp and Barbara Renner to Paul Ramsey Oct 2, 1996 Photocopy newspaper article “Renners granted reprieve” and photocopied cartoon Press Release Draft RE: Barb and Sepp Renner Welcome New Tender Process for Mount Assiniboine Lodge” Oct 1996 Letter from Sepp and Barb Renner to Denis O’Gorman July 3, 1996 Letter to Barb Renner from Darcy J. Allan RE: Mount Assiniboine Lodge concession renewal May 15, 1996 Letter from Barb and Sepp Renner to Denis O’Gorman RE: The Mount Assiniboine Lodge Tender Bid May 17, 1996 Letter to Barb Renner from Darcy Allan May 15, 1996 Letter from Moe Sihota Minister to Gmoser March 15, 1996 Faxed copy of letter from Moe Sihota to Marcia and Jim Beckern January 23, 1996 Letter from Wayne Stetski to Gmoser Feb 7, 1996 Letter from Gmoser to Moe Sihota Jan 20, 1996 Letter from Moe Sihota to Gmoser Dec 22, 1995 Letter from Moe Sihota to Gmoser Oct 11, 1995 Photocopy of Operations Permit Proposal Evaluation Dated Jan 10, 1996 Photocopy of Mount Assiniboine Lodge Proposal Evaluation October 31, 1995 Fax from Provincial Government Communications Office Feb 9, 1995 with list of Province of British Columbia Minister/Deputy minister List Letter on behalf of Preston Manning regarding Gun control legislation (Bill C-68) August 31, 1995 Letter from Paul Martin to Gmoser regarding budget July 17, 1995 Letter from Glen Clark regarding increased international services Feb 22, 1995 Letter on behalf of John Manley regarding tourism Dec 30, 1994 Letter from Paul Martin regarding tourism and federal government subsidies Dec 9, 1994 Letter on behalf of Bill Barlee regarding international interior airport Oct 31, 1994 Letter from Paul Martin regarding government spending Nov 10, 1994 Letter from Paul Martin regarding reduced spending Sept 23, 1994 MLA Janis Tarchuk recognition at Canadian embassy in Washington, April 13, 2006.
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Part Of
Hans Gmoser fonds
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One of two files pertaining to correspondence regarding politics and "Political Memberships and Correspondence".
Date Range
1984-1994
Reference Code
M224 / 49
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Hans Gmoser fonds
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5 / File
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IV.C. Textual records
Accession Number
8111
Reference Code
M224 / 49
Date Range
1984-1994
Physical Description
2 cm of textual records.
Scope & Content
One of two files pertaining to correspondence regarding politics and "Political Memberships and Correspondence".
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Family and personal life
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The Globe and Mail Nov 5, 1993 List of ministers and articles about John Chretien’s cabinet Letter from Brian Evans regarding physiotherapy July 13, 1994 Letter on behalf of Jean Chretien re fiscal condition July 13, 1994 Letter on behalf of Jean Chretien regarding fiscal and monetary issues June 29, 1994 Letter from Halvar C. Jonson Minister of Education Jan 31, 1994 Letter from Brian Evans regarding education programs and services Jan 11, 1994 Letter from Ralph Klein regarding education system Dec 17, 1993 Letter from Jim Dinning Provincial Treasurer regarding deficit elimination plan Dec 23, 1993 Letter from Brian Evans regarding education budget cuts with handwritten postscript Nov 19, 1993 Letter from Moe Sihota in thanks for calendar Dec 8, 1993 Letter on behalf of Jim Dinning regarding government funding cuts Nov 18, 1993 Letter on behalf of Lloyd Axworthy Nov 22, 1993 Letter from D. Sam Hall regarding school policy and Council Agenda Oct 20, 1993 Letter from Prime Minister Aug 30, 1993 regarding deficit reduction Letter from Meg Sintzel regarding forwarding a letter to PM Ms. Campbell Sept 13, 1993 Letter from Minister of Finance regarding federal budget June 1, 993 Letter from Bernard Valcourt regarding Unemployment Insurance May 6, 1993 Letter from Darlene Marzari regarding toruism April 27, 1993 Fax to Minister of Finance Don Mazankowski disappointment over budget April 27, 1993 Letter from Minister of Finance Don Mazankowski regarding Unemployment Insurance March 12, 1993 Letter on behalf of Brian Mulroney Feb 18, 1993 Letter on behalf of Brian Mulroney Feb 24, 1993 Letters to Bernard Valcourt, Brian Mulroney, Don Mazankowski regarding UIC Feb 12, 1992 Letter from Judy Otton Chief Planning and Program Management Banff National Park July 24, 1992 Letter to Parks Consultation Coordinator July 9, 1992 Letter to Norman Wagner Chairman Alberta National Gas Company LTd. regarding “Heroes Among Us” Kit May 4, 1992 Photocopy of letter signed by Canadian Mountain Holidays Staff to Don Mazankowski regarding “financial mess” January 1992 Letter to Timothy Reid Canadian Chamber of Commerce regarding debts Dec 19, 1991 Letter to Michael Wilson regarding contribution to PC Canada Fund Dec 11, 1991 Letter from and to Michael Wilson regarding deficit June 9, 1991 and Jan 30, 1991 Letter from Michael Wilson regarding fiscal situation Aug 31, 1990 Letter from Margaret Lockwood Policy Analyst regarding Transportation Aug 2, 1990 Letter to Michael Wilson regarding deficit Aug 7, 1990 Letter from Michael Wilson July 26, 1990 Letter to Michael Wilson Nov 10, 1989 Letter from Michael Wilson Oct 23, 1989 Letter from Louise Feltham MP for Wild Rose Aug 8, 1989 Letter to Michael Wilson regarding Goods and Services Tax June 30, 1989 Letter to Gerry St. Germain Progressive Conservative Association of Canada July 26, 1990 Letter from Gerry St. Germain and attached information sheets “Brining Government Spending Under control” July 12, 1990 Letter to Gerry St. Germain regarding Conservative Party June 23, 1990 Letter from Robert R. de Cotret regarding Green Plan July 10, 1990 Letter to Brian Mulroney regarding contribution to the PC Canada Fund Dec 4, 1989 Letter from Bill Jarvis regarding contribution to PC Canada Fund July 17, 1989 Letter from Louise Feltham regarding taxing November 29, 1989 Letter to Louise Feltham regarding Goods and Services Tax November 10, 1989 Letter to Greg Stevens, MLA regarding taxes, services, government involvement in ski development on Mt. Allen and suggesting the 1988 Winter Olympics take place in the Banff/Lake Louise area. Jan 7, 1985. Letter from Greg Stevens MLA regarding registering of “complaints against the assessment of your property” and increase of taxes. Oct 24, 1984.
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