Fonds consists of seven series : I. Philip Moore family series, ca.1882-1964, 42 cm., and contains three sub-series: A. Personal papers and photographs, 1897-1964 (college career, personal life, activities and estate); B. Professional papers and photographs, 1905-[ca.1950] (military career and re…
ca.1 m textual records. -- ca.3400 photographs: prints, transparencies, negatives. -- 10 photograph albums (ca.1000 prints). -- 24 motion pictures.
History / Biographical
The Moore family resided at Banff, Alberta and Yoho Valley, British Columbia, Canada. Col. Philip A. Moore, 1879-1951, was a guide, soldier, lecturer and publicist. Pearl Brewster Moore, 1889-1973, was a homemaker and tourist lodge operator. Daughter, Edmee Brewster Moore (Reid), 1908-1971, was a homemaker and wife of Charles Reid. Pearl Brewster, born in Banff, was an active sportswoman. In 1905, she met Philip Moore, who had joined Jim and Bill Brewster in the packing business. The Moores made their home in Banff in 1907. A trained soldier, Philip Moore distinguished himself in France in the First World War and served with the Calgary Highlanders during the Second World War. The Moores ran various Canadian Pacific Railway facilities, including Yoho Valley Bungalow Camp, during the 1920s and early 1930s. Col. Moore lectured widely during this period using motion pictures and lantern slides. During the 1930s, the Moores travelled extensively and were active in the Trail Riders of the Canadian Rockies. Pearl Moore was instrumental in the Banff-Jasper fund during the Second World War. In 1971, Pearl Moore gave their log home, a showcase of Stoney Nakoda artifacts and art, to the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies.
Scope & Content
Fonds consists of seven series :
I. Philip Moore family series, ca.1882-1964, 42 cm., and contains three sub-series: A. Personal papers and photographs, 1897-1964 (college career, personal life, activities and estate); B. Professional papers and photographs, 1905-[ca.1950] (military career and research, writing and lecturing); C. Volunteer activities, 1935-1945 (Jubilee Committee; National War Finance Committee, Victory Loan program).
II. Pearl Moore series. -- 1890-1973. -- 21.5 cm of textual records. -- 156 photographs: prints. -- Series consists of three sub-series: A. Personal papers and photographs, 1990-1973 (photographs, letters, diaries, notes and notebooks, and other material); B. Legal and financial papers, 1908-1971; C. Volunteer activities, [1940?]-1942 (Banff-Jasper Spitfire Fund, the Red Cross, wartime work).
III. Edmee Moore series. -- 1908-1965. -- 8 cm of textual records. -- 152 photographs : prints, 4 photograph albums. -- Series consists of six sub-series: A. Photographs, 1908-1965; B. Letters and notes, [ca.1915-ca.1920]; C. Sketchbooks; D. Diaries and scrapbooks, 1926-1938; E. Financial and legal papers, 1935-1965; F. Other, 1919-1953.
IV. Philip Moore family series. -- 1885-1970. -- 20 cm of textual records. -- 1183 photographs (1075 prints and negatives, 117 transparencies, 51 stereo cards). -- 11 motion pictures. -- Series consists of seven sub-series: A. Family portraits, 1885-[ca.1970]; B. Home, friends and activities, [ca.1910]-1962; C. Financial papers, 1907-1951; D. Travel, 1931-1936; E. Business papers, bungalow camp operations, 1921-1932; F. Banff/Lake Louise area photographs, 1885-1965; G. Other, [ca.1895-ca.1960].
V. Moore and Brown families series. -- 1838-1950. -- 8 cm of textual records. -- 156 photographs : prints. -- Series consists of five sub-series: A. Roger Brown Moore, 1890-1931; B. Maria K. Moore estate, 1922-1927; C. William Gordon Moore, Laura Moore and Roger Brown Moore estate, 1930-1939; D. Maria K. Moore and Roger Brown Moore, 1925-1930; E. Other material, 1838-1950.
VI. Brewster family series. -- [ca.1880]-1970. -- 6 cm of textual records. -- 289 photographs : prints, 2 photograph albums. -- Series consists of five sub-series: A. John and Isabella Brewster, 1904-1948; B. Fred Brewster, 1909-1953; C. James I. Brewster, 1909-1936; D. Fern Brewster, 1930-1932; E. Brewster family, [ca.1880]-1970; F. Other material, 1898-1969.
VII. Other material series. -- 1885-1970. -- 709 photographs : prints. -- Series consists of three sub-series: A. Scenics, 1885-1970; B. People, 1885-1970; C. Other, 1885-1970.
Letter to Mrs. John Walker from A. S. Cobb regarding Fred Cobb's claim as first white child born in Banff, birth certificate enclosed : oversize; letter to Fred Cobb from his mother S. Cobb.
Letter to Mrs. John Walker from A. S. Cobb regarding Fred Cobb's claim as first white child born in Banff, birth certificate enclosed : oversize; letter to Fred Cobb from his mother S. Cobb.
Notes
Certificate of Birth of Fred Samuel Cobb, born October 6, 1887, first person born in Banff?, by Deputy Registrar General, 1933, 1 item.
Power of Attorney from R.B. Moore to P.A. Moore, 1930, 1 item.
Diploma from the Pingry School, Elizabeth, New Jersey to Roger Brown Moore, 1900, 1 item.
Certificate of Indefeasible Title re Edward Johnson, New Westminster, 1924, 1 item.
All held in oversize "B"
Item consists of group in regalia on horseback in the courtyard of th Banff Springs Hotel, on left is Hector Crawler (Wachegiye) (Prayer Giver) and Peter Wesley (Ta Otha) (Moose Hunter) next to him.
Item consists of group in regalia on horseback in the courtyard of th Banff Springs Hotel, on left is Hector Crawler (Wachegiye) (Prayer Giver) and Peter Wesley (Ta Otha) (Moose Hunter) next to him.
File pertains to 3 book-mounted photographs. Includes: 1 Daguerreotype of a couple [she is standing, he is sitting] with a glass cover painted at the edges in black - the book mount is black plastic with red padded velvet lining the inside of the cover. The Daguerreotype is also accompanied with a …
3 photographs : b&w gelatin dry glass plate negatives ; 8.3 x 9.4 cm
Scope & Content
File pertains to 3 book-mounted photographs. Includes: 1 Daguerreotype of a couple [she is standing, he is sitting] with a glass cover painted at the edges in black - the book mount is black plastic with red padded velvet lining the inside of the cover. The Daguerreotype is also accompanied with a letter dated July 25 1968 to Pearl Moore from someone named Tim. 1 ambrotype of a close-up portrait of a woman done in light colours rather than the traditional black on glass - the book mount is leather-wrapped wood with emerald green padded velvet lining the inside of the cover [cover detatched]. 1 ambrotype of a seated colour-tinted soldier dressed in a red jacket with gold buttons and a gun belt leaning an elbow on a blue table - book mount is leather-wrapped wood with red padded velvet lining the inside of the cover.
Day diary, 1925, partially complete; trip diary: My Cruise Round the World on Canadian Pacific S.S. Empress of Britain, 1931-1932; diary: My Trip, 1935, re. trip around the world.
Day diary, 1925, partially complete; trip diary: My Cruise Round the World on Canadian Pacific S.S. Empress of Britain, 1931-1932; diary: My Trip, 1935, re. trip around the world.
Views of people engaged in activities relevant to Banff/Lake Louise; includes some scenics, 1935 Silver Jubilee Parade, carnivals, movie making, portraits, local notables, Banff Indian Days, swimming etc.
Views of people engaged in activities relevant to Banff/Lake Louise; includes some scenics, 1935 Silver Jubilee Parade, carnivals, movie making, portraits, local notables, Banff Indian Days, swimming etc.
Pertain to Brewster family members' involvement in horseback riding, sightseeing, Banff Indian Days, hunting, hiking, winter sports, canoeing, holidays, dining, etc.; also some of business activities such as cutting and hauling ice.
Pertain to Brewster family members' involvement in horseback riding, sightseeing, Banff Indian Days, hunting, hiking, winter sports, canoeing, holidays, dining, etc.; also some of business activities such as cutting and hauling ice.
Pertain to Moore family's world travels, India, Egypt, Caribbean, Hawaii, etc.; views of their home in England during WW I; scenes possibly of Quebec Tercentenary Celebrations.
Pertain to Moore family's world travels, India, Egypt, Caribbean, Hawaii, etc.; views of their home in England during WW I; scenes possibly of Quebec Tercentenary Celebrations.
Scenes of Moore family involved in trail riding, Banff Indian Days, social activities, sports, sightseeing, talking with friends, etc.; includes 9 prints and 7 snapshots (with negatives) of investiture in Stoney Nakoda.
Scenes of Moore family involved in trail riding, Banff Indian Days, social activities, sports, sightseeing, talking with friends, etc.; includes 9 prints and 7 snapshots (with negatives) of investiture in Stoney Nakoda.
Pertain to Yoho Bungalow Camp and Yoho Valley. Includes portraits and activities; 3 scenes relating to Wapta Bungalow Camp; 1 print and letter from L. Leacock re damming of Takakkaw Falls.
IV.E. Philip Moore family series : business papers, bungalow camp operations
Sous-Fonds
V439
Reference Code
V439 / 706 - 898
Date Range
[ca.1905]-1960
Physical Description
234 photographs : prints, negatives; includes 2 oversized framed photographs. -- 1 textual record
Scope & Content
Pertain to Yoho Bungalow Camp and Yoho Valley. Includes portraits and activities; 3 scenes relating to Wapta Bungalow Camp; 1 print and letter from L. Leacock re damming of Takakkaw Falls.