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              Angus R. MacDonald fonds
              CA BI MG 6.33 · Fonds · 1928-1973

              Fonds consists of papers including poetry, book excerpts, and a scrapbook. Papers include:

              1. A collection of his poetry compiled by his daughter, Christena E. MacDonald, 1968. Also included is a poem by French Road bard, Duncan MacDonald. Typescript and printed, 32 pages.
              2. Excerpts from Songs of the Gael [n.d.]. Printed, 6 pages.
              3. Obituary of Angus R. MacDonald, 1973. Clippings including a poem by John Og Walker of Lake Ainslie.
              4. “Biography of Christena Evelyn MacDonald” 1931. Original, 9 pages.
              5. Scrapbook of clippings pertaining to Florence E. MacDonald’s track and field career, and including clippings on Johnny Miles, 1929.
              6. Failte Cheap Breatuinn: A collection of Gaelic poetry by Vincent A. MacLellan (1891). The MacNeil Edition edited by James Hugh MacNeil, 1933. Typescript 233 pages. Supplement, 1933, containing biography of V. A. McLellan. Typescript, 22 pages. Presented by Angus R. MacDonald.
              MacDonald, Angus R.
              Angus Y. MacLellan fonds
              CA BI MG 6.63 · Fonds · 1912-1946

              Fonds consists of poems, biography of Angus Y. MacLellan, and recollections of life on Margaree Island.

              1. Poem: “Clach An Càrn an Dòmhnallaich” was presented by Sister St. Francis of Rome, C.N.D.

              2. Duncan H. and Mary Margaret MacLellan recall their childhood spent on Margaree Island. Typescript, 12 pages Presented by Margaret Long, Brockton, Mass., June 1983.

              3. “My years on Margaree Island” by Lauranna MacLellan MacDonald, who presented the paper in December, 1983. Photocopy, 4 pages.

              4. Biography of Angus Y. MacLellan (1887-1960) Photocopy, 11 pages.

              Songs composed by Angus Y. MacLellan and other bards that appear in "Smeòrach nan Cnoc 's nsn Gleann" and "Gaelic Songs in Nova Scotia". Photocopy, 10 pages
              Story “Raonull Ban Mac Eoghain Oig” by Aonghas MacGillfhaolain. Print, 26 pages.

              1. “The Part Played by the Scottish Catholic Society of Canada in the Establishment of the St. F. X. Extension Department” 1953. Typescript, 21 pages.

              Clippings: Obituary of Rev. Michael Gillis, 1970; Obituary of Ernest Hart, the Chairmaker from Northeast Margaree, n.d. Presented by Sister Carmelina MacLellan, Port Hawkesbury, 1984.

              MacLellan, Angus Y.
              Archibald A. MacKenzie fonds
              CA BI MG 6.6 · Fonds · 1983

              Fonds consists of a selection of songs in Gaelic composed by Archie Alex MacKenzie.

              MacKenzie, Archie Alex
              Archie Morrison fonds
              CA BI MG 6.34 · Fonds · 1900-1979

              This fonds consists of a collection of Gaelic songs, stories, poetry, history and tombstone inscriptions.

              Papers are in Gaelic:

              1. Story: “Seann Chuimhneachan air a’ Choire Ghlas” copied from the work by John MacCormick, first appearing in An Gaidheal, Vol.2. Photocopy, 12 pages.
              2. Story: "A’Bhean Iadach" from Am Measg Nam Bodach, 1938.
                "Iain Ciar agus an Robair" from Aig Tigh na Beinne by Katherine Whyte Grant.
                "Eoghan Ruadh aig a ‘Mhod" from The Celtic Garland by Henry Whyte. Photocopies, 20 pages.
              3. Poetry and songs, many by Cape Breton bards. many have been copied from songs appearing in The History of Christmas Island Parish. Also a song composed by Murdoch Morrison of Ferguson's Lake and Gaelic translations of English hymns. Photocopies and originals, 38 pages.
              4. An typed excerpt from the Gaelic translation of the Episcopalian Book of Common Prayer. Photocopy, 1 page.
              5. Description of Islands of Coll, Uist and Mull copied from the book Am Measg nam Bodach, 1938.
              6. Inscriptions on the tombstones of John MacLean, Gaelic bard; Rev. Alexander MacLean Sinclair and Mrs. John Sinclair. Photocopy, 1 page. Presented by Mr. Morrison.
              CA BI MG 6.35 · Fonds · 1969

              Fonds consists of 27 songs in Gaelic, two hymns in English and a newspaper account of the MacDonalds' 50th wedding anniversary in 1969. Mr. MacDonald, a farmer from Framboise, composed many Gaelic songs, the most famous of which was "Failte Cheap Breatunn". See also Tapes 107, 231, and 232.

              MacDonald, Dan Alex
              CA BI MG 6.39 · Fonds · 1927

              Fonds consists of papers including poems and a genealogy of the MacFarlanes, compiled by D.D. MacFarlane.

              A. Gaelic version of “Scots Wha Hae” and “Ath Shealladh” the latter of which was composed by Mr. MacFarlane on New Year's Day, 1927. Presented by Finlay Campbell, Saint John.
              B. Translation into Gaelic of “The Minstrel Boy” and “Lord Ullin’s Daughter,” both by Mr. MacFarlane. Original, 4 pages. Presented by Estate of W. S. MacFarlane, 1981.
              C. Genealogy of the MacFarlanes by D. D. MacFarlane, 1943 Original, 5 pages. (Indexed copy filed in B & G File) Presented by Rev. John Hugh MacEachen, July 1984.

              MacFarlane, Donald Dougal
              CA BI MG 6.76 · Fonds · 1987-1994

              Fonds consists of essays from an annual essay competition at the University College of Cape Breton, advancing research in traditional history, songs, narrative traditions of Gaelic culture. Essays are arranged by year of competition.

              1. 1987/88:
                a. Marilyn Dwyer, "Presenting, The Ancient Tradition of Gaelic Psalm Singing in the Presbyterian Church". Essay includes three tapes with an index. T-3193 (a-b-c)
                b. Kate Dunlay, "Cape Bretoners in Boston: Maintaining Identity".
                c. Donald J. MacNeil, "Cape Breton Folksong Tradition".

              2. 1988/89:
                a. Marilyn Dwyer, "An nì nach cluinn mi an diugh chan aithris mi 'maireach, Eòin MacGilliosa MacFhionghuin (Jonathan Gillies MacKinnon)".
                b. Marilyn MacDonald, "Milling Frolics on the North Shore a Look at the Past, Present, and Future". One video tape is included. FT 41
                c. Winnifred J. MacDonald, "Sang abune a' sang" (Collections, Composers, and Fiddlers). One audio tape is included. T-3194

              3. 1990: Kathleen Dunlay, "The Playing of Traditional Scottish Music: Old and New - World Styles and Practices".

              4. 1991: Jacqueline Ann Dunn,"Tha Blas na Gàidhlig Air A h- Uile Fidhleir". (The Sound of Gaelic is in the Fiddler's Music)

              5. 1992: Jeff MacDonald,"Bràighe na H-Aibhne Iarmad mo Shluaigh" (Life and Times of the Scottish Settlers at St. Mary's Parish, River Denys Area.)

              6. 1993-1994: Margaret Bennett "Gaelic Song in Eastern Canada: Twentieth Century Reflections"

              7. 1994: K. Diane Grant "A Study of the Second Sight in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland and Nova Scotia"

              8. 1994: Rannie Gillis "Celtic Education". Family history and an account of how one would be enculturated and socially educated in the Gaelic culture of Cape Breton.

              9. 1994: Paula Rice "Mary with the Ewe". Agricultural practices in Scotland and pioneer Cape Breton.

              Gaelic Songs
              CA BI MG 6.43 · Fonds · 20th century

              Fonds consists of Gaelic poetry, songs, hymns and a letter. Creator is unknown.

              A. Notebook of handwritten Gaelic songs believed to be the songs of Ewen MacKinnon, otherwise known in Iona as "Bodach a'Bhidse".
              B. Gaelic translation of the hymn “The Old Old Story.” Hexatonic scale adapted to regular musical store by unknown person. Original, 2 pages.
              C1. Song "Chuir Mi Cul ri Iollaraidh" (with English translation) [n.d.] Original, 2 pages. Presented by Mr. & Mrs. John MacKenzie, Mira Gut.
              C2. Song: “Bheir a Nall am Botal Dhu” [sic] (local composition) Original, 2 pages. Presented by John Allan MacNeil, Grand Narrows.
              C3a. "Mi'm Shuidhe M'Onar" by Scottish bard Sorley Cameron. The name “Neil MacDonald” is penciled on the manuscript but not definite that he is the author. Original, 8 pages.
              C3b Humourous song [untitled] also written in Cape Breton. Signed by Neil Macdonald but he was not the author. Also 2 fiddle tunes with musical notation, one stating that it is from Bill Lamey. Original, 5 pages.
              C4. Song (untitled) likely of Cape Breton origin. Typescript, 1 page.
              D. Letter written in Gaelic from Crows Nest to a friend in Inverness County, 1915. Original, 1 page. Presented by John Neil Beaton, Port Hood, 1984.

              Hugh Francis MacKenzie fonds
              CA BI MG 6.23 · Fonds · 1905-1986

              Fonds consists of papers that include:

              b. Two copies of the history of the first settlers in Iona including MacKenzie's version of the story of their first encounter with the Mi'Kmaq ; a story in English and set in Christmas Island. Many cultural practices are discussed ; a speech addressed to The Nova Scotia and Canadian Associations of Social workers ; two songs in English.

              MacKenzie, Hugh Francis
              CA BI MG 6.37 · Fonds · 1936-1955

              Fonds consists of:

              • papers including correspondence with D.D. MacFarlane, Joseph D. MacKinnon and Fr. Angus MacNeil pertaining to MacNeil, MacSween and MacFarlane genealogies and to Gaelic songs
              • list of members of the Caledonian Society, Sydney
              • story entitled "Stephen the Spendthrift"
              • passport photo of Mr. MacNeil [#79-1192-4172]
              CA BI MG 6.31 · Fonds · 1896-1995

              Fonds consists of materials collected by Mr. MacDonald while he was on an LIP grant. Papers include:

              1. Promissory note of Angus MacLean in favour of D. N. McIntyre, Boisdale, 1896. Original, 1 page.
              2. League of the Cross membership card for Ronald MacKenzie, Christmas Island, 1908. Original, 1 page.
              3. Nova Scotia High School certificate, Grade X, for Joseph Lawrence MacDonald, 1926. Original, 1 page.
              4. Memorial card of Mrs. Alex N. MacNeil, 1962, Printed, 1 card.
              5. Diary kept by John A. MacDonald, of a trip to Scotland, 1971. Photocopy, 11 pages.
              6. List of the Alexander MacDonalds on the Kinloch estate, 1700-1800. Photocopy, 2 pages.
              7. Translation of the Gaelic story “Cross Road House” by Joseph L. MacDonald. Typescript, 4 pages.
              8. Historical sketch of the Island of Lewis. Photocopy, 4 pages.
              9. Weekly Work Record of Joseph L. MacDonald, 1972 Original, 20 pages.
                10.3 Gaelic stories. Original and typescript, 7 pages.
              10. Gaelic bible tract: “Ubhlan Oir” Printed, 26 pages.
              11. Plan and descriptions of violins. Printed, 4 pages.
              MacDonald, Joseph Lawrence
              Malcolm H. Gillis fonds
              CA BI MG 6.8 · Fonds · 1927

              Fonds consists of a Gaelic song "Na Cnoic 's na Glinn" with words and music by Mr. Gillis; the song "Nigh'n Donn a Chuil Reidh, written by Gillis. There is also Mr. Gillis' notebook containing songs in Gaelic and English, one of which is the original version of "Na Cnoic 's na Glinn"; violin music; record of marriages, 1881-1883, probably performed in St. Joseph's Church, Southwest Margaree. Also included is an affidavit by Malcolm R. MacLeod concerning the copyright of Gilis' songs.

              Gillis, Malcolm H.
              Rev. John Hugh MacEachen
              CA BI MG 6.67 · Fonds · 1982

              Fonds consists of a Gaelic song (with English translation) composed by Father MacEachen on the occasion of the 125th anniversary of St. Margaret's Parish, Broad Cove.

              CA BI MG 6.26 · Fonds · 1920-1955

              Fonds consists of minutes, correspondence, constitution and by-laws, financial records, addresses, cash book, roll book, and membership records that were created by the Scottish Catholic Society.

              Scottish Catholic Society