Fonds consists of correspondence written to Sylvia Karrel (née Sylvia Glickman) by Pilot Officer Curdis Karrel, Pilot Officer Karrel's war medals, photographs of Pilot Officer Karrel’s headstone in Kiel War Cemetery in Kiel, Germany, and newspaper clippings.

Series consists of correspondence sent to Thomas J. Brown, as well as copies of correspondence addressed to The Indian Cove Coal Company Ltd. and E.G. McKay.

Series consists of a resolution sent to the Basker Family upon the death of Ranald Basker and correspondence sent to various members of the Basker Family by Jim St. Clair.

File consists of a letter from Doubleday Canada Limited rejecting “Hang the Lantern on the Gate” for publication on August 1st, 1972. File consists of a letter sent by Dr. C. L. MacMillan Jr. to a Mr. and Mrs. Petrie asking for their opinion on a if “Memoirs of a Cape Breton Doctor” has the potential to become a play. File consists of a letter from Dr. MacMillan to Jean speaking about his book, “Memoirs of a Cape Breton Doctor”.

File consists of a letter from the Cook County Graduate School of Medicine, personal correspondence, letters congratulating him on the publishing of his book “Memoirs of a Cape Breton Doctor”, letters from people telling Dr. MacMillan how much they enjoyed his book and their hopes for a sequel.

Series consists of personal correspondence, letters of congratulations, speeches that Dr. MacMillan has given on the grand opening of a hospital, at banquets, about the annual festival held in Baddeck, welcome speeches, introductory speeches, on the opening of new schools, giving thanks for an invitation, speech to open a meeting and a speech at the launch of a new memorial park in Baddeck. Series also consists of a column called MacMillan’s Memories, a history of Baddeck Group Alcoholics Anonymous which he is mentioned in, a story about the history of Isaac’s Harbor, a loan statement and 29 photographs including weddings photos, family photos, photos of Dr. MacMillan by himself and with others, photos of a house, the C. Monty MacMillan ferry, and Dr. MacMillan in a horse drawn sleigh.

This file consists of correspondence.

Sub-series consists of correspondence, programmes, schedules, scrapbooks, and photographs belonging to Ralph Davies and Sharkey MacDonald (Charles MacDonald), former Cape Breton Highlanders and World War 2 (WW2) veterans, who were chosen to be delegates for the “30th Anniversary: The Canadians in Italy” delegation sent to Italy to commemorate the Italian Campaign and the 30th anniversary of the liberation of Italy. Delegates visited memorials, battlefields, and war cemeteries and took part in cultural and religious ceremonies to mark the occasion.

File consists of official and personal correspondence sent by Cape Breton Highlanders during World War I.

This fonds consists of a letter written by Mr. Campbell to his brother-in-law on the Isle of Lewis, relating his experiences in settling on his land in New Harris. The letter was reportedly never mailed.

Fonds consists of an address to the Gaels in Canada by the author Donald Sinclair of Barra and later Glasgow. He names is signed using his patronymic "Dòmhnull Dhòmhnuill Dhunnchaidh Chìobair" and initials from the Gaelic for Sinclair "D.M.N.C.". His signature also states that his is from Barra.

This fonds consists of a reproduction of letters written by Mary, Queen of Scots, a warrant for confining Mary and a declaration of her execution.

This fonds consists of a letter from Malcolm Campbell, Barra, with family news; copy of tombstone of Roderick and Jane MacNeil.

Item is a letter sent to James. A. Murphy on the behalf of the Canadian assistant military secretary, informing him that his name has been submitted for inclusion in the list for the next investiture.

Item is a handwritten note to Janet Maltby, pertaining to the shipment of the scrapbook by Mary Murphy.

Item is a letter to Col. Wood from an unidentified writer.

Item is a letter to "Pat" from W.G. Wuitete.

Item is a letter written to James A. Murphy from an unidentified writer, expressing concern over Murphy's wound.

Item is a letter to James A. Murphy, thanking him for sharing his experiences from the First World War.

Item consists of a letter to James A. Murphy from an unidentified writer.

Item is a letter from A.P. Beaumont to James A. Murphy.

Item is a message from Captain Thompson commending the troops on a successful raid.

Item is a letter form James J. Murphy informing Janet Maltby that he had mailed the scrapbook.

Item is a letter from W.H. Craig, to James A. Murphy, expressing concern over Murphy's wound.

Item is a letter form Col. Dawson, commander at the Battle of Vimy Ridge, commending James A. Murphy on his work at Vimy Ridge and informing him of an effort to award him a military cross medal.

Item is a letter from Col. Dawson, commander at Vimy Ridge, to James A. Murphy, expressing concern about Murphy's wound.

Item is a photocopy of a letter form James A. Murphy's mother, expressing concern about James A. Murphy's wounded arm.

Item is a letter from Janet Maltby to James J. Murphy, James Andrew Murphy's son, pertaining to the acceptance of the scrapbook as a donation to the Beaton Institute.

Item consists of a Christmas Card from the Canadian Corps Cyclist Battalion. Dated 1916.

Item is a letter from Emily Johnston to Dorothy Willmot, expressing sympathy for the death of Percy Willmot.

File contains a scrapbook of pictures, clippings, and letters concerning Lieut. Willmot's time at war. The scrapbook includes a recruitment address that was presented by J.W. Madden.

File contains a scrapbook of pictures, clippings and letters compiled by Lieut. Willmot, detailing a trip from Sydney to England and return to Ottawa, 1908-09. The book also includes letters from Gladys Smith to Halifax officials concerning the donation of Percy Willmot's World War 1 materials to the Halifax Citadel Army Museum.

Item is a letter to Lieut. Percy Willmot, explaining the terms of his return to Canada.

File contains military papers and correspondence that belonged to Lieut. Percy Wilmot, including his paybook, war service badge, a Christmas card, and other documents.

File contains photocopies of original letters from Percy Willmot to Dorothy Willmot.

Item is a bound collection of transcribed letters from Percy Willmot to his sister, Dorothy, that were written during his service in World War 1 in both Halifax and France. The letters mention other Cape Bretonners overseas such as John Pringle, and Lieutenant Johnston. The collection also includes photocopies of various documents pertaining to Percy Willmot's military career.

Item is a letter from Percy Willmot to his sister Dorothy, written during World War 1.

File contains Percy Charles Willmot's correspondence to family members that was written he was serving overseas in World War 1 with the 25th Battalion.

File consists of correspondence both to and from Rita Joe. Most of the letters pertain to her writing career (Oxford UP, University of Toronto Press, WFNS, UNB, Explorations - Canada Council, Nimbus, Ragweed, Abanaki) and achievements (Order of Canada, Privy Council, National Aboriginal Awards).

Fonds consist of letter enclosing “Tribute to the North Shore Gaelic Singers” in verse, 1978.

File contains correspondence written by John Pringle during World War 1, including letters to his congregation and a letter addressed to N.C. Lunan.

File contains two copies of a Christmas Card from John Pringle to the members of St. Andrew's Church, created while he was serving in World War 1.

Item is a letter to Gerald Liscombe from Susan Liscombe.

Item consists of a letter to Gerald Liscombe from Bob, which was written in France.

Item is a letter to Gerald Liscombe from Bob, which was written in France. In the letter, the author notes that he was wounded, describes the capture of German trenches, and communicates the fear and uncertainty that comes from life in the trenches.

Item is a letter to Susan Liscombe signed "Bob," which was written in France. In the letter, the author thanks Mrs. Liscombe for mailing him some newspapers, talks about injuries and deaths among members of the 40th that he met in England, relates his experience in the trenches, and notes a letter that he received from Gerald Liscombe regarding the disbandment of the 185th Band.

Item is a letter to Susan Liscombe signed "B," which was written in France. In the letter, the author describes a three-hour artillery attack on December 20, mail delays on the front, and Gerald's first aid skills and current situation in England.

Item is a letter from the Adjutant General, Canadian Militia, to Frank Liscombe with a copy of Gerald Liscombe's burial report.