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Chapel Island
CA BI 97-173-28011 · Item · n.d.

Item is a reproduction of a photograph of Mi'kmaq people from Chapel Island.

Item · 1976

Item is a reproduction of the original text; a paper submitted for a History course (course unknown) on March 1, 1976. To locate this item at the Beaton Institute, use the following sequence: "Report - Micmac - Title of Item
requested."

Chapel Island Mission Church
CA BI 94-1275-25790 · Item · 1994

Item is a photograph of the Chapel Island Mission Church.

CA BI T-1194 · Item · 1978

File consists of an audio recording of an interview held in Sydney; includes a discussion of Mi'kmaq, wedding and funeral customs.

Chief Ben Christmas
CA BI D-1784 · Item · 196-?

File consists of a portrait of Chief Ben Christmas.

Chief Ben Christmas
CA BI T-274 · Item · 1977

File consists of a reproduction of an audio recording recorded in 1961 at the Church in Membertou. The recordings are of Chief Ben E. Christmas who is reciting various songs and commentary regarding Mi'kmaw social life. Reproduction of the tape recorded by Deblois, belonging to the Canadian Music Centre.

CA BI 91-1044-23005 · Item · 1991

Item is a reproduction of a photograph of Chief Ben Christmas' tombstone at the Membertou cemetery.

Chief Donald Marshall
CA BI 91-963-22925 · Item · Aug. 1991

Item is an original photograph of Grand Chief Donald Marshall's funeral in from of St. Anthony Daniel Parish - crowd gathered in front, including Knights of Columbus members. Hearse in front. August 1991.

Chief Donald Marshall
CA BI 92-348-23523 · Item · ca. 1970

Item is a copy of a photograph of the late Chief Donald Marshall in full regalia.

Fitzgerald, Owen
Chief Donald Marshall
CA BI 85-130-15830 · Item · 1983

Item is a photograph of Chief Donald Marshall holding a medal and plaque.

Chief John Denny Jr.
CA BI 97-653-28503 · Item · ca. 1880

Item is a photograph of Chief John Denny Jr. (1842-1918), on the right, with several Paul brothers and unidentified missionaries or priests.

Chief Noel Doucette
CA BI 99-33-29804 · Item · 1999

Item is a photograph of the headstone marker for Chief Noel Doucette (March 16, 1938 - July 24, 1996). His wife's name is also on the marker: Jean Doris (August 25, 1937 - ).

CA BI T-543 · Item · 1976

File consists of an audio recording of the sod turning ceremonies for the new College of Cape Breton campus.

CA BI 85-127-15827a · Item · 1976

Item is a photograph of Dr. Campbell turning the first sod at the new Campus, with Chief Donald Marshall.

CA BI 85-127-15827b · Item · 1976

Item is a photograph of Dr. Campbell turning the first sod at the new Campus, with Chief Donald Marshall.

Item · 1970

Item is a bound copy of two studies regarding the degree of alienation and social change of contemporary Mi'kmaw Reserves; mentions human resources, occupation, organization, socio-economic variables, research, design, and demographic data. To locate this item at the Beaton Institute, use the following sequence: "Report - Micmac - Title of Item requested."

CA BI PAM 2521 · Item · 1972

Item is a reprint of the account of the Mi'kmaq first published by Nicholas Denys in 1672.

C.W. Francis
CA BI T-937 · Item · 197-?

File consists of an audio recording of Mi'kmaw hymns.

Death in the Micmac Culture
Item · 1982

Item is a reproduction of the original paper, written in 1982 for Philosophy 200. To locate this item at the Beaton Institute, use the following sequence: "Report - Micmac - Title of Item requested."

Death in the Micmac Culture
Item · 1982

Item is a reproduction of the original paper, written in 1982 for Philosophy 200. This is the progress report of the term project. To locate this item at the Beaton Institute, use the following sequence: "Report - Micmac - Title of Item requested."

Donald Marshall
CA BI T-1023 · Item · 1977

File consists of an audio recording of a discussion of Mi'kmaw culture with Chief Marshall; the focus is on revival of culture with respect to: organizations, performing groups, folk dancing, tourist culture activities, music and games and problems of inter-marriage. This was recorded in Membertou.

CA BI T-6 · Item · 1963

File consists of an audio recording of an oral history of early Scottish settlers in the Big Pond area; mentions Mi'kmaq in the East Bay area.

What were the Bras D'or Mission?
Early history of the MacIntytres of Big Pond (N.S.)
The Church of East Bay
Who was Malcolm MacLellan?
What do you know about the MacLeods who were among MacLellan's students?
Why was the East Bay school Started? East Bay school started in 1825...
What men were prepared for the Seminary?
What about the Industries of early Cape Breton?
The schools in Big Pond (N.S.) were attended by sixty pupils in 1862.
From Big Pond (N.S.) they came to Sydney (N.S.) Academy for grade ten.
Was East Bay the first parish
Briefly discuss Parish activities?
Tell us about the Protestant settlers...
How did the four Seminarians travel to Rome?
Was there much traffic on the Bras D'or Lakes in those days?
Would you care to speak about the Mi'kmaq?
Where did the early people get the animals - horses, cows, sheep, etc.
What about food - ammunition?
Ceilidh in those days was most enjoyable...
What do you believe of the Bocain
Do you remember any of the remedies early settlers used

Eskasoni Band Council
CA BI 94-1350-25865 · Item · 1994

Item is a photograph of the Eskasoni Band Council.

Prendergast, Paul
Item · 1976?

Item is an original report describing Eskasoni's local utilities, water system, garbage removal, electricity, heat, housing, community organizations, recreational facilities, employment, and natural resources. Report was prepared for the Eskasoni Band Economic Development Committee. To locate this item at the Beaton Institute, use the following sequence: "Report - Micmac - Title of Item requested."

Eskasoni Holy Mountain
CA BI 96-127-26815 · Item · 1995

Item is a photograph of the top of Holy Mountain in Eskasoni, N.S. The Virgin Mary statue can be seen in the distance.

Prendergast, Paul
Eskasoni: Holy Mountain
CA BI 94-1351-25866 · Item · 1994

Item is a photograph of Eskasoni, N.S. viewed from the top of Holy Mountain.

Prendergast, Paul
Eskasoni Monuments
CA BI 96-128-26816 · Item · 1995

Item is a photograph of a Shrine in Eskasoni.

Eskasoni Shrine
CA BI 96-433-27121 · Item · 1995

Item is a photograph of a shrine in Eskasoni, N.S.

Prendergast, Paul
CA BI 94-1352-25867 · Item · 1994

Item is a photograph of the Virgin Mary statue on Holy Mountain in Eskasoni, N.S.

Prendergast, Paul
Eskasoni War Monument
CA BI 96-129-26817 · Item · 1995

Item is a photograph of the War Monument in Eskasoni, N.S.

Prendergast, Paul
Essays of Eskasoni
Item · 1967

Item is an original paper which consists of a history of the Eskasoni Reserve; mentions schools, population, religion, sports, and social events. File also includes a photocopy of the official Reserve General Register. Tolocate this item at the Beaton Institute, use the following sequence: "Report - Micmac - Title of Item requested."

Essays of Eskasoni
Item · 1967

Item is a reproduction of a collection of essays about the history of the Eskasoni Reserve; mentions schools, population, religion, sports, and social events. File also includes a photocopy of the official Reserve General Register. To locate this item at the Beaton Institute, use the following sequence: "Report - Micmac - Title of Item requested."

CA BI FT-0001.17 · Item · 1981

File consists of an original video interview with Rita Joe on the use of herbal medicinal cures and of various Mi'kmaw cultural items such as hair ornaments, jewelry and musical instruments. Rules and significance of waltes played by Mi'kmaw women. Beaton Institute Production; 20 minutes

Item · 1993

Item is an essay prepared by William Davey for the Learned Societies Conference, Carleton University, May 30-31, 1993. To locate this item at the Beaton Institute, use the following sequence: "Report - Cape Breton Island - Title of Item requested."

CA BI PAM 3240 · Item · 1925

Item is a reproduction of the article published in the Journal of American Folklore, Apr. - Jun., 1925, vol. 38, no. 148, p. 300-315.

Folklore Medicine
CA BI T-2317 · Item · 198-

File consists of an audio recording of Maisil Donovan interviewed on Folklore Medicine (Richard MacKinnon's Folklore Class).

CA BI FT-50 · Item · 199-?

Item is a video recording which celebrates three of folk music's legends: Acadian fiddler Eddy Poirier, Cape Breton Scottish piano player Doug MacPhee, and Mi'kmaw artist and elder, Sarah Denny, and combines performances from open air concerts, old fashioned square dances and a Mi'kmaw mawiomi with the thoughts and feelings of the performers.
Eddy Poirier : fiddling from the Acadian heart --
Doug MacPhee : a legacy of music --
Sarah Denny : keeper of the culture.

CA BI T-3113 · Item · 30 Apr. 1991

File consists of an audio recording of Marshall Sr.'s funeral. Glen Billoway describes the funeral service held for Grand Chief Donald Marshall Sr.: number of people attending (1500); ceremonial dress worn; celebrants
of the funeral service and ceremonial garb worn by priests. Glen describes the event as a "coming together of native and non-native" and names local politicians, dignitaries in attendance, and talks about the colour guard supplied by the Knights of Columbus. Excerpt from the service itself as Noel Doucette, an elder, talks about his close relationship with Donald Marshall Sr. and relates an anecdote to describe the character of the late
Grand Chief. Another excerpt from the funeral service features Walter Denny Jr., quoting a letter about the Grand Chief written by his widow, Caroline. He further mentions a sealed letter from Marshall to be passed
on to the Grand Council - probably containing Marshall's recommendation for new Grand Chief. Glen talks about food served at the funeral, and closes with a violin tune written by Patricia Chafe Nauge and preformed by Winnie Chafe, "For the Love of My Father."

Gabarus
Item

Item is a report of the history of this Cape Breton fishing village and its surrounding area. Particular reference made to Mi'kmaw settlement halfway between Gabarus and Forchu known as "Indian Point." The report states
the Mi'kmaw name for Gabarus is "Gabalosk." These Mi'kmaw helped defend Louisbourg. To locate this item at the Beaton Institute, use the following sequence: "Report - Towns and Villages - Gabarus - Title of Item
requested."