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CA BI MG 14.5 · Fonds · 1927-1938

Fonds consists of original documents describing Inverness Board of Trade proceedings from between 1927 to 1938.

Town of Dominion
CA BI MG 14.12 · Fonds · 1906-1990

Records of the Town of Dominion; includes Town Council Minutes, ledgers, school board and police reports, teachers board minutes, rate, assessment, and tax rolls, as well as electric and liquor ledgers.

CA BI MG 14.113 · Fonds · 1876 - 1962

Fonds consists of records documenting the history and operations of the North Sydney Western Union Telegraph Company. Records include an early inventory of the property from 1876, employee listings and collections, telegrams and a cash book, general history and various technical publications and sketches. The fonds also includes a significant portion of the Western Union Housing Committee minute books and property agreements.

Western Union Telegraph and Cable Company North Sydney
Hugh MacLennan fonds
CA BI MG 14.190 · Fonds · 1862-1922

Fonds consist of cash books, ledgers, account books, and day books of MacLennan's general store operation.

MacLennan, Hugh
Town of Louisbourg
CA BI MG 14.208 · Fonds · 1985-1995

Fonds consists of minutes of the town council, a town management review, and a brief on unitary government for Cape Breton County.

Town of Louisbourg
Fred G. MacDonald Fonds
CA BI MG 15.41 · Fonds · 1940-1971

Fonds consist of photocopies of the following papers by Mr. MacDonald: “Solomon Jacobs”, “Pottle’s Lake Drowning," “The Sacrament in the Early Days, 1873," “The Gammell Will Case, 1880," “The Flavin Murder 1833," “The Tragedy of the ‘Troop’, 1873," “Tale of the Bungling Hangman, 1816," “North Sydney and the Atlantic Cable [Sydney Harbour Convoys], 1940-1942. Also, textual records include, clippings and write-ups on Flora MacDonald and her father, Fred MacDonald.

Reverend P. Fiset
CA BI 76-106 · Item · ca. 1900

Item is a photograph of the Reverend P. Fiset, parish priest at Cheticamp and president of the Great Northern Mining Co. Limited.

Burrill Johnson Engine No. 2
CA BI 76-11 · Item · 190?

Item is a photograph of a steam fire engine, built around 1900 in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. This particular engine, the Burrill Johnson Engine No. 2, was purchased by the Sydney Mines Fire Department in 1908. The engine was operated by Paddy Keigan.

Ferry Wharf, Sydney
CA BI 76-25 · Item · ca. 1910

Item is a postcard of the ferry wharf located in Sydney; located near the wharf is the Cape Breton Electric Company warehouse.

Sydney's Great Fire
CA BI 76-43 · Item · 1901

Item is a photograph of a view of the ruins left by the Great Fire on the west side of Bentinck Street from Wentworth to Prince. The fire that started in a Charlotte Street shop would destroy 67 buildings, leave 31 families homeless, and cause over $500,000 in damage. The Robert Ingraham House, Dillon Dwelling, Woodill House, Rudderham House, and the Conway Building (now Ingersall Road) were all destroyed in the fire. However, the building seen on the left hand side of the photograph is still standing today, as well as the Khattar home and Khattar Law Offices.

Kelly and Dodge
Beech Hill
CA BI 76-93 · Item · ca. 1890

Item is a photograph of Rev. Bambrick, an Anglican Minister, in front of Beech Hill, the residence of the Brown family. Rev. Bambrick was a close friend to the Brown family. Beech Hill, also known as the Richard Brown House, was built in 1828 and registered as Nova Scotia Provincial Heritage Property in 1985.

Beech Hill
CA BI 76-92 · Item · ca. 1900

Item is a photograph of Beech Hills, the home built for mine manager Richard Brown in 1828.

Presbyterian Church
CA BI 77-107-241 · Item · ca. 1860

Item is a photograph of the Presbyterian Church at Indian Cove. The church was the landing location for the Prince of Wales on July 28, 1860. It was the first Presbyterian Church in Sydney Mines. The Archibald property is visible on both sides of the road.

CA BI MG 6.5 · Fonds · 1802

Fonds consists of a character reference for Hector MacNeil, one of the first Scottish settlers of Christmas Island.

MacNeil, Hector
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
Rev. Duncan Joseph Rankin
CA BI MG 6.32 · Fonds · 1911

Fonds consists of:
The 1920 petition by M.R. MacLeod to allow Gaelic to be taught in public schools.
A letter to the editor of the Casket urging readers to speak Gaelic to their children in the home.
Various writings in Gaelic, including a story attributed to Joe "Eòs a'Ghobha" MacNeil of Christmas Island, a story about a humorous trip for Boisdale to Christmas Island and a congratulatory speech for the 50th anniversary of Johnny A. and Peggy MacKinnon of Rear Iona.

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 12.198 · Fonds · 1900-2005

Fonds consists of papers that reflect Elizabeth Beaton's work at the Beaton Institute and personal academic research. The materials included cover a wide variety of topics concerning Cape Breton history, especially ethnicity. Beaton's work contains extensive research on Whitney Pier's West Indian and Ukrainian population.

Beaton, Elizabeth Dr.
Stella Mann Fonds
CA BI MG 12.224 · Fonds · 1858-1987

Fonds consists of textual records and photographs that were collected and created by the Mann familiy, including information about Gabarus residents who were involved in World War 1.

Mann, Stella
R.R. Stations
CA BI 77-109-243 · Item · 1911

Item is a photograph of a fire on the roof of the railroad station on Dodd St., Sydney.

St. Peters Canal
CA BI 77-1076-1210 · Item · ca. 1909

Item is a photograph of a ship going through St. Peters Canal.

An Unidentified Brook
CA BI 77-1077-1211 · Item · ca. 1909

Item is a photograph of an unidentified brook.

Court House, Sydney
CA BI 77-1122-1256 · Item · ca. 1927

Item is a photograph of the second court house on Charlotte Street, Sydney.

CA BI 77-113-247 · Item · ca. 1910

Item is a photograph of the ruins of the first hospital in Sydney, located on Brookland St., which was the Steel Company Emergency Hospital.

Winter Scene, King's Road
CA BI 77-1186-1320 · Item · ca. 1970

Item is a photograph of a winter scene on King's Road, Sydney.

Father Joseph Chisholm
CA BI 77-1197-1331 · Item · ca. 1900

Item is a photograph of Father Joseph Chisholm, parish priest in Grand Mira.

CA BI 77-1230-1364 · Item · 1912

Item is a photograph of the Esplanade in the south end of Sydney from the souvenir album "Souvenir of Cape Breton."

CA BI 77-1236-1370 · Item · 1912

Item is a photograph of the "new" St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church in Sydney from the souvenir album "Souvenir of Cape Breton."

CA BI 77-124-258 · Item · 1914-1918

Item is a photograph of a convoy in Sydney Harbour during the WWI, taken from the coal piers. At least two ships are visible in the harbour.

View of North Sydney
CA BI 77-1243-1377 · Item · 1912

Item is a photograph of a view of North Sydney from the pier from the souvenir album "Souvenir of Cape Breton."

CA BI 77-1244-1378 · Item · 1912

Item is a photograph of Commercial Street looking west in North Sydney from the souvenir album "Souvenir of Cape Breton."

Main Street, Glace Bay
CA BI 77-1246-1380 · Item · 1912

Item is a photograph of Main Street in Glace Bay from the souvenir album "Souvenir of Cape Breton."

CA BI 77-1250-1384 · Item · 1912

Item is a photograph of the Dominion Colliery No. 2 in Glace Bay from the souvenir album "Souvenir of Cape Breton." The colliery is seen across water.

The Sprays, Sydney Mines
CA BI 77-1254-1388 · Item · 1912

Item is a photograph of the sprays in Sydney Mines from the souvenir album "Souvenir of Cape Breton."

Mira Ferry, Mira River
CA BI 77-1255-1389 · Item · 1912

Item is a photograph of the ferry on the Mira River from the souvenir album "Souvenir of Cape Breton."

View of Whycocomagh
CA BI 77-1269-1403 · Item · 20th century

Item is a photograph of a view of Whycocomagh from the souvenir album "Nova Scotia."

Jubilee Shaft
CA BI 77-129-263 · Item · 1912

Item is a photograph of the sinking of the shaft at Jubilee Colliery.

Coal Pier, North Sydney
CA BI 77-131-265 · Item · 1902

Item is a photograph of the low coal piers in North Sydney.

Shipping Piers, Sydney
CA BI 77-1348-1482 · Item · 1870

Item is a photograph of shipping piers located on the Esplanade, Sydney.

Sydney Harbour, WWI
CA BI 77-1376-1510 · Item · ca. 1914

Item is a composite photograph of the first convoy during World War I in Sydney Harbour. More than 20 ships are visible in addition to buildings along the shore.

Baddeck
CA BI 77-1381-1521 · Item · ca. 1917

Item is a photograph of Baddeck featuring several homes, the Steamer Marion docked at a wharf, and a lighthouse.

Cape Breton County Council
CA BI 77-1335-1469 · Item · 1889

Item is a photograph of the Cape Breton County Council.

Front row, sitting left to right: Henry LeCras, County Treasurer; Neil Morrison, Dist. No. 21, Loch Lomond; Donald MacLean, Dist. No. 6, s. East Bay; Wallace Richardson, Dist. No. 1, South Bar (later Mayor of Sydney); William Buchanan, High Sheriff; Duncan M. Gillis, Dist. No. 17, Grand Mira; Charles J. Logue, Court Crier.

Middle row, standing left to right: Robert Jackson, Dist. No. 2, Ball's Creek; Alexander MacDonald, County Constable; Joseph A. Gillies, K.C., County Solicitor; Henry C.V. LeVatte, Dist. No. 6, Louisbourg; Joseph H. MacKinnon, Dist. No. 9, Boisdale; Donald McDougall, Dist. No. 5, Main-a-dieu; Norman H. McNeil, Dist. No. 3, Hillside, Mira; John A. MacDougall, Dist. No. 14, Grand Narrows; Alexander Campbell, Dist. No. 18, Shipyard; Donald Morrison, Dist. No. 15, Catalone; Angus MacDougall, Dist. No. 16, Trout Brook; Robert Anderson, Dist. No. 12, Port Morien; James Ratchford, Dist. No. 2, Low Point & Lingan; John MacDougall, County Clerk.

Back row, standing from left to right: John Hardy, Dist. No. 7, Gabarus; John MacCormack, Dist. No. 4, Little Bras d'Or & Sydney Mines; Murdock MacKenzie, Dist. No. 10, Boularderie; Henry MacDonald, Dist. No. 11, Little Glace Bay & Bridgeport; Angus Curry, Dist. No. 19, N.S. East Bay; Michael E. Gillis, Dist. No. 13, Irish Cove.

CA BI 77-1346-1480 · Item · August 26, 1873

Item is a photograph of ships on a beach after the August Gale on August 26, 1873.

Science Fair, Sydney Academy
CA BI 77-1407-1541 · Item · 1970

Item is a photograph of the Science Fair at Sydney Academy.

Hon. A.J. MacEachern, M.P.
CA BI 77-1411-1545 · Item · 1971

Item is a photograph of the Hon. A.J. MacEachern, M.P., at the Beaton Institute Archives.

Sydney Harbour
CA BI 77-1358-1492 · Item · 1840

Item is a photograph of Sydney Harbour.