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CA BI MG 12.82-A-MG 12.82 A.29 · File · 23 Apr. 1980
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of two copies of a speech delivered on the occasion on the 195th Anniversary of the Foundation of St. George's Parish, Sydney, Cape Breton, 1785-1980. Also included in the file is a copy of the anniversary service programme.

CA BI MG 12.82-A-MG 12.82 A.26 · File · 3 Nov. 1978
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of a paper delivered to the annual Cape Breton Lodge of Perfection (Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite) on November 3rd, 1978. Paper was also read for the 100th anniversary of the Sydney Lodge No. 84. Included in the file are programs and membership list for the lodge.

Loyalists of Cape Breton
CA BI MG 12.82-A-MG 12.82 A.40 · File · 1972
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of multiple copies of Dr. Morgan's paper about Cape Breton Loyalists. The paper was presented as "The Trials and Tribulations of the Cape Breton Loyalists" on March 24th 1983 at the University of New Brunswick. Research notes and an imprint of the article is also included in the file.

Old Sydney Society
CA BI MG 12.82-MG 12.82 H-MG 12.82 H.4 · File · 1975-2007
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of news clippings reporting on the activity of The Old Sydney Society dating back to the mid 1970s.

Fortress of Louisbourg
CA BI MG 12.82-MG 12.82 H-MG 12.82 H.5 · File · 1975-2005
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of a selection of newspaper clippings and photographs relating to the Fortress of Louisbourg, National Historic Site. File also contains a schedule for the Fortress of Louisbourg, NHS grand opening.

Sister Margaret Beaton
CA BI MG 12.82-MG 12.82 H-MG 12.82 H.7 · File · 1975
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of newspaper clippings related to the memory of Sister Margaret Beaton, founder and former Director of the Beaton Institute.

Politics
CA BI MG 12.82-MG 12.82 H-MG 12.82 H.8 · File · 1976-2007
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of newspaper clippings covering Cape Breton political events and politicians.

CA BI MG 12.82-A-MG 12.82 A.67 · File
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of a talk prepared for the N.S. Association of Garden Clubs meeting in North Sydney June 2010 and also a talk to mark the 50th anniversary of the Westmount Gardening Club on July 11 2009. Various research notes are included.

Heritage Property Act
CA BI MG 12.82-A-MG 12.82 A.44 · File · 1982
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

This file contains a talk delivered to the Glace Bay Rotary Club on Thursday March 18, 1982. The paper references local built heritage in relation to the Act.

Libraries and Archives
CA BI MG 12.82-A-MG 12.82 A.33 · File · 10 Sep. 1990
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of talks delivered to the the Atlantic Provinces Library Association at Baddeck on May 27th 1994, and another paper given by Dr. Morgan on the occasion of the Cape Breton Regional Library's 40th anniversary on September 10, 1990 as well as the 50th anniversary on October 1 2000. An additional earlier presentation is also included and was delivered at the 1980 Association of Canadian Archivist's (ACA) Conference. This paper outlines details about the status of archives in Eastern Canada.

CA BI MG 12.82-A-MG 12.82 A.70 · File · 1987
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of correspondence requesting Dr. Morgan to address the annual meeting of the Sydney Branch of the Canadian Red Cross Society, and a copy of the talk. The speech also provides a history of the Beaton Institute / Cape Bretoniana and of the North End area of Sydney.

CA BI MG 12.82-A-MG 12.82 A.69 · File · 1962 - 2001
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of talks delivered by Dr. Morgan for the dedication of Christ Church in Sydney on November 6, 1982. The file also includes an earlier talk given in Ontario in 1962 about the Hay Bay Church and an address commemorating the 100th anniversary of the founding of Christ Church on June 16 2001. A speech to mark the pilgrimage of the Bi-Centennial Cross in 1987 is also found in the file and contains a history of the St. George's Parish.

Development and Conservation
CA BI MG 12.82-A-MG 12.82 A.51 · File · 1987
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

This file consists of a presentation prepared and delivered by Dr. Morgan for a symposium about built heritage organized by the Department of Municipal Affairs in cooperation with the Department of Culture, Recreation and Fitness in March 1987.

Historical Anniversaries
CA BI MG 12.82-MG 12.82 H-MG 12.82 H.10 · File · 1975-2006
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of newspaper clippings which pertain to cultural stories from the local community as well as celebration of anniversaries of various Cape Breton communities and organizations.

Education and Art
CA BI MG 12.82-MG 12.82 H-MG 12.82 H.9 · File · 1974-2008
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of newspaper clippings documenting stories about Cape Breton arts and and education.

CA BI MG 12.82-MG 12.82 H-MG 12.82 H.1 · File · 1975-1977
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of newspaper clippings concerning various built heritage projects and local heritage preservation initiatives including the excavation under St. Patrick's Church, Louisbourg renovations and Cossitt House.

Local History and Heritage
CA BI MG 12.82-MG 12.82 H-MG 12.82 H.3 · File · 1976-2006
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of a series of newspaper clippings documenting stories about local preservation of heritage sites, museums and buildings.

CA BI MG 12.82-MG 12.82 H-MG 12.82 H.2 · File · 1976-2006
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of newspaper clippings about the Beaton Institute at Cape Breton University. Also includes articles related to Dr. Morgan's work and research while Director of the Beaton Institute.

Opening of Cossit House
CA BI MG 12.82-A-MG 12.82 A.34 · File · 21 Nov. 1991
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File includes notes pertaining to the opening of Cossit House in 1977. These appear to be Robert Morgan's notes related to the program of the day.

The Beaton Institute
CA BI MG 12.82-A-MG 12.82 A.24 · File · 22 Nov. 1979
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of a speech Dr. Morgan delivered to the Kiwanis Club of Sydney on November 22, 1979. The file also includes a paper about the resources at the Beaton Institute including materials related to labour history.

Baddeck History
CA BI MG 12.82-A-MG 12.82 A.8 · File
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of hand-written notes about the history of Baddeck and a chapter from the publication Baddeck, And That Sort of Thing.

Gaelic Language Institute
CA BI MG 12.82-A-MG 12.82 A.15 · File · May 7 2009
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of notes for a talk presented by Dr. Morgan as part of the Gaelic Language Institute held at the Highland Village on May 7 2009. There are also hand-written notes and a program included in the file.

Desbarres, J.F.W.
CA BI MG 12.82-MG 12.82 B-MG 12.82 B.1 · File · 1985
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of research related to the first Governor of Cape Breton, Joseph Frederick Wallet Desbarres.

Despard, John
CA BI MG 12.82-MG 12.82 B-MG 12.82 B.3 · File · 1982-2000
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of primarily of research related to Dr. Morgan's contribution about John Despard to the Dictionary of Canadian Biography and New Dictionary of Canadian Biography. Correspondence related to the two submissions are included in the file.

Ainslie, George Robert
CA BI MG 12.82-MG 12.82 B-MG 12.82 B.23 · File · 1986-1987
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

This file contains primarily research files related to Dr. Morgan's contribution to the Dictionary of Canadian Biography pertaining to the submission about George Robert Ainslie.

CA BI MG 12.82-MG 12.82 B-MG 12.82 B.6 · File · 2009
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of research notes and citations pertaining to the history of Wentworth Park. Dr. Morgan provided history and text for the completion of panels installed installed in Wentworth park as part of a revitalization project.