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CA BI MG 12.82 · Fonds · 1938-2011

This fonds consists primarily of textual records documenting the career of Dr. Robert J. Morgan. Over the span of almost five decades, Dr. Morgan held the position of historian, archivist, professor, author, and community leader. Records series documenting Morgan's early career at Xavier Junior College (1962-1966) and then as historian at Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site (1971-1976) are included as well as records connected with his time working at College of Cape Breton/University College of Cape Breton (now Cape Breton University - CBU) as professor of history and Director of the Beaton Institute. While at CBU, Dr. Morgan also held the first Dean of Research and Development position. Dr. Morgan was active in the heritage field both at a national and provincial level working with the Association of Canadian Archives (ACA) and the Council of Nova Scotia Archives (CNSA).

Other series in the fonds reflect Morgan's work with local historical societies and community organizations dedicated to the promotion and preservation of Cape Breton's built and documentary heritage. A substantial amount of research notes, index cards and manuscript drafts accompanying Morgan's publications are also included, as well as some evidence of post-retirement contract work.

Series featuring Dr. Morgan's personal and family history include a small portion of records related to Dr. Morgan's involvement with St. Anthony Daniel parish and the Diocese of Antigonish. Personal records and photographs of Dr. Morgan's wife, Barbara Ann Morgan (nee MacKinnon) and her parents (Justice A.H. MacKinnon and Annie MacKinnon nee Ryan) are also found in the collection. Dr. Morgan's love for gardening and botany are represented as well.

A small amount of artifacts including awards and family memorabilia are also included.

Morgan, Robert James
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.

CA BI MG 12.82-A-MG 12.82 A.28 · File · 12 Apr. 1980
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of a paper delivered to the graduating class of St. Rita's Hospital on July 26th, 1979 and a paper delivered at the V.O.N. anniversary banquet on April 12th, 1980.

CA BI MG 12.82-A-MG 12.82 A.46 · File · 18 Nov. 1988
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of a talk given to the Highland Village Society by Dr. Morgan on November 18th, 1988 and includes a history of the Highland Village as well as reflections on heritage and culture.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Teaching and Research
CA BI MG 12.82-MG 12.82 B · Series
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

Series consists of research files and course preparation for various history lectures and presentations related to Dr. Morgan's teaching career. Some of these files include training sessions provided to interpretive staff at the Fortress of Louisbourg, as well course content for his College of Cape Breton / University College of Cape Breton (now Cape Breton University) classes. Photographs included in the files were used as illustrations during the course delivery.

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.

CA BI MG 12.82-MG 12.82 B-MG 12.82 B.16 · File · 1996
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of research notes, articles, copied archival documents related to the history of the Dominion Iron and Steel Corporation (DISCO) and the Dominion Coal Company.

Kavanagh, Laurence
CA BI MG 12.82-MG 12.82 B-MG 12.82 B.34 · File · 1986
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of French and English copies of a biography of Laurence Kavanagh, several detailing Dr. Morgan's correspondence with the Dictionary of Canadian Biography including hand-written notes.

Campbell, William
CA BI MG 12.82-MG 12.82 B-MG 12.82 B.40 · File · 1986
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

File consists of drafts, notes and correspondence related to Dr. Morgan's work for the Dictionary of Canadian Biography related to the entry for William Campbell. Editorial notes included.

Poem by Ross Louis
CA BI MG 12.82-MG 12.82 C-MG 12.82 C1 · Item
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

Poem by Ross Louis presented to Dr. Morgan on the occasion of his full professorship at the University College of Cape Breton.

News Clippings
CA BI MG 12.82-MG 12.82 H · Series
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

Series consists of newspaper clippings related to Dr. Morgan's research interests, publications, committee work and community outreach. Primarily focused on Cape Breton related topics.

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.

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.

Shaw Report
CA BI MG 12.82-MG 12.82 I-MG 12.82 I.02 · Item · 1992
Part of Dr. Robert James Morgan fonds

Makes reference to the Shaw report which examines the future of U.C.C.B in 1992