The papers constitute the richest collection of documents tracing the history of the Jews in Canada from 1760 to 1850. During this period in which Sephardic Jews were dominant, the Hart family allied itself to most of the Jewish families in Canada and the United States. The fonds consists of the following series: Religion; Arts; Education in Canada; Journals; Political papers; American invasion; Medicine; Military; Social life; Family papers; Land papers; Legal papers; Financial papers; Industries; Local business; International business; Maritime affairs; Railways; House locations; and Miscellaneous.
The fonds consists of material created and kept by Harry Tanner. Much of the material that still exists was originally that of Dorothy Todd Tanner, that remained in Harry's possession when she passed away. The fonds has been divided into two series, material seemingly created and or accumulated by Harry Tanner about his life and work, and a second series of material that was maintained by Dorothy Tanner from, or about, Harry that then came to be in Harry's possession after her death.
The collection consists of postcards, photographs and a dinner menu assembled by Margaret Hutson pertaining to Harry Litchfield. Of particular note are the photographs of the Thousand Islands Railway engine and the early model automobiles.
The fonds consists of correspondence, diaries,subject files, writings, speeches and addresses, photographs, diplomas and certificates, clippings, and artifacts pertaining to the distinguished career of neurosurgeon Harry Botterell from his time in the Canadian Armed Forces through his busy retirement. Included also are several important studies relating to the Canadian penal system undertaken on behalf of the Canadian federal government.
The fonds consists of research notes, manuscripts and correspondence relating to Dr. Osser's work as a researcher in psychology, education and medicine. His research covered the the general topics of cultural beliefs of patients and doctors, comprehension of literature and mathematics, and clinical interviewing methods. Included are lecture notes, conference papers and published articles. This fonds contains the following series: Research notes (1967-1994), Manuscripts (1965-1992), Correspondence(1986-1997), and Lecture notes (1981-1987).
Fonds consists of correspondence, reports, minutes, and newsletters from Kingston Yacht Club, Agnes Etherington Gallery Association, Kingston Symphony Association, Grand Theatre Board, Art Collection Society of Kingston, Cataraqui Golf & Country Club, Kingston Arts Council, Limestone Cat Club, Kingston Community Council and Sydenham Street United Church.
Autobiography composed from May 1833 onboard Britannia en route to Kingston to 21 Nov. 1833, detailing Harriet Cartwright's upbringing and religious experiences; manuscript copy.
The fonds consists of certificates and receipts for supplies received by Harold Reid during his time in the Royal Canadian Navy in the Second World War. Includes a Sailor's Pay Book and Identity Book, a receipt for occasional supplies from the H.M.C.S. Cataraqui, course certificates for stoker rating and technical training and a certificate of service in the Royal Canadian Naval Volunteer Reserve.
