VMM Archives collection [multiple media] / Maritime Museum

COLLECTION NUMBER VMM02

DATE(S) 1828-2017; predominately 1898-1960

PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION 2 m of textual records and graphic material, 16 audio cassette tapes

ADMINISTRATIVE HISTORY / BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH

The Vancouver Maritime Museum joined the Archives Association of (AABC) in 2003. In 2004 the Archives was officially named after Leonard G. McCann, Curator Emeritus of the Vancouver Maritime Museum. Mr. McCann joined the Museum in the early 1960s and worked tirelessly until his retirement in 1992. He passed away in 2015. The archival collection has since grown to include several fonds from marine historians and ship’s captains, ships drawings, plans, log books, and other records.

SCOPE & CONTENT

The Vancouver Maritime Museum (VMM) Archives collection consists of archival records donated to the Vancouver Maritime Museum from a wide variety of sources over a period of sixty years since the museum opened. Some of the archival records were originally processed and filed as the Library "ephemera" collection. They have since been removed from the Library database and processed as part of this collection.

The collection consists of correspondence; merchant service and naval certificates; reports and research notes; journals, diaries and logbooks; ledgers; vessel construction plans; photographs and negatives; newsletters, and oral histories recorded on DVD’s and audiocassette tapes. The collection also consists of small collections that were not large enough to be their own stand-alone collections.

The collection has been arranged into 16 series, primarily based on record types.

ARRANGEMENT Arrangement created by the Archivist as original order was unknown.

LANGUAGES English

RELATED MATERIALS

Please refer to the finding aids for other fonds/collections processed by the Vancouver Maritime Museum Archives. For specific records related to the Arctic or the St. Roch, please refer to the "St. Roch Research Collection".

RESTRICTIONS Reproductions: Copyright of materials varies. Please contact Archivist for more information. Access: Consult with Archivist for access to materials. Some records are in fragile condition and require specialized handling.

Collection Contents VMM Archives collection

The Vancouver Maritime Museum (VMM) Archives collection consists of archival records donated to the Vancouver Maritime Museum from a wide variety of sources over a period of sixty years since the museum opened. Some of the archival records were originally processed and filed as the Library "ephemera" collection. They have since been removed from the Library database and processed as part of this collection.

The collection consists of correspondence; merchant service and naval certificates; reports and research notes; journals, diaries and

Page 1 of 26 logbooks; ledgers; vessel construction plans; photographs and negatives; newsletters, and oral histories recorded on DVD’s and audiocassette tapes. The collection also consists of small collections that were not large enough to be their own stand-alone collections.

The collection has been arranged into 16 series, primarily based on record types.

Series 1: Audiovisual (27 records)

Series consists of audiovisual materials including oral histories, audio walking tours of past exhibits and other interviews. Primarily on audio-cassette.

Arctic argonauts VMM radio interviews (various) Vic Griffin - Coal Harbour reminiscences [oral history] Captain Vancouver's discovery [walking tour audio], copy 1 Captain Vancouver's discovery [walking tour audio], copy 2 Carpathia to the rescue Coal Harbour old timers get together at the Bayshore Vancouver Maritime Museum and Kits Point Residents Association [radio interview] Vancouver Maritime Museum and Kits Point residents at odds with each other [radio interview] Vancouver's maritime history [walking tour audio] Presentation of vessel "Antic" to VMM by Irene Hoffar Reid Olavi Anderson interview [oral history] Leonard McCann interview by Syd Heal VMM radio spots Doug Allen, personal history [oral history] Cyril Andrews interview by Len McCann [oral history] Canadian Pacific Empress exhibit [walking tour audio] C.H. Hudson interview, part 2 [oral history] C.H. Hudson interview, part 1 [oral history] CKNW VMM news spots & CBC Radio news A country without roadways Pat Hunt & Henry Larsen interviews [oral history] Through the North-West Passage 1940-1942 St. Roch sails south St. Roch arrival [in Vancouver] Pat Hunt interview Henry Larsen reminiscences

Series 2: Personal papers (6 records)

Series consists of multiple collections of documents, primarily in the form of files and discrete items, from various sources. These collections (or individual items) were deemed too small to create their own fonds.

Across the western ocean : the diary of a passage in an old clipper ship Edwin John Walkinshaw diary on Marion Josiah L.G. Iorns A.B. H.M.S. Illustrious Transcript and notes for "The sea, the ship and the sailor" Certificate of competency as Extra Master to Samuel Robinson Docket for Walter Smart, crew member of Malahat

Certificate of discharge and landing permits for Frank Sully

File consists of an identity certificate, Certificate of Discharge and Crewman's Landing Permit

Robert Thomas Harrah papers

Material relates to Harrah's service aboard numerous ships and tugs. Includes discharge papers for SS Canadian Observer, SS Canadian Highlander, Prince Henry, SS Canadian Freighter, and others. Also includes his Master's

Page 2 of 26 certificate, 1933, and pilots licence, 1953.

John Dixon papers

File consists of correspondence and newspapers between Ian Malcolm "Jack" MacKinnon (Uncle Jack) and John Dixon. Ian was born in 1904 and died on May 4, 1980, shortly after this correspondence. Subject matters include family history, travels in the arctic and information about the travels of the Lady Kindersley.

Arthur Neyle Edwards chart collection (15 records)

Collection consists of Neyle's Master's certificate, as well as the charts he kept as navigation tools and the wooden box the charts were stored in.

Certificate of Competency as Master for Arthur Neyle Edwards Cape Caution to Port Simpson - southern portion Fraser River and Burrard Inlet Discovery Passage and Adjacent Waters including Toba, Bute, and Loughborough Inlets Queen Charlotte Islands [Haida Gwaii] - southern portion Fraser R. to N.E.Pt. of Texada I, including Howe Sound and Jervis Inlet. Toba, Bute, and Loughborough Inlets and Adjacent Channels Haro and Rosario Straits Burrard Inlet Fraser R, to N.E.Pt. of Texada Island including Howe Sound and Jervis Inlet Lasqueti I, Tucker Bay Howe Sound Cape Caution to Port Simpson including Hecate Strait and part of Queen Charlotte Islands [Haida Gwaii] N.E. Pt. of Texada Island to Johnstone Strait Johnstone & Broughton Straits and Queen Charlotte Sound with Knight Inlet & Adjacent Channels

James L.R. Large photographs

Consists of WWII air photographs from Operations and Intelligence section of a Western air Command. R.C.A.F. stamped on the back of many of these, as well as "secret". Many shots are of submersibles and air attacks.

Photographs of particular ships have been transferred to the Ships Files in the VMM Photograph Collection (VMM48).

Fred & Henry Johnson papers

Consists of one soft-covered, hand-written exercise book containing a journal kept by Fred and/or Harry Johnson while on board Belgravia and/or Belgic. One, or both of them were pharmacist assistants. Also contains 5 hand-written pages entitled "homeward bound after many years", a hand-written reference for F.E. Johnson, Oct. 1885, by L.r. Huxtable; a hand-written letter of appreciation by commette on Belgravia, May 1884; a typed letter, 1907, announcing the take-over of Chemical Works by Chilvers Johnson & Co.; a wireless press issued on board C.P.R.'s Montcalm, April 27, 1922, and a book "List of Officers and Fellows of the Chemical Society", 1907.

Roy Clark papers

File contains a letter on Vivian Engine Works Limited stationery and addressed to Mr. Roy Clark. The letter confirms a wage increase for Mr. Clark.

Nora Coates documents and maps

File consists of documents regarding the salvage of the SS Troilus (1938) accompanied by 2 photographs of the vessel. Also included are an 8x10" photograph of a John Horton painting with accompanying letter and 7 maps of coast B.C. dating from 1920-1931, covering: Bella Coola, Vancouver Island (Southerly portion), Vancouver Island (Northerly portion), Grenville Channel, Queen Charlotte Islands (Haida Gwaii), Powell Lake, and the Lower Fraser Valley.

William H. Wilkinson papers

File consists of:

Page 3 of 26 1 British war medal ribbon envelope for the mercantile marine 1 immigration identification card for William Wilkinson (1924) 1 mercantile marine war medal envelope 1 USA alien seaman's identification card complete with photograph (1920) 1 immigration identification card for Louisa Wilkinson (1924) 1 British mercantile marine identity and service certificate complete with photograph (1919) 1 certificate of competency as first class master (1909) 1 ordinary apprentice's indenture (1900) 1 certificate of competency as master for foreign-going (1912)

James Wallace papers

File consists of:

1 certificate of discharge from the vessel Hawthornbank (1892) 1 certificate of discharge from the vessel Oakbank (1893) 1 letter of reference stating James Wallace worked as the sailmaker on the Oakbank (1893) 1 letter of reference stating James Wallace worked as the sailmaker on the Hawthornbank (1892) 1 letter of reference stating James Wallace was an apprentice sailmaker with Black Renton & Co. (1893)

Captain Andrew Sinclair maritime service records

File consists of:

4 pocket diaries 2 notebooks 1 pilot's license 1 book of tide tables for Prince Rupert 9 pilotage cards (1 filled out) 4 trial trip pass cards for Fort St. Nicolas, Fort Sakisdac, Acheres, Princeton Park, and Alexander Mackenzie 1 Notice to Mariners (with annotations on the verso) 1 sheet of paper with the approximate distances of pilotage to Kitimat 1 copy of photos of "Pliots of the B.C. Pilotage District 1929-1949" Various personal papers and correspondence 1 certificate of completion for Master 1 certificate for the Canadian Merchant Service Guild

Daybook of M. Hill, 2nd Officer of S.S. City of Vancouver

File consists of 1 handwritten daybook kept by M. Hill, 2nd Officer of SS City of Vancouver.

Bud Fraser maritime photographs & deckhand ID card

File consists of 1 Deckhand ID card (previous water damage so ink details are faded, but photograph on front is okay), 38 b&w photos of unidentified tugboats/vessels.

Note: 24 photos contained identifiable vessel names so they have been labelled with the accession number and added to the larger VMM photo collection.

Trevor W. Bridges "Over the Horizons: An Original Autobiography", vol. 1

File consists of 1 typed autobiography, vol. 1. Includes original photographs.

Trevor W. Bridges "Over the Horizons: An Original Autobiography", vol. 2

File consists of 1 typed autobiography, vol. 2. Includes original photographs.

Trevor W. Bridges - appointment certificate as Lt. Commander R.C.N.R.

Item is a certificate issued to Trevor Whitla Bridges, issued by the Department of National Defense and signed by the Rear-Admiral, Chief of Naval Staff. This certificate appoints Bridges as Lieutenant Commander, R.C.N.R (Temporary)

Page 4 of 26 on the Naden.

Annabelle Watts papers

File consists of:

1 double-sided hand typed letter, dated January 1, 1919 (original) 1 CD of images of Annabelle Watts 4 pages of ephemeral genealogical history (printed from internet) related to Annabelle Watts

Leonard Hamilton Johnston papers

File consists of a certificate certifying Captain Leonard Hamilton Johnston as a member of the Honourable Company of Master Mariners and one receipt for membership subscription.

Thomas Osborne maritime records and personal papers

Records consist of the maritime service records of Thomas Osborne including two Seamans Identity Certificates, one Immigration deportation order, an account of wages while onboard the SS Waikawa, postcards from various locations, correspondence with his wife while away at sea (mostly postcards), and photographs from Alaska and various destinations in the Pacific. Also included is paperwork dated 1937-1940 for Benjamin J. Codville, relationship to Thomas Osborne unknown.

Joseph Henry Turpin collection

Writing box, records and photographs originally belonging to Joseph Henry Turpin who served in the Royal Canadian Navy during WWI on the HMCS Rainbow. Photographs depict Joseph Turpin and other crew members of HMCS Rainbow. Also included are Joseph Turpin's Service Certificate from the Royal Canadian Naval Volunteer Reserve.

Empress of India saloon passenger list

The booklet lists the passengers travelling from Vancouver, BC to Hong Kong, departing on August 22, 1914. Booklet also contains brief information about ship facilities and services as well as general information about Japan.

Empress of India menu and dance card (2 records)

The menu is for the Christmas dinner, Sunday, December 23, 1906 held on board the Empress of India. Includes signatures of other table guests. Also included is a dance card listing the order of dances and blank spaces for the names of dance partners to be entered.

Empress of India dance card Empress of India Christmas dinner menu

Earl M. Campbell maritime employment records (3 records)

Records include:

Certificate of Dischage; Empress of India (December 10, 1910 - March 3, 1911) Account of Wages; Empress of India (December 27, 1910 - March 3, 1911) 2 cards for Empress of India with list of crew assignments on board the vessel, titled "voyage 100"

Account of wages - Empress of India Certificate of discharge - Empress of India Crew instructions in case of emergency - Empress of India

Union Company stock certificate

Texaco Cruising Chart, no. 11 "Pacific Coast, Juan De Fuca Strait to Dixon Entrance"

C.E. Jeffrey Collection - Henry Larsen records and photos (1 record)

Records were compiled by C. E. Jeffrey who was a friend of Henry Larsen through their Masonic Lodge connection.

Page 5 of 26 Records include 11 b&w photographs (mainly of the St. Roch in the Arctic), Christmas cards sent by Larsen to Jeffrey, a 3 page handwritten letter from Larsen (written at Cambridge Bay while wintered in on the St. Roch, "Christmas Eve, [194-]"), an invitation for Gordon Henry Larsen's wedding, invitation to the dedication and opening of the St. Roch National Historic Site at the Vancouver Maritime Museum (June 23, 1966), 2 programs from the dedication ceremony on June 23, 1966, and the publication "The Northwest Passage, 1940-1942 and 1944" as published by the Vancouver City Archives in 1948.

Merry Christmas from Henry

C.E. Jeffrey Collection - Henry Larsen newspaper clippings

Records were compiled by C.E. Jeffrey who was a friend of Henry Larsen through their Masonic Lodge connection. Records include newspaper clippings from various newspapers on Henry Larsen, travels of the St. Roch and obituary notices about Larsen's death as collected by C.E. Jeffrey.

St. Roch sketches, calendar, newspaper clipping

File consists of one 1945 St. Roch calendar, one newspaper clipping "Back in Home Port From Top of World" [no date, likely Vancouver Sun], two graphite sketches of St. Roch in ice, used for painting, and one 8 x 10" photograph of St. Roch docked in Vancouver Harbour [194-]. St. Roch photograph is labelled as "John Roberts Collection", LM2012.019.

J. Auld Collection - Henry Larsen records and St. Roch photographs (2 records)

File consists of 1 handwritten letter from H. Larsen to Mr. J.W. Auld (November 20, 1935), 1 slide depicting the St. Roch in the Vancouver Maritime Museum drydock (1950s), 3 newspaper clippings about the St. Roch (1954-2000), 24 b&w prints depicting Henry Larsen, the St. Roch crew and the Arctic (1930s).

Letter from H. Larsen to Mr. J.W. Auld St. Roch in the ice

P. Mitchell Collection - "Empress of " menus and programmes

Collection contains three shipboard menus; 2 entertainment programs; empty "Canadian Pacific Steamships Ticket, Passport, Baggage Labels & Tags" envelope; 1 b&w photo labelled as "Captain, Empress of Scotland" (June 1956).

Beverley Sharp collection

File folder containing "Snaps and Scraps: My Life in the Navy". Item is a blank scrapbook that could be purchase by naval crew, circa 1942.

Beverley Sharp collection

File folder containing four (4) nautical wall charts:

Chart no. 1 "Sailing Terms: The Correct Expressions for Every Conceivable Point of Sailing"; Chart no. 2 "Parts of a Boat: Constructional Details of Various Builds"; Chart no. 3 "Sails, Rigging and Rigs: Details of Spars, Sails and Gear"; Chart no. 4 "Boat Manoeuvring: The ABC of Seamanship in a Rowing or Power Boat".

Posters published by Brown, Son & Ferguson, Ltd., Nautical Publishers, , [no date].

Beverley Sharp collection - Captain Cook ephemera

File folder containing four (4) brochure publications related to Captain James Cook.

Titles include:

"The Adventures of Captain Cook: Told on a dramatic 33 1/3 rpm record & an exciting book" (in sealed package) "A Sourvenir of a Voyage of Discovery: Captain Cook's Treasure Chest"; produced by CP Rail for the Diamond Jubilee 1903-1978 (in sealed package, also contains 33 1/3 rpm record)

Page 6 of 26 "Captain James Cook: Navigator"; produced by the National Maritime Museum (England) "Build Captain James Cook's Exploration Ship HMS Discovery: A Three Dimensional Paper Cut Out Model" (1978).

Beverley Sharp collection - cruise line identification tags

File folder containing blank (unused) cabin and baggage tags from various shipping/cruise lines including:

Princess Cruises: Island Princess (5) Princess Cruises: Pacific Princess (5) Princess Cruises: Sun Princess (1) Princess Cruises: Embarkation Card (3) P&O Orient Lines - "" baggage tag (6) P&O Orient Lines - cabin baggage tag (9)

Bill McLeod - Canada Post vessel stamps

1 set of commemorative stamps and envelope depicting the vessels Chief Justice Robinson, St. Roch, Northern Light and Labrador. Issued by Canada Post on November 15, 1978. Each colour stamp is valued at $0.14.

Albert Lang Bartley Massey collection (11 records)

Collection consists of the contents of one photograph album (photos and clippings removed for preservation, see photocopy for original orientation), documenting the trip of the Seaspan Mariner, some loose photographs relating to Albert Massey and the Seaspan Mariner, and a set of documents (mostly photocopies) and photocopied images relating to Albert Massey, his family, and his career. This collection (File 193) is housed in two folders (one hold the original photographs, one holds the documents).

The majority of the collection refers to a trip made by Arctic Transportation Ltd. (ATL) in 1973 to Tuktoyaktuk. The ATL was a consortium offering a transportation system that serviced the Western Arctic. Seaspan was a member of the consortium. Three tugs (Seaspan Commander, Seaspan Navigator, and Seaspan Mariner) towed six barges loaded with smaller river tugs and barges for use in the Mackenzie River transportation. The trip began in Vancouver, BC. The trip was coordinated with a flotilla from Arctic Marine Freighters, which also had to travel up to northern Alaska through the ice. An ice reconnaissance team surveyed the ice and reported back to the vessels. In the end, the trip was a successful and historic one.

Albert (Buster) Massey Chief Engineer Seaspan Mariner engine room Jeanne Massey Albert (Bus) Massey Tugs of Arctic Transportation Ltd. complete 3,700 mile trip towing barges to Tuktoyaktuk [copy] One room school in Morse, SK. [copy] Victoria High School grad photo [copy] Albert Massey's wedding photo [copy] Employment letter for Albert Massey Employment letter for Albert Massey Employment letter for Albert Massey

Charles Rogers - fisherman's history

File consists of one DVD compilation of 'home movies' by Charles Rogers. They are taken while working as a fisherman along the B.C. and Alaskan coast. Rogers worked for 30 years in the fishing industry, primarily fishing for halibut and herring. The DVD is 55 minutes in length, and Rogers provides the narration himself. The DVD is a copy of a VHS tape that was done by Charles Rogers in the mid-80's. It was at this time that he did the voice over.

Claude C. Harlow (1 record)

File consists of a typed log of C. C. Harlow, Steward of the B. B. Inverclyde, leaving from British Columbia en route to Cardiff Wales. July 26, 1906 to December 1906.

Page 7 of 26 Claude C. Harlow's official log of the B. B. Inverclyde

Rocky Underhill's voyage on the Leopoldville

File consists of Underhill's account of his voyage on the Leopoldville in 1940 from Scotland to Halifax. File includes 2 copies of 3 photographs from this voyage: 1) "Maxium view belock deck on the Leopoldville", 2) "Battleship 'Renown' escorted the Leopoldivlle all the way" and 3) "Stranraer Flying Boat greeted us at Halifax".

Edward Beetham papers (2 records) Certificate promoting Edward Beetham to Sub-Lieutenant Certificate promoting Edward Beetham to Lieutenant

John Casselton papers (29 records)

File consists of the personal papers of John Casselton, primarily discharge papers.

Parchment registration certificate - John Casselton Crew pass - John Casselton Account of wages for John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Certificate of discharge - John Casselton Permit to land - John Casselton U.S.A. crew landing card - John Casselton National Maritime Board employment form - John Casselton

Frank Creeden papers (1 record)

File consists of engineer examination papers for Frank Creeden.

Examination paper for Frank Creeden

Stanley Cullington papers (2 records)

File consists of papers for Stanley Cullington.

Certificate of service for Stanley Cullington Ordinary apprentice's indenture - Stanley Cullington

Frank L. Davison papers (3 records)

Page 8 of 26 File consists of papers belonging to Frank Lawrence Davison.

Certificate of discharge for F. L. Davison Certificate of discharge for F. L. Davison Certificate of competency as Master for Frank Lawrence Davison

James John Boxer Dixie papers (5 records)

File consists of papers regarding James John Boxer Dixie and his widow Louisa Jane Dixie.

See also:

M972.180.2 a-b M972.180.3 M972.180.4 M972.180.5 M972.180.6 M972.180.7 M972.180.10 M972.180.11 M972.180.12 M972.180.13 M972.180.14 M972.180.15 M972.180.16 M972.180.17 M972.180.19 M972.180.20 M972.180.21 M972.180.22 M972.180.23 M972.180.25

Birth certificate for James Dixie Certificate of discharge - James Dixie Appointment of administrator to James Dixie's estate Funeral expenses for James Dixie Immigration identification card

Kenneth Erickson papers (3 records)

File consists of medical and other records relating to Kennith Erickson's time as an ordinary seaman on board the Orion.

Statement of earnings for Kenneth Erickson Medical certificate for Kenneth Erickson Swedish departure book for Kenneth Erickson

Reginald Byford Hall papers (11 records)

File consists of 11 documents relating to Reginald Byford Hall's service with the .

Certificate of completion of gunnery and torpedo courses - Reginald Byford Hall Certificate promoting Reginald Byford Hall to Sub-Lieutenant Royal Naval Reserve Executive Officer's training certificate book - Reginald Byford Hall Certificate of 12 months' training or service in the Royal Navy - Reginald Byford Hall Correspondence to Reginald Byford Hall in regards to his promotion Correspondence to Reginald Byford Hall RE: appointment to the "Cyclops" Correspondence to Reginald Byford Hall RE: appointment to the "Excellent" Correspondence from Commander R. White

Page 9 of 26 Certificate of demobilization - Reginald Byford Hall Correspondence from the Admiralty RE: Hall's salary appeal Certificate of service

Ingval John Johnsen papers (13 records)

File consists of documents related to the maritime career of Ingval John Johnsen.

Certificate of competency for I. J. Johnsen Statement of service for I. J. Johnsen Certificate of service for J. Johnsen Certificate of service for J. Johnsen Certificate of service for John Johnsen Letter to I. J. Johnsen Life membership card for National Association of Marine Engineers National Association of Maritime Engineer dues book Statement of service for J. Johnsen Statement of service for J. Johnsen Statement of service for J. Johnsen Statement of service for J. Johnsen Statement of service for J. Johnsen

Alexander Forbes Mackenzie papers (10 records)

File consists of a collection of papers relating to the career of Alexander Forbes Mackenzie. File also includes a small packet of photographs and a card. Each photo and card has been described at the item level.

Letter to Alexander Forbes Mackenzie Apprentice's indenture for Alexander Forbes Mackenzie Certificate of character for Alexander Forbes Mackenzie Letter of appointment for Alexander Forbes Mackenzie Safe conduct papers for Alexander Forbes Mackenzie Alexander Mackenzie and family Discharge certificate for Alexander Forbes Mackenzie Unidentified sailor Alexander MacKenzie Fifth reunion dinner

Robert Mankin papers (28 records)

File consists of papers (primarily certificates of discharge) for Robert Mankin.

Certificate of competency as Second Mate for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin

Page 10 of 26 Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Certificate of discharge for Robert Mankin Record of service for Robert Mankin

Harry Morris Mann papers (11 records)

File consist of personal papers belonging to Harry Morris Mann, primarily dealing with his service in the Royal Navy.

Certificate of competency as Master for Harry Morris Mann Incoming correspondence addressed to Sub-Lieutenant Harry M. Mann Certificate of recognition of distinguished service Certificate of appointment to Sub-Lieutenant in the Royal Naval Reserve Proclamation of Banns and certificate of Marriage Second supplement to The London Gazette Incoming correspondence for H. M. Mann from the Admiralty Continuous certificate of discharge booklet for Harry Morris Mann Certificate for wounds and hurts - Harry Morris Mann Extract of an entry in a register of marriages Application for Harbour Master from Harry Morris Mann

Ernest McLeod papers (16 records)

File consists of reference letters, certificates, and other papers relating to the career of Ernest McLeod.

Letter addressed to Ernest McLeod Reference letter for Ernest McLeod Statement of service for Ernest McLeod Certificate of service for Ernest McLeod Apprentice indenture agreement for Ernest McLeod Certificate of discharge for Ernest McLeod Certificate of discharge for Ernest McLeod Certificate of discharge for Ernest McLeod Certificate of discharge for Ernest McLeod Service statement for Ernest McLeod Service statement for Ernest McLeod Letter addressed to Ernest McLeod Continuous certificate of discharge for Ernest McLeod Statement of service for Ernest McLeod Service statement for Ernest McLeod Certificate of discharge for Ernest McLeod

Richard Mullings papers (1 record)

File consists of papers belonging to Richard Joseph Mullings (b. 1931). This includes one permit and one continuous certificate of discharge from such vessels as Princess of Nanaimo, Princess Joan, and Princess Elizabeth.

Seafarer's International Union of North America permit

Ed Pearson papers (2 records)

File consists of papers belonging to Ed Pearson.

Page 11 of 26 Account of wages for E. Pearson Discharge certificate for Ed Pearson

Thomas Purvis papers (5 records)

File consists of personal papers belonging to Thomas Purvis.

Birth certificate for Hilda Bell Birth certificate for Thomas Purvis Certificate of discharge for Thomas Purvis Continuous certificate of discharge booklet for Thomas Purvis Marriage certificate for Thomas Purvis and Hilda Potts

George Simson papers (2 records)

File consists of two documents belonging to George Simson.

Contract for the purchase of a salmon gill net Commercial fishery license for salmon trolling

Matthew Hall Smith papers (16 records)

File consists of personal papers belonging to Matthew Hall Smith, primarily discharge certificates.

Certificate of discharge for Matthew Hall Smith Certificate of discharge for Matthew Hall Smith Certificate of discharge for Matthew Hall Smith Certificate of discharge for Matthew Hall Smith Certificate of discharge for Matthew Hall Smith Certificate of discharge for Matthew Hall Smith Certificate of discharge for Matthew Hall Smith Passport for Matthew Hall Smith Certificate of discharge for Matthew Hall Smith Certificate of discharge for Matthew Hall Smith Certificate of discharge for Matthew Hall Smith Certificate of discharge for Matthew Hall Smith Certificate of discharge for Matthew Hall Smith Certificate of discharge for Matthew Hall Smith Matthew Hall Smith's identification card Matthew Hall Smith's identification card

William Smith papers (24 records)

File consists of personal papers, primarily certificates of discharge, for William Smith.

Certificate of service for William Smith Certificate of character and discharge for William Smith Certificate of character and discharge for William Smith Certificate of character and discharge for William Smith Letter for reference for William Smith Certificate of character and discharge for William Smith Certificate of character and discharge for William Smith Certificate of character and discharge for William Smith Certificate of character and discharge for William Smith Certificate of character and discharge for William Smith Certificate of character and discharge for William Smith Certificate of character and discharge for William Smith Certificate of character and discharge for William Smith Certificate of character and discharge for William Smith Certificate of character and discharge for William Smith

Page 12 of 26 Certificate of character and discharge for William Smith Certificate of character and discharge for William Smith Certificate of character and discharge for William Smith Certificate of character and discharge for William Smith Certificate of character and discharge for William Smith Certificate of character and discharge for William Smith Certificate of character and discharge for William Smith Certificate of character and discharge for William Smith Continuous certificate of discharge for William Smith

Henry Newcomb Trueman papers (12 records)

File consists of personal papers belonging to Henry Newcomb Trueman, primarily appointment books.

Certificate of service for H. N. Trueman Certificate of competency as Master for H. N. Trueman Declaration of age for Henry Newcomb Trueman Appointment book for Captain H. N. Trueman Appointment book for Captain H. N. Trueman Appointment book for Captain H. N. Trueman Appointment book for Captain H. N. Trueman Appointment book for Captain H. N. Trueman Appointment book for Captain H. N. Trueman Letter of proof of service for H. N. Trueman Certificate of service for H. Trueman Report outwards coastwise for the "Thames"

Gwilym Arthur Williams papers (8 records)

File consists of personal papers belonging to G.A. Williams, primarily certificates of discharge.

Certificate of discharge for G. A. Williams Discharge certificate for Gwilym Arthur Williams Certificate of discharge for Gwilym A. Williams Certificate of good conduct for Gwilym A. Williams Certificate of service for Gwilym Arthur Williams Certificate of discharge for G. A. Williams Certificate of good conduct for Gwilym A. Williams Certificate of discharge for Gwilym A. Williams

Kenneth Oldfield papers (4 records)

File consists of personal papers belonging to Kenneth Oldfield.

Continuous certificate of discharge booklet for Kenneth Oldfield Parchment registration certificate Certificate issued with War Service Badge Certificate issued with War Service Badge

H.A. Bayfield family papers

File consists of the remnants of a photographs album (pages removed, images still glued to pages) from the Bayfield family. It mainly includes images of Henry Bayfield, various vessels and dredges, as well as family photographs. Album also includes cards, business cards, newspaper clippings, drawings and other documents. File also includes correspondence and employment references.

Muriel Bennett papers

File consists of materials once belonging to Muriel Bennett (April 25, 1911 - July 16, 1996). This includes 14 b&w photographs concerning Wrens training in Galt and Ste. Hyacinthe and service in Halifax, two medals, one WRCNS

Page 13 of 26 pin, one blank pin (possibly missing a piece), and one booklet titled, "Information regarding mounting and wearing of decorations, campaign start and medals". One medal is the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal (established 1943), the other is the War Medal 1939-1945.

Vancouver ID survey H.M.S. Plumper 1860 captain's journal

File consists of one typewritten copy of the text of the Journal of Captain G.H. Richards, master of the HMS Plumper on a survey voyage of Vancouver Island in 1860. The journal includes many references and descriptions of the First Nations people and villages that they encountered and many references to names both of places and marine locations.

Journal Prob. Sub-Lieut. J.R. Cunningham R.C.N.V.R. Z Division H.M.C.S. Kings

File consists of one journal written by J.R. Cunningham while he was at HMCS Kings (University of King's College). Journal includes many inserts of relevant documents, as well as hand-written notes by Cunningham.

Alfred J.C. Robertson papers

File consists of papers relating to the life and career of Alfred Robertson. This includes a biography submitted to the museum by his son Alexander, specifications for vessels he worked on (primarily unnamed vessels designed in Vancouver), and trim and stability blueprints for Sun Shipbuilding & D.D. Co. in Chester, PA, USA.

Neil Beaton papers

File consists of papers belonging to Neil Beaton, Steward. This includes a Seaman's Record Book and Certificates of Discharge, a British passport, two membership books for the National Union of Seamen, accounts of wages, receipts, etc.

Bill White papers

File consists of materials kept by L.W. (Bill) White. Bill was on board the St. Roch in 1930 and 1934. Included in the file are two photographs: one presumably of Bill holding a fish (b&w) and one of the submersible SDL-1 (col.). Also included are newspaper clippings (original and photocopied) and an envelope labelled, "Navy cloth from Franklin expedition". Only envelopes and blank sheets of papers are inside.

Ernest Ades papers

File consists of materials kept by Ernest Ades. This includes records of naval service, membership lists for naval veterans, HMCS Vancouver related documents, 17 photographs, correspondence, a notebook and other materials.

Fred Acreman papers

File consists of one diary of Fred Acreman's time on board the HMCS Prince Robert, one newspaper clipping, and 15 photographs.

James O'Connor papers

File consists of 8 black & white photos/sepia toned prints of James O'Connor on the tug Kyuquot and onboard Baychimo while sailing in Arctic waters; 5 certificates of discharge for James O'Connor (1930s); and 1 letter from C.P.R. to James O'Connor, fireman, tug Kyuquot (1954).

Oliver C. Bray papers

File consists of two Seaman's Identity certificates (1946 & 1951), one continuous certificate of discharge, various certificates, and two manuscripts.

J.B. Brown notebook

File consists of one notebook written by Brown while on board the Conway as the deck officer.

J. Forrest papers

Page 14 of 26 File consists of Canadian Merchant Service Guild (CMSG) membership card, a copy of the CMSG constitution and by- laws, a certificate of proficiency for the Merchant Navy A/A Gunnery Course, and a menu for Christmas 1945 on board the Empire Wilson.

William Cook papers

File consists of one commercial fishing vessel license card for the Winnifred C and one certificate of service as fishing master for Cook.

Ruth Greene Bailey research papers, vol. 1

File consists of newspaper clippings, notes, and other research materials.

Ruth Greene Bailey research papers, vol. 2

File consists of a small collection of photographs (b&w).

Ruth Greene Bailey research papers, vol. 3

File consists of newspaper clippings, ephemera, notes, and other research materials.

Joseph Boucher papers, vol. 1

File consists of newspaper clippings, correspondence, notes, and other research materials.

Joseph Boucher papers, vol. 2

File consists of newspaper clippings, correspondence, notes, and other research materials.

Joseph Boucher papers, vol. 3

File consists of newspaper clippings, correspondence, notes, and other research materials.

Ralph Miller papers (3 records)

File consists of a Merchant Navy bracelet and pin, a Merchant Navy certificate, and two photographs (b&w).

Two military men Ralph Miller and unidentified man Ralph Miller Canadian Merchant Navy badge certificate

Samuel A. Conrad papers

File consists of notebooks, merchant marine identity cards, certificates of discharge, correspondence, a sketch book and other documents related to Conrad's career.

David A. McLaren papers

File consists of a merchant marine identity card, a certificate for a medical exam, and a certificate of proficiency as a watcher in radiotelegraphy.

Richard M. Hardy papers

File consists of certificates, an identification card, 1 blueprint drawing, and correspondence in the form of reference letters.

John McMaster papers

File consists of certificates and reference letters.

Joseph McMaster papers

File consists of certificates, reference letters, and receipts.

Page 15 of 26 Frederick W. Fickus log on HMS Northumberland (copy)

File consists of one photocopy of the log and one type-written transcription. This is a personal log written when Fickus was serving as an officer on board various ships of both the Channel Squadron and the Flying Squadron of the British Royal Navy. These squadrons were fleets of the new and experimental battleship design. The Channel Squadron kept a constant patrol from British waters to the coast of Spain while the Flying Squadron went around the world. HMS Northumberland was one of Fickus' postings. She was an iron-clad, 5-masted, screw steamship. The log depicts various official duties and happenings on board ship.

Henry Pybus papers

File consists of one certificate appointing Henry Pybus as Commander in the Royal Navy Reserve (including envelope with seal), photocopies of diaries and copies of reminiscences.

Arnold Toynbee memorial collection

File contains ephemera related to 20th century passenger ships. Items include a copy of the Empress of Japan plans; Cunard White Star ephemera; Queen Mary ephemera; a Union steamship day cruise brochure; and a Panama Canal booklet.

Bruce McMaster papers

File consists of materials related to the life and career of Bruce McMaster, including a Certificate of Discharge for Seamen, Tug Boat Master Certificate for Alfred Bryant Newell, Pacific Wind photographs, S.S. Prince Rupert postcards, two pilot videos, three pilot licenses, and a Steamship Master Certificate.

George Stephen Parkin papers

File consists of 30 photographic prints and postcards; one typewritten letter; one newspaper article; and a Certificate of Proficiency in Radiotelegraphy.

Series 3: Business papers (1 record) National Association of Marine Engineers of Canada minute book

Ship manifests

Subseries consists of 9 manifests from various vessels entering Vancouver Harbour. Vessels include:

TSS Coconada, 1918 Umatilla, 1918 RMS Niagara, 1915 & 1918 Empress of Japan (I), 1920 SS Prince Albert, 1915 Schooner David Evans, 1920 SS Orange River, 1915 SS Laurel Whalen, 1920

Easthope Engines

Subseries consists of ephemera and original documents from the various iterations of the Easthope Engines business.

Easthope Manufacturing Co. papers

File consists of 5 advertising cards, one sticker, two engine manufacturer's plates, 2 pamphlets, 1 advertising sheet, and 3 envelopes for price lists (empty). All material relates to Easthope Bros. Ltd. of Steveston and Vancouver.

Easthope Engines history and manuals

File consists of research materials, original catalogues, photographs of engines, and other documents.

Easthope marine engine pamphlets

Page 16 of 26 File consists of three pamphlets for Easthope engines.

British Columbia Coast Steamships

Subseries consists of records created or received by the CPR division known as the British Columbia Coast Steamships, as well as tickets from this company and others accumulated by the donor.

Operations of the British Columbia Coast Steamships

File was previously numbered by BCCS as 32349-1. Contents are listed as:

Replacement of "Princess Mary" on Powell River run. Replacement of Nootka with Island Connector Davidson Marine Freight Ltd. - Service to Westview Distribution of revenues between B.C.C.S. and Railway Griffith Steamship Co. - Barge services to and from Harmac and Watson Island.

File consists primarily of newsclippings, telegrams, reports, correspondence and other documents. File has been housed in 4 folders for preservation and access.

Canadian Pacific Railway interest in Union Steamship Co. of B.C. Limited

File was previously numbered by BCCS as 36120-3, no contents are listed. The previous file is noted as 35120-7. File consists of correspondence, reports, and indenture agreements.

Report on rebuilding Pier D, and converting Pier B-C to a deep-sea pier

File consists of a report numbered S 59-54 and created by the Department of Research. The report is based on a study by British Columbia Coast Steamship Service and is a supplement to report no. 34-54 issued in March 1954. Report was previously numbered by BCCS/CPR as 36120-1, it is possible it was originally part of this file.

Operations of British Columbia Coast Steamships - general

File was previously numbered by BCCS as 36120-1, no contents are listed. The previous files are noted as 17949-1, 32349-1, and 35120-1. A reference is also given to file 36120-3 which reads, "36120-3 C.P. Ry. interest in Union Steamships Ltd." File consists primarily of correspondence, reports, and news clippings. File has been housed in two folders for preservation and accessibility.

Coastal steamship tickets

File consists of used and sample tickets for the BC Coast Steamship division of CPR. Most tickets are not dated. Collection is stored in a binder to assist with accessibility. Includes some tickets for steamship service in Eastern Canada. Some Union Steamship tickets are also included. Also included are a selection of matchbooks (empty) from various steamship lines.

Insurance claims 1930

File consists of one ledger outlining insurance claims per CPR (BCCS) vessel. An index is included in the back of the ledger. Ledger also includes personal injury and unemployment claims (restricted).

CPR BCCS posters (20 records)

File consists 20 CPR BC Coast Steamship posters.

Excursion to Ganges Harbour A delightful day excursion from Nanaimo, B.C. to Bellingham, Wash. and return A delightful one day excursion from Nanaimo, B.C. to Bellingham, Wash. and return Special reduced fare for weekends - Nanaimo to Vancouver and return Visit Newcastle Island Saturday, August 19 one day excursion A delightful one day excursion from Nanaimo, B.C. to Bellingham, Wash. and return

Page 17 of 26 A delightful one day excursion from Nanaimo, B.C. to Bellingham, Wash. and return A delightful one day excursion from Bellingham, Wash. to Victoria, B.C. and return A delightful one day excursion from New Westminster to Newcastle Island A delightful one day excursion from Bellingham, Wash. to Victoria, B.C. and return A delightful one day excursion from Bellingham, Wash. to Victoria, B.C. and return A delightful one day excursion from Powell River to Comox and return A delightful one day excursion from Powell River to Vancouver and return A delightful one day excursion from Powell River to Vancouver and return Special week-end service Extra sailing Wednesday May 24, 1944 "Princess Elaine" A delightful one day excursion from Bellingham, Wash. to Victoria, B.C. and return A delightful one day excursion from Powell River to Vancouver and return Visit Victoria, B.C. Wednesday, July 12 special excursion Low round trip winter excursion fares to Vancouver, B.C.

National Harbours Board

Subseries consists of records created or received by the National Harbours Board, primarily photographs.

National Harbours Board (Vancouver) photographs vol. 1

File consists of photographs (b&w and col.) of the employees and police involved with the port.

National Harbours Board (Vancouver) photographs vol. 2

File consists of slides and negatives (b&w and col.) of vessels and buildings relating to the port.

National Harbours Board police week displays

File consists of photographs, 1 Ports Canada Police pamphlet, correspondence and lists relating to police week.

White Pass and Yukon Company records (1 record)

Subseries consists of correspondence, newspaper clippings, a company history, essays, certificates, and human resource records including personal injury reports from the White Pass and Yukon Company administrative records. A letter book from the company can be found in a separate folder (VMM02.03.15).

White Pass and Yukon Co. letter book

Blackmore Marine Services

Subseries consists of one file of newspaper clippings relating to Blackmore Marine vessels and one file of photographs.

File 1: Newspaper clippings and other documents

File consists of 4 newspaper clippings, 1 information sheet regarding the vessels owned by Blackmore Marine, and 1 postcard of Vancouver Harbour.

File 2: Photographs (22 records)

File consists of photographs, black and white and colour, relating to vessels owned by Blackmore Marine Services.

Granby docked Granby port side Granby port side docked Granby in marina Granby before remodeling Charter boat Alice B.

Page 18 of 26 Bob Sr. at the helm The Alice B. Alice B. underway Lady Helen II Granby trip to Gabriola Alice Ann On way to West Coast Our 1st little cabin boat Robert (Bob) Blackmore Fort Ross in the distance Fort Ross port side The infamous Fort Ross Fort Ross port bow S.S. "Surrey", New Westminster, prior to 1900, perhaps 1890s or earlier "K de K", first ferry steam across Fraser River at New Westminster Package of negative strips

Stevedoring records

Subseries consists of material related to Stevedoring and the Vancouver Stevedoring Company.

Stevedoring records vol. 1

File consists of material related to Stevedoring and the Vancouver Stevedoring Company. The file includes equipment catalogues, drawings, and regulations.

Vessels mentioned in the records:

M/V Venus Island M/S Bolinas M/S Burrard M/S Bataan M/S Bonanza M/S Buffalo Maria G. Georgilis

Stevedoring records vol. 2

File consists of material relating to Stevedoring and the Vancouver Stevedoring Company. The file includes correspondence, stow plans, parts lists, equipment manuals, drawings, and regulations.

Vessels mentioned in the records:

SS Amstelland yacht Fifer

Stevedoring records vol. 3

File consists of 10 annual calendars from the Vancouver Stevedoring Company. Many of these calendars contain prints of drawings of Vancouver port scenes by Edward Goodall.

Stevedoring records vol. 4

File consists of one Canadian Stevedoring Company Limited equipment manual. Inside the front cover is a business card for Barry M. Thrift, purchasing manager.

Department of Marine and Fisheries blank certificates

File consists of 4 blank certificates for allowing a vessel to carry passengers. One is "Form U" and one is "Form S".

Cunard Line baggage labels

Page 19 of 26 File consists of ten identical red baggage labels from the Cunard Line.

Wallace Shipyards stationary (blank)

File consists of blank copies of stationary from the Wallace Shipyards, Ltd., North Vancouver.

Gordon Hardie, engineer and shipbuilder stationary (blank)

File consists of blank copies of stationary from Gordon Hardie, Victoria, BC.

Gordon & Belyea Limited records

File consists of two photographs (b&w), a list of officers, management and salesmen (1955), one 12th annual sales meeting agenda & notebook belonging to George Stock (1957), and one booklet outlining the history of the company.

National Association of Marine Engineers of Canada pamphlets

File consists of 8 pamphlets produced by NAME including constitution and by-laws, ritual (1918), and an agreement between the B.C. Towboat Owner's Association and NAME.

Vivian Engines history and manuals

File consists of research materials, original catalogues and other documents relating to Vivian Engines.

W.R. Menchions Shipyards correspondence & papers

File consists primarily of correspondence and legal documents.

Coast Guard and Search & Rescue

File consists primarily of lists, procedures and a summary report for Operation SAR Sea Hawk. File includes:

Plan regarding waterfront fires (October 10, 1958) Air-sea rescue coordination by the Fisheries Association of B.C. (June 13, 1957) List of air-sea rescue coordinators for Prince Rupert (no date) Search summary Operation SAR Sea Hawk (November 1960) Search & rescue - FB Unimak by E.J. Johnson, Marine Adviser 5 Air Division HQ (no date) Definitions found in section 2 of the Canada Shipping Act of certain terms used in part VIII of that act (no date) Canada Shipping Act (1953)

Canadian North Pacific Fisheries Ltd. weekly whaling report

File consists of a collection of weekly reports on whale catches from various vessels including the steamers Brown, Orion, St. Lawrence, and Germania. Documents are generally in reverse chronological order. Included in the report is the catch of sperm, sulphur bottom (blue whale), fin and humpback whales, as well as the weather for each day of the week. Reports are signed by the bookkeeper and manager.

Vancouver Harbour Commission correspondence, bylaws, and reports

File consists of

the Corporation of the Harbour Commissioners of Vancouver (1917) Tariff of Cargo Rates effective 1st October, 1925 Tariff of Cargo Rates effective 1st August, 1920 Wharf tariff effective December 1st, 1920 Correspondence Clippings 1 schedule for the Princess Line (British Columbia Coast Steamship Service) Notes

Coal Harbour Club reunions vol. 1

Page 20 of 26 File consists of lists, memos, minutes, correspondence, clippings, one poster and other documents relating to the Coal Harbour Club's reunion in 1976.

Coal Harbour Club reunions vol. 2

File consists of an album/guest book from the Coal Harbour Club "Wake" reunion at the Bayshore Inn on May 11, 1979.

Robert Allan correspondence and drawings

File consists of correspondence, notes, and 9 drawings relating to projects Naval Architect Robert Allan worked on.

Thorton Grenfell correspondence and working papers

File consists of correspondence, drawings, notes, 1 notebook, and receipts relating to Mr. Grenfell's naval architect career.

Royal Vancouver Yacht Club records

File consists of:

A Royal Vancouver Yacht Club dinner menu (signed by diners), January 10, 1936 Bulletin "RVYC Prepares for Emergency", no date 1 blank log sheet titled "Naval Patrol of the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club", no date "Chart of the Royal Salut, Monday, May 29, 1938"

Series 4: Indentures (2 records) Indenture of apprenticeship for Charles William Ward Ordinary apprentice's indenture for Henry Edward Metcalf

John Martin, John White, and Edward Martin indenture agreement

Item is a deed of land between John Martin and John White & Edward Martin in the County of Halton, Province of Canada (Ontario today). A map of the location of the lot is included on the verso of the document. Seals (somewhat degraded) are also included. The deed was recorded in the Registry Office on April 5, 1856.

Series 5: Service appointments, certificates and statements (6 records) Statement of service for Lieutenant Commander W. A. Dobie Certificate of appointment to harbour pilot Letter of reference for Edward C. Bele Certificate of service for Lewis Goddard Iorns Certificate of competency as Mate for Aston Home Matthew Clark Certificate of service for J. Canelton

Certificates of competency as Master (6 records)

Subseries consists of a collection of certificates as competency as Master for various seamen.

Certificate of competency for Julius Peter Burnes Certificate of competency as Master for Charles Johnson Certificate of competency as Master for Frank Taunton Saunders Certificate of competency of Master for Charles Israel Harris Certificate of competency of Master for John Fiddes Certificate of competency as Master for William Main

Discharge certificates (6 records) Certificate of discharge and certificate of character for Andrew Taylor Certificate of discharge for [Tho Bebbington] Continuous certificate of discharge for William Hunter Discharge certificate for G. Williams Certificate of discharge

Page 21 of 26 Continuous certificate of discharge for Lorne Wilson

Certificate of service for Gordon Moorehouse

File contains a certificate of service for Gordon Moorehouse, mate on Coyle 2, with the Pacific Coyle Navigation Company.

Series 6: Longitude acts (1 record)

Series consists of a number of acts regarding the discovery of longitude. The file includes the original act (1714), "An act for providing a publick reward for such person or persons as shall discover the longitude at sea." The file also includes 14 further Longitude Acts for the years 1741, 1753, 1762, 1763, 1765 (Cap. XI), 1765 (Cap. XX), 1770, 1774, 1777, 1780, 1781, 1796, 1803 and 1806, all folio, disbound.

An act for the encouragement of John Harrison...

Series 7: Policies and instructions (3 records)

Series consists of a collection of maritime policies and instructions.

List of indicating signals for engine room Nautical policy 1841-1842 CPR tariffs

Rifle and field exercises for His Majesty's fleet

Uniform regulations for petty officers, men, & boys of the fleet, and for boys in the training ships

Uniform Regulations for Petty Officers, Men & Boys of the Fleet, and for Boys in the Training Ships. (Revised Feb. 1897) "London: Printed for Her Majesty's Stationery Office by Darling & Son, Ltd., 1, 2, 3, & 5, Great St. Thomas Apostle E. C. 1897".

Royal Canadian Mounted Police constables manuals

File consists of 3 published books: 1925, 1940, 1957.

Series 8: Fishing licenses and receipts (8 records)

Series consists of various fishing licenses issued to individuals and businesses and other records.

Sample personal commercial fishing license (issued to "Greta Garbo", 1982) Personal commercial fishing license issued to Eileen Brade Salmon fishery license issued to George Simpson Salmon fishery license issued to George Simpson J.H. Todd & Sons Ltd. fish invoice Salmon fishery license M. Wine angler's license Kingcome Packers Limited fish collector's tally book

Salmon shipping bills of lading

File consists of four bills of lading and receipts for shipping salmon. Records are from various companies.

Series 9: Charts & architectural drawings (4 records)

Series consists of charts and architectural and technical drawings donated to the museum.

Wind chart for South America and West Africa Plan for the Sea Lamp Book of plans used in case between the Province of B.C. and the Canadian Pacific Railway Co. Steamship track chart

Page 22 of 26 Series 10: Visual art, posters & photographs (1 record)

Series consists of materials based on visual art, which includes posters, drawings, sketches and photographs.

Etched drawing "Sailors"

Robert Shaw photograph collection

Collection includes 3 newspaper clippings and one magazine article about Canadian Airways Ltd. and their northern routes. Photographs and clippings of airline and northern communities, including photos of Ft. Chipewyan, Ft. McMurray, Cambridge Bay, and Yellowknife. The vessels Audrey B, Nigalik, and St. Roch are depicted, as well as one photograph of Const. J. Welsh, of St. Roch.

Photographs of members from the HMCS Naden and Alliford Bay salvage operation

File consists of 66 photographs, many of which pertain to the salvage operations for an RCAF plane crash during dive- bombing practice at Alliford Bay in July 1940, during World War II. File also includes photographs of the members from HMCS Naden. Also included is a copy article explaining RCAF crash.

Scapa Flow and Prince Rupert/Prince John collision materials

File consists of a 15 photograph souvenir set titled, "A Souvenir Set of Photographs of the Sinking of the German Ships at Scapa Flow on June 21st, 1919"; 1 photograph of the collision between the Prince Rupert and Prince John and an article clipping and photocopy of an article on the collision.

Gulf Lines posters (5 records)

File consists of five posters from the Gulf Lines Ltd., a subsidiary of Union Steamships.

Go by Gulf Go by Gulf Go by Gulf Go by Gulf Year round daily passenger & express service to

Charles Frederick Bailey collection (15 records)

File consists of primarily photographs, negatives and slides. Included in the file are letters written from Thomas Sweetapple to Freda and photocopies of the BC Fire Underwriters' Association Fish Cannery Survey documents. Some of the canneries mentioned are Margaret Bay, Tallheo, Alert Bay, Bones Bay and Butedale.

View of the water and mountains Tallheo cannery dock Tallheo cannery Bella Coola, BC Tallheo cannery, Bella Coola, B.C. Butedale View from Northland Prince Alert Bay Namu Butedale Northland Prince Butedale Prince Rupert View of Northland Prince unloading car Margaret Bay Cannery

Series 11: Ephemera (5 records) Sailing schedule - Royal Mail steamers Instructions relating to emigrant ships

Page 23 of 26 International convention for the safety of life at sea, 1948 Gibraltar garrison signal Certificate for J. H. Carlisle

Menus (2 records) Dinner menu Dinner menu

Programs (1 record) Vancouver regatta and carnival souvenir program

Vancouver's golden jubilee 1886-1936 : official pictorial souvenir programme

File consists of 1 booklet published for Vancouver's Golden Jubilee.

Royal Canadian Navy brochures

File consists of 2 pamphlets:

"The Consecration of the King's Colour to be Presented to the Royal Canadian Navy by His Majesty King George VI" at Beacon Hill Park, Victoria, BC on Tuesday, May 30, 1939 Prince Robert House Sailor's Hostel, under the auspices of the Navy League of Canada, Victoria [no date]

Royal Canadian Navy merchant ship evacuation and dispersal plan

File consists of one copy of the merchant ship evacuation and dispersal plan for major Canadian ports and inland waters.

Yokohama earthquake (3 records)

File consists of materials relating to the 1923 Yokohama earthquake, attended by the Empress of Australia.

Earthquake pictorial of Japan 1st September 1923 Earthquake pictorial edition part two Colony of Hong Kong typhoon's toll

Bank of Canada $5.00 bills depicting BCP 45

File consists of two copies of the 1979 five dollar bill displaying the BCP 45. One is a Lawson-Bouey and one is a Crow-Bouey.

George Fetherling pamphlets and brochures

8 pamphlets:

The Basque Coast of Newfoundland by Selma Huxley Barkham (1989) Arctowski: Polish Antarctic Station by Polish Academy of Sciences The Polish Antarctic Station Henryk Arctowski Pitcairn Island by David Evans (1998) A Guide to the Stanley Harbour Maritime History Trail by Graham L. Bound (1990) Stanley: Capital of the Falkland Islands by the Falkland Islands Tourist Board Stanley: A Guide for Visitors by the Falkand Islands Tourist Board A True Historie & Account of the Pyrate Captain Misson, his crew & their Colony of Libertatia founded on Peoples Rights & Liberty on the Island of Madagascar by Harry Law (1980)

Pamphlet "U 995: U-Boot Museum"

File consists of 1 booklet from the "U-Boot-Museum" on the submersible U 995, 1972.

John Clarke Flying Clipper certificate

File consists of one certificate issued to John S. Clarke for crossing the International Dateline on the vessel Flying

Page 24 of 26 Clipper.

Seagull Engines

File consists of one July 1971 Seagull engines booklet; one "24th edition" British Seagull Handbook; one "Wind Force '0'" pamphlet; and Seagull service sheets nos. 1-14 & 16, 18 & 19.

British Columbia Towboat Owners' Association

File consists of one bound copy of Memorandum of Rates.

Series 12: Legal records (1 record) List of the defense's responses RE: Tug "Commodore"

Second Narrows Bridge collapse (3 records) Testimony of John George Bruce RE: Second Narrows Bridge Testimony of Bernard Leek Johnson RE: Second Narrows Bridge Questions to be put to expert witnesses RE: Second Narrows Bridge

Series 13: Newspapers (1 record)

Series consists of newspapers collected by the Vancouver Maritime Museum, largely because of the content of specific issues.

The Caledonian Mercury, no. 10, 821

Vancouver Province newspaper clipping: St. Roch

File consists of one page from the Vancouver Province newspaper with two articles documenting the arrival of St. Roch and Labrador in Vancouver, title "Ship and sail: St. Roch, Labrador reach port".

Lloyd's List newspaper

Lloyd's List is the leading daily newspaper for the maritime industry covering all sectors of the shipping world including Tankers, Containers, Ports and Dry Bulk. Historic connection to Lloyd's Register of Shipping.

Series 14: Logbooks (10 records)

Series consists of logbooks for a variety of vessels and lighthouses acquired by the Vancouver Maritime Museum.

Deck log for SS Quail Copy of logbook for the schooner E. B. Marvin A.B. Hughes journal of the proceedings of HMS Champion Buoy book 1921 Race Rocks lightstation light keeper's logbook Merry Island lightstation light keeper's logbook, 1920-1926 Merry Island lightstation light keeper's logbook, 1931-1936 Merry Island lightstation light keeper's logbook, 1936-1940 Merry Island lightstation light keeper's logbook, 1912-1914 Merry Island lightstation light keeper's logbook, 1914-1916

Series 15: Philatetic collections

Series consists of collections of stamps (philatetic collections) with maritime themes from various sources.

Ships of Canada heritage stamp collection

File consists of 1 booklet (95 pages) of stamps, published by Canada Post in 1978 with maritime (primarily ships) themes.

Canada Post & Royal Mail maritime stamps

Page 25 of 26 File consists of a selection of maritime themed stamps.

Series 16: Boggild report & photographs

Series consists of records created by Kai Boggild largely relating to the St. Roch.

K.H. Boggild - extracts from the log of the St. Roch

File consists of one copy of a bond report written by Captain K.H. Boggild titled, "Report of proceedings R.C.M.P. Schooner "St. Roch" Canadian Arctic, 1935 to 1945 (Inclusive)".

Report of the Naval Observer Western Arctic: navigation season of 1948 (1 record)

File consists of one report titled, "Report of Naval Observer Western Arctic navigation season of 1948". Report includes sketches, surveys and photographs of the Arctic.

St. Roch behind ice floes summer 1948

K.H. Boggild negatives (9 records)

File consists of negatives created by K.H. Boggild to include in his report. Numbers associated with each negative (e.g. 2-4) refer to field notes in the report.

St. Roch at Hudson's Bay post St. Roch Dog teams at Coppermine Typical husky at Coppermine St. Roch at anchor Two fifteen year old Eskimo mothers Two fifteen year old Eskimo mothers Taking sun observations Taking sun observations

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