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Gordon Kinsman Collection
Collection · 1929 - 1939
The collection contains 3 cm of textual records related to the fur farming industry in Nova Scotia during the 1920s and 1930s. Many items are related to H. S. Cruikshank, a taxidermist of Colchester County. Photographs show early tanneries and the logging industry in Nova Scotia. 1997.26.1 - 57
Henry S. Sutherland fonds
Fonds · 1856-1905
Fonds consists of two business ledgers created by Henry S. Sutherland to record the transactions of his logging business and his general store in Clyde River. Also contains information about his land, and legal decisions concerning his properties. In the ledger, Sutherland records election results, possibly related to his position as Justice of the Peace. Ledgers also include accounts with members of the Shelburne community, including payment for services regarding cows, hay, molasses, and digging mud. Fonds also includes receipts, fire and life insurance policies, deeds and other legal papers, and a document concerning the Township of Shelburne Assessment.
Lena Ferguson fonds
Lena Ferguson fonds
Fonds · 1974-2001
Fonds consists of approximately 137 hours of oral history interviews conducted by Lena Ferguson. Most interviewees were residents of the Eastern Shore region of Halifax County, particularly the Chezzetcook area. Interview topics include genealogy, local industries, occupations, music, shipping, community life, traditions, and folklore. In addition to interviews, the creator recorded school reunions, concerts, weddings, and church anniversaries. Several paper transcripts are included as well as scrapbooks featuring articles written by Lena and other newspaper articles regarding the Chezzetcook area. 2019.014