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VIAFrevised2015-09-24machineCPF merge programMerge v2.0revised2016-08-16T22:01:51machineSNAC EAC-CPF ParserBulk ingest into SNAC Databaserevised2016-08-16T22:01:51humanSystem Service (system@localhost)created2024-03-28machineSNAC EAC-CPF SerializerSNAC Identity Constellation serialized to EAC-CPFpersonBennett, R. B. (Richard Bedford), 1870-1947presumedBennett, Richard Bedford Bennett, 1st Viscount, 1870-1947presumedBennett, Richard Bedford, 1870-1947presumedBennett, RichardpresumedBennett, Richard Bedford 1870-1947 vicomtepresumedBennett, Richard B. 1870-1947presumedBennett, Viscount, 1870-1947presumedMickleham de Calgary et de Hopewell, Richard Bedford Bennett vicomte de 1870-1947presumedBennett, Richard Bedford, Viscount, 1870-1947presumedBennett, Richard Bedford Bennett Viscount 1870-1947presumedBennett, R.B., 1870-1947presumedBennett, R. B. 1870-1947 (Richard Bedford),presumed1870-07-031947-06-26EnglishCanadiansBailey, Alfred Goldsworthy.Bushnell, Rosemary (Joan Rosemary Ruth)Harper, J. Russell.L.M. Montgomery Collection.Millar, Alice.Strom, Theodore.Wardell, Michael.Bennett, Richard Bedford, Sir, 1870-1947.Bennett, R. B. (Richard Bedford), 1870-1947Bailey, Alfred Goldsworthy. U.N.B. Library Trust, 1946 - 1950.Bailey, Alfred Goldsworthy.Bissett, C. N. (Clarence Norton), 1900-Moore, J. H.Robinson, Howard P. (Howard Perley), 1874-1950.Trueman, Albert W. (Albert William), 1902-McNair, John B. (John Babbitt), 1889-1968.Murray, J. C. (John Carey), 1894-Gilbert, A. B. (Adrian Bradford), 1895-Wilson, J. B.Moore, Beattie & Associates.U.N.B. Library Trust, 1946 - 1950. 1946 - 1950; (predominant 1949 Apr. 14 - 1950 May 30)Correspondence : 135 (255 leaves) + 2 pamphlets (76 p., 48 p.)Photographs : 6 : b&w.Correspondence and specifications for the UNB library addition, along with photographs taken during construction, and discussion of suitable furnishings. There is also a copy of the "Confidential Report to Dr. M.F. Gregg" related to the controversy to build a rink or library addition. Some correspondence concerns the acquisition of books for the library and indexing of the Bonar-Law and Bennett papers. Also included are 2 catalogues of gymnasium equipment. University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, Harriet Irving LibraryGale, John R. General Correspondence G - H : 1949.Gale, John R.Gardiner, James G. (James Garfield), 1883-1962.Gault, Dorothy Blanche.Gault, A. Hamilton (Andrew Hamilton), 1882-1958.Gauthier, J. U.George, M. E., Mrs.Gele, Olga B.Hanson, Carlisle (J. Carlisle)Harris, Reginald V. (Reginald Vanderbilt), 1881-1968.Harrison, Hugh (G. Hugh)Hay, Ralph G.Hesler, N. A. (Norman Arthur), 1887-Hoddinott, D. F., 1905-Holt, Isobel Jean Herbert, d.1958.Holt, Herbert Paton, 1890-How, Dorothy.Howe, C. D. (Clarence Decatur), 1886-1960.Royal Empire Society (Great Britain)Harkins Home and School Association.Hartney Company Limited.General Correspondence G - H : 1949. 1949.Correspondence.In this subfile: Beaverbrook is invited to speak at various functions (Gale, Gault, Harris, Hesler); J.U. Gauthier makes a business proposition; Carlisle Hanson writes about Canada's foreign policy; Beaverbrook sends a message to the Brunswickan for UNB's 1949 graduates; Rev. Hoddinott of St. James Presbyterian Church (Newcastle United Church) requests financial assistance for various projects; C.D. Howe, Minister of Trade and Commerce, acknowledges Beaverbrook's hospitality at Cherkley and Capponcina and assesses the political scene in Canada; Beaverbrook asks Dr. Hugh Harrison of Chatham for some photographs related to Bennett's life in the Miramichi area. University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, Harriet Irving LibraryL.M. Montgomery Collection. Letter from R.B. Bennett to L.M. Montgomery regarding Award of the Order of the British Empire, May 20, 1935.L.M. Montgomery Collection.George V, King of Great Britain, 1865-1936.Bennett, Richard Bedford, 1870-1947.Montgomery, L. M. 1874-1942.Letter from R.B. Bennett to L.M. Montgomery regarding Award of the Order of the British Empire, May 20, 1935.4 items.Also includes original envelope addressed to Mrs. Ewan MacDonald with red wax seals, and 2 photocopies of King George's proclamation of the O.B.E. University of Guelph. McLaughlin LibraryBennett, R. V. (Ronald Vivian), 1867-. Social and general supplementary correspondence B : 1949.Bennett, R. V. (Ronald Vivian), 1867-Brewster, Paul.Burchill, Percy (George Percival), 1889-Social and general supplementary correspondence B : 1949. 1949 Mar. 5 - Oct. 14.Correspondence : 5 (6 leaves)Correspondence includes Beaverbrook's request for R.B. Bennett's papers for UNB from his brother R.V. Bennett. University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, Harriet Irving LibraryBailey, Alfred Goldsworthy. Dr. [A.G.] Bailey : 1952.Bailey, Alfred Goldsworthy.Dr. [A.G.] Bailey : 1952. 1952 Jan. 25 - Dec. 31.Correspondence : 25.Letters, list and note relating to library matters: purchase, price and shipment of books to UNB; possible purchase of books for the Old Mase Library (Newcastle, N.B.); Mrs. H.V. Pritchard's gift of books belonging to Rev. Frank Baird; Margery Wilson's donation of her books; terms and conditions regarding books in the Beaverbrook Collection at the Bonar Law Bennett Library and the Saint John Law School; Beaverbrook's and Alfred Bailey's illnesses; monuments to Davidson and Peter Mitchell in Newcastle, N.B. and to Lord Bennett in Fredericton and Calgary, Alta. (copy of inscription included in file); proposed establishment of a West Indin Studies programme at UNB and the need for assistance from the Carnegie Corporation and academic progress of Miss Lenentine, holder of the Jesse H. Jones Scholarship. University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, Harriet Irving LibraryTaylor, June. General Correspondence T-U : 1949.Taylor, June.Thompson, Sandy (Alexander), 1859-1955.Thomson, T. Kennard (Thomas Kennard), 1864-Tibbits, J. Dick, 1875-Tilley, Laura.Todd, Rosanna Seaborn.Toole, F. J. (Francis James), 1894-Trueman, Albert W. (Albert William), 1902-Hay, Ralph G.Trueman, Mildred.Trueman, Stuart, 1911-Tweedie, Robert A. (Robert Allison), 1908-1989.Urquhart, C. W. (Clifford Walter), 1891-Trans-Canada Airlines.General Correspondence T-U : 1949. 1949.Correspondence.This subfile includes: correspondence with Rosanna Seaborn Todd regarding her acting in the Montreal Open Air Playhouse; correspondence with F.J. Toole regarding two chemistry scholarships for UNB and the Summer Seminar in Alkaloid Chemistry; correspondence with UNB president Trueman regarding various matters (candidates for senate; candidates for honorary degrees; Beaverbrook's proposal to donate the Bonar Law and Bennett papers; encaenia plans; scholarships; Alfred Bailey's success); newspaper clippings and correspondence with Stuart Trueman of the Telegraph Journal regarding a variety of topics (Beaverbrook's relationship to the Conservative Party in England; a summary of the political situation in Canada at the time of the federal election; Joseph Smallwood's union proposal; the skating rink controversy at UNB; Beaverbrook's gift of a women's residence for UNB; (continues). (continued)the appointment of William Y. Smith to the university's Economics faculty; Beaverbrook scholars and Sir James Dunn scholarships. University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, Harriet Irving LibraryThompson, G. W. University of New Brunswick : 1949.Bailey, Alfred Goldsworthy.Thompson, G. W.Baird, Muriel F. (Muriel Farris)Firth, Frances A.Toole, F. J. (Francis James), 1894-Trueman, Albert W. (Albert William), 1902-Magee, Fred.Great Britain. Public Record Office.University of New Brunswick. Alumnae Society.University of New Brunswick. Alumni Society.University of New Brunswick. Students' Representative Council.University of New Brunswick. Senate.University of New Brunswick. Bursar.Stan Cassidy Ltd.Canadian Pacific Express Company.Art Gallery of Toronto.University of New Brunswick : 1949. 1948 Oct. 20 - 1949 Nov. 25.Correspondence : 69 (89 leaves)Technical drawings : 1 : sketch.Letters, soundscribers, telegrams, invoices, minutes, statements, receipt and memos discussing various matters: purchase of photostat copies of J.H.T. Manners Sutton dispatches; proposed Academy of Music located in Saint John; acquisition of books for the library including a photographic copy of Bonar Law's will; administration and proposed changes to Beaverbrook overseas scholarships; dissatisfaction with quality of scholars and possible discontinuance of scholarships; Beaverbrook's acceptance of the post of Honorary Editor-in-Chief of the Law Journal; invitations extended to Beaverbrook to attend various university functions; establishment of Beaverbrook graduate scholarships in chemistry; list of publications by members of the chemistry department--R.H. Wright, D.L. Garmaise, A.P. Stuart, D.E. Ryan, K. Wiesner, F.J. Toole; (CONTINUES). (CONTINUED) proposed extension to the library; acquisition of R.B. Bennett papers; proposed amalgamation of provincial and university libraries; finances; student fees; construction of a ladies' residence and the establishment of graduate scholarships by Jesse H. Jones in honor of Beaverbrook. The file contains a memo written by A.W. Trueman "Desirable Future Developments in U.N.B." and copies of Senate minutes (May 11, 1949), agenda (Oct. 11, 1949) and financial statements for the year ended June 30, 1949. University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, Harriet Irving LibraryLuckhart, Grace. General Correspondence L : 1949.Luckhart, Grace.General Correspondence L : 1949. 1949.Correspondence.This subfile includes a letter to Mrs. Grace Luckhart a former secretary (?) to R.B. Bennett. Beaverbrook asks her to write a narrative of the early days of Lord Bennett, drawn from her experience with him in his office. University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, Harriet Irving LibraryBushnell, Rosemary (Joan Rosemary Ruth). Correspondence with Miss Rosemary Bushnell : 1955.Bushnell, Rosemary (Joan Rosemary Ruth)Bruce, Herbert A. (Herbert Alexander), 1868-1963.Correspondence with Miss Rosemary Bushnell : 1955. 1955 July 27 - Dec. 1.Correspondence : 19 (22 leaves)Letters and memos regarding the hiring of Joan Rosemary Ruth Bushnell to work as a research assistant to Lord Beaverbrook with respect to the R.B. Bennett Papers. Discussed are travel arrangements from England to Fredericton and remuneration. Reference is made to the relationship between Richard Bedford Bennett and Robert Borden and a quarrel between George Alexander Drew and R.B. Bennett. A copy of a letter dated Oct. 15, 1941 (taken from the R.B. Bennett papers) and written by Colonel Herbert A. Bruce to R.B. Bennett discusses Beverly Baxter, Arthur Meighen and McPherson as hopefuls for the federal conservative party leadership. University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, Harriet Irving LibraryBailey, Alfred Goldsworthy. General correspondence B : 1949. Case 50, File 1b.Bailey, Alfred Goldsworthy.Baird, Muriel F. (Muriel Farris)O'Brien, J. Leonard, 1895-Ball, Edna I.Bassett, John, 1886-1958.Bassett, John White Hughes, 1915-Beardmore, F. N. (Frederick N.)Bell, Ralph P. (Ralph Pickard), 1886-Bennett, R. V. (Ronald Vivian), 1867-Bickle, E. W.Bickell, J. P. (John Paris), d.1951.Blake, Edward.Buchanan, Doris Hemming.Burns, H. D. (Herbert Deschamps), 1878-Byrne, Patrick.Martin, Francoise.General correspondence B : 1949. Case 50, File 1b. 1949.Correspondence.Correspondence concerning: books sent to UNB library; Beaverbrook's gift of the Maggie Jean Chestnut women's residence to UNB; John (Sr.)Bassett's interpretation of the Canadian federal election results of 1949; John (Jr.) Bassett's newspaper business; compiling R.B. Bennett's papers and writing his biography (Beaverbrook writes to Bennett's brother saying the papers were sent to UNB along with the Bonar Law papers bequeathed to Beaverbrook by will); the proposal of a music academy for Fredericton. University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, Harriet Irving LibraryHarper, J. Russell. Russell Harper : [1959].Harper, J. Russell.Noland, Harold W.Waterloo Trust and Savings Company.Russell Harper : [1959]. 1958 Dec. 19 - 1959 May 23.Correspondence : 64 (119 leaves)Letters, notes and memos related to a variety of subjects including: the proposed construction of the Chatham Youth Centre and possible hiring of architect, Rolf Duschenes; the acquisition, transfer and shipment of paintings, etc. to the Beaverbrook Art Gallery; the price and background of some of the works; problems encountered in relation to the proposed art gallery catalogue and revisions to it; the operation of the Sinclair Rink (Newcastle, N.B.); R.B. Bennett, his birthplace and the Bennett papers (in particular documents related to the Eddy Company); the contents of the Brown Estate papers; the Calvin and Knox Collections housed at the Bonar Law Bennett Library; Beaverbrook's gifts of books to the Bonar Law Bennett Library and of a catalogue to the Art Gallery Library;(CONTINUES). (CONTINUED) the gift of 20 Krieghoff's from Dr. M.J. Boylen to the gallery and John Calvin lithographs and a monograph "The portrait of Thomas More" from Dr. Stanley Morison to the Bonar Law Bennett Library; security arrangements for the art gallery and painting insurance. The file also includes Harper's progress reports on the construction of the artgallery and makes mention of the Tweedie family papers, the Madge Smith papers and contains Louise Manny's notes on the first 25 of 52 documents in the Brown papers which include brief biographical sketches of Miramichi individuals {84401-84440} University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, Harriet Irving LibraryRobinson, Howard P. (Howard Perley), 1874-1950. New Brunswick Museum : [1948, 1958].Robinson, Howard P. (Howard Perley), 1874-1950.Mott, H. Claire.New Brunswick Museum : [1948, 1958]. 1946 Nov. 25 - 1958 Jan. 4.Correspondence : 16 (27 leaves)Letters, memos and news clipping relating to proposed renovations to the top floor of the New Brunswick Museum. Subjects discussed: Beaverbrook's offer of 30,000 dollars towards the cost and renewal of this offer; Howard P. Robinson's appointment as President of the Museum and his disapproval of establishing a second archives in N.B.; Beaverbrook's approbation of Lord Bennett; Bennett's promise to endow the museum and his failure to do so; G.G. Murdoch's acceptance of a position on the board; details of work contracted and its cost and the purchase of two Kreighoff's for the Webster Collection at the museum. The file contains a news clipping outlining Lord Bennett's benefactions, a memo containing extracts from correspondence regarding the proposed renovations and a letter discussing J.C. Webster's perception of a disagreement between himself and Lord Beaverbrook. University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, Harriet Irving LibraryMcCullagh, C. George, 1905-. General Correspondence M : 1949.McNair, Nancy.McCullagh, C. George, 1905-McFadden, A. L. (Andrew Lynn), 1906-McGinley, E. F.Machum, George C.McLaws, W. H.MacLean, A. O.MacLellan, Ouida.McLeod, Cecilia C.McNair, John B. (John Babbitt), 1889-1968.MacNaughton, Bernice (L. Bernice)MacWalker, Wallace Roderich, Rev.Maxwell, Lois J.Might, O. H. E.Millar, Alice.Miller, F. L. (F. Lewis)Mills, Sandy.Mitchell, Nora McCoy.Montague, F. F.Morales, Dora.Moore, Doreen.Moore, Alice.Moore, Harry (J. Harold), d.1951.Reed, Beatrice McFarlane (Beatrice McFarlane Moore)Murdoch, Gilbert G.Murray, J. C. (John Carey), 1894-Fredericton Garrison Officers' Mess.Campbellton Legion War Memorial Company, Limited.British Empire Games Association of Canada.McGill University.Moore, Beattie & Associates.Kinsmen Club of Pictou Nova Scotia.Mount Royal Hotel (Montreal, Quebec)General Correspondence M : 1949. 1949.Correspondence.This subfile includes: correspondence with George McCullagh of the Globe and Mail regarding his purchase of the Telegram (Toronto); invitations to speak at various functions; correspondence with John B. McNair regarding a possible visit of Churchill, Beaverbrook's gift of the Bonar Law papers to UNB as well as a women's residence, the property on Waterloo Row; correspondence with Alice Millar regarding research for the Bennett biography; correspondence with J.H. Moore regarding renovations of Beaverbrook's residence on Waterloo Row, the construction of a skating rink at Newcastle and a library extension for UNB; correspondence with Gilbert G. Murdoch regarding the completion of the top floor of the museum at Saint John. University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, Harriet Irving LibraryDaly, Harold Mayne. General Correspondence D : 1949.Daly, Harold Mayne.Davidson, W. Harold (William Harold), d.1958.de Merten, Marcel.Dobson, Sydney George, 1883-1969.Dobson, John.Drew, George Alexander, 1894-1973.Drew, Fiorenza.Dunns, George, Mrs.General Correspondence D : 1949. 1949.Correspondence.This subfile includes correspondence: with Harold Mayne Daly regarding biographical information on R.B. Bennett; with Harold Davidson regarding a proposed building project for St. James Presbyterian Church, Newcastle; with Marcel DeMerten regarding UNB choirs; with Sydney Dobson of the Royal Bank of Canada whose son visited Beaverbrook in France; and with George Drew of the House of Commons, Ottawa, who visited Beaverbrook's residence in Jamaica. University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, Harriet Irving LibraryStrom, Theodore. A few memories of when Calgary and I were young / by Theodore Strom.Strom, Theodore.Bennett, R. B. (Richard Bedford), 1870-1947.A few memories of when Calgary and I were young / by Theodore Strom. [1940?]13 fol. leaves ; 23 cm.University of AlbertaWardell, Michael. Correspondence with Michael Wardell : 1956-1958.Wardell, Michael.Hamlet, Mildred.Wintour, Charles.Inglis, J. G. T. (John Gilchrist Thesiger), Sir, 1906-1972.H.W. Wicks Canadian Insurance Service (Iserlohn, Germany)Correspondence with Michael Wardell : 1956-1958. 1957 May - 1958 Mar.Correspondence.Correspondence concerning: the Atlantic Advocate's series by Wardell "A view from a vantage" concerning Hitler's invasion of Austria, and the cartoonist, David Low's article entitled "Hitler tries to gag me"; problems with stone supply for construction of the art gallery in Fredericton; Diefenbaker offers Flemming a Cabinet post but Flemming stays in New Brunswick {79743-79756}; Diefenbaker wishes to see Beaverbrook in London; Dalton Camp is given credit for the Conservative sweep in the Maritimes during the federal election; St. Laurent's statements regarding mining in the Maritimes; Colin Mackay's plans to build a house on the UNB campus; arrangements for Beaverbrook to entertain Lord Kemsley and his wife in Fredericton; inscription for statue of Lord Beaverbrook in Fredericton; (CONTINUES). (CONTINUED) Ben Smith's threat to petition for bankruptcy of the University Press of New Brunswick; Wardell's purchase of the Atlantic Guardian; concerning art collecting, Wardell's visit to W.G. Constable in Boston to ask whether he would act as adviser to Lord Beaverbrook and his plans to meet Duval in Toronto to get the National Gallery recommendations; an affidavit with unspecified charges against R.B. Bennett; news that Wardell's London paper, Sporting Record, is losing money and bound to die; the search for Lord Beaverbrook's school reports. University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, Harriet Irving LibraryWardell, Michael. Correspondence with Michael Wardell : February - April 1962.Wardell, Michael.Dunn, Lady, 1910-1994.Sykes, Isabel, Lady.Christie, A. G.Correspondence with Michael Wardell : February - April 1962. 1962 Feb. 1 - Apr. 13.Correspondence : 114 (122 leaves)Letters, telegrams, soundscribers and clippings about the publication of Courage; Wardell's contacts with John Diefenbaker, especially concerning the Chignecto Canal, the Canada Council and the location of R.B. Bennett's portrait; Robichaud's interest in a tidal power project; exhibition plans for and water damage to the Beaverbrook Art Gallery which delays the opening of Lady Dunn's exhibition; Diefenbaker's opposition to the U.K.'s entry to the common market; Fraser Winslow's declining health; Irving's business activities and John Bassett's purchase of a television company. Also mentioned is Somerset Maugham's visit to La Capponcina. University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, Harriet Irving LibraryMillar, Alice. Miss Alice Millar : 1950-1964.Millar, Alice.Might, O. H. E.Miss Alice Millar : 1950-1964. 1950 Sept. 22 - 1964 June 3; (predominant 1950 Sept. 22 - Nov 7, 1952 Oct. 30 - Nov. 29, 1955 Oct. 31 - Nov. 28)Correspondence : 25 (33 leaves)Letters and notes chiefly regarding Lord Bennett. Discussed is Lord Beaverbrook's wish to have Bennett's body returned to Canada for burial at Fredericton, N.B. and Alice Millar's reluctance to agree to such a move; the Bennett papers--the search for someone to work on the papers and the release of impounded papers; the possibility of securing donations of books from Richard Coates and William Herridge (Bennett's nephews) and a gift, from Alice Millar, of a chromium plated maple leaf that adorned Bennett's automobile while he was Prime Minister; Alice Millar's distress over the poor upkeep of Bennett's grave at St. George's Church in Mickleham, England and the search for an author to write Lord Bennett's biography. Alice Millar's financial and health problems are also mentioned. University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, Harriet Irving Library