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Exploring 19th-Century Labrador

An account of the failed 1887 expedition of Randle Wilson Holme (1864-1957) to reach Churchill Falls in the interior of Labrador.
Memorial University of Newfoundland: Archival Treasures

The Centre for Newfoundland Studies in the Queen Elizabeth II Library contains the largest and, possibly, the best collection of Newfoundland and Labrador material available in the world. It has at least one copy of almost every book ever published about Newfoundland and Labrador.
Bishop Fleming and the Roman Catholic Church

The Franciscan priest and bishop Michael Anthony Fleming was a religious, social, political, and cultural agentr for the Irish in Newfoundland.
Building the Cathedral

The Roman Catholic Chapel was constructed in 1786 on leased land on what later became Henry Street in St. John's.
Photographer Captured Post-War Newfoundland

An introduction to the life of Charles Frederick Ruggles (1923-1996), photographer, inventor and businessman.
Looking Back at Child Protection

A history of the Child Welfare Association that provided services to mothers and children in the St. John's area from 1921 to 1976.
Christmas Cards

A sample of the Christmas card collection of John G. Jack Higgins (1891-1963), Rhodes Scholar, lawyer, veteran, and politician.
Christmas Cards

A sample of the Christmas card collection of John G. Jack Higgins (1891-1963), Rhodes Scholar, lawyer, veteran, and politician.
Christmas Cards

A sample of the Christmas card collection of John G. Jack Higgins (1891-1963), Rhodes Scholar, lawyer, veteran, and politician.
In Command of the Church Lads' Brigade

An introduction into the life of James Crawford (1893-1963), WW I veteran, businessman, and commanding officer of the Church Lads' Brigade.
Newfoundland and Daniel O'Connell

Background information about the famous Irish politician, Daniel O'Connell and his influence on Newfoundland.
Carbery Pushed the Envelope for Newfoundland Women

A chronicle of the career of Ellen Carbery (1845-1915), businesswoman and poet.
What's all the Fuss About Ethel Dickenson?

The story of Ethel Gertrude Dickenson (1880-1918) who contacted and died from the Spanish flu while assisting others infected with the deadly virus.
Evangeline Booth: Orator and Preacher

A brief biography of Evangeline Booth (1865-1950), fourth elected general and world leader of the Salvation Army, and her connection to Newfoundland
Making a Mark on Education

The life of Evelyn (Millard) Matthews (1914-1983), mathematician and teacher.
The Irish Christian Brothers in 19th-century Newfoundland

A lay order of religious men, the Irish Christian Brothers were recognized as a 'congregation' whose mission was to serve and educate the poor.
Janet Miller Helped Pave the Way

The story of Janet Miller (1891-1946), the first woman entered on the rolls of the Newfoundland Law Society.
Glimpses of Rural Newfoundland Past

A glimpse into the life of John Lewis (1788-1866), an itinerant Methodist missionary to Newfoundland from 1814 to 1819.
Collection Offers Glimpses of St. John's Society

A sketch of the family of John Shannon Munn, one of Newfoundland's more prominent families at the turn of the 20th century.
Photo Album Provides Valuable Historical Record

An introduction to the album of Joseph Laurence (1819-1886) showing photos of Newfoundland from the late 19th century.

Matching Articles"Society" (Total 35)

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