Wilfred Harold Reeve was born in Durham County, Ontario to William Reeve and Emaline Thomas on 7 Nov 1900. He married Florence Muriel Bennett (b. 21 Nov 1900; d. 15 Aug 1993), daughter of Paul Bennett and Pauline Greenaway, on 26 Aug 1925. The pair had two(?) children: William, and Dorothy Jane. Dorothy Jane Reeve (d. 5 Jan 2003) married Donald Saxon McColl on 28 Jul 1956 in Port Hope. They had two children Andrew & Beverly. Harold served as Reeve of Hope Township, was an avid bird-watcher, and wrote several research papers on the history of Hope. He died on 27 Nov 1974.
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Fonds consists of documents gathered by Harold Reeve. It includes personal records, photographs, one (1) clippings scrapbook, historical records, and notes regarding the publication "The History of Hope Township." See series descriptions for more information.
Donor was the grandchild of Harold Reeve, daughter of Dorothy (Jane) McColl (nee Reeve). The documents were retained by the family after the death of Dorothy in 2003.
Wilfred Harold Reeve was born in Durham County, Ontario to William Reeve and Emaline Thomas on 7 Nov 1900. He married Florence Muriel Bennett (b. 21 Nov 1900; d. 15 Aug 1993), daughter of Paul Bennett and Pauline Greenaway, on 26 Aug 1925. The pair had two(?) children: William, and Dorothy Jane. Dorothy Jane Reeve (d. 5 Jan 2003) married Donald Saxon McColl on 28 Jul 1956 in Port Hope. They had two children Andrew & Beverly. Harold served as Reeve of Hope Township, was an avid bird-watcher, and wrote several research papers on the history of Hope. He died on 27 Nov 1974.
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Series consists of fifteen (15) files of historical research and notes created by Harold Reeve during the course of developing various publications.; History of Hope Township Copies; History of Hope Township Notes; History of Hope Township Chapters 1-17; Founding Fathers of Port Hope; Streets of Port Hope; Reminiscenses of Earliest Settlement; History of Port Britain; Naming of Port Hope; Hope Township Names; Historical Records (see separate entry); Personalities of Port Hope; Research - Brown, Meredith, Andrews - Hope Consolidated Road Company; Names Research - Byington and Johnson; Names Research - Smith-Marsh; History Research Notebooks.
Donor was the grandchild of Harold Reeve, daughter of Dorothy (Jane) McColl (nee Reeve). The documents were retained by the family after the death of Dorothy in 2003.
Wilfred Harold Reeve was born in Durham County, Ontario to William Reeve and Emaline Thomas on 7 Nov 1900. He married Florence Muriel Bennett (b. 21 Nov 1900; d. 15 Aug 1993), daughter of Paul Bennett and Pauline Greenaway, on 26 Aug 1925. The pair had two(?) children: William, and Dorothy Jane. Dorothy Jane Reeve (d. 5 Jan 2003) married Donald Saxon McColl on 28 Jul 1956 in Port Hope. They had two children Andrew & Beverly. Harold served as Reeve of Hope Township, was an avid bird-watcher, and wrote several research papers on the history of Hope. He died on 27 Nov 1974.
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File consists of various historical papers collected by Harold Reeve over the course of doing research for his publications. It includes original notes for advertisements in the Port Hope Evening Guide (from c. 1900s), copies of original survey documents from the Archives of Ontario; and - Port Hope Fire Department Pamphlet, East Durham Historical Society Pamphlet, Municipal Return for Hope Township (1905), Marriage Act (Daniel M. Arnot, 24 May 1905), Marriage Act (William Morrison, 7 Mar 1903), Marriage Act (Albert F. Cox, 4 Feb 1902), Marriage Act (S. A. Northcott, 31 Dec 1904).
Donor was the grandchild of Harold Reeve, daughter of Dorothy McColl (nee Reeve). The documents were retained by the family after the death of Dorothy in 2003.
Wilfred Harold Reeve was born in Durham County, Ontario to William Reeve and Emaline Thomas on 7 Nov 1900. He married Florence Muriel Bennett (b. 21 Nov 1900; d. 15 Aug 1993), daughter of Paul Bennett and Pauline Greenaway, on 26 Aug 1925. The pair had two(?) children: William, and Dorothy Jane. Dorothy Jane Reeve (d. 5 Jan 2003) married Donald Saxon McColl on 28 Jul 1956 in Port Hope. They had two children Andrew & Beverly. Harold served as Reeve of Hope Township, was an avid bird-watcher, and wrote several research papers on the history of Hope. He died on 27 Nov 1974.
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Series consists of clippings, notes, correspondence and a scrapbook used personally by H. Reeve; the records have been arranged into five (5) files based on original order. It includes: (1) Bird Watching Notes; (2) Notes - Nature (Northumberland County); (3) Correspondence; (4) Scrapbook (see separate entry); (5) Personal (miscellaneous clippings, etc.).
Donor was the grandchild of Harold Reeve, daughter of Dorothy (Jane) McColl (nee Reeve). The documents were retained by the family after the death of Dorothy in 2003.
Wilfred Harold Reeve was born in Durham County, Ontario to William Reeve and Emaline Thomas on 7 Nov 1900. He married Florence Muriel Bennett (b. 21 Nov 1900; d. 15 Aug 1993), daughter of Paul Bennett and Pauline Greenaway, on 26 Aug 1925. The pair had two(?) children: William, and Dorothy Jane. Dorothy Jane Reeve (d. 5 Jan 2003) married Donald Saxon McColl on 28 Jul 1956 in Port Hope. They had two children Andrew & Beverly. Harold served as Reeve of Hope Township, was an avid bird-watcher, and wrote several research papers on the history of Hope. He died on 27 Nov 1974.
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File consists of a scrapbook created by Harold Reeve in the 1950s and 1960s. It contains clippings, notes, correspondence, and images regarding the Reeve-McColl families and local history topics.
Donor was the grandchild of Harold Reeve, daughter of Dorothy McColl (nee Reeve). The documents were retained by the family after the death of Dorothy in 2003.
Wilfred Harold Reeve was born in Durham County, Ontario to William Reeve and Emaline Thomas on 7 Nov 1900. He married Florence Muriel Bennett (b. 21 Nov 1900; d. 15 Aug 1993), daughter of Paul Bennett and Pauline Greenaway, on 26 Aug 1925. The pair had two(?) children: William, and Dorothy Jane. Dorothy Jane Reeve (d. 5 Jan 2003) married Donald Saxon McColl on 28 Jul 1956 in Port Hope. They had two children Andrew & Beverly. Harold served as Reeve of Hope Township, was an avid bird-watcher, and wrote several research papers on the history of Hope. He died on 27 Nov 1974.
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Series consists of materials collected by Harold Reeve while conducting research on the history of the former Hope Township, Ontario. Originals date from c1866-1914. For more information, refer to item-level descriptions.
Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives from the effects of Harold Reeve. Originally collected by Albert N. Ball of Hope Township who gave the piece to Harold Reeve. Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives, 1995.
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Item is a poster originally pasted on the back the handwritten words of what the poster was to read in regards to the stolen animal. The poster was commissioned by William Berry, 3rd Concession of Hope Township. Comments on poster indicate that 50 were printed and the cost was $1.50. This piece is believed to be a printer's proof.
Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives from the effects of Harold Reeve. Originally collected by Albert N. Ball of Hope Township who gave the piece to Harold Reeve. Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives, 1995.
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Item is a handwritten invoice for Mr. Albt. Ball, dated June 9th 1873 for services from Dr. J. S. Ceaser, V.S. Invoice shows services and costs. The invoice includes services from 1872. Albert Ball lived in Hope Township.
Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives from the effects of Harold Reeve. Originally collected by Albert N. Ball of Hope Township who gave the piece to Harold Reeve. Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives, 1995.
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Item is a handwritten letter discussing a large number of deaths and the procession in Toronto. Letter is dated July 5, 1866. The author of the letter is A. P. Rice, writing from B. A. Cottage, Toronto, C. W. and speaks also of his studies in Toronto. References in letter are made to "F. Little" and "Elijah" (believed to be Elijah Rice 1843-1920).
Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives from the effects of Harold Reeve. Originally collected by Albert N. Ball of Hope Township who gave the piece to Harold Reeve. Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives, 1995.
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Item is a Printer's Proof of the Bible Christian Preacher's Plan, 1883-1884. Notes indicate 150 copies were needed for October 25, 1883. Schedule shows locations, preachers, times and dates. Places listed: Welcome, Zion, Mount Pleasant, Port Britain, Trelawney. Preachers: R. T. Courtice; H. E. Bayle; A. Clarke; R. Hurley; T. Brown; M. Giles; W. Tamblyn; J. Nott; W. Bradley; S. Taylor.
Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives from the effects of Harold Reeve. Originally collected by Albert N. Ball of Hope Township who gave the piece to Harold Reeve. Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives, 1995.
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Item is a printer's proof of an invoice and price list created for James Taylor, manufacturer of Stone Enamelled Earthenware, Flower Pots, Vases, Chimney Tops, etc., Port Hope Pottery.
Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives from the effects of Harold Reeve. Originally collected by Albert N. Ball of Hope Township who gave the piece to Harold Reeve. Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives, 1995.
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Item is a poster showing items and prices for Ben Olver & Co. Men's Ware, Port Hope. Flyer lists items and prices for Ben Oliver & Co. Men's Ware in Port Hope. The store also carried clothing for boys. Flyer addressed to "Mr. A. N. Ball Wesleyville", postmarked Port Hope 1914.
Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives from the effects of Harold Reeve. Originally collected by Albert N. Ball of Hope Township who gave the piece to Harold Reeve. Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives, 1995.
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Item is a poster advertising the Welcome Bible Christian Harvest Home Festival. Printer's proof of poster. Notes at the bottom of poster "25 - Sept 25/83." Poster for the Harvest Home Festival for the Bible Christian Church, Welcome for Wednesday, October 3rd, 1883. Tea Meeting followed by an address by Rev. E. Roberts of Toronto.
Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives from the effects of Harold Reeve. Originally collected by Albert N. Ball of Hope Township who gave the piece to Harold Reeve. Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives, 1995.
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Item is a Printer's proof of poster for the tea-meeting held at the Presbyterian church in Knoxville on Wednesday November 14, 1883. Notes written at bottom in ink "75 copies, Nov 1st 1883." Addresses by Revs. R. J. Beattie, Port Hope, D. L. McCrea, Cobourg. Readings by Miss Thompson, Perrytown and Miss Dodds, Port Hope.
Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives from the effects of Harold Reeve. Originally collected by Albert N. Ball of Hope Township who gave the piece to Harold Reeve. Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives, 1995.
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Item is a printer's proof of poster for the Elizabethville Methodist Church anniversary services. Services were held Sunday December 30th, 1883 and Tuesday January 1, 1884. Sunday service preached by Rev. D. N. McCamus of Bethany. January 1, 1884. Supper in church basement, followed by addresses by Revs. McCamus, Taylor, Thompson, J. Barlwell. Handwritten comments at bottom "50 - December 22/83."
Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives from the effects of Harold Reeve. Originally collected by Albert N. Ball of Hope Township who gave the piece to Harold Reeve. Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives, 1995.
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Item is a printer's proof of poster for Garden Hill Methodist Church's 5th anniversary. The Garden Hill Methodist Church celebrated its 5th anniversary on October 5 and 6, 1883. Sunday Sermon by Revs. W. H. Jamieson and R. G. Copeland. Monday concert with music, readings and recitations by Miss Annie Howden of Millbrook, Mr. W. H. Parsons and Miss Dickson of Port Hope. United Choirs of Zion, Elizabethville and Garden Hill.
Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives from the effects of Harold Reeve. Originally collected by Albert N. Ball of Hope Township who gave the piece to Harold Reeve. Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives, 1995.
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Item is printer's proof of poster "25 Mar 15/86" written at bottom in pencil. Concert to aid Organ Fund was held March 23, 1886. Vocal and Instrumental Music, Reading, Recitations, Dialogues, etc. Concert included: Misses Hawthorn of Zion; Miss Mabel Sheehy, Miss L. E. Armstrong and Mr Vance, Port Hope; Mr and Mrs Callender, J. H. Dyer, J. C. Thorton, Garden Hill; Miss L & C Boyd; Revs. D. Balfour, W. H. Jamieson, MA and J. Smith.
Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives from the effects of Harold Reeve. Originally collected by Albert N. Ball of Hope Township who gave the piece to Harold Reeve. Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives, 1995.
Wilfred Harold Reeve was born in Durham County, Ontario to William Reeve and Emaline Thomas on 7 Nov 1900. He married Florence Muriel Bennett (b. 21 Nov 1900; d. 15 Aug 1993), daughter of Paul Bennett and Pauline Greenaway, on 26 Aug 1925. The pair had two(?) children: William, and Dorothy Jane. Dorothy Jane Reeve (d. 5 Jan 2003) married Donald Saxon McColl on 28 Jul 1956 in Port Hope. They had two children Andrew & Beverly. Harold served as Reeve of Hope Township, was an avid bird-watcher, and wrote several research papers on the history of Hope. He died on 27 Nov 1974.
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Series contains the notes, research sources and manuscripts for the book "The History of Hope Township". Also manuscripts and drafts for the articles written by H. Reeve in 1963 and 1964 that appeared in the Port Hope Evening Guide. Records, notes and research kept by Harold Reeve (1900-1974), Hope township resident, historian, farmer and conversationalist.
Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archivesfrom the effects of Harold Reeve. Originally collected by Albert N. Ball of Hope Township who gave the piece to Harold Reeve. Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives, 1995.
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Series consists of letterheads and invoices from Port Hope businesses from the nineteenth and early twentieth century.
Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives from the effects of Harold Reeve. Originally collected by Albert N. Ball of Hope Township who gave the piece to Harold Reeve. Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives, 1995.
Wilfred Harold Reeve was born in Durham County, Ontario to William Reeve and Emaline Thomas on 7 Nov 1900. He married Florence Muriel Bennett (b. 21 Nov 1900; d. 15 Aug 1993), daughter of Paul Bennett and Pauline Greenaway, on 26 Aug 1925. The pair had two(?) children: William, and Dorothy Jane. Dorothy Jane Reeve (d. 5 Jan 2003) married Donald Saxon McColl on 28 Jul 1956 in Port Hope. They had two children Andrew & Beverly. Harold served as Reeve of Hope Township, was an avid bird-watcher, and wrote several research papers on the history of Hope. He died on 27 Nov 1974.
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Series consists of a collection of newspaper clippings on various historical topics, most of which were collected during Harold Reeve's lifetime.
Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archivesfrom the effects of Harold Reeve. Originally collected by Albert N. Ball of Hope Township who gave the piece to Harold Reeve. Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives, 1995. Newspaper clippings published after the death of Harold Reeve are presumed to have been collected by his daughter Jane McColl.
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Item is a copy of the publication "Picturesque Port Hope," c. 1910. "Dickenson 28 Inniswood Drive" written on front, and signed "H. Reeve" on back. Believed to have belonged to the Dickenson family and given to Mr. Reeve.
Donated to the Ganaraska Region Archives by H. Reeve via J. McColl, 1995.