Fonds consists of papers and photographs from the Long Family Collection. It includes materials created and accumulated by: Alfred H. Long (military publications, letter books), N. Tom Long (local history research files, St. Lawrence Hotel plan, directories, photographs), Geo. Wilson (memoirs, correspondence re: Port Hope Evening Guide, Wilson family photographs), and Brig. Gen. George H. Ralston. For more detailed information refer to series-level descriptions.
Series consists of nine (9) publications related to the history of the Municipality of Port Hope, 1901-1984. It includes: (1) "Excerpts from the 'Grapevine'" by Miss Pearl Wilson; (2) "Notes on St. Mark's Church, Port Hope" by Agatha Simister (2 copies); (3) "Historic Port Hope, 1834-1984" Map; (4) "Port Hope Centennial and Old Boy's and Girl's Re-Union" Programme, 1934 (copy); (5) "Port Hope: A Brief History in Picture and Prose," by Geo. V. Strong; (6) "Picturesque Port Hope," by W. Williamson; (7) "The Ganaraska Review, Volume One Number 1, September 1988," by Port Hope Original Group. This series also includes a copy of "Picturesque Port Hope" and the "Port Hope Old Boys Re-Union Souvenir 1901" located in the Reading Room Reference Collection.
Series consists of land records, financial records, and correspondence related to the sale of John Cleverton's farm located on Lots 29 and 30 of Hamilton Township to Sarah Jane Long and Alfred H.C. Long, 1918-1926.
Series consists of papers and certificates related to the membership of Thomas Long Sr. and Alfred Henry Clark Long in the Masonic Lodge, 1874-1937. It includes: certificates of membership and achievement within the Masonic Lodge and the International Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF); event invitations and programs; correspondence; receipts for dues paid; and newsletters.
Series consists of information on the former East Durham Historical Society (now Port Hope and District Historical Society) by N. Tom Long, c1980s. It includes: newspaper clippings from the Port Hope Evening Guide; correspondence between Mr. Long and other local historical societies and museums; and pamphlets.
Long, Norman ThomasSeries consists of directories and pamphlets concerning Port Hope, 1940-1986. It includes: Town of Port Hope Directory, 1940; Town of Port Hope Directory, 1948; Port Hope Directory, 1955; Cobourg-Port Hope City Directory, 1975; Northumberland County Directory of Community Services, 1986; Industries of Canada, 1886 (copy); Ottawa Report of Allan Lawrence, M.P., 1985; Port Hope: The Prettiest Town in Ontario, c1960; Just Facts... About Port Hope, Ontario, c1950.
Series consists of newspaper clippings on various people from Port Hope, including: general accomplishments, retirements, birth/marriage/death announcements, interest articles, etc. The articles were clipped from the Port Hope Evening Guide by N. Tom Long.
Long, Norman ThomasSeries consists of Port Hope Evening Guide newspapers including coverage of a massive flood event from Mar 1973.
Series consists of one (1) certificate issued to J.H. Wilson by the Loyal Orange Association, 1947. It includes the following text: "Loyal Orange Association Honorary Membership Certificate. This is to certify that J.H. Wilson has bee elected an Honorary Member of Port Hope L.O.L. No. 309 in recognition of his many valuable services to the Association and as a token of the high esteem in which he is held by his brethren." Signed Noel W. Beardsley (Worshipful Master) and Joseph F. Ham (Recording Secretary), 15 Oct 1947.
Series consists of various artifacts collected and used by J. Austin and family, 1960-2014.
Item is a trophy entitled the "Molson Award" awarded to the first place finisher in the Euchre Tournament at Olde Tyme Christmas, 1986.
Austin, JohnFonds consists of the papers of the Opportunity for Youth organization, 1986-1990. It also includes: newspaper articles, photographs, and four (4) VHS cassettes of various events. Refer to series-level descriptions for more information.
Port Hope Opportunity for YouthSeries consists of one hundred and forty-seven (147) colour, black and white, and Polaroid, photographs created by the Port Hope Opportunity for Youth to document various events during the period from 1986-1991. Photographs have been removed from photograph albums, and organized in original order.
Port Hope Opportunity for YouthSeries consists of a photocopy an original album created as a momento of the first year of operation for Opportunity for Youth; as well as promotional documents which were contained within the album. Photographs have been removed from the album for preservation purposes, and are accessible under 2015.41.1. Notable events: Port Hope Fall Fair, Float Your Fanny Down the Ganny, Canada Day, Dance-a-thon at Port Hope High School.
Port Hope Opportunity for YouthSeries consists of a photocopy an original album created as a momento of operation for Opportunity for Youth, 1987-1991; as well as promotional documents which were contained within the album. Photographs have been removed from the album for preservation purposes, and are accessible under 2015.41.1. Notable events: Tag Days, Experience '87 Day Trips, Medieval Feast, "A Slice of Death" Mystery Dinner Fundraiser.
Port Hope Opportunity for YouthSeries consists of the operational papers of the Opportunity for Youth organization, 1986-1991. It includes: Minutes, Agendas, Financial Reports and Correspondence, related to the day-to-day operation and fundraising efforts of the organization.
Port Hope Opportunity for YouthSeries consists of newspaper clippings and promotional materials related to events and fundraising run by the Opportunity for Youth organization, 1986-1991. Newspaper clippings were cut out of the Port Hope Evening Guide.
Port Hope Opportunity for YouthSeries consists of four (4) VHS videos taped by Opportunity for Youth, 1986-1987. It includes: Wintario in Port Hope, 13 Nov 1985; Wintario - Community Insert, 13 Nov 1986; Wintario - Pre-Show Port Hope, undated; and "A Slice of Death" Mystery Dinner Fundraiser, filmed by Cheryl Brackenbury, Jun 1987.
Port Hope Opportunity for YouthFonds consists of three (3) blueprints of The Bluestone House, 1918; various Port Hope receipts; receipts from the Port Hope Hospital Trust; and publications related to Monsignor Leo. A. Cleary.
Series consists of receipts and associated documentation addressed to Miss Mary O'Neill & other O'Neill family members from donations made by Miss McMillan to the Port Hope Hospital Trust, 1951-1952. Donations were made to the trust to build a new hospital, which was constructed in 1963-1964.
Prower, Mary Gertrude McMillan