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CA ON00313 1973-4034 · Fonds · 1835-1953

Fonds consists of registers, minutes and other records of First Presbyterian Church (Essa, Ont.). Records consist of: Baptismal Register (1835-1953); Session minutes (1835-1908, 1910-1953, 1918); Communion Roll (c. 1841-1911); statistical returns to Presbytery (1952-1953); Congregational meeting minutes (1850-1953) and Wilson cemetery and Church deeds (1858, 1937).

First Presbyterian Church (Essa, Ont.)
Walter Bryden fonds
CA ON00313 1973-5002 & 1986-5003 & 1994-5008 · Fonds · 1912-1952

Fonds consists of lectures and notes written by W.W. Bryden while Professor in Church History at Knox College; draft versions of his books "The Christian's Knowledge of God", and "Why I am a Presbyterian"; book reviews of "The Christian's Knowledge of God"; as well as some essays written by his students. Topics of the lectures include: the history of the Church of Scotland; history of the Church of England; the Apostolic age; world religions; the Presbyterian conception of the Word of God; the history of Christian thought; and the life of St. Augustine

Bryden, Walter W. (Walter Williamson), 1883-1952
Grant family fonds
CA ON00313 1973-5003 · Fonds · [1888?]-1968, predominant 1898-1935

Fonds consists of two photograph albums, a scrapbook, various newspaper clippings, and research notes documenting the life and work of The Rev. Dr. Andrew Grant. Photographs in the albums primarily document Dr. Grant's work and family life while minister in the Yukon. Other photographs within the albums include: family portraits, pictures of the family at their home in Rosedale and at their cottage on Lake Simcoe, and pictures of the Manse in Almonte, Ontario. The scrapbook, newspaper clippings and research notes were collected and compiled by Caroline W. Grant and document the life of her father. The fonds also includes some correspondence and personal mementoes of Dr. Grant, two WWI postcards sent by Oswald Grant to his Mother in 1915, and a file of letters of sympathy received by Mrs. A.S. Grant following the death of her husband in 1935.

Grant, Andrew S. (Andrew Shaw), 1860-1935
Edward Hewlitt Johnson fonds
CA ON00313 1973-5005; 990-5007 · Fonds · 1928-1981

Fonds consists of a variety of records that document both the life and work of The Rev. Dr. E.H. Johnson. A majority of the records document his service with the General Board of Missions of The Presbyterian Church in Canada, and especially his involvement in relief efforts during the Nigeria/Biafra conflict of the late 1960s. Other records reflect some of his work on various committees and church councils including the Canadian Council of Churches and the World Council of Churches, as well as aspects of his work as a lecturer at Knox College, Toronto, and the New Brunswick Theological Seminary in New Jersey. The fonds also consists of some of his writings, including sermons, addresses, articles and also draft copies of a book on China. Fonds is comprised of the following series: Personal papers Writings Sermons and addresses Student Volunteer Movement correspondence College/university files Moderator files General Board of Missions files Committees, councils and conferences files Subject reference files

Johnson, Edward Hewlitt (1909-1981)
Hugh Ketchen fonds
CA ON00313 1973-5006 · Fonds · 1904-1961

Fonds consists of sermons, addresses and articles written by Beverley Ketchen. The sermons, of which there are 175, cover a variety of topics, and were written between the years 1920 and 1952. Eulogies given by Ketchen for Dr. J.B. McQuesten, Dr. McIlwraith, and Dr. Donald McKerral also form a part of the fonds. The addresses, many of which are based on either a patriotic or literary theme, were written for a variety of different organisations and associations, including Masonic Lodges, Knox College (Toronto), the Synod of Hamilton and London, and the Burns Society of New York. The fonds also consists of several files of photocopies of correspondence, addresses, news articles about Beverley Ketchen, bulletins and annual reports of MacNab Street Presbyterian Church, and a pamphlet on the history of Brucefield Church (where Ketchen was raised). A signed copy of his book, "Sons of Martha", is also included in the fonds

Ketchen, Hugh B. (Hugh Beverley), 1872-1961
Bessie MacMurchy fonds
CA ON00313 1973-5008 · Fonds · 1933-1962

Fonds consists of correspondence, reports and writings created and received by Bessie MacMurchy between the years 1933 and 1962. The correspondence includes personal letters sent by Miss MacMurchy to her mother in Collingwood, letters to and from friends, and letters she received from the Women's Missionary Society of The Presbyterian Church in Canada. The fonds also consists of annual reports written by Miss MacMurchy concerning her work and travels in India for the years 1940, 1947-1949, and 1952; certificates and letters regarding her nursing credentials; invitations received by Miss MacMurchy to various social events; a small file of letters concerning her work in nursing education in India; reports written by pupils of Miss MacMurchy; and a copy of Miss MacMurchy's Master's thesis. The fonds also contains four unidentified photographs

MacMurchy, Bessie M. (Bessie Margaret), 1903-1963
Morton family fonds
CA ON00313 1973-5009 · Fonds · 1856-1915

Fonds consists of four separate series: records of John Morton, records of Sarah Morton, records of Arthur S. Morton, and records of Harvey S. Morton. The records of John Morton consist of correspondence, letterbooks, reports, sermons and addresses, and various booklets and pamphlets regarding Trinidad. The records of Mrs. Sarah Morton consist of correspondence, scrapbooks and clippings concerning John Morton, several photographs and postcards, and the original typescript and research notes for her book "John Morton of Trinidad". The records of Arthur S. Morton consist of correspondence with friends and family, and genealogical research notes he compiled on the Silver family. The records of Harvey Morton consists of a small file of correspondence

Morton, John (family)
Proudfoot family fonds
CA ON00313 1973-5010 · Fonds · 1809-1903

Fonds consists of correspondence, sermons, writings, lectures and notes of both William Proudfoot and John J. A. Proudfoot. The correspondence consists primarily of letters received by both men over the period 1832-1901. The letters document a variety of aspects relating to early church management and administration, and deal largely with official matters and issues relating to both William, and later John's, work as Clerks for the Presbytery of London. The sermons of William Proudfoot date from 1809, but largely cover the period 1820 to 1830, while the sermons of John Proudfoot cover the period 1849 to ca.1900. The fonds also consists of daily journals maintained by John Proudfoot covering the years 1848-1903 (with gaps). The journal entries briefly outline daily aspects of his life such as visitations with members of his congregation, church meetings and functions attended, his professorial work, financial expenditures, and general comments on the weather and home and garden work.

Proudfoot (family)
John Jennings fonds
CA ON00313 1973-5013 · Fonds · 1842-1873, predominant 1842-1852

Fonds consists of thirty-four sermons written and delivered by John Jennings, as well as a dedication address given at the opening of Bay Street Presbyterian Church in Toronto on December 30th, 1848, and a diary maintained by Jennings while on a trip overseas. Thirty-three of the sermons are hand-written in a version of shorthand which is partly readable, and delivered between 1842 and 1852. The other sermon is a printed booklet of a memorial sermon for Miss Margaret MacDonald, given by Jennings at Bay Street Church, Toronto in 1868. The dedication address given by Jennings at the opening of the church is also in partial shorthand. The diary is of a trip taken by Jennings between May 31st and September 8th, 1873, primarily to Scotland, but also to mainland Europe as well. The diary was written in pencil and is difficult to read. A typescript of the entries in the diary has been created

Jennings, John, 1814-1876
Goforth family fonds
CA ON00313 1973-5024; 997-5007; 003-5013; 005-5011 · Fonds · [190-?]-[198-?]

Fonds consists of one hand written note from Jonathan Goforth to Mr. McDonald; a sketch book containing transcriptions of inspirational poems and prose collected/written by Rosalind Goforth with illustrations by Mary Goforth Moynan; and, published materials by Jonathan and Rosalind Goforth. The published materials include several books by Rosalind Goforth; a book entitled Miracle Lives of China written by Jonathan and Rosalind Goforth; a pocket-size copy of the New Testament that belonged to Walter Oliver Goforth; a booklet entitled Gospel Triumphs in Manchuria by Jonathan Goforth and Rev. Allan Reoch; and an article by Jonathan Goforth entitled “Why I Believe the Bible is the Word of God” that appeared in the Sunday School Times.

Goforth, Jonathan
Hugh MacMillan fonds
CA ON00313 1973-5029; 007-5012 · Fonds · [1924?]-[196-?]

Fonds consists of diaries; a book of poems, writings and newsclippings of Hugh MacMillan; a typescript biography of Dr. Gushue-Taylor written by Hugh MacMillan; a newspaper clipping in which Hugh MacMillan talks about Dr. Gushue-Taylor; a short paper entitled "Unmelon-like Rock"; a booklet written by Hugh MacMillan entitled "Youth in a Younger Church". The book was published by the Presbyterian Church in Formosa (Taiwan). The majority of the items in the fonds document Hugh MacMillan’s life and work in Formosa.

MacMillan, Hugh, 1893-1970
CA ON00313 1973-5038; 000-5007 · Fonds · 1723/4-1917

Fonds consists primarily of family correspondence received by Mark Young Stark, and by his daughter, Mary Ann. There are also some letters written by Mark Young Stark, including a number written while he was studying and travelling in Europe as a young man. The letters date from c.1723 to 1917 and are primarily from family and friends. There are journals, notebooks, documents, essays, and newspaper clippings largely related to Mark Young Stark's family and Presbyterianism in Canada. The journals are written by Mark Young Stark from 1829-1831, Mary Bannatyne Stark from 1824, and Mary Ann Stark from 1860-1891. The fonds also includes a published book of sermons written by Mark Young Stark; two small files of receipts and financial documents dating from 1854; two scrapbooks comprised of postcards, pictures, and picture cut-outs, and some original pencil sketches, ink drawings (partially coloured), and small paintings, some of which are signed by Mark Young Stark; and a small case of architect’s tools labelled as being those of Geo. Ed. Street.

Stark, Mark Young
CA ON00313 1973-8014 & 1984-4003 · Fonds · 1858-1958 and microfilmed 1973 (originally created 1837-1900)

Fonds consists of minutes, reports and histories of Knox Presbyterian Church (Elora, Ont.). Specifically, fonds consists of: Session minutes (1837-1850, 1859-1900); the church constitution (1870), Annual Reports (1910, 1925-1932, 1934, 1935-1944, 1945-1949, 1951-1953, 1955-1958); a Financial Report (1858); two histories (1937) and a Broadsheet "To the Members of Knox Church, Elora" Open letter from Henry Wissler concerning complaint against the Rev. John McInnes relating to the introduction of the Book of Praise (1898).

Knox Presbyterian Church (Elora, Ont.)
CA ON00313 1974-4002 & 1990-4001 · Fonds · 1880-1989

Fonds consists of registers, minutes and other records of Caven Presbyterian Church (Exeter, Ont.). Specifically, records consist of; a Baptismal Register (1880-1954); Marriage Registers (1896-1928, 1929-1959); Session minutes (1861-1911); Communion Rolls (1880-1918, 1920-1961); annual financial statements (1892, 1906, 1919-1921); Annual Reports (1923-1928, 1929-1947, 1950-1961, 1964-1968, 1971-1974, 1976-1978, 1981-1983, 1987, 1989); Congregational meetings (1879-1932, 1968-1979); Board of Managers meeting minutes (1879-1908, 1903-1934, 1968-1979); Account Books (1918-1920, 1928-1936); W.M.S minutes (1923-1954, 1959-1962); a published history and historical sketch (1961)and other records.

Caven Presbyterian Church (Exeter, Ont.)
CA ON00313 1974-4011 · Fonds · 1858-1953

Fonds consists of, Baptismal Registers (1858-1950); Session minutes (1858-1951); Communion Rolls (1932-1946) and Congregational meeting minutes (1893-1953) of Town Line Presbyterian Church (Essa, Ont.).

Town Line Presbyterian Church (Essa, Ont.)
CA ON00313 1975-4003 & 1989-4035 & 1990-4010 & 1990-4014 · Fonds · 1910-1966 and microfilmed 1990, 1996 (originally created 1958-1989, 1959-1993)

Fonds consists of registers, minutes and other records of Westminster-St. Paul's Presbyterian Church (Guelph, Ont.). Records consist of: Baptisms (1958-1989, 1959-1966, 1972-1986); Marriages (1914-1966, 1959-1983); Deaths (1942-1946); Session minutes (1913-1959, 1956-1973,1959-1989); Communion Rolls (1914-1932, 1935-1978); Congregational Meetings minutes (1913-1959); Annual Meetings (1958-1987); Board of Managers minutes (1960-1989, 1992-1993) and Sunday School minutes and register (1910-1926).

Westminster-St. Paul's Presbyterian Church (Guelph, Ont.)
CA ON00313 1976-4009 · Fonds · 1896-1975

Fonds consists of minutes, orders of service and other records of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church (Dresden, Ont.). The records include, Session minutes (1919-1968); Orders of Service (1967, 1971, 1972, 1975); Board of Managers minutes (1896-1917); Congregational meeting minutes (1896-1917); WMS minutes (1896-1904, 1909-1941, 1948-1968); an historical sketch of the WMS (1971) and a One Hundredth Anniversary History (1972).

St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church (Dresden, Ont.)
CA ON00313 1976-4011 · Fonds · 1848-1955

Fonds consists of registers, minutes and other records of Calvin Presbyterian Church (East Wawanosh Township, Ont.). Records consist of: a Baptismal Register (1848-1955); a Marriage Register (1896-1942); Session minutes (1882-1935, 1935-1953); Minutes of joint meetings with Langside Presbyterian Church and Whitechurch, ON (1920, 1934, 1941, 1954); Session report (1929-1952); Session correspondence (1933, 1941); Communion Roll (1883-1949); a list of members requesting certificates of leaving to enter United Church (1925); Congregation minutes (1880-1942); Account Book (1903-1914, 1882-1902); Financial statement (1926-1927) and a Sabbath School report (1936).

Calvin Presbyterian Church (East Wawanosh Township, Ont.)
CA ON00313 1977-4007 · Fonds · 1877-1965

Fonds consists of: a Baptismal Register (1877-1965) which also includes baptisms at Skipness Congregation (1893-1904); Congregational minutes (1885-1915, 1950-1965) for Elsinore Presbyterian Church (Ont.).

Elsinore Presbyterian Church (Ont.)
CA ON00313 1979-4005 & 1977-4018 & 2001-8006 & 1973-8010 · Fonds · 1912-1976 and microfilmed 1973, 2001 (originally created 1926-1973, 1955-1999)

Fonds consists of registers, minutes and other records of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church (Duncan, B.C.). Records on microfilm include, Baptisms (1926-1952, 1955-1999); Marriages (1929-1962); Deaths (1927-1952); Session minutes (1954-1973, 1971-1996); a Communion Roll (1938); a Membership List (1933-1936) and Board of Managers accounts (1944-1953). Textual records include, a Session report (1948); Statistical reports (1948-1951, 1954-1956); Congregational Annual reports (1974-1975); Congregational Directories (1974-1976); Board of Managers correspondence (1912-1936); Treasurer's reports and financial statements (1932, 1934-1935, 1950); a Weekly offering account book (1934-1943); WMS & Women's Guild Reports (1950), Sunday School reports (1949-1950) and an announcement for a Lecture series given by Rev. A. F. Munro.

St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church (Duncan, B.C.)