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Fonds contains one minute book from the local Medicine Hat chapter of the National Council of Women.

The fonds consist of: Valli family correspondence (1917-2000); various achievement certificates (1896-2008); unpublished poetry and artwork of Lois Valli (nee Pinder) (1932-2001); Lois Valli's published works: "Prairie Wool" (1991), "Prairie Winds" (1993), and "Childrens' Stories from Grandma" (1993); newspaper clippings from the Brooks Bulletin, Edmonton Journal, Hanna Herald, the Family Herald and Weekly Star -Montreal, The Canadian Intelligence Service, Alberta Farm Magazine, The Brooks and County Chronicle, The Calgary Eye Opener, The Calgary Herald (-2008); various family legal documents, financial documents and personal papers (1938-2008); daily journals of Lois Valli (1996-2002), M.A. Valli (1936-1950), and Gilda Valli (1985-2004).

Fonds consists of: 5 maps of Medicine Hat and area including planning maps and physical relief maps relating to possible development (1959?); First Holy Communion certificates for Jacob and Emily Weisbeck (1916); 61 photographs pertaining to Ethel Weisbeck, her family, and friends at St Theresa College (1930-1951); Three editions of the St Theresa College (St Theresa's Academy) year book "Ripples" (1945-1947); One edition of "Pebbles", St Theresa College's (St Theresa's Academy's) monthly school newsletter compiled yearly (1946); Newspaper clippings related to the Jefferey Holland controversy (1959-1960); Weiszbeck/Thommes Family History (196-?); General Plan for Medicine Hat by the Medicine Hat District Planning Commission (1959); St Theresa College Graduation pamphlet (1947); Pamphlet of Graduation exercises for the Royal Conservatory of Music (1951).

Fonds consists of: 23 images relating to Irene Bellagente's activities with the Women of the Moose (WOTM). These record the activities of the Medicine Hat Chapter, Irene's role as Senior Regent, and her role as Deputy Grand Regent for Alberta, including her representation of the province at the 1958 North America-wide convention; Scrapbook recording Irene's time as Senior Regent (1952-1953). The scrapbook contains photos and clippings;Numerous newspaper clippings;Correspondence, information, and invites from the head office of the WOTM, Illinois, as well as the local organization;Program for the Moose Memorial Service, July 7, 1957;Floor plan for the Medicine Hat Moose Lodge, demolished ca. 2008.

Consists of assorted records pertaining to the activities of the recreational singing group the "Shandelles", including: A History of the Shandelles Ladies Chorus 1964-1974, as well as a program and letter regarding the 1979 Medicine Hat citizen of the year; The Shandelles ledger, detailing their financial activity from January, 1967- October, 1975; Newspaper clipping regarding the announcement of the Shandelles annual concert; Lyrics to "We Are So Blue"; Shandelles informal correspondence, including: ten thank-you cards and a thank-you note, a post card, an invitation, and a receipt, all addressed to the Shandelles; A series of 34 cards, two notes, and an invitation, addressed to Alex Shand and the Shandelles; Papers in regard to the "Symphony and Song" concert presented by the Little Symphony and the Shandelles, including: one business card advertising the event, four newspaper clippings, two letters of invitation to the event, five letters of thanks for contributions to the success of the event, a program, and an outline of event duties as part of the planning process. Also included in the file, is a booklet, "Community Organization File, Volunteer Service Bureau 1973"; A series of letters sent to and from, the disbanded members of the Shandelles and the reunion committee, in regards of a 1990 reunion; "The Constitution and By-Laws of Shandelles"; Shandelles minutes, itinerary, and other association papers; The Shandelles scrapbook, contained within is a brief biographical write up, public notices and reports, as well as newspaper clippings, programs for various events, letters and notes of thanks, "Shandelles bulletins", certificates awarded to the Shandelles for placing in competitions, also some of the last pages were used as a guest book for Alex Shand's 1978 Citizen of the Year banquet, and the 1990 Shandelle reunion; 7 Shandelles posters, advertising their upcoming performances [ca.1969]. Also included are various musical materials including programmes from performances the Shands were involved with, including but no limited to the Shandelles, hand-wirtten and gestetner sheet music, two short newsletters, and production notes.

The fonds consist of: Various financial documents such as cheque vouchers, chequebook, cheque register, petty cash vouchers,1 ledger, account statements,deposit books and statements of profit and loss; association documents including correspondence, brochures (11); Presentation materials including transparencies, display board material; various manuals and handbooks including:
The PSI Model Division Bylaws booklet,The PSI Western Canada Division Bylaws and Standing Rules, New Chapter Formation Manual, Courtesies in PSI - A Guide (2), Degrees of Excellence-Recognition Plus Awards Program (2),Impact PSI - How to Plan and Hold a Successful Membership Recruitment Meeting (3),Completing the Circle - Orienting and Involving Your New Members, a Guide for Chapter Leaders (3),How to Gain Members and Keep Them Forever (2),Good Programs: The Heart Of A Strong Chapter,So You're In Charge- What Now?,A Guide on How to: Raise Money Recruit Members and Gain Publicity, "A Summary Report. Today's Secretary, "A Changing Profession in a Changing World" (1991),"Maximizing the Potential, Degrees of Excellence" (1994/1995), and "PSI, Partners in Business" (1989/1990) and The Professional Secretaries International Marketing Source book (1991); a scrapbook; 37 photographs; 3 floppy discs containing presentation materials; 2 envelopes of lapel pins, 1 rubber marking stamp; guest books (3) (1993-1996), annual reports, Professional Secretarial Certification application, newspaper clippings regarding PSI and Secretaries Week proclamation, Professional Secretaries International monthly newsletters – “The Desk” (13) [1990-1996]; "Medicine Hat Women in Focus" vol. 1, No.1 April/May 1994 (3); 2 certificates of achievement (1989-1990); PSI Seal Stickers, Blank PSI Stationary sheets; Greeting Cards (2); Professional Secretaries International, Medicine Hat Chapter Charter (1989); Minutes and newsletters from the Western Canada Board of Directors addressed to Chapter Presidents; Directories and rosters such as Professional Secretaries International, Western Canada Division Directory (1996/1997), PSI Directory in full (U.S. and Canada), as well as the PSI Medicine Hat Chapter Roster (2) (1991,1995) and the PSI Medicine Hat Chapter Executive Officers roster (1990/1991); Luncheon Programs (2) – “You’re Terrific”.

Fonds consist of: Kate MacDonald's education papers including a Report of Inspector of Schools [February 8, 1929],Riverside School Register [1936-1937], Medicine Hat Public School student enrollment list sheets for the years 1922 through 1935; Booklets and magazines: Tourist souvenir book "The Picturesque Rideau Route" - Between the Cities of Kingston and Ottawa. (1900), "Jubilee Echoes", an Ottawa Normal School, Fall Term (1899) publication.The Alberta Teachers Alliance Magazine - Official organ of the Alberta Teachers' Alliance, Vol. 3, No.1 (June, 1922).
"The Canadian Magazine", Vol. LV. No. 1 ( May, 1920); Newspaper pages and clippings; Correspondence: A letter written to Miss MacDonald by an Isabella Bayzee (?) (December 23, 1917); Envelope (June 5, 1911), 2 Postcards [ca.1910], 2 black and white photographs.

Scrapbook contents regarding the accomplishments of Lillian Gust as well as the Gust grocery stores. Two pages of biographical information regarding Samuel and Lillian Gust, written by daughter, Frances Woywitka (nee Gust). A report drafted by Lillian Gust to the Quota Club, after her attendance at a conference in Victoria as a delegate. Newspaper Clipping: "Ald. Gust Discusses Govt. Career Women". Student paper: "Women of the Medicine Hat City Council". A framed Medicine Hat Chapter Imperial Order Daughters of the Empire certificate made out to Frances Gust.

Consists of administrative paperwork primarily concerned with the Worlds of Women Together's work in developing their catering service, including a grant application including a business proposal, letters of support and financial information. There are also letters of support. Also included is a menu, contact lists, information regarding the executive of the organisation and media coverage.

Fonds consists of: minutes from Rebekah lodges from southern Alberta including; Prairie Flower Lodge 1913-1919; Glenada Lodge 1912-1927; and Wildey Lodge 1930-2006.