File consists of two zinc plates showing a photograph of Dana Porter.
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Bronze coin from Poseidonia (Paestum, Italy). Obverse shows Poseidon walking with a trident, and the reverse shows a bull standing on a line.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamMetal printing plate with an inscription for the invitation of Helen Esther Breithaupt and Allen Edward Duffield.
Breithaupt Hewetson Clark familyFile consists of nineteen cardboard plates used to make prints of a Karsh photograph of Dana Porter.
Porter, Dana HarrisProof plate of Norman C. Schneider likely used for election campaign posters.
Schneider, Norman ChristophFile consists of one ruler from the Provincial Tire Company. Tag line on the ruler reads "Canada's largest tire sales organization Dominion Royal Tires."
Dominion Rubber CompanyFile consists of one metal plate etching of Alice Riggs Hunt used for publicity.
Hunt, Alice RiggsTwo Queen Elizabeth II coronation medals. Betty Schneider notes these were probably given to M.P.s to commemorate the Queen's visit to Canada.
Schneider, Norman ChristophPorcupine quill box made of birch with decorative porcupine quills. Quills are in three colours - natural, purple, and blue and are arranged in geometric patterns are well as images of flowers.
Buchanan, BarbaraFile consists of one white ceramic apothecary jar with a ceramic lid. A painted label on the jar reads "radix palmae christi." The jar is 25 cm high and 36 cm in circumference.
University of Waterloo. School of Pharmacy.A small mirror with a photograph of Henry Ratz and his wife on the verso.
Augustine, Ham, Kaufman familyCast iron nameplate featuring the name S.H. Ratz. This nameplate was possibly used by Simon. H. Ratz.
Ratz FamilyFile consists of fifteen small party favour red ensign flags. The flags are silk and are on wooden posts. Twelve are in the original package which states they are made in Japan.
Alpha Delta Kappa. Province of Ontario ChapterA replica of the 2018 Nobel Prize for Physics medal that was awarded to optical physicist Donna Strickland and Gérard Mourou (Haut-collège of École Polytechnique) for their Chirped Pulse Amplification (CPA) technique. File also includes a blue medal case.
University of Waterloo. Office of the President.Silver didrachm from Rhodes (Greece) showing on the obverse the radiate head of Helios and on the reverse a rose.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSix ribbon bars issued to Cameron Hill. The ribbon bars correspond to the five medals awarded to Cameron Hill for his service in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War including the 1939-1945 Star, the Africa Star, the Defence Medal, the Canadian Volunteer War Medal, and the 1939-1945 War Medal.
Hill, Cameron ClareFile consists of four ribbons collected by the Rieder Anthes family. Two are campaign ribbons showing support for Sir Oliver Mowat, premier of Ontario. One is a mourning ribbon for Queen Victoria and one is a ribbon of support for Canadian troops in the Second Boer War. The Boer War ribbon has been stamped "J.I. Frank Anthes Nov. 5 1900."
Rieder and Anthes familyObverse: Laureate head facing right. Legend: FL(avius) VAL(erius) CONSTANTIVS NOB(ilissimus) CAES(ar)
Reverse: Genius standing left, pouring out patera (no liquid visible) and holding cornucopia. Legend: GENIO POPV-L-I ROMANI. Exergue/Mint marks: XXI/Γ//ALE(xandria)
Silver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Nerva and on the reverse Fortuna standing holding rudder and cornucopiae.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Septimius Severus and on the obverse Victory flying holding a wreath.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Tiberius and the reverse Livia seated on a throne. This is often referred to as a Tribute Penny, being the coin that Jesus refers to during his �Give unto Caesar speech.�
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Severus Alexander and on the reverse Mars holding an olive branch and a sceptre.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Commodus and on the reverse victory walking holding a wreath.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Liberty and on the reverse the consul Lucius Junius Brutus walking left, between two lictors, carrying fasces over their shoulders, and preceded by an accensus. The coin was minted by Marcus Junius Brutus during the reign of Julius Caesar.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Septimius Severus and on the obverse Neptune with a trident.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Hadrian and on the reverse Aegyptos reclining with an ibis and sistrum.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Septimius Severus and on the obverse victory walking holding a wreath and a palm.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamBronze dupondius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Nero and on the reverse winged victory holding a wreath and a palm branch.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Ancus Marcius and on the reverse an equestrian rider on a five arched aqueduct. The coin was struck by Lucius Marcius Philippus, who claimed descent from Ancus Marcius.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome showing on the obverse the head of Venus wearing a stephane, pendant earring and necklace. The reverse shows a trophy of Gallic arms with bound captives at the base.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Julia Domna and the reverse Felicitas standing holding a sceptre and caduceus.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Roma and on the reverse the dioscuri mounted on horses.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamBronze coin from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Claudius and on the reverse Minerva advancing with a spear and a shield and the letters SC.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of King Titus Tatius and on the reverse Tarpeia being tortured.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of King Titus Tatius and on the reverse two Sabine women being carried by soldiers.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Trajan and on the reverse Aequitas standing left, holding scales and cornucopiae.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Antoninus Pius and on the reverse Fortuna standing holding a cornucopiae and a rudder on a globe.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Caracalla and on the reverse victory on prow.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamBronze coin from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Maxentius and the reverse showing the Dioscuri Castor and Pollus seated each other each holding a bridled horse and scepter.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamBronze coin from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Germanicus and on the reverse the letters SC.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamBronze coin from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Janus on the reverse the letters ACAE.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Rome and on the reverse the she-wolf with Romulus and Remus.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Clodius Albinus and on the reverse Rome leading on a shield holding the palladium.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamBronze coin from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Augustus and on the reverse the facade of the Ara Providentiae Augusti with Provident below. This coin was minted during the reign of Tiberius in honour of the deification of Augustus.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Domitian and on the reverse Minerva brandishing a spear and a shield.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the Cybele with a turreted crown and on the reverse Bacchius Judeaus (Aristobulus II, High Priest and King of Judaea) holding an olive branch and the reigns of a camel.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Marcus Aurelius and on the reverse Honos carrying an olive branch and cornucopiae.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Vespasian and on the reverse priestly implements
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver denarius from Rome (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Vespasian and on the reverse Pax seated holding and olive-branch and a caduceus.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamRotary Club of Kitchener plaque presented to Norman C. Schneider that reads: "Rotary Club of Kitchener : for loyal and devoted service above self, presented to Norm Schneider, 1927-1966, President 1932-1933, Feb. 1966”
Schneider familyRotary Club of Kitchener plaque presented to Norman C. Schneider: "Presented to N.C. (Norm) Schneider, in recognition of 50 years of service above self in the Rotary Club of Kitchener, 1927-1977."
Schneider familyRotary International certificate and one 50-year membership card presented to Norman C. Schneider that reads: "Rotary International 50 year membership award to N.C. Norm Schneider of the Rotary Club of Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, a member of Rotary International . . . [Signed] Rolf J. Vlarich, President, Rotary International.
Schneider familyRotary International certificate presented to Norman C. Schneider that reads: "Rotary International: on the occasion of his visit to Area 8 of Rotary International District 709, President Ernesto Imbassahy de Mello presented to N.C. Schneider this award in appreciation of meeting the obligation of a Paul Harris fellow, June 1975."
Schneider familyRotary International plaque presented to Norman C. Schneider that reads: "Congratulations Rotarian : N.C. (Norm) Schneider, in recognition of fifty years of service above self, 1927-1977."
Schneider familyRotary International certificate and medal presented to Norman C. Schneider that reads: "The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International. N.C. Schneider is hereby named a Paul Harris Fellow in appreciation of tangible and significant assistance given for the furtherance of better understanding and friendly relations between peoples of the world, June 1975." [Signed] William F. Walk, Jr., Chairman.
Schneider familyA medal and lapel pin that belonged to Cameron Hill that were likely given to him during the Royal Air Forces Ex-P.O.W. Association reunion held in Southampton, England in 1987. Also includes the original box that the medal and lapel pin were received and stored in.
Hill, Cameron ClareA reproduction of a prisoners' parcel or box similar to those distributed to Allied prisoners of war by the British Red Cross and Order of St. John War Organisation. The reproduction parcel does not include any food, clothing, soap, cigarettes or other items that would have typically been sent inside the box to prisoners of war.
This reproduction parcel belonged to Cameron Hill and was likely given to him during the Royal Air Forces Ex-P.O.W. Association international reunion for kriegies held in London, United Kingdom from May 13-16, 1977.
Hill, Cameron ClareTwo cufflinks that belonged to Cameron Hill authorized by the Royal Canadian Air Force Association.
Hill, Cameron ClareA Royal Canadian Air Force blazer crest that was likely purchased by Cameron Hill after the Second World War.
Hill, Cameron ClareSix buttons that were issued to Cameron Hill by the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War likely as part of his service dress uniform.
Canada. Royal Canadian Air ForceA Royal Canadian Air Force jacket badge that was acquired by Cameron Hill during or after the Second World War.
Canada. Royal Canadian Air ForceFile consists of one clear glass apothecary bottle with a glass stopper. A painted glass label on the bottle reads "Sacchar. Lact." which is short for Saccharum Lactis. The bottle is 20 cm high and 23 cm in circumference.
University of Waterloo. School of Pharmacy.Salvation Army Advisory Board certificate presented to Norman C. Schneider that reads: "The Salvation Army. Norman Schneider has been elected a Life Member of the Salvation Army Advisory Board in recognition of outstanding service, Kitchener, Dec. 31, 1976." Signed by the Public Relations Secretary and the Territorial Commander. Both signatures illegible.
Schneider familySeries consists of artifacts collected by or presented to Norman C. Schneider, but which are not personalized. These are objects and framed items. Included are certificates, medals, plaques, etc.
Schneider, Norman ChristophInscribed plaque from Church of the Good Shepherd, "In memory of John M. Schneider 1859-1942 who loved this church";
Schneider familyCollection consists of artefacts from the School of Pharmacy, including pharmacy bottles and a register of poisons.
Also included in this collection were 36 historic pharmacy books that can be found in the catalogue
University of Waterloo. School of Pharmacy.Patches from schools including Brighton, and MacGregor.
Johnston, MaryOne "Seduction" board game, a board game designed for two "swinging" couples. The game is complete with board, pieces and cards.
Dynamic GamesFile consists of a keepsake box and sewing kit received by Martha Rieder for Christmas, 1892, from John and Carrie Breithaupt. Box is red velvet with a painting of two birds on the top (painting cracked and flaking off in some places). Contents of the box include:
- sewing kit items (needle case, needle, hook, thimble, etc.),
- pin cushion for displaying trinkets,
- 2 trinkets (birch bark canoe, souvenir of [?] tower),
- small paper fan with painting of matador and bull,
- mother of pearl bottle with decorative metal trim and cork stopper (scent flask?),
- clam shells attached with metal hinges and painted with flowers (souveinr of Niagara Falls [?]; paint flaking off; containing some type of fragrant material?),
- red velvet coin purse with leather interior containing a miniature pocket knife and coins (5 cents Canadian 1902, 5 cents US 1895, 25 cents US 1895).
Box also contains ms. note: "Martha M. Anthes, Christmas 1892, from Carrie and John."
Rieder and Anthes familyMaterials related to the medal commemorating the Silver Jubilee of the Reign of Queen Elizabeth II. Includes medal, with the case, information about the medal, and certificate awarding the medal to A. R. Kaufman.
Kaufman, A. R. (Alvin Ratz)Bronze coin from Siscia (modern day Sisak, Croatia) showing on the obverse the head of Probus and on the reverse Mars holding a spear and a trophy.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamBronze follis from Siscia (modern day Sisak, Croatia) showing on the obverse the head of Diocletian and on the reverse Genius holding a patera and cornucopiae.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamOne slate and slate pencil.
Schantz Russell FamilyOne school slate with a wooden frame and fabric accents.
Johnston, MaryOne school slate with a wooden frame and fabric accents used by Henry B. Bowman during the years 195-1908 while a student at Central School in Waterloo.
Bowman, HenryOne school slate with a wooden frame.
Johnston, MaryOne school slate with a wooden frame and an accompanying slate pencil. A note on the slate indicates that it was used by Henry B. Bowman (1900-1991), his father Abraham Bowman (1874-1964), Henry's grandfather Levi B. Bowman (1851-1927) and Henry's great-great-grandfather (1789-1866).
Bowman, HenryOne box of unused slate pencils, likely made of sandstone, used for writing on slates.
Johnston, MaryRobert Hanselman's slide rule (model Polylog No. 930, created by Diwa of Denmark) and leather case. According to Hanselman, he used the slide rule in his first class (likely Physics) which could have been one of the University of Waterloo's first classes.
File consists of one wooden sock darner.
Rex, KayFile consists of three patches, for the 1973 Air Canada Silver Broom, the 1974 Air Canada Silver Broom and the 1976 European Curling Championship as well as one sticker for the 1977 Uniroyal world junior curling championship.
Dominion Rubber CompanyMaterials created and collected by Jim Keron pertaining to Summer Weekend 68, a multi-day event with activities and musical performances for the university community organized by the Federation of Students (now known as the Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association or WUSA) from July 4-8, 1968. Some of the activities held during Summer Weekend 68 included a boat race, casino night, professional wrestling match, skateboarding and tandem bike competition, and a concert by Little Fillimore. File includes Jim Keron's application to be Chairman of Summer Weekend 68, correspondence, notes, budget statements, event descriptions, stickers, two stamps, event passes, tickets to the semi-formal dance dubbed 'Christmas in July,' and twenty posters (some duplicates). In addition, the file contains one press clipping from the Kitchener-Waterloo Record and several issues of The Chevron that featured advertisements or reviews of Summer Weekend 68. The specific issues of The Chevron included are listed below:
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Friday, May 10, 1968 (v.9, n.1)
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Friday, May 17, 1968 (v.9, n.2)
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Friday, May 24, 1968 (v.9, n.3)
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Friday, May 31, 1968 (v.9, n.4)
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Friday, June 7, 1968 (v.9, n.5)
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Friday, June 14, 1968 (v.9, n.6)
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Friday, June 21, 1968 (v.9, n.7)
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Friday, June 28, 1968 (v.9, n.8)
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Friday, July 5, 1968 (v.9, n.9)
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Friday, July 12, 1968 (v.9, n.10)
Silver stater from Sybaris, Lucania (in Italy). The observe shows a bull standing on a dotted exergual line with the head inverted. Reverse the same incuse.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamElectrotype coin from Syracuse (in two parts) showing on one coin the head of Apollo and on the other the head of Artemis.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamElectrotype tetradrachm from Syracuse (on Sicily, Italy) showing the bust of Queen Philistis I on the obverse and on the reverse a quadriga driven by Nike.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver litra from Syracuse (Italy) showing on the obverse the head of Arethusa and on the reverse an octopus.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamElectrotype coin from Syracuse showing on the obverse the head of the nymph Arethusa with a reed crown, surrounded by three dolphins and the reverse a quadriga facing left with a driver holding the reigns and a kentron. A triskele appears above the quadriga and below "ΣYPAKOΣIΩN."
Pyke, Edgar WilliamBronze tetradrachm coin from Syracuse (Italy) showing on the obverse a diadem head of Hieron II and on the reverse a horseman on a horse prancing right. The coin was minted in the time of Hieron II.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamElectrum litrae from Syracuse showing on the obverse the head of Apollo and on the reverse a lyre.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamElectrotype tetradrachm from Syracuse (on Sicily) showing on the obverse the head of Hercules wearing the head of the Nemean Lion and the reverse showing Zeus seated holding an eagle. The coin dates from the reign of Alexander IV.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver drachma from Syria showing on the obverse the head of Antiochus III and on the reverse Apollo seated.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamOne embroidered tablecloth made by Lizzie Flagler and given to Etta White upon her marriage to Ward White. Also includes an excerpt of an item of correspondence discussing the table cloth. Lizzie is the sister of Etta's bother's Orpheus' wife Carrie.
Schantz Russell FamilySilver tetradrachm from Tenedos, Troas (modern day Turkey) showing on the obverse Janiform heads of Zeus and Hera, and on the reverse a bipennis with a cluster of grapes and a vase.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver obol from Thasos (Thrace, now Greece) showing on the obverse a Satyr and on the reverse an amphora.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamSilver drachma from Thasos (Thrace, now Greece) showing on the obverse a naked ithyphallic Satyr carrying off a protesting nymph and on the reverse an incuse quadripartite square.
Pyke, Edgar WilliamOne box of American solid finest quality drawing crayons produced by the American Crayon Co.
Johnston, MaryA button advertising The Bombshelter Pub at the University of Waterloo.
Telegdi, Andrew Peter