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Title: Letter to Angus McKay from [?]:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Incorporated A.D. 1670. The Hudson's Bay Company. Personal. Prince Albert, Sask. Jan. 18th. 1907. Dear Sir, Mr. Cumines came in a few days ago intending to take out a stock of goods, about two sleigh loads, with which to do some trading for himself. He relied principally on his share of the "scrip deal" for the money which to buy. He selected stock from the stores up town, Geo. Baker's, Fred Baker's etc. etc., which they had packed ready for his departure today. Unfortunately for Cumines, Coleridge would not stand to the bargain made and he had no money to pay for the goods selected which the merchants, I learn, will not let go without the cash down. I believe Cumines gave Coleridge a tongue threshing yesterday at the "Windsor" calling him a thief, liar, etc. in the presence of many witnesses. Cumines is, I think, still in town. From Cumines I have learned that Coleridge, he believes, had possession of Halcrow's scrip certificates, transfers, etc. and if such be true it is doubtful if he will ever see them or the proceeds again. He will tell them "You put no money into this business." McDonald, I believe, was bought out pretty cheap by Colerdige for T.O. Davis and I think took a considerable part of his pay in lad at Warman of doubtful value. Cumines tells me that he was promised $1,000.000 for his fidelity and work for the "gang" and he heartily wishes he had smashed the combination as he could have done. It is doubtful if McDonald or Halcrow will come out of the deal as well as if they had taken their chances with the rest as we did. Cumines I suppose will go back to Isle a la Crosses and when he gets there he will spread consternation among those who, like himself, are awaiting their reward for the infidelity to the Company. Yours faithfully, [?] - Angus McKay Esq., Isle a la Crosse - I hope my [?] on this "Personal" does not cause the [?] the Crowe-Lockhart did! even if it is 50 years later!!"
Call Number: Angus McKay - Folder 2 - Box 2

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from Thomas Anderson:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Incorporated A.D. 1670 Hudson's Nay Company - Private - Isle a la Crosse 15th Jany 1902 - My dear Angus, There is no news of any importance in this part of his Majesties domain but as I find an opportunity I drop you a few lines. I am all alone at present - [?] I sent to La Loche after New Years to help Sedley to square up his books and accounts but he will be back again before the send of the month. I am not getting much fur this month but still more than this month last year. I have not heard from my Outposts since New Year the Indians are having fine weather for hunting. Andrew Boyd dies around Christmas Time he was a very decent fellow I was sorry for him. The time is passing here as pleasantly as one can expect in an inland Post. I hear my friend Marcelin is getting pretty sick of fur trading. I don't think he will trouble the company long at this place. I hear there is very little probability of Scrip being issued at Isle a la Crosse next summer the Grits[?] will hold in [?] near election times. I had a letter from Christie he was well also one from Bell the latter was in an Office in London when he wrote - he will find a considerable difference between La Loche and London. I see by the papers the C P Railroad is coming with to Prince Albert. It will boom the place at least for a time it looked like if it required it. I am sending a couple of letters for the mail please post them. Send the Cardigan Jacket if you possibly can I was obliged to sell my own to an Indian and [?] it replaced so charge it to Isle a la Crosse I am getting greatly short of [?] I calculated I will come up to the $18,000 if not more. I [?] [?] I should pay one of my Outposts get 21 Marten skins from one Indian [?] New Year. I hear there is lots of opposition in the lower part of the Saskatchewan District - we have had our share it is their turn now where there is opposition it is better that there should be strong opposition several parties as they sooner kill each other out. I had a letter lately from Nicol[?] Snider he is trying to get his pension from the H.B.C. the Lord help us he gave the Company great assistance last summer when we were newly stuck fro freighters. He deserves a pension. The proposed pension fund being carried by the H.B.C. I hear is only for Clerks and other employees which I am glad to hear as it is only fair the Commissioned Officers got their Salaries and return allowance for a number of years. McDougall I hear has sent in his resignation about time for him McDougall, Clarke and others will leave in disgust now they learn no pension for them. Hoping to see you early in March and with respect to Mrs McKay and all the family, I remain, yours truly, Thos. Anderson"
Call Number: 385 Corr - Thos. Anderson

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from J.E. Stewart:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Battleford 28th August /83 - My dear Angus, I was in so great a hurry when I sent those seals for the Power of Attorney that I had no time to say anything of my doings and trip to Battleford. I enjoyed my trip on the Manitoba immensely, the young ladies were charming and we had a good time all together, organized a brass Band McClelland played the cornet, Barber big drum on the smokestack, I [?] the concertina and some other wonderful instruments. We sat up pretty late generally and invaded the pantry when everybody else was in bed. When we got here, William was kind enough to lend me his rig and I had the pleasure of driving the ladies round town. I suppose you heard of the grand ball we had in their honor, music, banjo, violin and guitar, splendid ballroom in Government House, lofty ceiling etc. and the ladies all jolly as possible. I feel rather lovely now that they have all gone away. Did you see the charming Miss Gough on her way down, I expect D. is rather struck in that quarter judging by the number of letters and parcels he was sending her; he gave William special instructions to make the Steamboat wait for her ha! ha! ha! I wish I could convey a laugh on paper. Bad give-away about that ball of his, its all over the place here and I expect Edmonton will have it too, as McLise has gone up there, I always spell his name wrong, however it does not matter I guess you will know it all right. Delisle I suppose is still grumpy over that house, I laughed on the trip when I thought of his discomfiture, I expect it will rankle in his little bosom quite a while. William was telling me quite a lot of yarns about him, be sure and burn this scribble. The shop here is a pretty tough looking hole after the P.A. drygoods depart. I would not blame the ladies if they were afraid to come in as it looks like a spider's den all cobwebs and dust, however I suppose we shall be better off in a year or two; William has been living in a tent all summer fancy; his dwelling house was so ruined that he had to make a warehouse of it. It amuses me to point out high water mark to customers. I forgot to congratulate you on your appointment I wonder how Heart likes the change. I used to be awfully jealous of him. I suppose you are quite independent, and don't care a 'hang' for anybody. Remember me strongly to Gaveen and Agnew, and hoping to hear from you again soon. I remain yours sincerely, J.E. Stewart P.S. I heard McNaughton was so ill when he got to E that he cold move a muscle but I believe he is much better now. If you want the money for second paymt let me know and I will get W Clarke to give it to you.

Title: Envelope from the City of Prince Albert:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Envelope with "City of Prince Albert" on front and 3 cent stamp - state stamp reads "Prince Albert Aug 2 2 PM 1947 Sask."
Call Number: 385 Corr - Fathers Teston and Rapert

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from G.A. Macuaughton:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Huntingdon, 13th Feby 1884 - Dear Angus, Yours of sometime ago received in due time and contents noted. I was very sorry to hear of the death of your father it must be lonesome for you at Fort Pitt without him, also for your dear mother do you intend to remain there? is Stewart at Battleford yet? I suppose Davison and the rest of the boys are at P.A. is Davison married yet? Well Angus, I am having a good time this winter - the best I have had for years. I have just returned from the Carnival at Montreal, saw a great many Winnipegers there. I do not know that I will return to that Country for the H.B.Coy [?] Dept again I am [?] of the Rheumatism. I am thinking of going into business here, but I have not left the company and if I go back you will see me next summer they want me to attend to the Western business. You can send me the money for the photograph here as soon as you can. I suppose I will get [?] sometime. Is Mr Hast[?] still with the Coy I have been expecting to hear from him for some time. Give my respect to all [?] friends and accept my best wishes yourself. Your friend [?] G.A. Macuaughton"
Call Number: 385 Corr - Various

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from William McKay:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Fort Pitt 9th Nov 1875. My dear Angus, Your Mother came up all safe from Red River She reached Carlton on the 14 September. She remained at Carlton a long time till I came back from the Green Lake round the second trip. This is no 10 days since we came up to Fort Pitt. William is to winter at Green Lake Post with Mr Nickle [?] he was quite well when I saw him last. George and Tom also, Tom's wife had a son born on the 7 October [?] and [?] were both well. At Carlton they were all well we are now living into our New house at Fort Pitt. George is to go back to St. John's College again next Spring. I am sorry that he even left it was a folly for him doing so. Trusting that this letter may reach yourself and Brothers in good health, and that you are all doing well at School. I was glad to hear that you had gained the prize McCallum Scholar Ship, the Bishop wrote me about you all he speaks very highly of Jimmy[?] and of Gilbert also. tell Joe to try hard and learn his lessons well. I shall be very glad to hear that my youngest son is turning out to be a clever boy at School. I could not expect much from Joe his first year but his second year at School I expect to hear that he is getting on well and going a head of a good [?] of his age. Please tell Joe this. I am not writing to all of your Brother's only to yourself. I will write to you all by the winter packet in March when I write to the Bishop I will tell him to give you $15 of the Prize Money you gained. The Bishop write me that the money would come in as past payment for to pay for your Schooling but I wish you to get the half of it, to spend as you wish yourself. I will write the Bishop in March. Please give my kindest regards to your Uncle Henry and his wife. Tell your brothers to write me by the winter packet that comes up this way from Fort Garry. We heard from Harriet lately they were all well. Your mother writes with our Love to yourself and Brothers, and wishing you a pleasant winter. I remain, your affectionate Father, W. McKay - your Mother has mad arrangements with your Uncle Henry to pass your Holiday's at his place. I told your Mother to do so when she went down. W. McKay"
Call Number: 385 Corr - McKay family - Father (Wm)

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from Henry McKay:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Fort McLeod April 27th 84. My dear brother, Gilbert had received your last letter dated from Pitt. How glad I am that mamma has gone down to Prince Albert. It will be the best place for her to pass the remainder of her life. We can all surely pay her a visit once in awhile. You must find Pitt a very dull place compared to Prince Albert, however we can't all have the choosing of our situations. I got a very nice letter from James I am now answering all letter so I write you all. I will very likely apply for leave to go down to Prince Albert to visit mamma. It is so long since I had the pleasure of seeing her. If I do go I will stay longer. How I did when I last went down. I may change places with Mr [?] next summer and take Indian work entirely. I should like it much better than having this white and Indian mixture. We intend to try and change societies I think the Bishop will not object. Gilbert is working. He will try and get the contract to build a church at Pincher Creek thirty miles from here. I hope he gets it but it is doubtful as there are a great many putting in Tenders for it. The Spring has set in in earnest here and [?] is the rage. We are beginning to look out for our spring rains which are generally very disagreeable when they come. We are both well and wishing you a pleasant summer. I am your affectionate brother Henry"
Call Number: 385 Corr - McKay family - Brother

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from C.C. McIntyre:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Isle a la Crosse 17th March 1887 - My dear Angus, I don't think you could of been very anxious to know, where, or how I was or you would of answered my last letter. However let bye gones be bye gones. Things have changed a great deal in this District in the last few years, [?] Simpson and Fraucklyn have all gone, in fact Nick Sinclair and my self are the only two of the old hand, left. I was out on leave last Summer, the first news I got when I arrived in Winnipeg was the death of my Mother. I did not go far then [?] Port Arthur, I did not see Fraucklyn, he was at an out of the way place called Michpicoteu in the Lake Superior District under [?] Bell, Mr McDougall who was passed up to take charge of Athabasca the other day just came from there he told me that Fraucklyn was not at a place called Chapleau on the C.P. Ry. Where I was in Winnipeg I met an old school fellow of yours [?] Ballantyne and a [?] good fellow he is too. We have had a very hard winter every one sick the the measles, it has take off between 60 and 70 already we are about clear of it here now but it is going for our Indians to the north of us. Mr Fortescue was laid up for about a month with a bad let and he is now laid up with a sore throat. We have any quantity of traders here there will soon be more traders than hunters. Mr Ross has been very ill all winter and is not able to attend to business he has no one to help him but young Grohouse and I hear he is getting things into a devil of a mess. Scott Simpson is at Fort Smith and [?] at Fort McMurry. I had a letter from him the other day he seems to be happy. The men are just starting so I must say good bye hoping to hear from you soon again I remain yours Sincerely, C.C. McIntyre"
Call Number: 385 McKay - Corr CC McIntyre

Title: Postcard from Western Field and Stream :
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Postcard reading " Postal Card - One Cent - United States of America. This Side Is For The Address Only. Angus McKay, Fort a la Corne, Sask, N.W.T." with date stamp reading "St. Paul Nov 11 7-PM 1897 Minn"
Call Number: McKay - Box 2 - Angus McKay - Folder 4 - WB 1

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from Thomas Anderson:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Incorporated A.D. 1670 Hudson's Bay Company. Private. Isle a la Crosse 23rd July 1901 - My dear McKay, The long expected but welcome batteaux arrived here in the morning of the 22nd and delivered this [?] in good [?] with the exception of Francois Keys[?] batteaux the contents of which were considerably damaged. I am afraid I will have to get more flour to replace that which is damaged. The Shipping Bills did not come [?] [?] - I now return Case and 1 Bale belonging to C-D 10 - sent on by mistake. We are very busy at present opening [?], paying Chipewyan and some of the pieces short may have been overlooked but I will find out soon what we are still short of. I was too bad this accidentally [?] to the Guides Batteaux as the rest came through in good order although they took long enough to do it your Green Lake men I don't think arrived [?] [?]. Mr [?] [?] tried to play the big dog here but got left[?] he said your promised them they would get on skiff to return with which you also mentioned in your letter to me which I found strange as you knew my returns were not all send and waiting for the Green Lake men to return. I told him and the rest of his comrades that I was sending a batteaux to G.L. and that they would get a passage up. This fellow, [?] [?] said he was not going to work going up so I told him if he preferred to walk he could do so. I gave them a little of my mind they seem to be d_d independent perhaps this is the last chance they will ever get there is any amount of men here and no trouble getting them there less you have to do with them the better. We were greatly hard up for flour before the batteaux arrived we only had a few lbs on hand. I am greatly busy at the present starting boats for La Loche and [?] River and [?] [?]. I expect to get them all off to their winter [?] soon and will leave for Prince Albert on Winnipeg myself about the middle of August let me know how I am get from G.L to Prince Albert at that time. There was a small parcel and case of private property for myself from Winnipeg Depot the [?] of which came to hand but the case has not turned up if at G.L. please forward. I write you about [?] [?] if you have got any old [?] stores [?] [?] let me have one if you can I require one for one of my outposts. I remain yours truly, Thos Anderson"
Call Number: 385 Corr - Thos. Anderson

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from W.E. Traill:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Lesser Slave Lake 22nd April 1883 - Dear Angus, I have to acknowledge your very welcome letter of 8th [?] which only came to hand about three weeks ago. I am glad to learn that you enjoy yourself at your new station. I suppose I would be quite lost at my old home. I hardly think that the March of improvement will make such a change at Slave Lake in the course of ten years as it has at Prince Albert in the last decade. This is at least a dull hole and consequently we come to expect anything very brilliant in the way of [?] from me. We have had a cold winter but have [?] through it comfortably enough being well off for the necessaries of life which at Fish Post, consists of an abundance of Fish - Well we were not altogether confined to Fish having lots of Flour Beef and Beaver not to mention vegetables. You will be quite proud of your [?] when you hear that I went off on a moose hunt and slew two and that at a time when the stock of grub was about out, moreover if I did not kill the first moose it was the first that came to the Fort. I only heard of one being killed before it. The children are all pretty well after a pretty heavy does of Colds. As we were almost without goods we did not make much of a trade in fact the Indians were so badly clothes that they could not or would not hunt. Spring is with us always a a busy time and I shall have more work on my hands than usual as I am obliged to send Albert off to [?] F. Lake for a few weeks. I suppose you saw McDougall as he passed down. We expect him back again by first open water but whether for good or for a short valedictory trip I know not. I know this that none of my friends in Peace River would not be inconsolable should he not return. William intends to leave but I have not heard what he intends doing. Harriet sends her love which is all she has to send hoping you will keep to the good resolutions you proclaim and that I shall benefit [?]. Believe me dear Angus, Yours very sincerely, W.E. Traill"
Call Number: 385 Corr - McKay family - Traills (sister and brother-in-law)

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from C.P. Miller:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Hudson's Bay Co'y La Pierre's House McKenzie River N.W.T. 10 June 1887 - Well friend Angus, How are thou? I grip my pen holder with a desperation not to allow this packet to go without a letter for thee, my cock of the walk. So you have been in the midst of the rebellion, and have perhaps received your "Baptism of fire" from the aborigines of the Canadian North west, were you in any of the fights, how I sometimes envied the half breeds, just imagine the fun of lurking behind a hedge and potting at the whiteman, why man it beats every other kind of amusement all hollow, but I certainly don't covet the rewards they received, for making such a rumpus, Riel least of all. We have had a terribly severe winter and I was on the verge of starvation three times, but always managed to pull through, at present however, I am well off, having about 4000 pounds of dried scrap in my store besides a little grease and [?]. One of the men who accompanied the winter packet from here named Cromarty[?] was frozen to death in the mountains about forty miles from here, he got lost in a gale of wind and drifting now and as the thermo was between 60 and 70 below zero at the time, it is no wonder, his body was found a couple of days after, frozen to the ground, and was taken to Peel River to be buried. I start across the mountains for Peel River in a few days to meet the steamer with Mr Wrigley on board, I wish when they gave me orders to cross they had taken into consideration what sort of a track the mountains are and provided a balloon of some other aerial vehicle for me to be carried in, The distance between the two places is about 100 miles, and the way lays through swamps and icy cold water rivers, over mountains and amongst mosquitos swarming in myriads and with a sun beating on you that never sets for eight weeks, at this time of the year, the time occupied crossing is from two to three nights. Heigh ho! No use grumbling, must be done. I have been interrupted by an Indian for something and now resume. Why don't you send me some reading matter? It is decidedly scarce article in this country, and as time to read is plentiful, it is one of the tings a fellow feels the want of greatly. It has been snowing a good deal lately and although it is summer according to the calendar, still it is more like fall than any other time. New is as scarce that this must do for this time, and with best wishes for yourself and Mr Angus McKay if there is such a person. Believe me Yours always C.P. Miller"
Call Number: 385 Corr - CP Miller

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from Geo. Davison:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Dear Angus, Your note at hand couldn't fix the transfer this [?] servants accts. all closed. I will what can be done Will you kindly procure for me 2 or 3 [?] Myrtle Navy Tobacco don't purchase it unless it is real T x B article. See letters stamped on each plug you know I say the what ye call [?] are lively etc. Business in the shape of writing up blotters is too lively. I am anxiously awaiting your return, and truly admire your talent for spinning out work. Nothing new. The current dwelling house has at last been demolished and the language of the Prophet fulfilled etc. With kind regards I am Yours Faithfully, Geo. Davison - I have sent to Fort Garry for 2 Galls. of Brandy - Hurrah!" written in red ink: "Oh come now I say Carlton 10 June - Don't forget the tobacco send it down first chance and ask your Brother to kindly charge it to me at Bford"
Call Number: Angus McKay - Folder 2 - Box 2

Title: Letter to the Post Master, Fort a la Corne [Angus McKay] from N.E. Skinner with envelope and return envelope:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Portland, Oregon, May 6th 1896 - To the Post Master, Fort a La Corne (Saskatchewan) Br. N. Am. - Dear Sir: I desire to negotiate for a few living specimens of black and silver grey foxes - can you refer me to some expert trapper (or reliable fur dealer, who may have direct dealings with trappers of the interior) who might undertake to secure what I desire? Any kindly attention you may feel disposed to bestow upon this communication to bring about the desired result, will be most thoroughly appreciated. I enclose stamped envelope for reply. For all service rendered, or expenses incurred, I shall be most happy to remunerate and reimburse you. Very truly yours, N.E. Skinner" - envelope addressed to "Post Master Fort a La Corne (Saskatchewan Dist.) British North America - Return to Box 347 Portland, Oregon" with stamps from Oregon, New Westminster, Regina and Prince Albert - also included is self addressed return envelope reading "N.E. Skinner Portland Oregon U.S.A. Box 347" with three cents Canada Postage
Call Number: McKay - Box 1 - Angus McKay - Folder 2 - WB 1

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from William McKay:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Fort Pitt 8th March 1881. My dear Angus, I write just to say we are all well and hope you are enjoying the Same. I was sending down your mare to Battleford to meet my sleds that went to Carlton for flour the same time to get her broken in and William kept her at Battleford to use her as a driving animal. She went down with a light sled. I suppose William wrote you that he had now both your mares, the one he got last is heavy in foal, she will make a nice mare for you. Fraser and Littleberne[?] left here yesterday on their way to Edmonton. Harriet will be coming down here as soon as wheels can travel. She wishes to pay us a visit before they leave for Lac La Biche for Slave Lake. She would like to go down to Carlton but she is afraid that she would have no time. Today I sent a party of 5 men down the river to cut cord wood for the Steam Boat, and tomorrow I will be sending of another party of 5 men more up the River to cut more wood for the Boat. The Indians is not doing much now in hunting thy are [?] to cut and haul fencing for the gardens we have about forty five thousand Rats now in hand and I expect to get a few Thousand more before stores close of the Spring trade. Hoping you are well your mother writes with love and best wishes to you. I remain your affectionate Father W. McKay - I sold my house and claim that is at Tom's to Mr Clarke. Your brother George is loving at the Indian Reserve 15 miles above Fort McLeod. Captain Walker wrote me this winter from Canada saying he [?] George at Fort McLeod last fall and that George was full of his work and that he is a great favorite among the officers and liked by all the traders. W. McKay"
Call Number: 385 Corr - McKay family - Father (Wm)

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from C. Garson:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Prince Albert Jan 23/86 - Dear Angus, Your most welcomed letter of the 18th Dec to hand and glad to learn by it of your welfare and the good trade you are making. We had a great time here at Christmas lots of wishing everybody we [?] had a bottle and of course everyone got drunk the Police give a concert but I was off on a trip at the time as usual when anything is going on. A skating rink is started here now and the boys enjoy themselves in the evenings. [?] got the sack yesterday and I expect that Hart will be sent up to you, the old devil is commenced to drink Essences and is for no use here what ever, boys in bed all day and prowls around at all hours of the night half daft, Davison told me yesterday to get 2 horses and sleights and start him off on Monday for Pitt how he will [?] you for a companion. Your brother Tom got elected Major McArthur opposed him and we had a great time at the election J.S. and Mr Bellanger launched out the frog like little men Tom is expected home tonight he passed Humboldt on Friday morning. Nothing doing down here in the way of trade of any kind no furs or cash the only furs for last month came in from Sandy lake and Make Plain Kakasoo[?] is trading for us at Sandy Lake and beaver at Make Plain I was out there 3 weeks on a round and expect will be started off again next month for another round. I am taken Sutherland place for the present but this place does not agree with my delicate constitution to much style and church going for me. Young Davison has a horse and cutter now and is about to be married to Loo[?] he is dead struck horses that for high and boards with his brother and he says that he is going to rent Johnsons's House as he does not believe in one room only. Mr McFarlane is left for good I believe old Bellanger is down on a trip Cumberland but is expected back by the Packet it is expected daily no word as yet of rebuilding Carlton but I hope I won't have to stay here for the summer the old Governor sent us all up a Xmas card each he is getting along very well and says he hopes to be back amongst us in the spring a new man. Your mother and all the children are well as I am happy to say the same of myself - nothing new here to tell you off [?] [?] is scarcer. Wishing you a happy new year write soon again and let us know how you get on. While I remain yours faithfully, C. Garson"
Call Number: 385 Corresp - Garson

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from Thomas Parkes:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Reference No. S/K Hudson's Bay Company's Office, Prince Albert, July 14th 1887 Saskatchewan - Dear Angus, We have just defer the servants accounts and as you asked me to send you up a memo, it is as follows. Maps 100, Advances at P. Albert 3.97, Battleford 22.07, Fort Pitt 181.90, Dr. Balance June 1st 1886 47.57 - $486.67, 255.51, Cr. Bal. June 1st 1887 $231.16. Of course if there is an account against you at Winnipeg that has to be deducted of this account. I trust you got to your home all safe. We are very busy here, closing up, working at nights, that isn't even time to see a fellows girl of an evening, but it will be all the sweeter when we get through night work and spend the evening in a far more pleasant way than driving the [?]. G. [?] of course is the supreme being, now that Mr. Clarke is away, putting on lots of airs, but we can stand it all. The Marquis arrived at the Forks on Monday last, and struggled with the first Rapid for half a day, and then gave it up for a bar job, water too low, couldn't get up so they unloaded, and she has returned to Grand Rapids. I don't know that there is any news of much consequence. Mr. Ross & family arrived from the North last Sunday, on their way to Winnipeg. Mr Macauly & family arrived from Rapid River, by Marquis. I drove up from the Forks, and are going to live here until Mr. Macauly know when he is going to. Of course Mr. Moberly's now stationed at Rapid River. Archdeacon Reeve & family and Mrs. Scott Simpson arrived yesterday. Well how are you getting on, your [?] go up first chance, quite a lot of stuff for you. Well [?] I remain Kind Regards to yourself and Mrs Simpson, Yours faithfully, Thomas Parkes"
Call Number: Angus McKay - Folder 2 - Box 2

Title: Letter to Anugs McKay from Albert Tate:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading " Lesser Slave Lake May 30th/81 - Angus my dearest friend; - In the very first place let me introduce the bearer of this rubbish - Mr Joseph Sinclair, late postmaster of Stony Creek, New Caledonia, British Columbia - H.B. Company now about to Paddle his own Canoe and going to Manitoba and with him is John McDonald, brother of our mutual friend old School of St John's. Lord bless the place. Well old pal, you see I am still in the land of the living but by gos that is about all I can say, as I am growing most damnably sick of everything about here now, but no growl out of me, I can stand it, simply because there is no remedy. Fish, fish, yes and dry fish, at that, no tea, coffee etc or anything else for the last two months, just ask Sinclair how we have been living all winter and whether he now regrets the fine savory taste of dry D'ories God damn the dry D'ories. Of course you know that Mr Traill is coming here and will be my boss, well I suppose he does now know what an arse-hole of a place his coming to, the only thing Slave Lake is good for is fucking and shooting and that is pretty good. Sinclair will tell you about my hunt and shooting this spring. You will hear from Sinclair all about old Scout and if you want to hear good stories about the rough times across the mountain in the time of the mines, Sinclair is the boy to tell them and I never heard a fellow tell such smutty stories as he does he cal hell stories from feeling pulses and ankles right up to screwing big grey males. Mr Young will be going from here in a boat right to Lac La Biche and Mr Traill will come up the same way. I will be all alone here now till Mr Traill arrives which will be about the middle of July. And in the meantime I live on the sweepings of our fish house and drink fish juice for tea. You said in your last letter that I had forgotten Jimmy but I assure you I have not, as I have written to him twice now and have never received a return. James Bird is the only one who has wrote to me and McLennan. By jingo, Angus it makes me sad when I think of the past only 3 or 4 years ago and yet how long ago it seems since we all were together in happy old St. John's College School, we have left it, and other have taken our place, and then it goes on without us. Happy Jimmy, McLennan and Kennedy who remain there still. God bless the old place. I often fancy to myself the time in the future when you and I shall go see our old sons, at old S.J.C. then I happy Angus were shall be prosperous happy family men. Stobart, Eden & Co are going further north they are now going to establish trading posts along the Peace River from [?] to Fort Vermillion. Mr Mitchell has been off there already for over a month. Stobart, Eden & Co. I think have too many [?] on [?] and I will be very much surprised if they don't come out from the wrong end of the [?]. This year, that is as far as their fur trade goes around here, they just got little or nothing this winter. You must excuse me for not enclosing this note in an envelope for by gosh envelopes are numbered among the things that were here and even this paper I had to tear out of an old blotter. Enclosed you will find a tobacco pouch, peculiar to Slave Lake, whether it is made of skinned negro's balls, or stretched dry snatch, or a dry d'ory it remains for you to guess. Sinclair (who gave me) to tell you. Well Angus I am sure I must horrify you by my smut, so I must not say anything bad now. When you see Gilbert next please tell him that he has my best wishes + congratulations and that he and his young bride may live happy and I hope the - the - the (you know what) is good. Gosh, there I am talking smut again - ka-catch. Well my old friend, I really have nothing more to write about or rather too much and I don't know what to write about after all so I must close my scribbling and with sincere wishes for your welfare I sign myself Your true and faithful friend and old schoolfellow Albert Tate - I hope we will meet sometime in the future, never mind how distant A.T. - Angus Mackay [ie McKay] Esq. Carlton House, N.W.T."
Call Number: 385 McKay - Corr Albert Tate

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from [?] MacFarlane:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Personal. 251 Colony Street, Winnipeg. 14 Sept 1903. My dear Mr McKay, Your welcome favor of 12 Aug came to hand on the 12 instant - just one month on the way! Yes, the Manitoba Victory was splendid! I hope British Columbia will follow suit; but most of all I desire to see the - aggregation at [?] turned out. I earnestly hope and believe this will be their certain fate so soon as they give the people of Canada the chance for doing so. I am sorry to hear of good old Pierre Saliberte's departure altho' he had outlived the three and even four score years limit given to man. I suppose old Payette is not much behind him in age. Where are [?] [?] and the other [?] of the older family now? There are other old servants of the Company I used to know but I suppose they are nearly all dead by now? I think Mr [?] will do well - and no doubt his utmost up in MacKenzie River, altho' matters there are not by any means, in a favorable state from the Company's stand point - the opposition traders get too buy half of the Furs, in Peace River Athabasca and McKenzie River Districts, A "penny wise from [?] life" . [?[ is not adapted from the Fur Trade business of these times - but the Authorities know all about and no doubt will think their own plan of conducting the same, the best. I thought they would have [?] on the charge of English River District, with an increase in pay, but the [?] Macdonald may succeed while you have less to do and are therefore better off unless the pay was greater. I suppose you will endeavor to qualify for the Pension, which in some cases should have been much more liberal than is the case at present, altho' there may be an improving modification of some of its provisions later on. So far, they have withheld the small bonus (so far as the [?] were concerned) from J.M. McDougall and King, altho' fully [?] herewith, while I have been shut out of the both Pension and Bonus; but I am making a stand in this correction and trust to succeed. It is _ to withhold a life Pension from the above, myself and other who have retired since the agreement of 1893 and I also think of those who left before should now receive something for the remainder of their lives, but I am not very hopeful [?] [?] [?]. J. McDougall has separated from his wife and he feels the loss of this children very much - she (the wife) is more to blame than Mac. He talks of leaving Winnipeg for year or so soon as he sells the new house and furniture he purchased a year ago this fall! He has not been very well in health of late. King has returned and has bought a residence in Winnipeg. J.K. McDonald has also left, but has not yet decided what to do for a living. They seem to be getting rid of the older hand as soon as possible - Bill [?] who has for many years had the softest [?] in the service, is holding on hard [?]. Winnipeg is nearly a third layer now than [?] when you were here a few years ago and it is bound to be a great City in time. I hope you and Mrs McKay are having a good time of it at Prince Albert. I did not see the Halls when they were here recently. The [?] is still in the East! With an [?] regards to Mrs McKay and to yourself I am in haste, Yours very sincerely [?] MacFarlane"
Call Number: 385 Corr - MacFarlane

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from James McKay :
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "James McKay, R.C., Advocate Solicitor, Notary, Etc., Solicitor For - The Imperial Bank of Canada, The Hudson's Bay Co., Can. Mutual Loan & Investment Co., Etc. - Prince Albert, N.W.T. 8th March 1894 - Angus McKay Esq. For a la Corne, Sask - Dear Angus, re Jack Stewart's Lots in [?] With reference to your letter of the 26th [?] Stewart's in his letter to you relates that "I will give you a 1/2 interest in 2 lots bought from [?] Thomas McKay if you pay taxes now due" - Stewart must be in error about its land he owned. In accordance with your letter I today paid taxes on Lots 17, 18, 19, 46, 48 Blk 3 - [?] amounting to $6.73. These lots had been advertised for sale and [?] have been sold on the 29th of March. So redeem 5 lots and not 2 as stated by Stewart. This is due for municipal taxes on these lots as follows: 17, 18, 19, @ .98c ea 2.34, 46, 48 @ .44c ea 0.88 $3.22. This I have not paid and [?] tells me they will be advertised for sale shortly. He notified Stewart and Stewart wrote back referring him to you. I also searched the Registry Office and found that the title of all 5 are still in the name of the H.B. Co. so when you write Stewart tell him to send all papers and receipts in his possession relating to lots so as to enable me to get a deed. I am under the impression he holds a deed for them. It would cost about $9.00 to bring them under this act so as to register - your title, making a total [?] taxes of $19.00. Any of the lots should be [?] that they are [?] on the street that runs back of the H.B. Co store house (liquor store) and are [?] well up on that street toward McDonald property. I return Stewart's letter and account for money paid herein. If Stewart has papers relating to lots and you want the title, tell him to send direct to me. Yours truly, Jas. McKay"
Call Number: McKay - Box 1 - Angus McKay - Folder 2 - WB 1

Title: Mutual Reserve Fund Life Assocation form:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Form reading "105. Premium Notice, Part I. Mutual Reserve Fund Life Association, (Incorporated.) Edward B. Harper, Founder - Frederick A. Burnham, President. Mutual Reserve Building, Nox. 305, 307, 309 Broadway, New York City, August 1 1899" filled out by Angus McKay N.W. Ter. 74.70, Policy No. 159823 of $5000" with additional information about insurance policies - stamped on front "Or Pay A.R. McNicol, Room 411, McIntyre Block, Winnipeg, Man. Assessment System"
Call Number: McKay - Box 2 - Angus McKay - Folder 4 - WB 1

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from [?] MacFarlane:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Private. Hudson's Bay Company. Cumberland House 10th May 1894. My dear Mr McKay, I wrote you very briefly [?] [?] Monce. We have not yet seen or heard aught of the "Big Fish", beyond his arrival at Sturgeon River. I dare say we shall know more of him and his [?] very shortly. Your brother Henry started with some supplies for the [?] yesterday, and will remain there assisting Mr [?] and watching Fish and his friend John Hines, for some little time. We have [?] [?] Morse Sahys and two others watching Fish and his people at Sturgeon River and [?] [?], and Horace Belanger next out there on Monday morning. We will have him followed up all the way to the Pas and beyond should he go further. He has entered from a Campaign of Warfare which will require the use of all his means, and ultimately lead him to grief as he will some say find out to his cost. In the meantime, he will give us much trouble, and put the Company to considerable expense - but the final result is certain to be adverse to him, despite any success or encouragement he may now or later on meet with. I have no doubt whatever in this connection - it is only a question of time and money. 2 p.m. The Saskatchewan River is rather low at present. We have just heard that Jourdain was coming via Sturgeon River; but the stupid should never send the mail, and I have no late news yet, Tho' I hope we may receive some tonight or tomorrow. Fish does not seem to be making any haul among the Indians, I hope he was to get much at the Pas; but I fear the latter [?] are not, many of them, ones honest, while all are in debt (most of them [?]) and the Company. The weather has been cool of late; but today is promisingly warm. In time, I suppose the river and lake will rise. Tom Campbell writes me that your brother Tom has insured in the [?] Mutual Reserve Company, also Lestock Reid and others, and he hopes many more will be equally wise. it is far and away the best provision a man can make for his wife and little ones. So far as yours are concerned, you must feel a little more satisfied than before insuring. Did you go in for a ten or fifteen policy? The former is just out - a new form adopted last year I believe. Henry's wife is not a strong woman - she is often unwell. I think she fails to take sufficient outdoor exercise, and she suffers from indigestion. The little ones seem to be alright. With all good and kind regards to Mrs McKay and yourself Believe me yours very truly [?] MacFarlane - Angus McKay Esq"
Call Number: 385 Corr - MacFarlane

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from L.W. Fisher with response on back:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "L.W. Fisher Account Broker Etc. P.O. Drawer 1233. Winnipeg, February, 1884. Mr. Angus McKay, Prince Albert - Dear Sir: I have purchased from Messrs. Kenny & Luxton certain accounts for subscriptions owing for the Manitoba Weekly Free Press, amongst which is one against you for $2.50, which amount I must request you to remit at once, or law costs will ensue. Respectfully yours, L.W. Fisher, P.O. Drawer 1233. P.S. In remitting simply enclose this circular, with the amount of money named, in accompanying envelope. No writing of any kind is necessary. Register letter and it will at my risk. Receipt will be sent you by return mail. - L.W.F."
Call Number: McKay - Box 1 - Angus McKay - Folder 2 - WB 1

Title: Appointment of Angus McKay as Justice of the Peace for the North-West Territories 1892:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Document with crest at top of unicorn, lion and crown reading "Honi Soit Oui Mal Y Pense Dieu Et Mon Droit" - document reads "Canada North-West Territories. By His Honor Joseph Royal Lieutenant-Governor of the North-West Territories, To Angus McKay, Esquire of Fort a la Corne, Saskatchewan North-West Territories - Greeting: Know you that having confidence in your loyalty, integrity and ability, under and by virtue of the powers in that behalf vested in me, I have appointed, and by these presents do appoint you, the said Angus McKay a Justice of the Peace in and for the North-West Territories, with all and every the powers, authority, privileges and advantages to the Office of Justice of the Peace of right and by law appertaining. Given under my hand and the Seal of the North-West Territories, at Government House, Regina, in the North-West Territories, this first day of July in the year of Our Lord One Thousand Eight Hundred and Ninety-two - J. Royal Lieutenant-Governor" with red seal at left reading "The Seal of the North-West Territories"
Call Number: Angus McKay - Folder 2 - Box 2

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from [?] MacFarlane:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Private. Cumberland House, 12 July 1894. My dear Mr McKay, I suppose Father [?] did not call at la Corne, as you [?] [?] have written but as [?] have come here lately without, I may say a line from you I cannot understand the why or the wherefore of your silence! I hope you are all well. We hear that your Indians were going back on their [?] advances - they had better not, once they do so now, their names will be entered in the Company's black book and Mr McDougall asserts that any such need never expect one cent from you again, on fur, labor or [?] money account! [?] there well in this connection, before hand - as he will not relax or forgive. John to be [?] to see any one act dishonesty there, here or elsewhere. The steamer "Northcote" has been not so fortunate this summer. I hope it may be [?] with her for the remainder if the season. Her late arrival has caused much inconvenience and [?] to the District - much more so than usual, altho' every year we have a [?] re: [?] cause of delay at Prince Albert. The care for M Galbraith, I wish to get to him free of charge to him or I myself, if you cannot manage this, get it forwarded as cheaply as possible as I cannot afford to be lavish in my personal expenditures. You will write to me from time to time, [?] H Bay House Winnipeg, as I will do you - with all good wishes and kind regards to Mrs McKay and yourself, Believe me, yours ever sincerely, [?] MacFarlane[?] - A McKay Esq - P.S. You will not forget what I wrote you recently forwarding me mail matter all to my address, [?] to Winnipeg [?] the steamer passes [?] don't send my [?] [?] mail here for me if the steamer has come [?] - [?] [?]"
Call Number: McKay - Box 2 - Angus McKay - Folder 1 - Book 2

Title: James Hall & Co. price list:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Postcard reading "Presented by James Hall & Co. Manufacturers of Gloves & Mitts, Brockville, Ontario - Indian Moccassins, Snow Shoes, Toboggans &c." with drawing of "Ontario Glove Works" building, deer, snowshoes and sled
Call Number: McKay - Box 2 - Angus McKay - Folder 5 - WB 1

Title: Postcard invoice for Angus McKay from Robt. D. Richardson:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Canada Post Card with one cent postage addressed to Angus McKay Esq. Fort Pitt, Sask N.W.T. - stamp reads "Winnipeg 2 Mr 9 8 Canada"
Call Number: McKay - Box 1 - Angus McKay - Folder 2 - WB 1

Title: Postcard renewal reminder for Angus McKay from Manitoba Free Press:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Postcard reading "Canada Post Card - The Address To Be Written On This Side - Mr. Angus McKay, Fort Pitt [crossed out] Prince Albert, N.W.T." with one cent postage and stamped at Winnipeg in February of 1885 and at Fort Pitt with date obscured.
Call Number: McKay - Box 2 - Angus McKay - Folder 3 - WB 1

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from Jas. Sinclair:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Green Lake Decr 3rd 1883 - My dear Angus, Are you among the living or not I sent you a letter last fall containing a lot of Cash did you receive it? of course I could not get my cartridges as I heard you were up at the Swift Current Creek last Fall. How are you enjoying yourself lots of dances I suppose. You ought to get our friend "Davison" too another Halfbreed Wedding after his Commission surely he ought to be a dancer. Larond and Laliberte confound their carcasses they are giving me or rather my men some running to do. I have raised the prices for Fur pretty high. I suppose my Boys will kick against it if he does they only can just give me my walking ticket. Thankless concern this trading we must humble ourselves to the damned Indian or get no Fur. I wish sometimes I had them in some steamer in Winnipeg I would humble the devils. Give us all the news etc. I remain Yours Sincerely, Jas. Sinclair"
Call Number: 385 Corr - Various

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from Stanley Simpson:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Fort Alexander 11th March 1886 - Dear Angus, I received your letters of the 5th and 12th Feby. I was not at all surprised to see that the opposition party had the majority when I look at my acct. I thought I would have been more. Old Laurie is bound to get up another rebellion this spring judging from his telegrams. The indians here when they heard of their likelihood of them being another uprising in the spring were very much excited and I believe that if any thing of the sort occurred and they had half a show, they could have a hand with it. You can't imagine what a devil of a place this is. I never was at a place that I disliked so much. Mr McLean is busy this morning collecting evidence against a young devil by the name of Philion who was left out here in charge when Mr McLean left here. He was a Clerk in the HB shop at Wpeg and during the month that he was in charge here he got away with some three hundred and fifty dollars and God knows what else as many as thirty sacks of flour were missing when Mr McLean came out and today Mr McLean has about a dozen men who are giving their evidence in writing and I guess it will go pretty hard with young Philion. I suppose that you have heard of Mr Blanchards death by this time. He seems to have died rather suddenly. We are not doing much in the fur line and we have a great deal of opposition I think that I will be leaving for the west in about three weeks at the latest. I will come and bring the geese and ducks with me. I am at a loss for news so I guess I must close. Remember me kindly to old Mr Simpson and Francois, and give my love to old Dufresne and with best wishes, I remain, Yours sincerely, F. Stanley Simpson. P.S. I got paralyzed last night - so you must excuse everything (writing etc) and I have a damn big head this morning I know you can sympathize with me. F.S.S."
Call Number: 385 Corr - F. Stanley Simpson

Title: Postcard receipt from the North Western Publishing Co. to Angus McKay:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Postcard reading "Canada Post Card - The Address To Be Written On This Side - Angus McKay Esq Fort a la Corne N.W.T" with once cent postage and date stamp reading "Winnipeg Ju 22 95 Canada"
Call Number: 385 Business Correspondence

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from D. Burke Simpson:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Typed copy of letter reading "D. Burke Simpson, Barrister, Attorney, Solicitor, Etc. Solicitor for The Ontario Bank, Bowmanville, The Dominion Organ & Piano Company. Bowmanville, March 2nd 1886. Dear Sir / re Simpson Estate. I have yours of February 12th. I well know that Mr. and Mrs. Mann are in the position and circumstance you mention, and no one wishes to be kinder to them and assist them more than I do. I have known Mr. Mann as long as a can remember anything and I don't think that he will venture to say that my family ever lost an opportunity of showing their kindness to his family, or that I personally was ever anything but friendly to him. In the matter of his debt however, that we wish to get judgement for so as to hold it, he cannot say, I am sure, that he treated my family fairly even when he was in a position well able to liquidate it; but even in this view I am not disposed to do anything which would oppress him, but I want the debt in the form of a judgement, so that it may not become barred by the statute of Limitations, and if good luck ever does come to him with the turn of the wheel he can pay the sum due. I wrote him some time ago saying that possibly he could pay us a small rate of interested and by and by if he got into better circumstances he could pay the principal. Does your Stipendiary Magistrate ever go to Fort Pitt, and if so will you give me his name and address? and much oblige, Yours truly, D. Burke Simpson - Angus McKay Esq. Fort Pitt, N.W.T."
Call Number: McKay - Box 1 - Angus McKay - Folder 2 - WB 1

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from J.B. Parker:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Hudson's Bay Company's Office, Reference No._ Prince Albert, April 20th 1884, Saskatchewan. Dear Mackay [ie McKay] I suppose you will think it strange my addressing you after such a sort acquaintance, but I am sending you a few lines, in the hope that they may afford you a moments relapse from your somewhat monotonous life to ask you if I may send any stray papers for you to read to pass away a tedious half hour, I am still somewhat English. I dislike forcing myself. Things are jogging along as usual. G.S. Davison left for the East on the mail of the 9th inst so by this time is well on his way to Montreal after 5 years up here he certainly deserves a holiday. Giveen[?] and myself are alone in the office the Hon. L.G. attending to things generally with a very fatherly manner. We are to have a grand dinner on St. George's day - 23rd inst. and we have a very good scheme for ruling out any 'tough subject' whose company we may not desire viz. 25 were called upon and subscribed, each on having a spare nickel so that will really be 50, half hosts and half guests rather a goo scheme and when I tell you that the permit was based upon to average of one bottle of whisky to each individual a very pleasant time may be reasonably expected. I am beginning to know nearly the whole settlement now, and I do not feel half as lonely as when I first came some of the farmers - such as Brewser etc - are first rate fellows, and are the right kind of settlers to build up a new country. We have some great arguments on the Farmers Agitation, the Churchill Route - they are generally held in Elliot's office, Spr oat, Old Will Miller, John and Will Stewart are the principal participants. You will have heard all about our mill being burnt and by this time I guess Capn Smith is near you en route for this place to rebuild. Well Mackay [ie McKay] I must conclude, hop you will pardon my forwardness. I remain with kindness Your [?] J.B. Parker"
Call Number: 385 Corr - JB Parker

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from T. Gale:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Prince Albert February 19th - My dearest brother, I am sure you must be lovely at Fort Pitt alone. I hope you are well. Poor [?] she feels it so much you must write to her often. Please thank Mr Mrs [?] for all their kind [?] [?] you know it is I would like so much to write all I feel but I can not find words to express my feelings. Every one seems so good and kind. I hope you would find it too hard. Poor little Joe I hope he got home in safely we have not heard from him yet. It must have been so sad for him, the youngest of us all to have to bring down the body of our dear father to Mama poor little Joe what a trial. I must write to him by this mail. Mr Clarke takes Floy[?] down with him they leave on Thursday I hope it will be warm so as they will be make a quick trip down Mama is to stay with me till my husband comes back. You don't know how I feel dearest brother I dread my husband's leaving me I was so shocked and frightened at Papa's sudden death away from home that now I fancy all sorts of things I wish he could always stay at home. I don't know what would become of me if anything was to happen. I could write more, I am in the blues I think. With fond love, I am Dearest brother, your loving sister T. Gale"
Call Number: 385 - Corr - McKay family - sister - [T Gale]

Title: Postcard receipt from the Ingram Brothers:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Postcard receipt reading "Postal Card One Cent - United States of America - This Side Is For Address Only Angus McKay (H.B.Co.) Fort La Corne Sask. B.C.[crossed out] Cana" with date stamp reading "New York Nov 6 PM 1893"
Call Number: McKay - Box 2 - Angus McKay - Folder 4 - WB 1

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from [?] MacFarlane:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Private - Hudson's Bay Company. Cumberland House 20 July 1894. My dear Mr McKay, Yours of 11 July came to hand by [?] P. Aveel[?] [?] days ago. We are now daily, as has been the case for nearly three weeks, expecting the arrival of the steamer "Northwest" from Prince Albert! We hope she may not meet with any more mishaps enroute from P.A. and [?] rapids and back. I handed one letter to Mr McDougall and he will see that $400.00 be place to your credit with the Company at Prince Albert. The recent very hot weather should rise the river Saskatchewan quite a lot. It has been very warm here for days at a time. Vegetation is making good progress now. We get a little rain now and again, which helps matters greatly. Thanks for the new contained in your letter. Mr McDougall has been [?] [?] the inventories 1894, which will [?] adversely against 1893, and in favor of next Outfit. Send me a note of the reductions, as compared with last year, in your inventories simply for my information. How have you come out as to gain the low prices and the nonreceipt of a third of the [?] will seriously affect our balance check for 1893. There is no reason why you and Mr McDougall should pull well together. Be careful in following his instruction, and reduce [?] as much as possible. I will certainly repeat viva vice, what I have already written months ago to the Commissioner, and hope he will not overlook your strong claim for recognition, in the way of increased pay. I head from M. Fortescue lately - he seems quite delighted with his fine new house and grounds. May he live long and very happily therein! The [?] [?] boats started for Grand Rapids the other day with packs and [?] up supplies, Mrs Deschambeault and family, Miss [?] and Mrs MacKay and family were passengers. Henry accompanied them in charge of said boats, going and returning. I think he will have charge of [?] [?] [?] this outfit (1894) Mr King is going elsewhere. Mrs McDonald and Mrs Haight will proceed by steamer to Winnipeg and pass the winter in the Province, as will also the Deschambeaults - Henry expects his wife in fall. Billy Whiteman is coming to take charge of the Pas and [?] retires to Prince Albert. Lots of changes already! Mr Belanger goes out on leave of absence next month. You will probably see him. I shall always be glad to hear from you - and with all good wishes and kind regards to Mrs McKay and yourself, Believe me, yours ever sincerely, [?] McFarlane - A. McKay Esq"
Call Number: 385 Corr - MacFarlane

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from C.C. McIntyre:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Souris River October 28th 1884 - My Dear Angus, I received your letter of 2nd August the other day all OK and was very glad to hear from you, [?] down in this godforsaken whole[ie hole] again. I left Isle a la Crosse on the 30th last month, no one has been here for the last two years and I can tell you that I found the place in a hell of a mess, the store had tumbled down and the men's house I had to prop up with two big sticks to keep from tumbling down also. I went up to Portage La Loche in September, I went a head of the boats in a canoe from the mouth of La Loche River and had a long stay with Scott and Mrs Simpson, Scott is the same old fellow marriage has not changed him a bit. When I got back from Portage La Loche I found that Ross had arrived, I did not see much of him as I started a few days after for this whole[ie hole]. If I had known was was in store for me I would of seen them to hell before I would of come here. I wanted McLean to let me come down early in September, but no we had to get on that God damned Athabasca [?] outfit before I could go. I wish McFarlane and his damned tinned fruits and Raisins were in hell, about one half of his outfit is nothing else. I am sending you in a pipe which I want you to get a silver [?] ferrule[?] put on it is the only one I have [?] and obliged to smoke clay's which play the devil with my teeth. I am also sending you in two pairs of shoes which I hope will fit you, the silk work was done by Laronde's piece (Sophie) no one out here can do any such work. Now old man, I will close hoping this will find you at Prince Albert enjoying yourself. I remain yours sincerely, C.C. McIntyre"
Call Number: 385 McKay - Corr CC McIntyre

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from [?] MacFarlane:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Private - Cumberland House 19 March 1894 - My dear [?], The weather has been very mild for some days; but I hope it will be cold maybe if the time Edward and Company set out on their [?] from For a la Corne to this place in the beginning of next week; ie, tonight. Altho' I did not mention the Bay of clothing he left me at la Corne, yet I [?] on will not fail [?] from the same the [?] [?]. This will be handled by Captain Dunlop who will shall leave for Mountain on his way to Prince Albert and Winnipeg. I gave him a letter of instruction for myself and one also to [?] so that he might have supper at a cheap [?] and also [?] attention and hospitality. He is a fine [?] man. Herbert [?] accompanies him but how far I cannot say, as I have not seen Dunlop since [?] last. If [?] Dunlop goes on [?] of horse [?] to Prince Albert, you had better enclose my letter herewith to Mr Galbraith for delivery and posting as [?] [?] [?] [?] as soon as possible. On the [?] the team will be sure to bring back any [?] [?] that may be on hand at Prince Albert. Write to Mr Galbraith accordingly, and arrange thus with the teamster, so that [?] may have nothing [?] (or very [?]) to pay for any such freight. If Herbert [?] [?] from la Corne send all the mail and freight on hand there of him, receipt of course, a case liquor for [?] [?] and another for Horace which I already wrote you here to be held [?] until April next. Get him to take as much as he conveniently can [?] leave nothing en route especially the mail and let it be well secured from next. Get him to travel at night and [?] he's [?] [?] him the best [?] and to his guide. Write me fully of him. It is raining here today. It won't be cold maybe later on. I have no idea when Captain Dunlop goes out [?] [?]. You might give Herbert apart all of his own and fathers mail mother for carrying to [?]. I will pay him [?] [?] make for bringing any freight down to me. I hope your Indians are [?] themselves fully in hunting, trapping and snaring for bearing animals. I wish [?] the almost from the [?]. In spring get them to [?] for bear beaver and rat hunting [?] scale and have all the furs shipped for [?] 1893. Steamer "Northwest" in June next. Arrange your [?] accordingly. With all good wishes and kind regards to Mrs. McKay and yourself, I remain Yours Sincerely [?] MacFarlane - [?] [?] [?] P.S. Don't forget to send me your Private Order on Wpg Depot if you have not already done so. [?] [?]"
Call Number: McKay - Box 2 - Angus McKay - Folder 1 - Book 2

Title: Joseph Ullmann - Exporter of American Importer of European Furs:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Pamphlet courtesy of Joseph Ullmann - Exporter of American Importer of European Furs dated November 1895, St. Paul Minnesota with quotes for black and brown bears, beavers, badgers, mink, raccoon, skunk, otter, lynx, timber wolf, prairie wolf or coyote, red fox, kitt fox, marten, fisher, silver fox, cross fox, wolverine and muskrat
Call Number: McKay - Box 1 - Angus McKay - Folder 1 - WB 1

Title: Letter to Angus McKay from [?] MacFarlane:
Institution: Univesity Library, University of Saskatchewan
Description: Letter reading "Private. Cumberland House, 15 May 1894. My dear Mr McKay, Mr Fish at first could get very few furs, but having [?] lot of overstock, which he must sell anyway, he is going [?] bargains, and of course, with these unreliable and dishonest Indians (most of them I fear) he is now picking up a few more [?]. If he intends [?] [?] here and at Pas, he is acting [?] [?] and he cannot raise prices later as while we can in trade similar goods and beat him with his own weapons - while tariffs can be increased in price and the Debt System abolished sooner and easier than was [?] [?]. He is, [?] [?] [?], fighting our battle I have not altered our tariff - but to present this man at Pine Bluff near Sturgeon River from canoeing matter before [?], John Sahys has been permitted to offer him [?] on the line of the La Corne Tariff and he is doing very well I hear. Fish has been sending [?] several quarters and we have to anticipate and follow him up, still indebted fellows give him a few dimes for the [?] reason. He is going to the Pas shortly. He cannot canoe his stuff back and must sell. He is thus killing the future of some who will trade for him, because they cannot go back to a high tariff with any advantage and there will later on be a clear field for working under a Profit Trade System. I had a long talk with Fish yesterday - he is not a bad fellow and is shrewd enough- but he does not realize these Indians fully. I hope he won't [?] [?] time, because that [?] injure their future another winter and also lessens some of our advances to them. Some will doubtless regret present action when too late. Fish's ultimate defeat is only a question of time, no matter who is in charge of the Cumberland District. After 50 years of [?], nearly all of these Indians are not strictly honest or honorable - a few are both and are worthy of respect and regard. The present is a Testing Time, and many will later regret their folly. It will be no use sending Henry Dorian back without a mail, as I have already stated. Try and spare us some Butter - we have not [?] got [?] since April! and we have had none here for over a month! They are also short at the Pas. You will, if necessary, send Tim[?] Cook who was promised the trip, back with Henry - if he can come alone, well and good - but I guess it will be safer for him to have a companion. With all good wishes and kind regards to Mrs McKay and yourself, Believe me, Yours ever sincerely, [?] MacFarlane - A. McKay"
Call Number: 385 Corr - MacFarlane

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