The law that authorizes the construction of the first railway line between Esquimalt and Victoria, within two years "unless hindered by the dangers of the seas or other unavoidable casualty".

Timetables numbers: 98, 92, 93, 94, 95, and 95. They are indicated as being "for the information and guidance of employees only". This format replaced the format found in box 261-2.

A copy of a mourning pass allowing the pass bearer free travel to Victoria and back to attend Robert Dunsmuir's funeral on April 16th, 1889.

Staff information for the heads of departments for lines west of fort William from the Office of the Second Vice-President, W. Whyte. Includes three letters concerning the booklet to or from: Mr. Scott, Al.L. Lowe, and A.B. McNeill

Handwritten notes, presumably by A.B. (Burt) McNeill based on the diaries of Fred Brown.

Blueprint of the town of Royston, BC and the railway tracks. Scale 100' to 1".

A receipt attesting that that the employee received a copy of the company's General, Train, and Interlocking Rules. Appears to be signed by F Harper at Nanoose.

A cardboard ruler with different scales and measurements.

A small journal with facts and figures compiling railway earnings, expenses, carloads, and commodities. Notes that it was compiled by AB McNeill chief clerk to superintendent, E&N railway. Includes additional information on loose pages tucked inside. Graphs changes from a number of dates stretching from as early as 1906 to as late as 1960.

Telegrams from various people congratulating Burt McNeill on his retirement.

Predominantly staff notices and circulars sent out by Traffic Manager George L. Courtney. Also includes one notice from James Dunsmuir, the President of E&N and later Premier of British Columbia. Similar to the Duncans Journal.

Fred S. Brown, the dispatcher for Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway Company, kept an almost daily log of activity on the railroad from 1887 until 1905. It includes information such as where trains were going, what they were carrying, who was working on them, and what the weather was like.

Fred S. Brown, the dispatcher for Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway Company, kept an almost daily log of activity on the railroad from 1887 until 1905. It includes information such as where trains were going, what they were carrying, who was working on them, and what the weather was like.

Fred S. Brown, the dispatcher for Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway Company, kept an almost daily log of activity on the railroad from 1887 until 1905. It includes information such as where trains were going, what they were carrying, who was working on them, and what the weather was like.

Fred S. Brown, the dispatcher for Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway Company, kept an almost daily log of activity on the railroad from 1887 until 1905. It includes information such as where trains were going, what they were carrying, who was working on them, and what the weather was like.

Fred S. Brown, the dispatcher for Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway Company, kept an almost daily log of activity on the railroad from 1887 until 1905. It includes information such as where trains were going, what they were carrying, who was working on them, and what the weather was like.

Fred S. Brown, the dispatcher for Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway Company, kept an almost daily log of activity on the railroad from 1887 until 1905. It includes information such as where trains were going, what they were carrying, who was working on them, and what the weather was like.

Six men participate in a trophy ceremony. Believed to be an award for safety.

Two unknown men in suits pose for a photo.

A group of approximately 40 well-dressed men and women pose in front of a train.

Two men shake hands in front of a large crowd. A microphone is also present and is likely at a ceremony of some sort.

"One of the brand new D4gs, No. 2465, easily rills its passenger train along near Langford Lake, heading for Victoria. The passenger train shown was typical of the pre-World War I era, with express, baggage and mail cars, coaches and a parlour car at the end". This quote is taken from The Canadian Pacific's Esquimalt & Nanaimo Railway, 1905-1949 by Robert D. Turner and Donald F. MacLachlan.

The same man from CC-PH-09887 simply in landscape rather than portrait.

A man stands in the aisle of a train with a wrapped gift; others passengers are seen from behind.

Plans and technical drawings for the ships Princess Elizabeth and Princess Joan, both vessels built to the same design and launched in 1930 by Fairfield Shipbuilding and Engineering Company, Govan and Glasgow, Scotland. File includes drawings titled: Twin Screw Steamer "Princess Elizabeth" Trim Diagrams (14 May 1930); T.S.S. "Princess Joan" General Arrangements, Hold, Orlop & Main Decks (19 May 1930, two copies); T.S.S. "Princess Elizabeth" and "Princess Joan" General Arrangements, Upper, Promenade, and Boat Decks; Nos. 638 & 639, Orlop Deck Plating (with annotations); T.S.S. Princess Joan & Elizabeth, As Fitted With Fire Protection Installations (18 Apr. 1951, 3 copies); and S.S. "Princess Elizabeth" Showing Proposed Re-Arrangement of Accommodation for Alaska Cruise Service.

Plans for the ship Princess Kathleen, built and launched in 1924 by John Brown and Company of Clydebank, and re-fitted in 1947 after war service. File includes drawings titled: T.S.S. "Princess Kathleen" Midship Section (11 August 1944); Diagram of Electric Light and Power Circuits (As Fitted) (11 June 1947); Arrangements of Lighting Circuits, Orlop Deck (As Fitted) (July 1947); Arrangements of Lighting Circuits, Main Deck (As Fitted) (July 1947); Arrangements of Lighting Circuits, Upper Deck (As Fitted) (July 1947); Arrangements of Lighting Circuits, Prom Deck (As Fitted) (July 1947); Arrangements of Lighting Circuits, Boat Deck (As Fitted) (July 1947); Arrangements of Lighting Circuits, Bridge Deck (As Fitted) (July 1947); Arrangements of Lighting Circuits, Hold Plan (As Fitted) (July 1947); Hot & Cold F[resh] W[ater] & Sanitary Systems, Orlop Deck (9 October 1947); Hot & Cold F[resh] W[ater] & Sanitary Systems, Main Deck (9 October 1947); Hot & Cold F[resh] W[ater] & Sanitary Systems, Upper Deck (9 October 1947); Hot & Cold F[resh] W[ater] & Sanitary Systems, Prom Deck (9 October 1947); Hot & Cold F[resh] W[ater] & Sanitary Systems, Boat Deck (9 October 1947); Hot & Cold F[resh] W[ater] & Sanitary Systems, House Tops (9 October 1947); Hot & Cold F[resh] W[ater] & Sanitary Systems, Profile (9 October 1947); (As Fitted) Stewards Call System (22 October 1947); Hold (As Fitted) (10 November 1947); Orlop Deck (As Fitted) (8 October 1947); Main Deck (As Fitted) (1947); Upper Deck (As Fitted) (30 October 1947); Boat Deck (As Fitted) (30 October 1947); Deckhouse Top & Bridge (As Fitted) (30 October 1947); Top of Wheelhouse & Officers Deckhouse (As Fitted) (17 November 1947); Scuppers & Discharges, Orlop Deck (16 December 1947); Scuppers & Discharges, Main Deck (16 December 1947); Scuppers & Discharges, Upper Deck (16 December 1947); Scuppers & Discharges, Prom Deck (16 December 1947); Scuppers & Discharges, Boat Deck (16 December 1947); Scuppers & Discharges, House Tops (16 December 1947); Scuppers & Discharges, Profile (16 December 1947); Main Switch board, Wiring Diagram (6 January 1948); Loud Talking Telephones, Laryngaphones, & Shore Telephones (January 1948); Heating & Ventilation, Orlop Deck (30 March 1948); Heating & Ventilation, Main Deck (30 March 1948); Heating & Ventilation, Upper Deck (30 March 1948); Heating & Ventilation, Prom Deck (30 March 1948); Heating & Ventilation, Boat Deck (30 March 1948); Heating & Ventilation, Deckhouse & Bridge (30 March 1948); Heating & Ventilation, Inboard Profile (30 March 1948); and Circuits - Log, Alarm, Reply Bells, Clocks, P[ublic] A[ddress] System, and Revolution Indicators 'As Fitted' (27 April 1948).

Deck plan showing overhead views of the boat, promenade and lower decks of the Princess Louise, possibly for passenger reference. Two copies.

Inscribed on verso: S.S. Princess Marguerite on fire and sinking after being torpedoed off Port Said Aug 17, 1942

Depcits the first Princess Patricia sailing with passengers on deck.

Inscribed on verso: Seaplane mothership U.S.N. [US Navy], Ex Ward Line "Bunker Hill" built 1907 by Cramps of Phila, bought by Gov't & converted 1912.

Depcits the Tyndareus docked at wharf. Inscribed on verso: Ocean S.S. Co. Ltdd. (A Holt & Co. Mgrs) Liverpool, Scotts SB & Eng. Co. Ltd. Greenock, built 1916, gross tonn. 11347, 507.6/63.2/41.6 twin screw

Postcard addressed from Jack Hodge to his son David Hodge.

Inscribed on verso: Myself (Jack Hodge) when [] Fairview School.

Inscribed on verso: Canadian Pacific Navigation Co.

Depicts work completed during overhaul of Princess Marguerite.

Depicts work completed on Princess Marguerite during overhaul.