Identity area
Reference code
CA ACU GBA F2900
Title
Archie Blais fonds
Date(s)
- 1982-1984 (Creation)
Level of description
Fonds
Extent and medium
1 video cassette
Context area
Name of creator
Biographical history
Archie Blais emigrated with his parents from Springfield, Massachusetts to Gleichen, Alberta in 1918, and they farmed in the district. He married his wife Mary in 1929. They moved to Carseland, Alberta in 1946, and retired to Strathmore, Alberta in 1962. Archie was an amateur historian who accumulated a large collection of artifacts and archival materials.
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Gift of Eric Boswell, 1989.
Content and structure area
Scope and content
The fonds consists of a videotaped interview of Archie Blais, conducted by Dr. Mike Zapco of Strathmore. Archie discusses Strathmore history and displays his historical collection.
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
System of arrangement
Conditions of access and use area
Conditions governing access
No restrictions on access.
Conditions governing reproduction
Language of material
Script of material
Language and script notes
The material is in English.
Physical characteristics and technical requirements
Finding aids
No finding aid.
Allied materials area
Existence and location of originals
Existence and location of copies
Related units of description
Notes area
Note
Title based on contents of records.