Series consists of incoming and outgoing correspondence generated during Douglas's residence on Cortes (1949-1993) and covering subjects of primarily local interest. Before the advent of telephone service in 1968, island residents communicated extensively through the Post Office, and much of this correspondence consists of notes and letters from Douglas's neighbours. Subjects covered include daily life, community activities, B.C. and Cortes Island history and Douglas's health concerns.
Series consists of incoming and outgoing correspondence generated during Douglas's residence on Cortes (1949-1993) and covering subjects of primarily local interest. Before the advent of telephone service in 1968, island residents communicated extensively through the Post Office, and much of this correspondence consists of notes and letters from Douglas's neighbours. Subjects covered include daily life, community activities, B.C. and Cortes Island history and Douglas's health concerns.
File contains incoming and outgoing correspondence from 1961, a B.C. Recreation Association membership application, a Penticton accommodation brochure, and two Regional recreation newsletters.
File contains incoming and outgoing correspondence from 1961, a B.C. Recreation Association membership application, a Penticton accommodation brochure, and two Regional recreation newsletters.
File contains correspondence, primarily from 1963 but including some 1962 communication and 1964 responses; receipts from the Courtenay Hotel, Vancouver Island Coach Lines Ltd., and Island Airlines
File contains correspondence, primarily from 1963 but including some 1962 communication and 1964 responses; receipts from the Courtenay Hotel, Vancouver Island Coach Lines Ltd., and Island Airlines
