One copy of "Studies in Ethics for Nurses" by Charlotte A. Aikens, R. N. Inside the book is a piece of folded paper with a handwritten copy of the "Nightingale pledge" on one side and notes about ethics, and discipline on the other.
One copy of "Public Health Nursing in Canada - principles and practice" by Florence H. M. Emory, Associate Director of the School of Nursing at the University of Toronto. This textbook was the first one written in Canada on Public Health Nursing.
A photograph album created by Isobel Bussell. The majority of the photographs are from her time in Nursing school and with her nursing friends outside of school. There are also photographs of Isobel in her WWII nursing uniform.
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Wellelsey Hospital School of Nursing Alumnae Association (1915-2015), the alumnae created a commemorative framed piece. Included in the frame is a photograph of the first graduating class from Wellesley in 1915; a graduation ring donated by Mary Stanton Sheen, class of 1931; and a year and graduation pin from current Alumnae Association president Shirley Hollefriend Heard, class of 1962. Included with the framed item is a information sheet with information about the portrait, pins, and ring.
A pair of lister bandage scissors. Old hospital bracelet attached to one arm "Eleanor M. Boyes Wellesley Hospital Nursing Office WA-1-4111" written on label in blue pen.
"For your Information" booklet given out by the Wellesley Hospital to incoming patients. Topics include what to expect when you arrive, while you are in the hospital and when you leave. There is also a section on who you might see while staying in the hospital and how to identify them by uniform, a history of the hospital, a comments card and pages for notes.
Cream coloured cardstock cover with green writing "Christmas Carols by the Choir of The Wellesley School of Nursing December 19, 1968". In the centre of the front cover is an illustration in red of nursing students singing and playing instruments. Inside the booklet are the words to the carols - O Little Town of Bethlehem, O Come All ye Faithful, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, and Silent Night, and a programme of events.
One copy of the Lion's Tale 1970 yearbook. Trudy Johnson's name is on bottom right corner of front cover in gold. Trudy Johnson was the valedictorian for her class and her graduation address is published on page 73 of the yearbook.
Letter written to Louise Darche from Florence Nightingale. Louise Darche was the superintendent of The New York City Training School for Nurses from 1888-1898. The two met when Miss Darche travelled to London in 1893. In the letter Florence Nightingale references Henry Bonham Carter, her first cousin and Secretary of the Nightingale Fund. The photograph (RG 946.02.02.02) was also referenced in the letter and was sent by Mr. Bonham Carter to Miss Darche.
An autobiography written by Herbert A. Bruce about his life, starting up the Wellesley, and his time as Lieutenant-Governor for Ontario. Found in the pages of the book is a newspaper clipping and a letter from Dr. Bruce.
One copy of the first "Merger Talks" newsletter. The newsletter was created to provide information to Wellesley and Sunnybrook staff regarding the proposed merger of The Wellesley Hospital and the Sunnybrook Medical Centre.
Panoramic photograph of the dinner held at the Royal York Hotel in honour of the Wellesley Hospital's 60th anniversary. The dinner capped off three days of events held September 6-8, 1972.
Photograph of a woman in a lab coat holding a Union Jack flag. She is standing in front of Union Jack curtains and a table with photographs of Queen Victoria. Queen Victoria party held at the hospital.
Dr. Herbert Bruce's funeral held June 25, 1963 at St. Paul's Anglican Church on Bloor Street. Photograph shows nursing staff members walking up the stairs of the church.
Dorothy Arnot holding up a teapot and a teacup. Unclear as to whether it was a tea in her honour or she was gifted the set as a 25th anniversary present.
Dorothy Arnot standing on a chair giving a speech. The occasion was her 25th anniversary of her working at Wellesley Hospital. G. E. Thornton, executive director of the hospital, stands on the right side of the photograph.
Wellesley Hospital executive director G. E. Thornton presents a framed item to Dorothy Arnot on the occasion of her 25th anniversary with the Hospital.
President of Wellesley's Student Nurses' Association, presenting Dorothy Arnot with a gift to commemorate her 25th anniversary with The Wellesley Hospital.
Photograph of two women standing beside a table covered in food. Sign on wall (with balloons over top) gives names of residents leaving and the date, time, and location of the party "Thursday June 18, 1987 12pm-1:30pm 7-N lounge"
Photograph of a woman dancing. Back of photograph inscribed in pencil "social" "and the beat goes on...". No indication of date or event photograph was taken at.
Contemporary negative of a photograph originally taken at the unofficial opening of the Wellesley Hospital in 1911. In the photograph is Wellesley Hospital founder Dr. Herbert Bruce, Prime Minister Wilfrid Laurier, and Sir William Mulock.
Photograph taken at the sod turning ceremony for the new nurses' residence. In the photograph are Dr. Herbert Bruce, Hospital founder; Nurse Patricia James, President of the Student Nurses' Association; Elsie K. Jones, Director of Nursing; Hiram McCallum, Toronto mayor; and Norman C. Urquhart, Chairman of the Board of Toronto General Hospital. Photograph is published in on page 74 of "The Lion's Tale" by Joan Hollobon.
Colour photograph taken at "SUNdays" at Woodbine racetrack. In photo 6 people are holding an oversized cheque for the The Wellesley Hospital for $135, 000 dollars.
A blank note card with "25 years of Caring The Wellesley Hospital Auxiliary 1960-1985" in blue on the front along with the Hospital crest. Stapled to the card is a fake blue flower tied with light and dark blue ribbons.
One copy of the speech read during a presentation to Dorothy Eden celebrating her 41 years at The Wellesley Hospital and her move with the School of Nursing to Ryerson Polytechnical Institute.
One menu card for The Wellesley Hospital 30th Anniversary Reunion held at The Fairmont Royal York Hotel in Toronto. Card in white, one fold, with an image of the hotel embossed on the front with a gold sticker "30".
Copy of a letter from W. P. Scott, Chairman of The Wellesley Hospital's School of Nursing Committee, to Mr. J. McNie, Minister of Colleges and Universities.
A commemorative booklet "A Greater Hospital" created to celebrate the opening of the new hospital extensions at Toronto General Hospital between April 21-26, 1930. The booklet has a brief history of the hospital and information about the new buildings. Booklet includes photographs.
A photocopy of Bill 102 - an act respecting the Toronto General Hospital and The Wellesley Hospital. The act separated the two hospitals (which had amalgamated in 1948), leaving The Wellesley an independent institution once again. The first reading of the bill was March 11, the second March 21, and the final March 24.
A memorandum from the directors of Nursing Services to all departments and all nursing units. Memo contains the names and phone numbers for all nursing services staff.
Cassette tape of Dorothy Eden reading two of her speeches given in 1973. The first is a speech given during a celebration of her career at The Wellesley on August 1, 1973. The second speech was originally given August 8, 1973 at the School's graduation exercises. It is unclear as to when the tape was recorded.
White and blue china soup bowl with attached plate and separate lid. Blue line and flower pattern around rim of plate, bowl and lid. The Wellesley Hospital coat of arms on one side of lid and bowl. Small handles on either side of bowl embellished with gold.
White and blue china soup bowl with attached plate and separate lid. Blue line and flower pattern around rim of plate, bowl and lid. The Wellesley Hospital coat of arms on one side of lid and bowl. Small handles on either side of bowl embellished with gold.
White and blue china milk or cream jug with blue line and flower pattern around rim. The Wellesley Hospital coat of arms is on one side. Handle is embellished in gold.
White and blue china condiment dish and lid. Plate attached to bottom. Blue line and flower pattern around rim of lid, top of dish and around edge of attached plate. The Wellesley Hospital coat of arms is on one side of dish. Lid handle is embellished with gold, and lid has small opening for spoon.
White and blue china demi-tasse cup. Blue line and flower pattern on exterior rim of cup. Gold line on interior rim of cup. Gold embellishment on handle. The Wellesley Hospital coat of arms in on one side on the cup.
White and blue china sugar bowl [?] with blue line and flower pattern around rim. The Wellesley Hospital coat of arms is on one side. Side grips have gold embellishment.
White and blue china small pitcher with blue line and flower pattern around rim. The Wellesley Hospital coat of arms is on one side. Handle has gold embellishment.
White and blue china plate with blue line and flower pattern around rim. The Wellesley Hospital coat of arms is on one side. The plate is inset into a silver dish with spout for adding hot water to. Silver dish also has handles.
White ceramic dinner plate with faded blue line around rim, and a garland and bow pattern around the edge. The Wellesley Hospital coat of arms in stamped in one spot along edge.
White ceramic plate with faded blue line around rim, and a garland and bow pattern around the edge. The Wellesley Hospital coat of arms in stamped in one spot along edge.
Silver plate teapot with attached tray. The Wellesley Hospital coat of arms is stamped on one side. Lid is hinged with ball handle. Attached tray is oval with lip on front.
Small heavy silver plate bowl. Made by John Round & Son Ltd and sold through Proctor Canada. The Wellesley Hospital coat of arms is engraved on one side of the bowls exterior.
Small heavy silver plate bowl. Made by John Round & Son Ltd and sold through Proctor Canada. The Wellesley Hospital coat of arms is engraved on one side of the bowls exterior.
Silver plated butter dish with 2 lids - one flat and one domed. Domed lid had detachable wood knob. RG 946.02.12.01.03.13.01 - bottom RG 946.02.12.01.03.13.02 - flat lid RG 946.02.12.01.03.13.03 - domed lid