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Dec 6, 1917 (Creation)
- Creator
- Richardson, Rob
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1 page of textual records.
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Biographical history
Rob Richardson, Halifax Explosion survivor, was reportedly attending university in Halifax when the Halifax Explosion occurred on the morning of December 6, 1917. His family lived in Chipman, New Brunswick.
Custodial history
Telegram discovered among the possessions of Lauchlan Fulton of Saint John, New Brunswick. Donated to Nova Scotia Archives by Mr. Fulton in 2018.
Scope and content
Fonds consists of a single telegram sent by Rob Richardson to a [Mrs?] R.D. Richardson at 5pm Dec 6, 1917 saying “Awful Havoc but all safe. – Rob”. Telegram letterhead says Canadian Pacific Telegraph.
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Telegram torn along folds and large hole in top half.
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- English
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Telegram has been digitized and can be accessed via the Digital Archives folder, 2020-017. Ask staff for assistance.
Restrictions on access
Access to original paper telegram is closed for preservation reasons.
Terms governing use, reproduction, and publication
See Nova Scotia Archives’ Services page for information on copying, reproduction, and use of materials.