This collection contains records pertaining to the annexation attempt of St. Albert by Edmonton between 1979-1981. Records include photographs and materials from anti-annexation events, Local Authorities Board hearing transcripts, and reports and studies on the proposed annexation.
This file consists of a framed cartoon signed by Yardley-Jones, Edmonton Sun. The cartoon depicts Santa Claus with a line-up of children and Edmonton's mayor, Cecil "Cec" Purves, at the end of the line. The caption reads "If that kid on the end asks for Sherwood Park, St. Albert, Strathcona County or New Sarepta, give him a kick in his big, fat Medal of Office."
This photograph depicts the St. Albert Citizen's Committee car in the St. Albert Anti-annexation parade held in March or April 1981. This Committee was formed by Richard Plain (President- Chairman), John Welsh (Vice President), Diane Prector (Secretary), Norbert Van Wyk (Treasurer), Lorraine Shelemy (Coordinator), Louise and Walter Zuk, members. The aim of the Committee was to prevent St. Albert's annexation by Edmonton.
This photograph depicts the St. Albert Citizen's Committee car in the St. Albert Anti-annexation parade held in March or April 1981. This Committee was formed by Richard Plain (President- Chairman), John Welsh (Vice President), Diane Prector (Secretary), Norbert Van Wyk (Treasurer), Lorraine Shelemy (Coordinator), Louise and Walter Zuk, members. The aim of the Committee was to prevent St. Albert's annexation by Edmonton.
This series consists of records pertaining to the proceedings of the Local Authorities Board (LAB) of the Province of Alberta during the hearings for Edmonton's application to annex St. Albert in 1979. Records include transcripts of the LAB hearings and various reports and presentations made to the LAB during the hearings.
This file consists of a report titled "Report and Decision Concerning the Edmonton Annexation Application." This statement describes the decisions and conclusions of the Government of Alberta in the matter of Edmonton annexation application.
This file consists of a report from 1981 titled "St. Albert Citizens Committee: Annexation Resource and Action Centre Report". There is also a resolution in opposition to annexation to Edmonton, and a Citizen Volunteer Form to participate in various events organized by the St. Albert Citizens Committee in protest to Edmonton's annexation proposal.
This file consists of records related to anti-annexation and Beat the Bounds from Peter Wood. Records include song lyrics for "Purves' Privateers" and poem "St. Albert and the Annexation" both written by Peter Wood; a certificate for Kathy Woods' participation in Beat the Bounds demonstration; a certificate for Peter Wood issued by the St. Albert Citizens Committee signed by Richard Plain; a thank-you letter from Richard Plain for Peter Wood's assistance in anti-annexation campaign; and two pamphlets about St. Albert and anti-annexation.
This file consists of two "Beat the Bounds" letterheads, a blank Beat the Bounds scroll, and two excerpts about beating the bounds practice in the Middle Ages.