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Thomas McIlwraith fonds Series
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Book Manuscripts

Series consists of two original draft manuscripts written by Thomas McIlwraith. The first manuscript is for the "Birds of Ontario" [n.d.], which is a concise account of every species of bird known to have been found in Ontario, along with a description of the nests and eggs. The second manuscript is the "Birds Observed in the Vicinity of Hamilton" [1860].

Business Postcards

Series consists of a box of penny postcards from McIlwraith's merchant coal business. The postcards detail messages regarding his business affairs.