The collection consists of sound recordings of interviews with pioneers and long-time residents of the Armstrong-Spallumcheen area.

The fonds consists of diaries with entries relating to the weather and to Melish's financial affairs as well as personal commentary on Armstrong-area people and events.

The fonds consists of mortgage assignments, wills, indentures and correspondence.

The fonds consists of correspondence, receipt books, assessment notices and various legal documents.

The fonds consists of diaries pertaining to events and persons in the Armstrong area.

The fonds consists of personal and business correspondence, bills, and receipts.