1 50 237 https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/9375bf2435f846dd4125664a1fb0d19d.jpeg ecc8e95bce450cd4df8df7a089d7d804 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The 2SLGBTQIA+ Purge in Newfoundland and Labrador Description An account of the resource From the 1950s-1990s it was legal for employees in the federal government and Canadian military to be fired because of their sexuality and gender identity? In fact, there was an entire section of the RCMP dedicated to outing 2SLGBTQ+ employees. That discrimination extended to Newfoundland and Labrador and this collection aims to tell their stories. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource “…some of us are fighting back.” Description An account of the resource An article in the Body Politic that discusses the LGBTQ+ purges in the Canadian Army. The experiences of several LGBTQ+ ex-military members are detailed. This article was posted in the Body Politic newsletter. The Body Politic was a queer, activist-based Canadian monthly newsletter that was published from 1971 to 1987. It is one of the most significant queer publications in Canadian history, and played a significant role in amplifying the Gay Liberation Movement and provided a crucial space for queer voices to be heard. <a href="https://archive.org/details/bodypolitic36toro/page/8/mode/2up?q=newfoundland">https://archive.org/details/bodypolitic36toro/page/8/mode/2up?q=newfoundland</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Internet Archive Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource September 1977 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpeg Language A language of the resource English 1970s Barbara Thornborrow Canada Canadian Armed Forces discrimination employment Gloria Cameron Halifax-Shearwater homophobia J.A. Dextraxe Maritimes military purge https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/e41120da513cdd184651b0f80c26fe88.jpg ee5f8c6e1c5924343d517850642ec6dc Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Atlantic Gays hold Conference Description An account of the resource An article in The Muse reporting on a Halifax conference for gays in the Atlantic provinces. The conference aims to identify and combat oppression within these provinces. Resolutions passed include a bilingual gay movement in Canada, continued support of the national gay rights coalition’s intervention in the renewal of CBC Radio licenses and to end sexism among gays. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Muse Collection, Centre for Newfoundland Studies. <a href="https://collections.mun.ca/digital/collection/muse/id/6289/rec/86">https://collections.mun.ca/digital/collection/muse/id/6289/rec/86</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Center for Newfoundland Studies Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 14 October 1977 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper article Atlantic bilingual CBC conference gay Halifax lesbian New Brunswick Newfoundland Nova Scotia organization Prince Edward Island sexism https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/5c0c3ce165fffc7ff21a0195dc3df8b8.png 4321dd6b2da1f0d0e7eb5e95132f210f Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Canada: Ontario Delists Coverage for Sex Reassignment Description An account of the resource Part of the "International News" page in The TV-TS Tapestry highlighting Canada. The Ontario government has delisted sex reassignment surgery from the benefits of the Ontario Health Insurance Plan, but notes that the Clarke Gender Identity Clinic will help support people who want gender affirming surgery in the province. The write up also notes that the governments of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, and Newfoundland are still providing reimbursement of reassignment surgery as long as they have approval from the Clarke Clinic. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The Body Politic Description An account of the resource The Body Politic was a queer, activist-based Canadian monthly newsletter that was published from 1971 to 1987. It is one of the most significant queer publications in Canadian history, and played a significant role in amplifying the Gay Liberation Movement and provided a crucial space for queer voices to be heard. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "I am MALE, slim, in my twenties." Description An account of the resource An advertisement in The Body Politic posted by someone looking for a "male companion from 18-25" listing criteria and the assets of the poster as well as asking potential cantidates to write back and send photos.  <div id="dublin-core-description" class="element"> <div class="element-text"> This article was posted in the Body Politic newsletter. The Body Politic was a queer, activist-based Canadian monthly newsletter that was published from 1971 to 1987. It is one of the most significant queer publications in Canadian history, and played a significant role in amplifying the Gay Liberation Movement and provided a crucial space for queer voices to be heard. </div> </div> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Pink Triangle Press and Canadian Museum for Human Rights <a href="https://archive.org/details/bodypolitic88toro/page/52/mode/2up?q=nfld">https://archive.org/details/bodypolitic88toro/page/52/mode/2up?q=nfld</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Canadian Museum for Human Rights and Internet Archive Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource November 1982 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource JPEG Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Article 1980s 1982 ad ads advertisement connection denim jeans friends motorcycle personal ad personal ads Pink Triangle Press rural tbp The Body Politic https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/4d2ca96d94c63235045d5a4f1dc13792.mp3 42d157b80596281312174a847557bab8 https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/a6ca947ce8289b1be549a6e154a9dc1e.pdf 2080b043deeb812643ef637cbae077d6 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Solidari-tea Oral History Recordings Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Solidari-tea Oral History Project, NL Queer Research Initiative Interviewee: Émile Sopkowe Interviewer: Kai Barron Transcribed by: Kai Barron Location: Memorial University of Newfoundland - Old Science Building Date: February 29, 2024 Length of Interview: 26:32 Kai Barron: So, tell me your name. Émile Sopkowe: Émile Sopkowe. Stanley is my middle name if you want that too. KB [laughs] And what are your pronouns? ÉS They/Them. KB Okay. I feel like I should ask you where you were born, but we don’t have to get into that if you don’t want. ÉS I’m cool with that! KB Okay! So, where did you grow up? ÉS I was actually born in London, Ontario, which is an incidentally – no shade to people that live there – boring place. I never actually lived there, ‘cause we moved to ... really rural Manitoba on this Ojibwe reserve, just on the edge of it. And there was only one school there, and it was band school. Then we moved back to really rural, conservative Ontario and I went to high school there. I left there really quick and went and lived in Montreal for a while, and then I came here in ... what was in 2001. Back when life was affordable [laughs]. KB Yeah ... I wish [laughs]. ÉS When you could buy a house. KB Yeah. So I guess we’ll get into our questions. The first question – As a crafter who does a form of crafting that is traditionally gendered feminine (crocheting, knitting, rug-hooking) how has being trans impacted your relationship with crafting and that form of creativity, and the products of crafty stuff that you make? Are you able to bring a queer/trans identity into your projects? ÉS Yeah, so this is something I’ve actually [like], been thinking about a fair bit lately. Because I’ve been off work for the last year after going randomly half deaf and haven’t been able to teach. And so, I’ve been doing a lot more crafting stuff again, and [I had really...] it had gotten pretty sidelined for the last decade I’m going to say because I was too busy. And so, kind of being back in that again has given me this weird [like], time warp feeling of like “oh my gosh, I’m back in that time in the past when I used to do more crafty stuff,” and it was before I came out as trans. So every once in a while, I get this weird “what is going on?” feeling! That’s been a strange feeling, and sometimes I would think, “do I actually feel different about it or am I just making this up in my head?” [I do-] I definitely feel like I’m coming at it kind of differently than I used to. For the sake of the recording, I’ve always done a lot of knitting – I actually have knitting here right now and I’m staring at it because I made a hot mess of something and probably have to pick out a row, so we’ll see if I can figure it out, but it’s probably not going to happen. I dropped two stitches right during a colour change- KB (gasps) yikes...! ÉS I’m like NOO, this is terrible! [0:03:56-0:04:04 – trying to think of where we left off] Also, rug hooking is my main thing. I can do a tiny bit of crochet, but it is not my strength. For the last decade, or a bit longer, I have been selling hooked rugs, and when I started doing that of course was before I came out. So, kind of fit in with all the other people doing rug-hooking and that kind of thing. I guess it’s kind of a Newfoundland thing but also an everywhere thing that textiles are pretty girly. Yeah, it has definitely been a thing to be in that space as a crafter, [being somebody-] showing up in that space as somebody who’s not a woman, not feminine, and I’ve had interesting/awkward experiences with people at some of the sales I’ve been at. One of the more recent ones, oh my god I remember this guy... Probably one in five people asked me, “Did you make this?” And you can tell they’re trying to figure out, like, “why else would you be at this table if you didn’t make this, but then why is it you?” [laughs] and some people aren’t weird about it but... a number of people are kind of, like – I can tell they’re a little... you know that meme where there’s all the math symbols in front of the person’s face? That kind of seems to be what’s going on, they cannot figure what’s going on here! This one guy, he was probably like sixty-ish or something like that. He was just asking me if I made this stuff, and then he seemed a little... dubious that I had actually made it and, was actually at a certain point, I started to get a little warning bell going off of like potentially problematic conversation on the horizon, which didn’t kind of manifest ‘cause he shuffled along ‘cause I think he got the vibe that it was not going to go well. He started making, I can’t remember exactly what he said, but all of a sudden, he made some sort of comment about me having really nice eyes? But it was in this weird way as in this kind of sketchy, like when people do stuff like, “oh you can’t be a [like] whatever because you’re too pretty!” I know I wasn’t imagining it but there was some kind of slightly creepy gender aspect to it, and I was just like, “Alright Bucko, you can move along.” And thankfully he did. KB Good. ÉS Mostly... There’s not a lot of dudely people. But no on, no one kind of comments on it, which is interesting. [discussing their knitting] I’m just going to go ahead and pick out another row because I thought I’d save this but no, I did not. [I] royally messed up on this row. Alright, I think I’m back to the point where I can fix it now. It’s just kind of like... unspoken weird thing sometimes, and maybe it’s just me being awkward about it? That in some ways would make sense because I feel kind of weird about it, but this is something that I really value in my life. It doesn’t hit the same way anymore, but I’m not going to give it up, but then it’s just like, “what am I doing here?” kind of weird feeling. I think there’s a certain amount of – even a couple of years ago I would NEVER had said this – onguard-ness all the time now because suddenly everyone is an expert on trans stuff and what’s right and what’s wrong. I guess I’m a bit more weary than I used to be... If I’m in the right setting I can kind of fly under the radar, whereas I wouldn’t always choose to do that, I’m kind of doing it a little bit more than I might’ve in the past. Being at a craft sale with a bunch of rug- hooking is definitely not the way to do that, pro tip! KB [laughs] good to know! ÉS Yeah, just in case! Yeah, that is definitely not it. It was, one of the last times I was there, my table was next to these vendors that are there all the time, and they were SUPER bay – I think they were related to each other, I think it was mom and daughter, but daughter was mid-40s. Again, it’s that kind of thing where it’s like, “this could be fine, or it could be not fine.” I heard them talking to someone else, and they were referring to me in the third person, and they had no idea that I could hear them I don’t think, and they demonstrated the most casual use of they/them pronouns. I was like... what just happened? KB Woah. ÉS And I didn’t have that conversation with them, so either they were like “I don’t know, we’re just going to go with this,” or they were just getting the vibe somehow. It was pretty awesome. I was like “okay, that definitely was not what I expected.” Back to the actual question, like “how has being trans impacted my relationship with crafting?” Very much so, and I think if I were a metalworker, or even like pottery or something else, it wouldn’t be such a thing. But because it [rug-hooking/knitting/crocheting] is a women’s craft, it is a thing. So I’ve been thinking a lot lately about “how do I make that a positive thing,” like, how can I bring that into rug hooking. When you look at things like hooked rugs – I mean, in the past they were super utilitarian; you made it with squiggles of patterns and you toss it on the floor because the floor is cold. That was kind of the only purpose of it. But that’s not so much the case anymore, they tend to represent pictures more, people tend to put them on the wall, some people still do make floor ones but they’re more often being used as “art” [0:13:10 – 0:13:13 - indicates air quotes] than they used to be. So I’ve been thinking, “how do I actually bring queer and trans identity into textiles or hooked rugs?” ‘Cause definitely it’s not really a theme that I would imagine has been very present there, at all in the past. So I’ve actually been thinking about trying to apply for an ArtsNL Grant, which already is like, way more complicated than I thought it was. In order to make an account you have to give them an “artist bio with a timeline” and all this other stuff to prove that you’re actually a real artist and not a faker. KB Interesting... ÉS Or that you have some income, so things like that. But I’ve been thinking about applying for that, and [kind of like] how... I’m still in the very rough stages of clarifying a project because when you apply you have some kind of project in mind and what you would want to do with those pieces. Definitely something to do with how underrepresented any kind of queerness is in rug-hooking. You know, textiles in general, but definitely in hooked rugs. It’s just not a thing – even the pieces that you see here from almost exclusively female-identified “hookers”; I had to say it at least one time [laughs]. They tend to be pretty cutesy, like bordering a little bit on shmarmy and super idealized, and there’s puffins, sometimes there might be sheep. KB [Holds up hand alerting Émile that there is five minutes left] [0:15:28-0:15:35] ÉS Oh my god, really? KB [nods and laughs] ÉS Alright. Wow, we are going to kill all these questions, we are smashing them! KB We are so good! ÉS But yeah, how to actually bring in some of that queerness into hooked rugs. So that is my hope that that can actually happen KB That would be cool! ÉS One neat story; one time that my mom told me was about one of my grandfathers, and he had actually been taught how to knit during the war. It was a thing that suddenly it was okay for men to do that kind of stuff? He learned how to make socks, and even after the war was over he still would sometimes do it because he just really liked doing it. It’s such a weird thing that, like, “Alright, there’s war. Duty calls,” and suddenly you can un-man yourself enough to knit a little bit, like that makes it okay [laughs]. Its just like, oh my gosh, why is the world like this? Manliness is so sad, really. It’s just kind of sad, yeah. KB Yeah. Next question? ÉS Yes. KB Cool. So, how do you feel you have been able to carve out a space of your own in craft that is not always inclusive of your gender? ÉS Hmm. That, yeah... I think that’s been a tricky one, I think partly just looking at applying for that ArtsNL Grant and stuff I feel like a bit of a fake artist, fake crafts person. Which is a me problem, not a general thing, and just kind of taking up space at all in that world feels kind of awkward, and then I’m like “maybe that’s because I was socialized as like somebody that wasn’t supposed to take up space for multiple decades. If I could channel the white dude energy a bit more, I could just make literally some mediocre shit and just be like, “Yeah, this is it. This is what I got.” I see some people doing that and they just seem completely unabashed about it. They’re like “Here is my art!” ... Maybe I just need to make some toxic masculine stuff, like do some good in the world and channel that shit and be like “Alright.” KB Make it a loophole. ÉS Yes! ... But yeah, I think being able to shift from right now, I’ve had more time to actually do hooking again, which I haven’t done in years. It’s still at the more practical level of stuff I would sell at craft sales but being able to move into some pieces that aren’t designed for that would make a big difference. Because then it would be able to focus a bit more on real art as opposed to ... [laughs] KB Yeah. ÉS Oh my goodness, it’s also ridiculous really all that stuff ... I think if I keep going down this path I will be able to find some space for bringing some kind of more queer and trans themes into hooked rugs. That would be cool. KB That would be really cool. ÉS Yeah, I would enjoy that a lot. KB Well, we’ve hit the 20-minute mark, but I think we can squeeze in five more minutes! ÉS Okay! [0:20:09-0:20:20 – KB and ÉS have a laugh] KB Okay, next question. What impact does this have on your emotional well-being or even your feelings of being valid in that craft? ÉS Yeah, so I guess this has kind of come up a little bit in the other two questions, but I think there is sometimes, if - I think it’s more of the response of the other people that has kind of a negative impact, if that makes any sense? If it is just me doing my thing it’s best kind, but if other people are being weird, then it kind of can bring up some crappy, dysphoric kind of stuff. That’s often been the case for me anyhow. There will be times I’m out for a walk in the woods like, “man this is the best, I feel great!” And then interacting with people, there will be some little thing that’s just subtly transphobic or totally unintended and you’re just like “people suck...” And it’s kind of the same thing, in terms of the actual craft itself, it doesn’t bring up anything negative, its just like great and I enjoy it and for me it’s kind of mindless, repetitive stuff. Say like knitting is actually just really relaxing. Rug-hooking takes just a little bit more brain input, depending on what I’m working on. It’s kind of more what other people bring to the table... All in all, it’s been alright. KB And then... do we want to talk about the last question? ÉS That depends whether you want to. KB I can go for it! ÉS I mean, if you run out of time and you can’t transcribe it then they can just die, it’s alright (JOKE) KB Yeah, it’s alright, I’ll fit it in. Okay, switching a little bit of a gear, what role can older queer and trans people play in activism for protecting the rights of trans kids? ÉS Wow, we saved a doozy for the end [laughs]. KB Yeah... [laughs] ÉS No big deal! [Laughs] Yeah. Oh man... there’s so few older trans people for so many reasons, and its such a weird thing because often there’s actual children that have been out as trans for a lot longer that me, like not even just teenagers but actual kids. Being an elder or a trailblazer is sometimes like “oh, ok”. I feel like actually in a lot of ways its more the other way around. In fact, I know my girlfriend and I are prepping for this recording thing and we’re talking about how often personal stories are really what they’re looking for in terms of that having the most impact for people. It actually made me think about the year I came out; it was really relationships with the kids in my GSA group that year that kind of was the push. We were talking about ... that group always had a thousand questions, they were a bunch of grade five students, mostly. We were talking about being authentic and being yourself. I had been having some question-y stuff, and at a certain point I just realized that there is no right time, this is the time. As much as like I am sure my experiences can benefit younger folk has often been the other way around. When I look at schools and stuff, a lot of the times, and I guess a lot of those teachers are heterosexual and cisgender, but adults are in the way... they should move over ‘cause a lot of queer kids have got so many things figured out and adults are the problem. Honestly though, being an adult is overrated. KB Yeah, I miss kindergarten a little bit. Thank you so much, I think that wraps it up for our questions. This was great, I had a good time! Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Émile Sopkowe Oral History Description An account of the resource A conversation with Émile Sopkowe about the places they've lived, their relationship to their craft as a trans person, how they carve out space for themselves in the sometimes gender exclusionary world of craft, the role that older trans people can play in trans rights activism, and what older trans people can learn from trans youth. art craft crafting crochet dysphoria gendered girly knitting nonbinary pronouns rug hooking stitching textiles trans transgender https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/4a4904a2f88dc7b6a543acdb5097ef2a.jpg 022071787cfd2d7da463c6d18ef9f7de Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Charles Henry Danielle Description An account of the resource Charles Henry Danielle was born on November 1st, 1830, in Baltimore, Maryland. He moved to Newfoundland in the 1860s, self-advertising as a “dancing instructor and fancy dressmaker.” While he owned a variety of businesses over the years until his death in 1902, the most memorable artistic and profession pursuit of his was the Octagon Castle hotel at Octagon pond, Topsail, in 1896. He operated this establishment until his death in 1902. But rather than have a somber funeral, he chose to make his own casket and host a party instead (or, really, have his attendees party). Allegedly, 10,000 people gathered to witness his procession, and there were fights to view his casket. Though he never married, Danielle did have an heir, Frederick A. Brazil. He assisted and worked for Danielle in the last few years of Danielle’s life, and is recorded as having been legally adopted a year before Danielle’s passing. Danielle’s avoidance of matrimony is likely because of his queerness — an old friend of his, C.H. Waugh, once wrote to Brazil that Danielle “was a great lover of men. He used to hug and kiss them and want to sleep with them. I did not like this, But there was much about him that I did like.” There are sporadic records of Danielle’s life, and in all likelihood, not all have been found yet. And while there are only a few accounts of his death, the surviving depictions of his funeral point to a loved, cherished, (and probably even envied), man. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "Royal Lake Pavillion" Description An account of the resource An article in the Evening Telegram inviting St. John’s patrons to the Royal Lake Pavillion for Regatta day. This was Professor Charles Danielle's restaurant and "dancing apartment" that he owned on Quidi Vidi lake. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Evening Telegram Collection, Centre for Newfoundland Studies <a href="https://collections.mun.ca/digital/collection/telegram18/id/42955/rec/16">https://collections.mun.ca/digital/collection/telegram18/id/42955/rec/16</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Centre for Newfoundland Studies and the Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archive Initiative Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource August 5th 1893 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper article 1890s Charles Danielle regatta regatta day restaurant sporting events the professor https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/5226d3a9d25ace9c1f12a6acdd82c8f1.jpeg 348f4e9c16c8083034f12f58d11e1c80 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The Body Politic Description An account of the resource The Body Politic was a queer, activist-based Canadian monthly newsletter that was published from 1971 to 1987. It is one of the most significant queer publications in Canadian history, and played a significant role in amplifying the Gay Liberation Movement and provided a crucial space for queer voices to be heard. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "For the Record" Description An account of the resource Article segment about an inquiry made by the Gay Association of Newfoundland (GAIN) in regard to the book The Joy of Gay Sex. It received a response from the executive assistant to John Crosbie (Federal Justice Minister) saying: "[it] is of the opinion that it would be considered obscene under Section 159 (8) of the Criminal Code". This article was posted in the Body Politic newsletter. The Body Politic was a queer, activist-based Canadian monthly newsletter that was published from 1971 to 1987. It is one of the most significant queer publications in Canadian history, and played a significant role in amplifying the Gay Liberation Movement and provided a crucial space for queer voices to be heard. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Charles Henry Danielle Description An account of the resource Charles Henry Danielle was born on November 1st, 1830, in Baltimore, Maryland. He moved to Newfoundland in the 1860s, self-advertising as a “dancing instructor and fancy dressmaker.” While he owned a variety of businesses over the years until his death in 1902, the most memorable artistic and profession pursuit of his was the Octagon Castle hotel at Octagon pond, Topsail, in 1896. He operated this establishment until his death in 1902. But rather than have a somber funeral, he chose to make his own casket and host a party instead (or, really, have his attendees party). Allegedly, 10,000 people gathered to witness his procession, and there were fights to view his casket. Though he never married, Danielle did have an heir, Frederick A. Brazil. He assisted and worked for Danielle in the last few years of Danielle’s life, and is recorded as having been legally adopted a year before Danielle’s passing. Danielle’s avoidance of matrimony is likely because of his queerness — an old friend of his, C.H. Waugh, once wrote to Brazil that Danielle “was a great lover of men. He used to hug and kiss them and want to sleep with them. I did not like this, But there was much about him that I did like.” There are sporadic records of Danielle’s life, and in all likelihood, not all have been found yet. And while there are only a few accounts of his death, the surviving depictions of his funeral point to a loved, cherished, (and probably even envied), man. Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Letter from Clarence H. Waugh to Frederick A. Brazill, January 8, 1903 Description An account of the resource A letter written by Clarence H. Waugh, a former acquaintance of Charles H. Danielle in the United States, in reply to Frederick A, Brazill, dated January 8, 1903. The letter thanks to Brazill for sending a photo, an obituary card for Charles, a Christmas greeting, and a Christmas review. It thanks Brazill also for an account of the Octagon Castle under Brazill's proprietorship and notes that one deficiency of the late Charles was that "he appreciated my friendship, but could not hold it". The letter closes with kind words and advice from the older peer/mentor. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived M-122 Frederick A. Brazill Fond, Newfoundland & Labrador Collection, NL Public Libraries Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Digital access courtesy of NL Public Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource January 8, 1903 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Letter 1900s 1903 Charles Danielle Charles H. Danielle Clarence H Waugh Clarence H. Waugh Frederick A. Brazill Frederick Brazill Octagon Castle https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/4d810aea5a1d3c426faed00d22c04381.jpg 79ff5987ec63c2295ec7c69147763d98 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Gender Variance Description An account of the resource The NLQRI uses gender variance to refer to a broad and inclusive range of non-normative gender practices. Treating gender as a practice rather than simply a category allows us to collect a wider range of historical materials relating to gender non-conforming people and practices throughout history. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Newspaper Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "Women Who Lived as Men" Description An account of the resource Article in the Evening Telegram about several women who passed themselves off as men for various reasons, such as for wages or love. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Microfilm held in the Queen Elizabeth II Library <a href="https://collections.mun.ca/digital/collection/telegram20/id/16702/rec/9">https://collections.mun.ca/digital/collection/telegram20/id/16702/rec/9</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archive Initiative Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource May 7, 1925 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Article 1920s 1923 gender diversity gender non-conformity gender variance newspaper articles The Evening Telegram trans masculine transgender women https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/1503df6f791f567e46cfe86bfe73401a.jpg f14788888856fce5353f5f17ceaf4337 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Miscellaneous Newspaper Articles Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Microfilm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource LOVE — THE GREATEST THING IN THE WORLD Description An account of the resource An article in the Evening Telegram's Trinity section that recounts a story of two men in Trinity who shared a powerful love “passing the love of women” which enabled one to have a vision in a dream of the other while he was at sea. It argues that love of this nature between men exists in every community and is no different from love between a man and a woman. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Evening Telegram, 1919-1932 microfilm held in the Queen Elizabeth II Library. <a href="https://collections.mun.ca/digital/collection/telegram20/id/20630/rec/1">https://collections.mun.ca/digital/collection/telegram20/id/20630/rec/1</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource April 19, 1924 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Article 1920s 1924 David and Johnathan Evening Telegram newspaper articles passing the love of women queer man queer men relationships religion seafaring Trinity Trinity Bay https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/62d5656ffe9c5959225a0ce4a7f7d4c1.jpg 3ca8cdddfd25813741331e3c93121c87 https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/fab792f4284009403bb9061cf7f11f35.jpg 167d727766ce765e2137196661539963 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource AIDS History Description An account of the resource Items related to the history of AIDS in the province from 1983- 2000 Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Annual Report of the Department of Health 1993 - 1994 Description An account of the resource Annual report of Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services. Page 36 is a statistical report on AIDS and HIV for that year. On the bottom, it shows the different risk categories of those infected; homosexual/bisexual men are one category. Page 31 is titled Provincial AIDS strategy-Prevention and an educational component. Bulleted at 4 components of education and prevention. The 4th component stating as having identified the needs of youth and young adults regarding sexuality, relationships and AIDS. Planning prevention and education resources under the Healthy Relationships Initiative. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Annual Publications of Newfoundland and Labrador, Centre for Newfoundland Studies <a href="https://collections.mun.ca/digital/collection/annuals/id/26109/rec/3">https://collections.mun.ca/digital/collection/annuals/id/26109/rec/3</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Centre for Newfoundland Studies and Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1994 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Periodical 1994 AIDS Department of Health government of Newfoundland and Labrador HIV public health https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/4a50dbb538f52b7de446c462394a8ebe.jpg fb43fa6b2343b7e8b2295940e9f4e7e1 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Gender Variance Description An account of the resource The NLQRI uses gender variance to refer to a broad and inclusive range of non-normative gender practices. Treating gender as a practice rather than simply a category allows us to collect a wider range of historical materials relating to gender non-conforming people and practices throughout history. Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Insane woman dressed in male attire washing a chimney Description An account of the resource Article in the Evening Telegram about a woman dressed in male attire who was discovered by a neighbor while washing a chimney, then admitted to the lunatic asylum. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Microfilm held in the Queen Elizabeth II Library Memorial University of Newfoundland. Libraries. Queen Elizabeth II Library https://collections.mun.ca/digital/collection/telegram18/id/46916/rec/34 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland- Digital Archives Initiative Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource March 30, 1896 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Article 1890s 1896 19th century asylum Evening Telegram gender diversity healthcare St. John's Telegram trans transgender https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/eb071b0a9d89357f2cfc44ec7dafe506.jpeg 0d8a021daf87096a2a6cbee42eb8cf2a Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The Body Politic Description An account of the resource The Body Politic was a queer, activist-based Canadian monthly newsletter that was published from 1971 to 1987. It is one of the most significant queer publications in Canadian history, and played a significant role in amplifying the Gay Liberation Movement and provided a crucial space for queer voices to be heard. Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "CHAN narrowly escapes folding" Description An account of the resource Article reporting that, after the Community Homophile Association of Newfoundland’s annual election the previous November left three executive positions unfilled, CHAN members filled the vacant positions at their January meeting and saved the organization from folding at the last minute. Also reports that the manager of the Sea Breeze bar had been giving gay patrons a hard time lately, but that it remained the most popular gay night spot in St. John’s. This article was posted in the Body Politic newsletter. The Body Politic was a queer, activist-based Canadian monthly newsletter that was published from 1971 to 1987. It is one of the most significant queer publications in Canadian history, and played a significant role in amplifying the Gay Liberation Movement and provided a crucial space for queer voices to be heard. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wish Leonard Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Pink Triangle Press and Canadian Museum for Human Rights <a href="https://archive.org/details/bodypolitic30toro/page/6/mode/2up?q=newfoundland">https://archive.org/details/bodypolitic30toro/page/6/mode/2up?q=newfoundland</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Canadian Museum for Human Rights and Internet Archive Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource February 1977 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newsletter Article 1970s 1977 CHAN Community Homophile Association of Newfoundland gay groups organizations organizing The Body Politic https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/0815d536979563ac2b66847d376be2c5.jpeg 046ddb8283b338226edd26e5f10e7f3b Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The Body Politic Description An account of the resource The Body Politic was a queer, activist-based Canadian monthly newsletter that was published from 1971 to 1987. It is one of the most significant queer publications in Canadian history, and played a significant role in amplifying the Gay Liberation Movement and provided a crucial space for queer voices to be heard. Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "Bar becomes private club to end violence" Description An account of the resource Article in The Body Politic about a bar in St. John's called The Sea Breeze, which had hired extra bouncers to deal with violent clashes. After this effort was unsuccessful, management converted the bar into a private club to prevent violence. They issued private membership cards to gay clientele. As a business on the waterfront, they welcomed visiting sailors, and they allowed members to bring guests into the club. The article also mentions that the Community Homophile Association of Newfoundland settled into a location on Queen's Road, where they planned to host meetings, social activities, and women's nights. This article was posted in the Body Politic newsletter. The Body Politic was a queer, activist-based Canadian monthly newsletter that was published from 1971 to 1987. It is one of the most significant queer publications in Canadian history, and played a significant role in amplifying the Gay Liberation Movement and provided a crucial space for queer voices to be heard. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wish Leonard Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Pink Triangle Press and Canadian Museum for Human Rights <a href="https://archive.org/details/bodypolitic27toro/page/n5/mode/2up?q=newfoundland">https://archive.org/details/bodypolitic27toro/page/n5/mode/2up?q=newfoundland</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Canadian Museum for Human Rights and Internet Archive Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource October 1976 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource JPEG Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newsletter article 1970s 1976 CHAN Community Homophile Association of Newfoundland gay bar gay club private club private membership sailors St. John's The Body Politic The Sea Breeze violence Wish Leonard https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/1e8d298c9755a34fc5322dfe75a55729.png cb16c1bb2b84aeb21a2d7395da9c75ee Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Diane Duggan Collection Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Women brave weather to take back the night Description An account of the resource Article in the Muse, Memorial University of Newfoundland’s student newspaper, about the “Take Back the Night” demonstration in St. John’s on September 21, 1984. Proceeding from Bannerman Park to City Hall, this march was the local arm of the annual national action, designated by the Canadian Association of Sexual Assault Centres in 1981, to break the silence around sexual assault and give women a space to voice their anger at rape culture. It featured speakers from the St. John’s Status of Women Council, Transition House, Rape Crisis Centre, and Pornography Committee, addressing issues related to sexual assault and gender inequality to a crowd of around 140 women. “Take Back the Night” marches were important early spaces for lesbian activism, and Lynn Murphy, Diane Duggan, and Sandy Pottle, who are mentioned in this article, were all also involved in queer organizing in St. John's. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource V.Z. de Jong Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Muse collection, Centre for Newfoundland Studies Digital Archive Initiative <a href="https://collections.mun.ca/digital/collection/muse/id/8268/rec/28">https://collections.mun.ca/digital/collection/muse/id/8268/rec/28</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Centre for Newfoundland Studies Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource September 28, 1984 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource png Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper article 1980s 1984 anti-pornography anti-rape Astri Thorvik Bannerman Park Cheryl Herbert Diane Duggan feminism feminist movement feminist organizing Lynn Murphy Pauline Stockwood Pornography Committee rape Rape Crisis Centre Sandy Pottle sexual assault sexual violence SJSWC St. John’s St. John’s City Hall St. John’s Status of Women Council Take Back the Night Transition House women’s movement women’s organizing https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/3ed9671bccef4bfacd3eff10b6d0c859.jpg 9794a7471c05855b161d12ec49890f27 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton with Masks Subject The topic of the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource A photograph of Tommy posing next to three masks. He is frowning and his arms are crossed. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unkown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll-235, box 9 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Before 1993 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource photograph 1980s 1990s frown masks Photograph Tommy Sexton https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/e097f321b880998e5f1b8e4c09a0b1a2.jpeg 348f4e9c16c8083034f12f58d11e1c80 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The Body Politic Description An account of the resource The Body Politic was a queer, activist-based Canadian monthly newsletter that was published from 1971 to 1987. It is one of the most significant queer publications in Canadian history, and played a significant role in amplifying the Gay Liberation Movement and provided a crucial space for queer voices to be heard. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource For the Record Description An account of the resource Article in The Body Politic about a critique and an attempt to ban the book The Joy of Gay Sex by an executive assistant to the federal justice minister as a response to an inquiry by the Gay Association in Newfoundland (GAIN) . The book was critiqued for being against the Criminal Code. This article was posted in the Body Politic newsletter. The Body Politic was a queer, activist-based Canadian monthly newsletter that was published from 1971 to 1987. It is one of the most significant queer publications in Canadian history, and played a significant role in amplifying the Gay Liberation Movement and provided a crucial space for queer voices to be heard. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Pink Triangle Press and Canadian Museum for Human Rights <a href="https://archive.org/details/bodypolitic126toro/page/16/mode/2up?q=newfoundland">https://archive.org/details/bodypolitic126toro/page/16/mode/2up?q=newfoundland</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Pink Triangle Press and Internet archive Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource May 1986 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpeg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newsletter article 1980s 1986 book review Gay Association in Newfoundland John Crosbie Newfoundland newspaper article Pink Triangle Press The Body Politic The Joy of Gay Sex https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/d4cb35da96b73689e45c6621eb48196e.png b9d538d37cb91abb07ddcc0f6aeb23e5 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource AIDS History Description An account of the resource Items related to the history of AIDS in the province from 1983- 2000 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "Silence = Death" Sticker Description An account of the resource A Pink Triangle sticker with the words silence = death written on it. This was the slogan first coined in the 1987 political poster and was commonly used by the coalition ACT UP to demand government action during the AIDS epidemic. The sticker was attached to CODCO's 1992 pink triangle banner used in the Halifax Pride Parade. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Lynn Murphy fonds, Nova Scotia LGBT Seniors Archive <a href="Lynn%20Murphy fonds, Nova Scotia LGBT Seniors Archive https://findingaids.library.dal.ca/codco-pink-triangle-pride-banner">https://findingaids.library.dal.ca/codco-pink-triangle-pride-banner</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Dalhousie University Archives Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1992 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Sticker activism AIDS CODCO Dalhousie University Halifax Nova Scotia physical objects Pride pride parade https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/ec01b9472602e55d0d6ffae728a2c271.jpeg 2a7edac1a94c1bb4d3f990c2459a4fce Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Photograph Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton out of focus, balloons behind Description An account of the resource An out-of-focus home photograph of Tommy Sexton, with balloons in the background. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll-235, box 9 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Unknown; circa 1980s Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Type The nature or genre of the resource Photograph 1980s 1987 MLM queer man queer men Tommy Sexton https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/747c925e0e49496e9916ca148869fbca.jpeg 1e534e742a44b739adef65b61c28f07b Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Photograph Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton out of focus Description An account of the resource An out-of-focus home photograph of Tommy Sexton talking in front of a window. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll-235, box 9 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Unknown; circa 1980s Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Type The nature or genre of the resource Photograph 1980s MLM queer man queer men Tommy Sexton https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/1ded5997866684c5fe8cec68c2fbf671.jpeg 1249c0a9572a7fc20b629a29da8b1c2c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Charles Henry Danielle Description An account of the resource Charles Henry Danielle was born on November 1st, 1830, in Baltimore, Maryland. He moved to Newfoundland in the 1860s, self-advertising as a “dancing instructor and fancy dressmaker.” While he owned a variety of businesses over the years until his death in 1902, the most memorable artistic and profession pursuit of his was the Octagon Castle hotel at Octagon pond, Topsail, in 1896. He operated this establishment until his death in 1902. But rather than have a somber funeral, he chose to make his own casket and host a party instead (or, really, have his attendees party). Allegedly, 10,000 people gathered to witness his procession, and there were fights to view his casket. Though he never married, Danielle did have an heir, Frederick A. Brazil. He assisted and worked for Danielle in the last few years of Danielle’s life, and is recorded as having been legally adopted a year before Danielle’s passing. Danielle’s avoidance of matrimony is likely because of his queerness — an old friend of his, C.H. Waugh, once wrote to Brazil that Danielle “was a great lover of men. He used to hug and kiss them and want to sleep with them. I did not like this, But there was much about him that I did like.” There are sporadic records of Danielle’s life, and in all likelihood, not all have been found yet. And while there are only a few accounts of his death, the surviving depictions of his funeral point to a loved, cherished, (and probably even envied), man. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. 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Title A name given to the resource Photograph of the Royal Lake Pavilion Description An account of the resource A photograph of Charles Danielle's royal lake pavilion which was located near the bandstand by Quidi Vidi Lake Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Geography Collection of Historical Photographs of Newfoundland and Labrador <a href="https://collections.mun.ca/digital/collection/arch_geog/id/3882/rec/25">https://collections.mun.ca/digital/collection/arch_geog/id/3882/rec/25</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections and the Digital Archive Initiativ`e Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Before 1896 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpeg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Photograph 1890s Charles Danielle dancing photography quidi vidi lake regatta restaurant royal lake pavilion the professor https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/610ae4ad12b01123b5817842083dd661.jpg 674a19976a097980a546e7017a05730a Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton as policy officer with cat, out of focus Subject The topic of the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource A photograph of Tommy Sexton dressed as a police officer and holding a white cat. Tommy is wearing a blonde wig and makeup. The camera is slightly out of focus. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll-235, box 9 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Before 1993 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource photograph 1980s 1990s cat makeup Photograph police Tommy Sexton wig https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/91d13226dd8e443a9d736cb03265aaa7.jpg 98e2bf95b9cfe33e1bc2428483dec61c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton as police officer with cat Subject The topic of the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource A photograph of Tommy Sexton dressed as a police officer holding a white cat. Tommy is wearing a blonde wig and make up. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll-235, box 9 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Before 1993 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English 1980s 1990s makeup Photograph Tommy Sexton wig https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/a5bcb24e36156cfe0c73a9f79e74963f.jpg bc70c7aca838c6bfabc0610868a492cc Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton in bathrobe, bemused Subject The topic of the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource A photograph of Tommy Sexton in a red bathrobe in front of a white wall. He is looking at the camera bemusedly. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll-235, box 9 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Before 1993 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource photograph 1980s 1990s bathrobe Photograph Tommy Sexton https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/f37f7d4babf94744024644bb8fbdc750.jpg 7bb922cba1208772f77e9071a7e6b315 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton in bathrobe, pensive Subject The topic of the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource A photograph of Tommy Sexton in a red bathrobe in front of a white wall. He is looking at the camera pensively. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll-235, box 9 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Before 1993 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource photograph 1980s 1990s bathrobe Photograph Tommy Sexton https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/8513ce93d106809d0e184851bf7af452.jpg 926cf404ff79a5980863333fbba00ee6 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton in kitchen with dog Subject The topic of the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource A photograph of Tommy Sexton in a kitchen holding a black dog. He is wearing a white bathrobe. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll-235, box 9 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Before 1993 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource photograph 1980s 1990s bathrobe dog Photograph Tommy Sexton https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/7d38e61ced4c048ccfb47e80d0bdf47d.jpg 2c9ebfa1dbccedabf1a90003f5b80778 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton in kitchen with soap bar Subject The topic of the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource A photograph of Tommy Sexton in a kitchen pointing to a bar of soap held in his hand. Behind him there are wooden kitchen cabinets, a calendar, a stove, and a shelf with several items. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll-235, box 9 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Before 1993 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource photograph 1980s 1990s kitchen Photograph Tommy Sexton https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/80f26cf44c5ace0a58f5223d65fb62e8.jpg d739c2963c89e79681c7b61a457aac95 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton in resort room, ,1989 Subject The topic of the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource A photograph of Tommy Sexton sitting in a resort room in a tropical location. Behind him is a window showing the ocean below. An unknown person is partially show on the right side of the image. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll-235, box 9 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1989 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource photograph 1980s 1989 Photograph Tommy Sexton tropical https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/6cb123fe862e0f89360b54bcbe6736f0.jpg 877ef1a20b31d165a349dce7474e5e14 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton in swimsuit on Christmas eve, 1988 Subject The topic of the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton posing in front of a stone wall and trees in a tropical location. He is wearing a swim suit and is smiling. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll-235, box 9 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1988 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource photograph 1980s 1988 Photograph Tommy Sexton tropical https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/2533b6977853b31360c116fe24f5d52f.jpg e19c4659016b1a2638921e30792666cc Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton on a tropical beach Subject The topic of the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton sitting on a beach in a tropical location. Behind him there are are buildings, people, a boat and a large hill covered in trees. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll-235, box 9 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Before 1993 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Photograph 1980s 1990s beach Photograph Tommy Sexton tropical https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/706a7a6cca31b4c5114491218e8e2911.jpg a138af8c03912b5d9aabb5b2e4056ac4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource People in Shadow Subject The topic of the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Picture of the shadows of three people in a room. There is a lamp in the middle providing light. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll-235, box 9 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Before 1993 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource photograph 1980s 1990s Photograph shadow Tommy Sexton https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/b432660449c6ffcab68540b5bfa7b6f7.jpg d794ef1b26fd112c366c2845d44a5a66 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Glaring at Camera Subject The topic of the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Picture of Tommy Sexton glaring at the camera. He is inside and the background is dark. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll-235, box 9 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Before 1993 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource photograph 1980s 1990s Photograph selfie Tommy Sexton https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/e7addc08c8de456b29969e546f38d4f6.jpg da5541477547f300bdce3739172d09ee Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton out of focus taking a photo of himself in the mirror Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton is taking a photograph of himself in a mirror. He is holding a camera and wearing a white tank top. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll-235, box 9 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Before 1993 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Photograph 1980s 1990s actor AIDS CODCO personal photographs Tommy Sexton https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/0eea3c6cc163810ca64ad1a6f0b7edb1.jpg aa15f3106512b81d729279dc4f4f41d1 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton on beach with snow Subject The topic of the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource An image of Tommy Sexton on a beach with snow in the foreground and the ocean behind him. The sky is pink and he is wearing a leather jacket, jeans and boots. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton out of focus on a beach Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton on a sandy beach with a leather jacket, with a pink sky behind him. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton sunbathing on Vacation Subject The topic of the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource An image of Tommy Sexton in a tropical location on a white beach chair. He is tanned and wearing sunglasses. 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Title A name given to the resource The Body Politic Description An account of the resource The Body Politic was a queer, activist-based Canadian monthly newsletter that was published from 1971 to 1987. It is one of the most significant queer publications in Canadian history, and played a significant role in amplifying the Gay Liberation Movement and provided a crucial space for queer voices to be heard. Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Classified "Friends" Ad, November 1982 Description An account of the resource Classified ad from a Newfoundland-based gay man in his twenties seeking a companion. This article was posted in the Body Politic newsletter. The Body Politic was a queer, activist-based Canadian monthly newsletter that was published from 1971 to 1987. It is one of the most significant queer publications in Canadian history, and played a significant role in amplifying the Gay Liberation Movement and provided a crucial space for queer voices to be heard. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton before costume party Description An account of the resource Photo of Tommy Sexton in drag in a living room. Tommy is standing in front of a plaid couch pushed in front of a window with closed blinds. The window is framed with a string of lights. To his left, there is a blue couch or chair. Tommy is in a floor-length, high-neck, long-sleeved gown, which is purple in color. There is a bow in the dress at Tommy's hip which is silver and metallic. His hair is styled in pin curls and he is wearing circular earrings and has on dark red lipstick. His right hand is lifted and curled in a shape similar to holding a pen or cigarette. Tommy is facing the camera, holding a dramatic grimace. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton under a floral arch Description An account of the resource Photo of Tommy Sexton under an archway of greenery and florals. Tommy is holding onto a branch of flowers and leaves, head bent and slightly smiling towards the camera. He is wearing a white t-shirt with a faded image, casual pants, a backpack, and a black wristband. In the background, there is sand, more greenery, and an overcast sky. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due to AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton with cat and dog Description An account of the resource A photograph of Tommy Sexton wearing a blue jacket, with his arms around a black cat and a black dog. In the background are a radiator heater, a staircase, and several pairs of shoes. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due to AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll-235, box 9 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource February 1, 1986 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Type The nature or genre of the resource Photograph 1980s 1986 actor comedian Photograph photography queer man Tommy Sexton TV https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/c8bc309c62ff0cf199354c290fedf7d2.jpg dbc9b435010965da32cbf3c54b960a32 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton sunbathing on tropical beach Description An account of the resource A photograph of Tommy Sexton on a tropical beach, shirtless and facing the sun with his eyes closed. There are people, boats, houses, trees, and a partial view of the ocean in the background. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due to AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll-235, box 9. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource December 23, 1988 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Type The nature or genre of the resource Photograph 1980s 1988 actor beach comedian Photograph photography queer man Tommy Sexton travel https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/75e8e05b4a2152ecc7835715f32b996c.jpg 1eb176afd9f19605876da9354c648ad8 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton holding a drink, hand in pocket Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll-235, box 9. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Circa late 1980s Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Type The nature or genre of the resource Photograph Description An account of the resource A photograph of Tommy Sexton wearing a black shirt, jeans, and a red hat. He is holding a drink and leaning against a wall with his hand in his pocket. There is a person in the background of the photo. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. 1980s party Photograph photography queer man Tommy Sexton https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/c49b0d45c85faab6183e21426f0705ad.png 94b04290ab869016c89ede73638c60f6 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Charles Henry Danielle Description An account of the resource Charles Henry Danielle was born on November 1st, 1830, in Baltimore, Maryland. He moved to Newfoundland in the 1860s, self-advertising as a “dancing instructor and fancy dressmaker.” While he owned a variety of businesses over the years until his death in 1902, the most memorable artistic and profession pursuit of his was the Octagon Castle hotel at Octagon pond, Topsail, in 1896. He operated this establishment until his death in 1902. But rather than have a somber funeral, he chose to make his own casket and host a party instead (or, really, have his attendees party). Allegedly, 10,000 people gathered to witness his procession, and there were fights to view his casket. Though he never married, Danielle did have an heir, Frederick A. Brazil. He assisted and worked for Danielle in the last few years of Danielle’s life, and is recorded as having been legally adopted a year before Danielle’s passing. Danielle’s avoidance of matrimony is likely because of his queerness — an old friend of his, C.H. Waugh, once wrote to Brazil that Danielle “was a great lover of men. He used to hug and kiss them and want to sleep with them. I did not like this, But there was much about him that I did like.” There are sporadic records of Danielle’s life, and in all likelihood, not all have been found yet. And while there are only a few accounts of his death, the surviving depictions of his funeral point to a loved, cherished, (and probably even envied), man. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "Some Pretty Draperies" Description An account of the resource Newspaper article that praises Prof. Danielle’s decorating projects. It describes the professor’s parlour, with a focus on his multicoloured, satin, and silk piano canopy. It also mentions his work with drapes, including one gifted to the photographer, Mr. James Vey. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll 164 3.01 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Before 1903 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource png Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Article 1900s art history artisan artist Charles Henry Danielle decoration design James Vey Mr. Jas. Vey Octagon Castle photography satin sewing silk https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/a6ccde23dd557e22407b6f3569d1d4f6.png 5657b966935f5b9a81b968430e7c6d4c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Charles Henry Danielle Description An account of the resource Charles Henry Danielle was born on November 1st, 1830, in Baltimore, Maryland. He moved to Newfoundland in the 1860s, self-advertising as a “dancing instructor and fancy dressmaker.” While he owned a variety of businesses over the years until his death in 1902, the most memorable artistic and profession pursuit of his was the Octagon Castle hotel at Octagon pond, Topsail, in 1896. He operated this establishment until his death in 1902. But rather than have a somber funeral, he chose to make his own casket and host a party instead (or, really, have his attendees party). Allegedly, 10,000 people gathered to witness his procession, and there were fights to view his casket. Though he never married, Danielle did have an heir, Frederick A. Brazil. He assisted and worked for Danielle in the last few years of Danielle’s life, and is recorded as having been legally adopted a year before Danielle’s passing. Danielle’s avoidance of matrimony is likely because of his queerness — an old friend of his, C.H. Waugh, once wrote to Brazil that Danielle “was a great lover of men. He used to hug and kiss them and want to sleep with them. I did not like this, But there was much about him that I did like.” There are sporadic records of Danielle’s life, and in all likelihood, not all have been found yet. And while there are only a few accounts of his death, the surviving depictions of his funeral point to a loved, cherished, (and probably even envied), man. Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "Events and Echos" Description An account of the resource A newspaper notice that Charles Danielle was ill at Octagon Castle. It mentions a visit by Dr. Tait. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll 164 3.01 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1902 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource png Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Article 1900s 1902 Charles H. Danielle Charles Henry Danielle Dr. Tait Illness medical history medicine Newfoundland Octagon Castle Topsail https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/fdc810ac8d4e8ee5f3db41621547b672.jpg 636029bfd71eb2271ec42ad91ae4c29e Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Charles Henry Danielle Description An account of the resource Charles Henry Danielle was born on November 1st, 1830, in Baltimore, Maryland. He moved to Newfoundland in the 1860s, self-advertising as a “dancing instructor and fancy dressmaker.” While he owned a variety of businesses over the years until his death in 1902, the most memorable artistic and profession pursuit of his was the Octagon Castle hotel at Octagon pond, Topsail, in 1896. He operated this establishment until his death in 1902. But rather than have a somber funeral, he chose to make his own casket and host a party instead (or, really, have his attendees party). Allegedly, 10,000 people gathered to witness his procession, and there were fights to view his casket. Though he never married, Danielle did have an heir, Frederick A. Brazil. He assisted and worked for Danielle in the last few years of Danielle’s life, and is recorded as having been legally adopted a year before Danielle’s passing. Danielle’s avoidance of matrimony is likely because of his queerness — an old friend of his, C.H. Waugh, once wrote to Brazil that Danielle “was a great lover of men. He used to hug and kiss them and want to sleep with them. I did not like this, But there was much about him that I did like.” There are sporadic records of Danielle’s life, and in all likelihood, not all have been found yet. And while there are only a few accounts of his death, the surviving depictions of his funeral point to a loved, cherished, (and probably even envied), man. Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "The Professor's Will" Description An account of the resource Newspaper article describing the reading of Prof. Danielle’s will. He left the Octagon Castle to Mr. Frederick Brazill and a small amount of money and land to his servants. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll 164 3.01 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1902 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource png Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Article 1900s 1902 Charles H. Danielle Charles Henry Danielle death Frederick A Brazill Frederick A. Brazill funeral Newfoundland Octagon Castle Paradise Topsail wills https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/f7e6819a42c97c2185fa64794eb5c7d4.jpg e0b56852ba35e9d9d6977e8c0aaf6c4e Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton with cat by Christmas tree Description An account of the resource Photo of Tommy Sexton seated on the ground, wearing a white t-shirt and jeans. He is holding a black cat. A Christmas tree and coffee table are visible in the background. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll-235, box 9 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource January 3, 1989 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Type The nature or genre of the resource Photograph 1980s 1989 cat Christmas Photograph photography queer man Tommy Sexton https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/556aa33ab85211e6d8131412e00a56c8.jpg 8d5ee1f7202481bade54f5e3f6a5ccdc Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton with cat in kitchen Description An account of the resource Photo of Tommy Sexton seated in a kitchen, wearing a plaid shirt and blue pants. He is holding a black cat. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll-235, box 9 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource November 1, 1987 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Type The nature or genre of the resource Photograph 1980s 1987 cat Photograph photography queer man Tommy Sexton https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/01e1a1a631b41cb8c18b7ac3b5f4c7f0.jpg 0c4943f66468d208487a51c11f028cd7 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton holding picture of himself and dog Description An account of the resource A photograph of Tommy Sexton seated, wearing a red hat and black shirt, holding an older photograph of himself with his arm around a black dog. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll-235, box 9 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Before 1993 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Photograph dog Photograph photography queer man Tommy Sexton https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/eb961deb3f4da41ee32222f53b5cdf44.jpg bbaa4f92b34fc1894d29b7f89961a257 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. 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The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Memorial University of Newfoundland Archives and Special Collections, Coll-235, box 7.01 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Memorial University of Newfoundland Digital Archives Initiative and Archives and Special Collections Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpg Type The nature or genre of the resource Photograph Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Circa late 1980s 1980s Photograph photography queer man Tommy Sexton https://nlqueerarchive.com/files/original/8c24d47229fb22732be05f4f4a3e407f.jpg b074ef597378d391a0976459ab6e4311 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton Description An account of the resource Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. The Tommy Sexton Centre was opened in St. John's in 2006, and continues to operate a short-term housing program for individuals who are HIV positive or impacted by HIV. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Tommy Sexton by the ocean Description An account of the resource Photo of Tommy Sexton standing on a rock by the ocean wearing shorts, a t-shirt, and sneakers. Tommy Sexton (1957-1993) was an actor, dancer, musician, and comedian born in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was best known for his involvement in CODCO, a Newfoundland-based comedy troupe which later became a CBC television series (1988-1993). Sexton was an essential figure in the Newfoundland cultural revival of the 1970s and beyond. He often performed in drag and incorporated queer culture into his work. Sexton passed away due AIDS-related illnesses in 1993. 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