Sub-series consists of statements, accounts, and correspondence relating to Ransom & Co.

Records removed from the University of King's College Board of Governors fonds.

Series consists of legal documents executed on behalf of the University by the Board of Governors, or conferring benefits on the University, such as bequests in wills. Types of documents include deeds, leases, contracts, agreements, wills and bond. The legal documents reflect activities on both the Windsor and the Halifax campuses from the early years through the late 20th century.

The major agreements that have shaped the University are in Subseries 5.1, subject files: Carnegie Corporation of New York; Dalhousie University Article of Association; and documents relating to the Royal Canadian Navy's occupation of the campus during World War II.

Records relating to wills and bequests that have been the source of funds for the University.

Records include memoranda, indentures and financial statements relating to agreements made between the University and other parties, including Dalhousie University, Ward, Wells, Dreshman, Gates, and the Eastern Trust Company.

Sub-series consists of correspondence, resolutions, agreements, and other documents relating to bonds and shares.

Some of these records were removed from the University of King's College Board of Governors fonds.