The term 'ARCHIVE'S CONTENTS' can be summed up as the ANNALS of an archive. ANNALS are a chronological record of events, typically published at the end of each year or other regular period. They are often used to document the history of a particular place or institution, and can include information such as births, marriages, deaths, and other important events. ANNALS are also used to track changes in the environment, such as weather patterns, and to document the progress of scientific research.