Lost mailboxes, emails

Yesterday, due to some severe OS problems, an Apple Care specialist had me archive my computer, then install the old OS that came with the laptop.
Now, all of my original problems are solved and all my software is now up to date, but I don't know how/where to find my mailboxes and email from the Mail software.
When I open Mail, it looks and behaves as if it is Day One. I know my old data is on the HD somewhere. Can someone please help?
Obviously, I have the same question re: iCal and Address Book.
A bit worried,
Tommy

This was sorted out for me by Apple phone support. Thanks.

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