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          2004.6.07 · Item · [between 1920 and 1940]
          Part of Stuart Lake Photograph Collection

          Typed annotation on recto: "Douglas Lodge Scenes Stuart Lake, B.C." Man and woman standing with fishing gear in front of log fishing bungalows in forest. Tree trunks in foreground. It is believed that this couple may be the same two people pictured in item 2004.6.28, (possibly the Factors).

          2009.10 · Collection · 1921-1933

          The Fred Jeffery Collection consists of three photograph albums comprising a total of 303 b&w photographs all dating from ca.1924-1933. The subject matter of these images consist primarily of the fishing industry, river & landscapes, salmon cannery images (housing, people, workers, machinery, boats) on the Nass River and North Pacific Coast. Notable are the photographs depicting indigenous (Nisga'a) people and places and Chinese and Japanese cannery workers. Identified canneries featured in these photographs include: Mill Bay Cannery, Namu Cannery, Klemtu Cannery, Shushartie Bay Cannery, Balmoral Cannery, North Pacific Cannery, Nass Harbour Cannery, Port Essington Cannery, Kitwanga Cannery, Port Nelson Cannery, Alert Bay Cannery, Dominion Cannery and ABC Co. Cannery. Photographs also include images of the Canadian Pacific Railway in both Vancouver and Sicamous, BC., as well as, images of the Legislative Assembly buildings in Victoria, the 1924 Special Service Squadron ships in Vancouver, early construction of the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, and town overviews of Yokohama, Japan (pre WWII).

          Jeffery, Fred
          2011.3.2.13 · Item · 1921
          Part of North Coast & Central BC Postcard Collection

          Boardwalk in foreground, buildings and roads in mid ground, cut banks in background. Printed annotation on recto reads: “Prince George. B.C. 1921 by Moore”. Handwritten annotation in ink on verso reads: “The Netchaco river is between the mountain and the city and the C.N.R. runs along the river bank nearest the city. This picture is taken looking north.”

          2011.3.3.39 · Item · 18 August 1924
          Part of North Coast & Central BC Postcard Collection

          Street view of Prince Rupert storefronts. A high cliff can be seen in the background with several large houses perched atop it. Printed annotation on recto reads: "Prince Rupert Residences on the Cliff which runs thru the Heart of the City." Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "8-18-24 I am still on the go but heading for home when [illegible] to be by Soft cot. Here seen some great scenery in Canada. Trains by boat to-night for Vancouver. Nan felt better. Love for all Chas[??]." Handwritten address on verso reads: "Mrs. Friderich Eley R [illegible] 3 Santa Ana Calif. U.S.A." Postmark stamped on verso reads: "Prince Rupert BC. 10 PM Aug 18 1924."

          2011.3.3.41 · Item · 5 August 1925
          Part of North Coast & Central BC Postcard Collection

          Side perspective street view of the Canadian Bank of Commerce on a deserted dirt road. Printed annotation on recto reads: "2nd Ave Prince Rupert BC." Illegible faded photographer's mark on lower right corner. Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "The houses and pavements are made of wood. Love Daddy. xx." Postcard is addressed to: "Miss Greta Poole 'Airoudale'[??] Collingwood Road Paigulou Devon England." Postmark on verso reads: "Prince Rupert BC 10:30 AM Aug 5 1925."

          Plan of Port Essington
          2002.5.2 · Item · 28 September 1926
          Part of NBCA Document and Ephemera Collection

          Plan of Port Essington consists of an architectural plan for the townsite of Port Essington compiled from plans in Land Registry and described as Composite Plan 537 (originally deposited October 17th 1893). Depicts Skeena River, Hocsal River, individual lots and streets, the B.C. Fishing and Packing Co. Ltd., a graveyard, and the Anglo British Columbia Packing Co.

          2000.19.1.154 · Item · 20 Sept. 1926-19 Oct. 1926
          Part of Prentiss Gray Collection

          Photograph depicts a man and horse standing outside a log cabin covered in snow and icicles. In the foreground of the image several loaded packs are laid out surrounding the cabin. The cabin belonged to ranger Alex Nelles' and was located at Willow Creek.

          Ranger Alex Nelles' cabin
          2000.19.1.7 · Item · 20 Sept. 1926-19 Oct. 1926
          Part of Prentiss Gray Collection

          Photograph depicts trekking supplies piled outside Alex Nelles' log cabin. An unidentified man is standing outside the cabin with a horse.

          2000.19.2.13 · Item · 29 Aug. 1927-26 Sept. 1927
          Part of Prentiss Gray Collection

          Photograph depicts a townsite with with several buildings and fences. The image possibly depicts Moberly, though It has been suggested that this is more likely Hudson Hope.

          2000.19.2.1 · Item · 29 Aug. 1927-26 Sept. 1927
          Part of Prentiss Gray Collection

          Photograph depicts a log cabin at Peace River with a dirt clearing in the foreground and a tree-covered environment in the background. Fist sign in images reads: "18 MLS to Rolla"; second sign reads: "Rolla Landing".

          Main Street of Rolla
          2000.19.2.2 · Item · 29 Aug. 1927-26 Sept. 1927
          Part of Prentiss Gray Collection

          Photograph depicts the main street of Rolla with a dirt street and wooden sidewalks, tethered horses, and the storefront of H.G. Atkinson General Merchants. Three people are visible walking through the streets.

          Hudson's Hope
          2000.19.2.6 · Item · 29 Aug. 1927-26 Sept. 1927
          Part of Prentiss Gray Collection

          Photograph depicts a cluster of buildings at Hudson's Hope with a grassy field in the foreground. Hudson's Bay post is the building on the left.

          Hudson's Hope
          2000.19.2.33 · Item · 29 Aug. 1927-26 Sept. 1927
          Part of Prentiss Gray Collection

          Photograph depicts the townsite of Hudson's Hope featuring a number of small wooden buildings clustered in a field. The Hudson's Bay post is building visible on far left.

          2011.3.3.64 · Item · 28 June 1928
          Part of North Coast & Central BC Postcard Collection

          Slightly elevated photograph of Prince Rupert buildings. A lone vessel is visible in the background. Printed annotation on recto reads: "Courtesy of Can Nat'l Rys. Prince Rupert. B.C." Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "Dear Elma. We reached Prince Rupert (in the picture) today. Friday we arrive at Skagway and the glaciers. Having a fine trip- good weather and a good crowd. Love from Claire." Postcard is addressed to: "Mrs. Claude Millersh, River Forest, Guerneville, Sonoma Co., California." Postcard is affixed with a two cent American stamp. Postmark on verso reads: "Ketohikan Alaska. Jun 28 3 PM 1928."

          Front Street, Quesnel, BC
          2011.3.1.17 · Item · ca. 1930
          Part of North Coast & Central BC Postcard Collection

          Street view photograph taken at the intersection of Front Street and Carson Avenue. Several men are gathered at Cowan's Hardware store on the corner. Also visible in this photograph is the Cariboo Hotel (visible furthest to the left), and the British American Hotel which is partially visible behind the J.A. Fraser store. Printed annotation on recto reads: "On Front Street, Quesnel, B.C."

          Carson Avenue, Quesnel, BC
          2011.3.1.16 · Item · ca. 1930
          Part of North Coast & Central BC Postcard Collection

          Street view photograph looking down Carson Avenue at the Front St. intersection in Quesnel, BC. Several identified businesses line the gravel avenue on the right; however Cowan's Hardware store is visible at the intersection on the left. Printed annotation on recto reads: "Carson Ave., Quesnel, B.C. 1930 Looking East."

          Boy’s Parliament
          2000.13.1.2 · Item · 1930
          Part of Ray Williston fonds

          Item is a photograph of the Boy’s Parliament taken on the steps of the Legislature in Victoria. Mr. Williston is on the left in the second row from the front.

          Placer mining in Hixon, BC
          2007.17.1.5 · Item · [ca. 1933]
          Part of James Joseph Claxton Photograph Collection

          Photo is adhered to paper backing, upon which handwritten annotation on recto reads: “Placer mining Hixon B.C. Hungry 30ies. This picture taken on top of hill across from Quesnel Quartz Mine maybe 800 ft west of Quartz taken approx 45 yrs ago (1933) 1978.12.19”

          2007.17.1.6 · Item · [ca. 1935]
          Part of James Joseph Claxton Photograph Collection

          Photograph depicts two wooden buildings in a snow covered forest environment. Photo is adhered to paper backing, upon which handwritten annotation on recto reads: “Quesnelle Quartz Mining Co. Hixon BCTaken in mid 1930ies. Power house from rear. Present day (1973) Logging road would run through powerhouse at immediate rear of it at which you are looking. Tom Marsh Box 150 Squamish BC 1978.12”

          2007.17.1.9 · Item · [ca. 1935]
          Part of James Joseph Claxton Photograph Collection

          Photograph depicts a dam and spillway obstructing a creek. Photo is adhered to paper backing, upon which handwritten annotation on recto reads: “This is the dam and spillway about nine miles up Hixon Creek belonging to the Hixon Creek Cariboo Gold Co., whose main camp on Hixon Creek was at the falls. A fellow Sterling or Bill Tordiffe & I took a contract to cut the logs for this dam in January 1934. The first few winters Quart [sic] Quesnel Quartz had to shut down for snow”

          2007.17.1.4 · Item · 1935
          Part of James Joseph Claxton Photograph Collection

          Photograph depicts a snow-covered forest clearing with six structures and a truck. Buildings have been numbered 1-8 with pen. Original handwritten annotations on verso of photograph are signed by Tom Marsh. Photograph is taped to paper. Typed annotation on recto of paper reads: “1. Bridge over creek. 2. Blacksmith shop. 3. Powerhouse. 4. Headframe over 200’ shaft. 5. Office 6. Water tanks from powerhouse. 7. Bunkhouse. 8. Truck. 9. Cookhouse behind #6 cannot be seen. We were always able to find the cookhouse even though hidden in this picture. Taken about 1935 by Russell Ross, supt. Quesnel Quarts Mine. Tom Marsh, Box 156, Squamish B. C.”

          2007.17.1.7 · Item · [ca. 1935]
          Part of James Joseph Claxton Photograph Collection

          Photograph depicts two wooden buildings in a snow covered forest environment. Photo is adhered to paper backing, upon which handwritten annotation on recto reads: “Quesnelle Quartz mining Company Hixon, B.C. Taken in mid nineteen thirties. Powerhouse from rear. Present day (1973) logging road would run through powerhouse at immediate rear of it at which you are looking. Tom Marsh Box 156 Squamish BC V0N 3G0 December 1978”

          2007.17.1.10 · Item · [ca. 1935]
          Part of James Joseph Claxton Photograph Collection

          Photograph depicts a wooden flume funneling water in a forested area. Photo is adhered to paper backing. Original annotations on verso of photo are covered by paper mounting. Typed annotation on recto of paper reads: “First wash for gold by Hixon Creek Cariboo Gold Co. Across Hixon from Quesnel Quartz up the hill. North side of creek 1930’s”