Business and Commerce

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  • Includes: commercial activity involving exchange of commodities or services; retail and service businesses; banking; business owners and operators; business-related associations and chambers of commerce.
  • DO NOT USE for not-for-profit enterprises.

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          3rd Avenue
          2012.13.1.7.222 · Item · May 2001
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          Image depicts a view of 3rd Avenue with the Columbus Hotel prior to the fire that destroyed it in 2008.

          2010.13.27 · Item · [ca. 1919]
          Part of Prince George Historical Photograph Collection

          Photograph depicts tall building standing alone on street. Stage coach in left foreground, unidentified man in right foreground.

          Handwritten annotation on recto: "BANK OF MONTREAL PRINCE GEORGE. B.C. PHOTO. I.B. GUEST.", on verso: “Bank of Montreal, 3rd & Quebec, Prince George. Built in 1919".

          Bob Harkins fonds
          2001.12 · c.1953 - c.2000

          Fonds consists of textual records, photographic items and published reports related to professional life and career of Bob Harkins, broadcaster, local historian, and former city councilor. Includes textual and photographic items related to development and history of city of Prince George and the Central Interior of BC region history and development in late 20th century. Items includes an unpublished manuscript on the life of Ray Williston by Eileen Williston, an unpublished paper on the history of technological change in logging industry; an unpublished paper on the history of radio and television in Prince George; a report related to the creation of a university for Northern British Columbia (1989) and proofs of the publication "Wild Liard Waters: Canoeing Canada's Historic Liard River" by Ferdi Wenger, c.1998. Also includes photographic files including CKPG Radio Studio photographic items c.1953; and photographs and correspondence regarding guide outfitter Skook Davidson c.1975.

          Harkins, Bob
          2002.12.11.2 · Item · c.1986
          Part of Bob Harkins fonds

          Item consists of transcript and tape summary of analog recording of interview with Bill Woycik and Howard Foot on the history of the Recreational Services Division of City of Prince George. Includes information on various events hosted including aquatic, circus and sports events c.1958-c.1986.

          Harkins, Bob
          2002.12.11.1 · Item · c.1970-c.1989
          Part of Bob Harkins fonds

          Item consists of printed transcript and tape summary of recorded interview with Carrie Jane Gray on controversy of Woodward's Department Store construction in Prince George

          Harkins, Bob
          2002.12.20.2 · Item · c.1970-c.1989
          Part of Bob Harkins fonds

          Item consists of transcript and tape summary of interview with Elmer Nelson who discusses Axel Wenner- Gren's business interest in the Rocky Mountain Trench area of Northern British Columbia in the 1950s.

          Harkins, Bob
          2002.12.9.1 · Item · c.1970 - c.1989
          Part of Bob Harkins fonds

          Item consists of interview with George Gibbons who discusses his working career with Prince George City Hall and as Alderman and Prince George's history c.1950s-c.1960s.

          Harkins, Bob
          2002.12.19 · Item · c.1979-c.1980
          Part of Bob Harkins fonds

          Item consists of transcript and tape summary of recording and speeches during the Freeman Banquet honouring Harold Moffat, Mayor of Prince George on his retirement as mayor.

          Harkins, Bob
          2002.12.21 · Item · 1979
          Part of Bob Harkins fonds

          Item consists of transcript and tape summary of interview with Tom Payne who discusses his life, emigration from England, service in World War I, and career as shoemaker in Quesnel. Also discusses his subsequent work at the Experimental Farm in Prince George

          Harkins, Bob
          2002.12.8.2 · Item · c.1979 - c.1989
          Part of Bob Harkins fonds

          Item consists of printed transcript and tape summary of interview with Tony and Alma Skae who discuss their family's history in Stone Creek and later Prince George particularly in the newspaper and food and hospitality industry

          Harkins, Bob
          2002.12.28 · Item · 1987
          Part of Bob Harkins fonds

          Item consists of transcript of interview with Ambrose Trick discussing the sawmilling and logging industry in Northern BC, c.1930s-1950s including the 1953 strike; the creation of the Northern Interior Lumbermen's Association. Trick also discusses his involvement in railway work, his involvement with hockey in Prince George and discusses Prince George politics, prominent personalities in the North.

          Harkins, Bob
          2002.12.30 · Item · c.1970s
          Part of Bob Harkins fonds

          Item consists of transcript and tape summary of recorded interview with Gordon Wood, pharmacist, businessman and sports enthusiast who lived in Prince George c.1920s-c.1970s. He discusses various events that impacted Prince George including the Great Depression of the 1930s and set up of relief camps; the set up of army camps during World War II. He also discusses local politicians, his drugstore business and community members.

          Harkins, Bob
          Business Ventures
          2002.7.3 · Series · 1950-1959
          Part of H.G.T. (Harry) Perry fonds

          Series contains material related to H.G.T. Perry's publishing activities with two British Columbian newspapers: the Prince George Citizen, and the Prince Rupert Daily News.

          Businesses
          2012.13.1.7.250 · Item · [2003?]
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          Image depicts a street of businesses, possibly 3rd Avenue, in Prince George, B.C.

          2011.3.2.20 · Item · [ca. 1910-1924]
          Part of North Coast & Central BC Postcard Collection

          Street view photograph of a commercial section in downtown Prince George with several "Campbell's" delivery carts parked along the road. Visible establishments include "Campbell's All Cash Store" and "Club Cafe." Handwritten annotation in blue ballpoint pen on recto reads: "Howdy from Prince George! Going easy with all these kids- good to see Kathee. Snow here. Have fun at the sports show & don't over do it. Thinking of you guys, love Judy and Vic. P.S. Can't wait to go home to somewhere peaceful and quiet. 2-27-83." Postcard is addressed to: "Mr. & Mrs. Hauffer 8429-221 PL. Sn. Edmonds, WA. U.S. 98020." Verso is affixed with four Canadian 8-cent stamps.

          2011.3.2.09 · Item · 1913
          Part of North Coast & Central BC Postcard Collection

          Printed annotation on recto reads: “Central Avenue Fort George B.C. Copyright Canada June 25th 1913”. Handwritten annotation in ink on recto reads: “Hotel Fort George; Pool room; Men’s furnishing; General store; Bank Vancouver; Telephone office; Temperance House; Trust-company; Grand stand & fair grounds; Hospital; Ware house and general store.” Cancelled 1 cent Canadian stamp on verso is dated: "Fort George BC Jul 14 13". Handwritten message in ink on verso is addressed to Mr. Chas H Wilson 94 Gould St Toronto: "Fort George. B.C> Box 65, July 13/ 13. Dear Father, This is a 'bird's eye view' of our main street - ha! ha! some class alright. We live right behind the bakery lunch room on the right hand side of the picture, on 1st avenue, some people eh? Will be moving to Cassiar Ave soon. How are all the folks. Mae is writing. Peace. M."

          Central Business District
          2012.13.1.3.057 · Item · July 1979
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          Image depicts the Central Business District of Prince George looking north from Connaught Hill. Map coordinates 53°54'41.4"N 122°44'58.5"W

          Central Street West
          2012.13.1.3.115 · Item · 12 Oct. 1989
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          Image depicts Central Street West, parallel to Highway 97 in Prince George, B.C. looking north. Shown: Prince George Motors and other car dealerships, Burger King, Grama's Inn, and the Spruceland Shopping Mall sign. Map coordinates 53°54'42.1"N 122°46'53.1"W

          2012.13.1.3.108 · Item · 12 Oct. 1989
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          Image depicts 4th Ave at Quebec St, showing the following businesses: The Yarn Barn, Golden Chalice Jewellers, Dandy Lines, Ultrasport, and Saveco. Map coordinates 53°54'58.6"N 122°44'47.5"W

          2012.13.1.3.110 · Item · 12 Oct. 1989
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          Image depicts George St in downtown Prince George with City Hall in the background. Also visible are the Prince George Hotel, Ming's Inn Chinese Restaurant, Fraser Stationers Ltd., Weiner King food cart, and a movie theatre. Map coordinates 53°54'55.0"N 122°44'36.1"W

          Family Records series
          2014.6.1 · Series · 1953-2017
          Part of Rustad & Dezell Family fonds

          Series consists of records reflecting the activities of the Dezell and Rustad families. Series include mayoral records from Bea and Garvin Dezell when Garvin served as Mayor of Prince George. Series includes materials celebrating Bea Dezell's life created by her family. Series also includes fundraising efforts for the Northern Medical Programs Trust. Finally, series includes a collection of "spruce" dollars and commemorative coins.

          2011.3.2.06 · Item · [ca. 1910]
          Part of North Coast & Central BC Postcard Collection

          Photo of buildings behind street, fenced on either side. Man and horse can be seen on street. Printed annotation on verso reads: “The Government buildings Fort George B. C.” Handwritten annotation on recto reads: “This is the place I receive my patent from next June.”

          Green Gold-
          2002.12.12 · Item · 1985
          Part of Bob Harkins fonds

          Item consists of transcript of documentary consisting of forum with prominent members of the forest industry discussing the history of forestry in North Central British Columbia c.1960s-c.1980s. Participants include Bill Young, Keith Yorston, Ken Bernsohn, Hector Richmond, Russ Cousins, Harry Gairns, Don Gould, Orville Gorley, Frank Oberle, Includes 'logger's commandments' song.

          Harkins, Bob
          2011.3.2.10 · Item · [ca. 1910]
          Part of North Coast & Central BC Postcard Collection

          Street scene showing people, dog, team of horses & wagon. Signage reads: “Beds; Mecca Café; Hardware.” Printed annotation on recto reads: “Hamilton Avenue, South Fort George, B. C. No. 110.” Verso displays cancelled 1 cent Canadian Postage Stamp and handwritten message in ink is addressed to Mr. Eathan Villard Burt Mish, U.S.A.

          Harkins History
          2006.9.2 · File · 1998 - 2000
          Part of Bob Harkins fonds

          Consists of 1 DVD entitled "Harkins' History" consisting of clips from Bob Harkins TV interviews with various personalities in Prince George covering a range of topics related to local and regional history. DVD includes two sets of clips of segments broadcasted from October 1999 to June 2000.

          Harkins, Bob