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File consists of clippings, notes, and reproductions relating to the Centennial Fountain in Prince George. Includes various clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper; "Centennial Fountain - Status report" typed letter to The Mayor and City Council of Prince George from Mark B. Stagg, City Planner (11 June 1981); "Centennial Fountain Landscape" typed letter to C.A. Jeffery from C.E. Obst (21 Aug. 1986); "Centennial Fountain" typed letter to Mrs. Carrie-Jane Gray from Mark B. Stagg, City Planner (12 Dec. 1980); and "Office of the Mayor" typed letter to Mrs. Gwen Boyle from E. Mercier, Mayor of Prince George (9 Dec. 1980). Also includes photographs depicting the Centennial Fountain (1980).

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to public libraries in Prince George. File consists of material about the various public libraries established in Prince George, including Prince George Public Library on Canada Games Way, as well as the earliest public library in Prince George at the First Presbyterian Church. Includes various clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper; a faxed document from Joan Jarman at the Prince George Public Library to Kent Sedgwick (5 Jan. 2001); and "Library plans" faxed letter from Kent Sedgwick to Joan Jarman (8 Jan. 2001).

File consists of a note and a reproduction relating to the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Prince George. The Seventh Day Adventist Church was built in 1949-1950 at 975 Patricia Boulevard in Prince George. The church was later moved to 4388 15th Avenue before being demolished circa 2005.

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to South Fort George. Includes: "South Fort George - A trip to the past" heritage brochure produced by South Fort George Community Association (1987) and "B.C. Express Co. Heritage Site" typed document prepared by the Heritage Advisory Committee (Feb. 1994). Also includes photographs depicting various buildings from old South Fort George.

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to a downtown walking tour conducted by Sedgwick for the British Columbia Historical Federation 2003 conference. Also includes photographs depicting participants of the BC Historical Federation Conference on a downtown walking tour in Prince George (2003).

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to a field trip to Shelley conducted by Bev Christensen. Includes: "Lheidli T'enneh and Fort George" typed document by the BC Historical Federation (May 2003).

File consists of a published and annotated copy of "Giscome Chronicle: The rise and demise of a sawmill community in central British Columbia, 1912-1976" by Kent Sedgwick. Includes annotations and notes by Kent Sedgwick.

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to Kent Sedgwick's research on Giscome. Includes: "Joe Rositano" typed transcript of an oral interview with Joe Rositano conducted by Dan Watt (14 Apr. 2000). Also includes photographs depicting various buildings in Giscome (2009), and a CD containing photographs depicting the Giscome town plans (2009).

File consists of notes relating to Kent Sedgwick's research on Giscome and his book "Giscome Chronicle: The Rise and Demise of a Sawmill Community in Central British Columbia, 1912-1976". Includes a CD containing photographs for use on the book cover of "The Rise and Demise of a Sawmill Community" (2007).

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to the closure of the Giscome mill. Also includes a photograph depicting the Giscome mill foundations after its demolition.

File consists of clippings and reproductions relating to Giscome. Includes various clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper (1974-1976).

File consists of notes and clippings relating to the take-over of Caitlin Press after the passing of Cynthia Wilson who had owned the publishing company between 1991 and 2005 and had moved it to Prince George. The purchase of Caitlin Press was being considered by Vivien, Barry McKinnon, Lana Coldwell, Jeanette Turpin, and Kent Sedgwick. The file includes email correspondance between them regarding this decision.

File consists of notes relating to a genealogy talk by Kent Sedgwick regarding heritage and genealogy research methods.

Photograph depicts the graves of Edmund Shepherd, Elsie Rankin, and Elize Shepherd at the Soda Creek Cemetery.

Photograph depicts a monument and grave stone for Captain Frank Odin of the Steamboat Charlotte. Annotation on verso: "Capt. Odin Monument, Soda Creek cemetery, 2010".

Photograph depicting an abandoned building in Soda Creek, the building surrounded by overgrown grass and trees.

Photograph depicting a dirt field surrounded by green trees.

Photograph depicting a garden and backyard in someone's personal residence.

Photograph depicting a garden and backyard in someone's personal residence.

Photograph depicting Kent Sedgwick and a dog in someone's garden and personal residence.

Photograph depicting Kent Sedgwick and a dog in someone's garden and personal residence.

Kent Sedgwick’s research subject files contain original research notes, interviews and oral histories, news clippings, and collected primary and secondary sources. The series also includes both original and reproduction photographs, audio recordings, and maps. The subject files primarily relate to the history, urban planning, and historical geography of the Central Interior of British Columbia, especially Prince George area and the East Line communities over the course of the 20th century. They also include extensive notes on geographic features, landscapes, interpretative trails, architectural history, industrial history, history of Western exploration and land survey, and the First Nations history of the region.

File consists of newspaper clippings and notes relating to the history of Prince George from 1920-1929. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "In 1920s, Prince George was marketed as a dynamic growing city" (Dec. 2008); "Board of Trade report indicates city economy was on upswing in 1929" (May 2008); "City had a solid professional roster in 1921" (2007); "Rosy prospects seen for our city in 1920" (2006); "City had rowdy political meetings in 1920" (2003); and "1921: Prince George touted as the 'Future Hub of B.C.'" (1999).

File consists of clippings and reproductions relating to the history of Prince George from 1960-1969. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "Fall of 1965 headlines trumpeted local as well as world events"; "Prince George events in the spring of 1969" (May 2005); "Firsts for Prince George in the 1960s"; "1960s eventful in Prince George" (June 2004); and "Dramatic Change hit P.G. in mid '60s".

File consists of newspaper clippings relating to the history of Prince George from 1980-1989. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "1984: it was a good year" (2004); "Prince George turned 70 in 1985 with big celebrations" (2008); and "Speculation swirled over university site" (2005).

File consists of clippings, notes, and reproductions relating to the revitalization of downtown Prince George. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "Downtown improvement plan unveiled" (June 2006); "Attracting money into downtown" (June 2006); "Architects urge 'sensitive' downtown approach" (Jan. 1982); "The Downtown Question" (Oct. 1994); "Shopping malls now serve as community centres" (Apr. 1982); and "Shopping malls destroy city centres" (Mar. 1982). Also includes "Prince George city core" written by Kent Sedgwick (May 1972); "Downtown Prince George: Land and building values" report from the City of Prince George (Feb. 1979); and "The city of Prince George proposed town centre" booklet from the City of Prince George (Oct. 1980); and a poster entitled "Smart growth on the ground".

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to log buildings in the central interior of British Columbia. Includes: "Log school" typescript letter from Kent Sedgwick to Susan Spoke, publisher for Canadian Heritage (23 June 1985). File also includes photographs depicting a log building and its building process (1985).

File consists of a CD, an audiocassette, and a typed transcript of an interview with Trelle Morrow conducted by Kent Sedgwick. Trelle Morrow was an architect in Prince George between 1950 and 2000 and during the interview in 2007 he was a retired member of the Architectural Institute of B.C. The interview includes discussions on the buildings Trelle Morrow contributed to in Prince George and his life surrounding his work.

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to the Volksport trail in Prince George. The trail starts at the Prince George Railway and Forestry Museum and follows the Heritage River Trail through parks along the Fraser and Nechako Rivers with some residential walking. Includes: "Prince George Railway & Forestry Museum 11 km trail for Volkssporting members" typed document (2004) and "Presentation for Railway and Forestry Museum Directors Meeting" typed document by Audrey L'Heureux (Jan. 2004).

File consists of clippings, notes, and reproductions relating to the Hart Highway in Prince George. Also includes "Fraser flats" typescript document by Caroline Buchi.

File consists of notes, reproductions, and typescript documents relating to Beaverly Elementary School. Includes: "Beaverly School" typescript letter from Kent Sedgwick to the Beaverly Community Association (30 Oct. 1987). Also includes photographs depicting the old weathered wooden Beaverly School building (Nov. 2001).

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to the East Line Section of the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway in Central British Columbia.

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to the Salmon Valley Ranch. Also includes photographs depicting the Salmon Valley Ranch.

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to various communities along the East Line. Includes material regarding Penny; the Robson Valley; the Ancient Rainforest; Dome Creek; Bend; Loos; Crescent Spur; and Dewey. File includes photographs depicting the Fraser River and Morkill Forest Service Road near Crescent Spur and Dome Creek (2010).

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to Tete Jaune.

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to Summit Lake.

File consists of notes, clippings and reproductions relating to Mud River and Beaverly. Also includes photographs depicting various buildings and homesteads in Mud River (2002).

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to Chilako River and Indian Reserve No. 4. File contains material regarding the discovery of Indigenous artifacts in an archaeological dig by faculty and students from the University of Northern British Columbia; the establishment of a fur trading fort at Chala-oo-chick for the Hudson's Bay Company; and Indian Reserve No. 4 of the L'heidli T'enneh. Includes photographs depicting Fernie Ollinger's barn on Chilako Station Road and Chilako River (2006).

File consists of a typescript essay titled "The Impact of Swiss settlement in the Bulkley Valley" by Allen Curley for a GEOG 205 class.

File consists of clippings, notes, and reproductions relating to the Crescents neighbourhood of Prince George. Includes: "Heritage inventory Crescents" inside a duotang (1990); "For Vanc - Carney St. study" typescript document (1990); "RE: Rezoning" typescript letter to Mr. LaChance from the City of Prince George (23 Jan. 1980); and "School Board Administrative Building" typescript document (2 Feb. 1976).

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to proposed heritage buildings in Prince George. Includes: "A heritage to remember" typescript document prepared by the Prince George Joint Heritage Advisory Committee (Dec. 1983); "Heritage aspects of 886 Vancouver Street" typescript letter sent to Alderman Monica Becott from Kent Sedgwick (2 May 1991); and "House at 1677 - 7th Ave". typed letter to Ed Chanter from Kent Sedgwick (9 Sept. 1994). Also includes photographs depicting houses at the addresses 1651 Fifth Avenue, 1085 Vancouver Street, 983 Vancouver Street, 1675 Fifth Avenue, 1643 Fifth Avenue, 886 Vancouver Street, 1734 Twelfth Avenue (1991).

Subseries consists of material collected and created by Kent Sedgwick for research regarding various areas within Prince George. These files include material on neighbourhoods and notable areas within the city, as well as the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George. Notable areas include the Fort George Canyon, downtown Prince George, and Cottonwood Island. The files primarily contain notes and newspaper clippings relating to the development and history of these areas.

File consists of the 1970 edition of "Prince George Street Names A-Z" compiled by the Prince George branch of Canadian Federation of University Women.

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to the medical history of Prince George. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "From a missionary to state-of-the-art" (July 1986); "Medical practice seen from inside" (May 2007); "Hospital services: the post war era" (June 2004); "Northerners sought hospital expansion" (Jan. 2001); and "The growing need for a local hospital" (Dec. 1999). Also includes photographs depicting the first hospital in Prince George at 1584 8th avenue.