The item is a photograph depicting construction of the Cameron Street bridge in 1916. The photograph is a reproduction of a photograph taken in 1916. The picture depicts the wooden structure of the bridge being built across the Nechako River. Two workshops surrounded by lumber and a large tent are depicted on the side of the river. Annotation on reverse side of the photograph states, "138%"
The item is a photograph depicting construction of the Cameron Street bridge in 1916. The photograph is a reproduction of a photograph taken in 1916. The picture depicts a boat with wooden construction materials on the Nechako River. A workshop and a log building are depicted on the side of the river. Annotation on reverse side of the photograph states, "138%"
The item is a photograph depicting the Cameron Street bridge. The photograph is a reproduction of a photograph taken between 1917 to 1931. The picture depicts an ice jam with snow and ice along the Nechako River reaching the height of the base of the bridge. Annotations on the reverse side of the photograph state, "138% P986.9.9 Ex Pl. = 1922
The item is a photograph depicting the Cameron Street bridge. The photograph is a reproduction of a photograph taken between 1917 to 1931. The picture depicts an ice jam with snow and ice along the Nechako River reaching the height of the base of the bridge. Annotation on the reverse side of the photograph states, "10 x 6.1"
The item is a photograph depicting construction of the Cameron Street bridge. The photograph is a reproduction of a photograph taken in 1916. Two buildings are depicted on the side of the river surrounded by lumber. There is a large tent in the area. Annotations on reverse side of photograph state, "10 x 5.4"
Item is a photograph of the construction of the W.A.C. Bennett Dam spillway.
Item is a photograph of the construction of the WAC Bennett Dam.
Item is a photograph of the construction of the W.A.C. Bennett Dam
Slightly elevated street view of buildings and sidewalks being constructed in Prince Rupert, BC. Printed annotation on recto reads: "Photo by McRae Bros. Third Ave Prince Rupert, BC." Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "Dear Florence you better [illegible] will try and answer it in a few day I am well I will try and send you some cards I will stay here till in Dec Write[??] me and send me some cards I am 15 mile in the mountains Write your Bro LS Bill." Postcard is addressed to: "Miss Florence Wilson P.O. Box 1178 Worcester Mass U.S.A." A 2 cent Canadian stamp is affixed on verso. Postmark reads: "Prince Rupert BC Jul 1 10."
Handwritten annotation on recto of photograph: "FORMING & STEEL WORK AUG 19/64." Photograph depicts construction workers among machinery on high elevation of crusher site. It is believed that a front end loader and concrete mixer stand in this area. Forms for cement made of wood and rebar can be seen in foreground on left, retaining wall on right. Building top and mountain range visible in background.
Man in hard hat and overalls bent over wood structure in front of a wood box. Crusher building foundation, mountainside, and power lines in background.
Handwritten caption beside this photo reads: "View of Crusher Base." Wood and metal framework throughout, lumber and scaffolding in foreground. View facing into mountainside.
Photograph depicts the steel sheeting of the crusher building underway. Three men stand on platform suspended by cables close to roof of crusher building. Three other men can be seen working on the roof of the building, one walking, one sitting, one lying on his stomach very close to the edge. All are wearing safety gear. Cassiar mountain range in background.
Handwritten caption beside this photo reads: "Conveyor 'B'." Conveyor sits on tall steel framework and encased in steel sheeting, elevated over gravel area and small bulldozer. Unidentified buildings in midground, snowy valley in background.
Handwritten caption beside this photo reads: "Conveyor 'B' from below, & Propane Tank." Conveyor sits on tall steel framework and encased in steel sheeting, elevated over gravel area and propane tank. Conveyor structure stands to right of snow-covered slope. It is believed that the crusher building stands in background.
Image depicts a cookhouse at an uncertain location.
Image depicts a cookhouse at an uncertain location.
Image depicts a cookhouse at an uncertain location.
Image depicts a cookhouse at an uncertain location.
Image depicts a cookhouse at Sinclair Mills, B.C.
Handwritten caption beside this photo reads: "Cookhouse in Winter". Photograph depicts top of building semi-visible behind large snow pile. Treetops can be seen in background.
Photograph depicts the corner building on West Georgia and Chilco St., facing Stanley Park in Vancouver B.C. View looking south across Georgia St.
Photograph depicts a corner building on Chilco and West Georgia St. facing Stanley Park in Vancouver, B.C. The view is looking east across Chilco St.
Street scene depicts people, boardwalks, and buildings with store signs. Rubble and unknown material lies on ground between boardwalks. Printed annotation on recto reads: “3rd Ave. and 6th St. Prince Rupert. B.C.”
Photograph taken from a low elevation of various businesses in Stewart, BC. Visible businesses include "The R. Boyd Young Co." and "Motel King Edward." Printed annotation on recto reads: "Cor. 5th and Columbia Sts. Stewart. B.C. Hughes #45."
Photograph taken from a low elevation of various businesses in Stewart, BC. Visible businesses include "The R. Boyd Young Co." and "Motel King Edward." Printed annotation on recto reads: "Cor. 5th and Columbia Sts. Stewart. B.C. Hughes #44."
Image depicts the corner of a log house at an unknown location.
Image depicts the corner of a log house, the slide itself labels the picture as being from Barkerville, B.C. and also indicates the corner is an example of a "round log" dovetail joint.
Street view of some vehicles parked in front of commercial buildings in Prince/Fort George. Businesses include "J.P. Robertson 'The Men's Store'" and "James & Co. Clothing and Shoes." Printed annotation on recto reads: "Fort George- Corner Hammond and Central."
Image depicts a rail road bridge, possibly the Cottonwood Bridge, at an uncertain location.
Image depicts the Cottonwood Bridge.
Image depicts a section of the Heritage Trail on Cottonwood Island in Prince George, B.C.
Image depicts the Cottonwood House at the Historic Site located in Barkerville, B.C.
Image depicts the Cottonwood House.
Image depicts the Cottonwood House.
Image depicts the Cottonwood House Historic Site along Barkerville Highway, east of Quesnel, B.C. A sign posted by the fence reads: "For over half a century the Boyd family operated this haven for man and beast. Here weary travellers found lodging, food, and drink. Here fresh horses were hitched to stage-coaches and miners bought supplies. This historic road-house, built in 1864, stood as an oasis of civilization on the frontier of a rich new land."
Image depicts the kitchen area of the interior of the Cottonwood House.
Image depicts the living area of the interior of the Cottonwood House.
Image depicts the picnic site of the Cottonwood House Historic Site, located on the Barkerville Highway, east of Quesnel, B.C.
Image depicts a the Cottonwood Island Nature Park sign and map in Prince George, B.C.
Image depicts a the Cottonwood Island Nature Park sign and map in Prince George, B.C.
Photograph depicts large bridge and dam over a wide river, industrial structures throughout. Hills on opposite shore in background. Handwritten annotation on recto of photograph: "Coulee Dam, This is were[sic] I went this fall. Wished you had of been with me."
Woman pours drink into glass of man seated in chair. Handwritten annotation on recto of photograph: "Firm believers in the 'putting down' of drink. John [Ross?]." It is speculated that these may be the parents of H.F. Glassey.
Photograph depicts large three story building, road and parked cars in foreground.
Annotation on verso: “Court House and Prov. Govt. offices at Pr. George. Once used to be 'Alexandra Hotel' now site occupied by Kresge’s. Alexander Hotel. Opened Sept 25, 1915."
Photograph depicts the Courtenay terminus of the Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway. The view is looking north.
Photograph depicts a courthouse at Revelstoke, B.C. that was built in 1912-1913.
Photograph depicts a courthouse in Richfield, 1 mile above Barkerville. It was the only building left standing of the former mining community.
Photograph depicts a courthouse in Richfield, 1 mile above Barkerville. It was the only building left standing of the former mining community.
Photograph depicts a courthouse in Vancouver, B.C. Photo shows the ripped up forecourt.
Photograph depicts a courthouse on Georgia St., looking west towards the Vancouver Hotel. The fence surrounding the courthouse is covered with paintings.