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Two argillite totem poles
Two argillite totem poles
2009.7.1.205 · Item · [ca. 1939]
Part of Archdeacon W. H. Collison fonds

Profile perspective of two model totem poles carved from argillite, set against a white backdrop. Handwritten annotation in pen on verso reads: “W.E. Collison.” Stamped annotation on verso reads: “Department of Mines and Resources, Photographic Section. Oct. 6, 1939”. Numeric annotation on verso: “43-2”
Two argillite bowls
Two argillite bowls
2009.7.1.222 · Item · [ca. 1939]
Part of Archdeacon W. H. Collison fonds

Pedestal bowl carved out of argillite into the shape of a bird next to a table top bowl featuring a seated human figure looking into its centre. Handwritten annotation in pen on verso reads: “W.E. Collison.” Stamped annotation on verso reads: “Department of Mines and Resources, Photographic Section. Oct. 6, 1939”. Numeric annotation on verso: “49-4”
Two 3-truck Shay locomotives at the Vancouver Wharves Ltd.
Two 3-truck Shay locomotives at the Vancouver Wharves Ltd.
2013.6.36.1.010.77 · Item · Apr. 1966
Part of David Davies Railway Collection

Photograph depicts two 3-truck Shay locomotives, #114 and behind her #115, belonging to the Railway Appliance Company at the Vancouver Wharves Ltd. in North Vancouver. They are in daily or weekly use. Both were built by Lima Locomotive Works Inc. Locomotive #114 was built in July 1928 as #3320 and #115 was built in October 1929 as #3344.
Two 3-truck Shay locomotives at the Vancouver Wharves Ltd.
Two 3-truck Shay locomotives at the Vancouver Wharves Ltd.
2013.6.36.1.010.76 · Item · Apr. 1966
Part of David Davies Railway Collection

Photograph depicts two 3-truck Shay locomotives, #114 and behind her #115, belonging to the Railway Appliance Company at the Vancouver Wharves Ltd. in North Vancouver. They are in daily or weekly use. Both were built by Lima Locomotive Works Inc. Locomotive #114 was built in July 1928 as #3320 and #115 was built in October 1929 as #3344.
Twin Bridges
2013.6.36.3.08.19 · Item · [after 1949]
Part of David Davies Railway Collection

Postcard depicts "Twin Bridges in the Fraser Canyon." The CPR and CNR changes sides at this point just a few miles south of Lytton below the Siska Market. One can see this spectacular view where trains change from oe side to another. During construction one briodge was for easier grading. In later year when the second railway was constructed, it [had] become a must to reverse the side of [the] river at this point."
TV Crew Speaking with Moran at Celebratory Barbeque after UNBC Convocation Ceremony
TV Crew Speaking with Moran at Celebratory Barbeque after UNBC Convocation Ceremony
2008.3.3.3.32 · Item · 26 May 1995
Part of Bridget Moran fonds

Photograph depicts Moran standing between cameraman and son Pat (who holds infant) on deck in backyard. Trees, fence, and neighbouring yard in background. Accompanying note from Maureen Faulkner: "T.V. Camera & crew documents you, your life & family." Photo taken on the day Bridget Moran received an Honourary Law Degree from the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George, B.C.