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2000.1.1.2.02 · File · 1963
Part of Cassiar Asbestos Corporation Ltd. fonds

Collection of photographs of the construction of the crushing plant and related services at Cassiar in 1963. The work was contracted out to V.B. Humphrey Construction Ltd based out of North Vancouver. The photographs depict the foundation, installation of machinery, erection of steel frame building, and conveyor system. D.G Garret Foreman was in charge of the project.

2011.3.1.12 · Item · 1904
Part of North Coast & Central BC Postcard Collection

Photo of 2 men working with hand tools. Printed captions on verso read: "S.P.G. Missionary Post Card - No. 14.", "ERECTING A TENT CHURCH IN CALEDONIA.", "THE S.P.G. supports work in many of the dioceses of N.-W. Canada. The diocese of Caladonia was formed in 1879". Handwritten annotations in pencil on recto read: “PRINCE RUPERT AREA B.C.”, “The Rev S.B. Priston, Farm Cottage Farm lane, Fulham. Thankyou so very much for all you did last night. I am so sorry I did not see you after it was all over to thank you. R.A.[?] You never came to eat the [?] there are heaps.” Half pence postage stamp on recto is canceled with ink stamp reading "DE 7 04".

2012.13.2.14.10.06 · Item · [between 2005 and 2008]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

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%"

2012.13.2.14.10.05 · Item · [between 2005 and 2008]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

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%"

2012.13.2.14.10.07 · Item · [between 2005 and 2008]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

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

2012.13.2.14.10.10 · Item · [between 2005 and 2008]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

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"

2012.13.2.14.10.09 · Item · [between 2005 and 2008]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

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"

2011.3.3.82 · Item · 1 July 1910
Part of North Coast & Central BC Postcard Collection

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."

2000.1.1.2.03.10 · Item · 19 August 1964
Part of Cassiar Asbestos Corporation Ltd. fonds

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.

2000.1.1.2.2.47 · Item · 1963
Part of Cassiar Asbestos Corporation Ltd. fonds

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.

Conveyor "B"
2000.1.1.2.2.49 · Item · 1963
Part of Cassiar Asbestos Corporation Ltd. fonds

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.

2000.1.1.2.2.50 · Item · 1963
Part of Cassiar Asbestos Corporation Ltd. fonds

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.

2011.13.05 · Item · ca.1910-ca.1930
Part of Parker photograph collection

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."

2011.13.08 · Item · ca.1910-ca.1930
Part of Parker photograph collection

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."

Corner of a Log House
2012.13.1.12.01 · Item · Sep. 1970
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

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.

Cottonwood House
2012.13.1.126.49 · Item · [1990?]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

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."