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Model of 2 man track car
2013.6.36.1.121.01 · Item · Sept. 2002
Part of David Davies Railway Collection

Photograph depicts a model of a 2 man track car presented to Giovanni Marra in 1973 upon his retirement as a CPR Kamloops road master. Model made by L.G. Snowden (modeller and then locomotive engineer for CPR).

Moha Bridge
2013.6.36.1.069.25 · Item · [July 1969]
Part of David Davies Railway Collection

Photograph depicts Moha Bridge which crosses the Yalakon River. Taken at the side of a derelict mining village.

2005.3.51 · Item · [ca. 1945]
Part of John Hart Highway Photograph Collection

Handwritten caption below this photo reads: "Bought in Picture Prince George". Photograph depicts a mother grizzly bear standing on her hind legs against tree, so that her facial profile is visible. Two cubs stand on hind legs facing and leaning against her.

"Mount Stephen"
2013.6.36.1.120.02 · Item · Aug. 1997
Part of David Davies Railway Collection

Photograph depicts close up of the car named "Mount Stephen," built in 1926. It was one of the cars that comprised the President's train that stayed in Nelson for the first weekend of August, 1997 during the city's centennial celebrations.

Mr. Murray on Horse
2009.5.2.177 · Item · [ca. 1905?]
Part of Taylor-Baxter Family Photograph Collection

Photograph depicts a man and woman standing to left of Mr. Murray and horse. Cardboard box lies in left foreground, and a team of horses pulling wagon can be seen in background. Handwritten annotation on recto of photograph: "Mr. Murray on the horse."

Mrs. Murray on Horse
2009.5.2.179 · Item · [ca. 1905?]
Part of Taylor-Baxter Family Photograph Collection

Photograph depicts Mrs. Murry wearing overalls and hat, seated on horse. A team of horses pulling wagon can be seen in background. Handwritten annotation on recto of photograph: "Mrs. Murray."

2013.6.36.1.014.12 · Item · Apr. 1966
Part of David Davies Railway Collection

Photograph depicts M.V. "Atrevida" at Westview Harbour, Powell River. It connects Westview with Blubber Bay on Texada Island. It is one of the very few ferries not run by the B.C. Ferry Authority. It carries about 6 to 8 cars.

2013.6.36.1.063.06 · Item · 3 Aug. 1970
Part of David Davies Railway Collection

Photograph depicts the "Queen of Victoria" that had been damaged after it had collided with Russian freights in an Active Pass. Damage displayed imprints of the freight's bow. 3 were declared dead. Photograph taken from a floating steam crane at the Burrard Dock that was used to remove mangled automobile through the gaping whole, as shown.

2013.6.36.1.063.12 · Item · Mar. 1970
Part of David Davies Railway Collection

Photograph depicts the "Queen of Victoria" of B.C. Ferries at the Burrard Dry Dock after it had been spit in half and had an extra section insterted. The section unpainted contrasts with the white portions of the original slip.

M.V. "Uchuck III"
2013.6.36.1.068.20 · Item · Aug. 1975
Part of David Davies Railway Collection

Photograph depicts "Uchuck III" at its base in Gold River. It was operated by Nootka Sound Service, Ltd. It ran commercially to Zeballos and Tahsis. It also brought summer tourists to Friendly Cove, a historical site, as it held capacity for 100 passengers.

Nation Lakes
2012.13.1.71.02 · Item · 1979
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

Image depicts a camper parked on the shore of Nation Lakes, south of Manson Creek, B.C.

Near Port Simpson
2004.2.1.139 · Item · [between 1910 and 1920]
Part of Reverend R.W. Large fonds

Photograph depicts a wooden boat run aground on a sandy beach. Annotation on verso of photograph states: "near Port Simpson"

2009.5.3.89 · Item · [ca. 1917]
Part of Taylor-Baxter Family Photograph Collection

Photograph depicts bridge over Nechako River. Sloped cutbanks on opposite shore in background. Railroad tracks can be seen on town shore in right foreground. Handwritten annotation on verso of photograph: "NECHAKO RIVER NEAR PRINCE GEORGE B.C. N.H.D."

Nelson CPR Depot
2013.6.36.1.028.41 · Item · 18 Sept. 1970
Part of David Davies Railway Collection

Photograph depicts the Nelson CPR depot . All the freight traffic work is handled at this office for a wide area. The view is looking west.

Nelson CPR Station
2013.6.36.1.028.07 · Item · 13 Aug. 1983
Part of David Davies Railway Collection

Photograph depicts the Nelson CPR depot, built in 1899. Since there are no passenger trains, freights used the front line, adjacent to the depot. The photograph was taken from the platform and shows a view looking east.

Nelson CPR Station
2013.6.36.1.028.08 · Item · Aug. 1983
Part of David Davies Railway Collection

Photograph depicts the Nelson CPR depot, built in 1899 and still well-maintained. Streetcars had a terminal in this yard from 1899-1949, for what was probable the shortest street car system in Canada. The view is looking north and shows the rear view.