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- Cook Brothers Lumber Camp, Blind River, Newspaper ClippingA newspaper clipping which features a black and white photograph of a group of men at the Cook Brothers Lumber Camp in Spragge. The image shows a number of men in work attire, three men wearing white aprons, horses, and various camp buildings. Some of the men are pictured holding …A newspaper clipping which features a black and white photograph of a group of men at the Cook Brothers Lumber Camp in Spragge. The image shows a number of men …Huron Shores Museum
- Employees Honor Octogenarian Lumberman, 1943This newspaper article from the Sudbury Star shows photos of the very large birthday celebration held in honor of J.J. McFadden on his 80th birthday. Mr. McFadden was the president of J.J. McFadden Lumber that employed many people on the North Shore over many years.This newspaper article from the Sudbury Star shows photos of the very large birthday celebration held in honor of J.J. McFadden on his 80th birthday. Mr. McFadden was the president …Blind River Public Library
- Domtar Announcement Surprises Town, 1980Article four in this series discusses the 1968 announcement by Domtar of the closure of the local mill. The last whistle blew at 5 pm on June 19, 1969 and saw 300 people join the 300-400 who had already been laid off.Article four in this series discusses the 1968 announcement by Domtar of the closure of the local mill. The last whistle blew at 5 pm on June 19, 1969 and …Blind River Public Library
- Blind River Recalls The Days of The World's Biggest White-Pine Mill, 1977The Globe and Mail ran a large article about the McFadden mill that was the worlds larges white pine sawmill in the 1950`s. During its peak operation over 12 miles of concrete `streets` were laid for access to the lumber stacks. The mill itself was built by the Carpenter Hixon …The Globe and Mail ran a large article about the McFadden mill that was the worlds larges white pine sawmill in the 1950`s. During its peak operation over 12 miles …Blind River Public Library
- Monitoring Group Closer To Reality - The Standard, 1981In March of 1981 the Blind River council was attempting to establish a committee to monitor the Eldorado Plant operations. Some of the issues to be resolved were funding, access to information and the site, salaries or lack thereof for committee members and other things.In March of 1981 the Blind River council was attempting to establish a committee to monitor the Eldorado Plant operations. Some of the issues to be resolved were funding, access …Blind River Public Library
- Uranium Refinerys Critics Distort Story Dakers Says - The Standard, 1981This short listing of facts about the Eldorado plant came from an interview with the Vice President in charge of refining, where he talked about emissions from the plant, their financing and the distortions anti nuclear groups have put into the public view.This short listing of facts about the Eldorado plant came from an interview with the Vice President in charge of refining, where he talked about emissions from the plant, their …Blind River Public Library
- A place of their own, Blind River, 2000Rocco Frangione, The Sault Star, November 4, 2000, Section E, p. 1 This is a full page newspaper article about a proposed skateboard park for Blind River. Two colour photos are included.Rocco Frangione, The Sault Star, November 4, 2000, Section E, p. 1 This is a full page newspaper article about a proposed skateboard park for Blind River. Two colour photos are included.Blind River Public Library
- Allen-McLean Wedding, Blind River - 1952A photo taken on the occasion of the wedding of Mary McLean and Harvey J. Allen September 30th, 1952 along with part of the article that accompanied it in the Sault Daily Star.A photo taken on the occasion of the wedding of Mary McLean and Harvey J. Allen September 30th, 1952 along with part of the article that accompanied it in the …Huron Shores Museum
- Muriel's Dream, Blind River, The Standard, 1995A black and white photo of Slamet Sukri, the school's 15 year old sponsored child accompanies the article.A black and white photo of Slamet Sukri, the school's 15 year old sponsored child accompanies the article.Blind River Public Library
- Clearing the Roads, Blind River, The Standard, 1997The author accompanied Blind River Town operator Pierre Trudel on one of his shifts to gain a better appreciation of this important job.The author accompanied Blind River Town operator Pierre Trudel on one of his shifts to gain a better appreciation of this important job.Blind River Public Library
- Blind River's Deschamp Tees Off At Western Michigan, 2002Bill Montague, The Sault Star, December 5, 2002, Section A, p. 8 A black and white photo of Erica accompanies this article.Bill Montague, The Sault Star, December 5, 2002, Section A, p. 8 A black and white photo of Erica accompanies this article.Blind River Public Library
- Mission Accomplished As Blind River Runner Completes Boston Marathon, 2002Rocco Frangione, The Sault Star, April 14, 2002 This article is about local physed teacher Brenda Guitard realizing her goal of running the Boston Marathon. Information about her training and the Boston experience are also included.Rocco Frangione, The Sault Star, April 14, 2002 This article is about local physed teacher Brenda Guitard realizing her goal of running the Boston Marathon. Information about her training and the Boston experience are also included.Blind River Public Library
- Sky's The Limit For Young Blind River Pilot, 2002Rocco Frangione, The Sault Star, October 1, 2002, Section A, p. 10 This article is about 17 year old Luc Rouillard's accomplishment in achieving his power engine pilot's license. The article includes information about Luc's aviation interest, participation in Air Cadet programs, the training courses required to achieve his license and his hopes of becoming a military pilot in the future.Rocco Frangione, The Sault Star, October 1, 2002, Section A, p. 10 This article is about 17 year old Luc Rouillard's accomplishment in achieving his power engine pilot's license. The article includes information about Luc's aviation interest, participation in Air Cadet programs, …Blind River Public Library
- Enjoyment Received Through Volunteer Work, Blind River, The Standard, 1997This newspaper article describes the volunteer work of 80 year old Alice Desabrais and how she won the Heart of Blind River volunteer award. The article also shares information about the local Canadian Diabetes Association and it's need for volunteers. A black and white photo of Mrs. Desabrais accompanies this …This newspaper article describes the volunteer work of 80 year old Alice Desabrais and how she won the Heart of Blind River volunteer award. The article also shares information about …Blind River Public Library
- Cyr Wins Influential Women Award, North Bay, 2001Rocco Frangione, The Sault Star, June 1, 2001, Section A, p. 11 Photo caption reads " The Fourth Annual Influential Women of Northern Ontario Award show was held recently in Sudbury. Winners included: Blind River's Lila Cyr, left, Influential Women Award; Louise Paquette, director general of FedNor, Special Recognition Award; and Tracey Vigards, fund-raising and event coordinator, North Bay, Influential Women Award."Rocco Frangione, The Sault Star, June 1, 2001, Section A, p. 11 Photo caption reads " The Fourth Annual Influential Women of Northern Ontario Award show was held recently in Sudbury. Winners included: Blind River's Lila Cyr, left, Influential Women Award; Louise …Blind River Public Library
- Town's Logging Memorial Completed, Blind River, 2001Rocco Frangione, The Sault Star, June 1, 2001, Section A, p. 11 A black and white photo of Laura Brown Breevelt posing with the sculpture accompanies the article. Ms. Breevelt was a former Elliot Lake resident.Rocco Frangione, The Sault Star, June 1, 2001, Section A, p. 11 A black and white photo of Laura Brown Breevelt posing with the sculpture accompanies the article. Ms. Breevelt was a former Elliot Lake resident.Blind River Public Library
- Former Teacher Receives Honorary Membership, Blind River, The Standard, 1995Photo caption reads "Ruth Christilaw"Photo caption reads "Ruth Christilaw"Blind River Public Library
- Artists In Profile - Natural Surroundings Inspire Artist, Blind River, The Standard,1995A black and white photo of Leslie holding one of her works in progress accompanies this article. It should be noted that the original photo was of poor quality and efforts to improve upon it were unsuccessful.A black and white photo of Leslie holding one of her works in progress accompanies this article. It should be noted that the original photo was of poor quality and …Blind River Public Library
- Brazil, Hungary Destinations For Two Exchange Students, Blind River, The Standard, 1995Chantal was destined for Brazil while Sarah was travelling to Hungary.Chantal was destined for Brazil while Sarah was travelling to Hungary.Blind River Public Library
- Blind River Equestrian Hopes For Olympics, 1997Norlyn Purych, The Sault Star, April 27, 1997, Section A, p. 14 A photo of Courtney with his latest award ribbon plus another photo of Courtney and his horse William Tell at a Kentucky competition accompany the article.Norlyn Purych, The Sault Star, April 27, 1997, Section A, p. 14 A photo of Courtney with his latest award ribbon plus another photo of Courtney and his horse William Tell at a Kentucky competition accompany the article.Blind River Public Library