- Collage 'Blythwood', Ahmic Lake, circa 1900
Colour painted postcard of the cabin Blythwood on Ahmic Lake near Magnetawan ON. There lake is storming and white-caps can be seen at the top of the waves. In the centre of the photograph is a dock going into the woods where a cabin is nestled into the forest. Around …
Colour painted postcard of the cabin Blythwood on Ahmic Lake near Magnetawan ON. There lake is storming and white-caps can be seen at the top of the waves. In the …
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- The Jail House, Magnetawan, circa 1940
Black and white photograph of the old wooden jail in Magnetawan. The back of the building has a small window with bars in it. When this picture was taken the jail has not be used in some time. Some of the shingles on the roof have fallen off.
Black and white photograph of the old wooden jail in Magnetawan. The back of the building has a small window with bars in it. When this picture was taken the …
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- Early and Modern Anglican Churches, Magnetawan, circa 1920 and 1997
Church was painted by A.G. Cassen and the group of seven and image hangs in the National Art gallery in Ottawa.
Church was painted by A.G. Cassen and the group of seven and image hangs in the National Art gallery in Ottawa.
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- Flooding of the Magnetawan River, circa 1929
The image was created from two different pictures.
The image was created from two different pictures.
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- The Skating Rink, bottom of Biddy Street, Magnetawan, 1934
Black and white photograph of the skating rink in Magnetawan in 1934. The rink has no one skating on it. The rink is bordered by a wooden fence. Behind the rink is the village with many shops and homes.
Black and white photograph of the skating rink in Magnetawan in 1934. The rink has no one skating on it. The rink is bordered by a wooden fence. Behind the …
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- Birds Eye View of Magnetawan, 1960
Colour aerial photograph of Magnetawan in 1960. The swing bridge can be seen crossing the Magnetawan River. Main street and a portion of the village can be seen on the left hand side of the photograph.
Colour aerial photograph of Magnetawan in 1960. The swing bridge can be seen crossing the Magnetawan River. Main street and a portion of the village can be seen on the …
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- Joe Nelson's House and Gordon Raaflauf's Hose, Magnetawan
Two black and white photographs of the same home. The top photograph shows the house when it was owned by Joseph Nelson. At the time it was a one story brick home. The home has a small attack above the main floor. The second photograph shows the same building from …
Two black and white photographs of the same home. The top photograph shows the house when it was owned by Joseph Nelson. At the time it was a one story …
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- View of the Village of Magnetawan, 1918
Black and white photograph of the village of Magnetawan in 1918. The picture shows the rock leading into the village and the various wooden buildings in the village. There is a large white wooden church on the right. On the left is a white bridge crossing the Magnetawan River. The …
Black and white photograph of the village of Magnetawan in 1918. The picture shows the rock leading into the village and the various wooden buildings in the village. There is …
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- Annie Barbara Best and John Arthur's Wedding Photograph, Marriage Certificate and Newspaper Clippings
Three items mated together on a pink background, the items are related to the marriage of Annie Barbara Best and John Arthur. On the left is an oval picture of John Arthur in a dark suit and Annie Best in a white wedding dress. This photograph was taken at the …
Three items mated together on a pink background, the items are related to the marriage of Annie Barbara Best and John Arthur. On the left is an oval picture of …
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- The Glenada with Passengers, Magnetawan River, circa 1930
On the top near the right corner there is an ink smudge.
On the top near the right corner there is an ink smudge.
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- Lighthouse on Lake Cecebe
Black and white photographic postcard of the original lighthouse on Lake Cecebe. The lighthouse appears to be off the shore in the lake with no connection to the land. The lighthouse has two levels, a base level and an upper level where the light is. Behind the lighthouse on the …
Black and white photographic postcard of the original lighthouse on Lake Cecebe. The lighthouse appears to be off the shore in the lake with no connection to the land. The …
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- View from the Locks, Magnetawan, circa 1920
Black and white photographic postcard of a boat, possibly the Armour, entering the lock at Magnetawan. Across the river is the village of Magnetawan. Many houses and businesses can be seen.
Black and white photographic postcard of a boat, possibly the Armour, entering the lock at Magnetawan. Across the river is the village of Magnetawan. Many houses and businesses can be …
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- Wedding of Lillie Jane Best and Andrew Johnston Finch, 1907
Black and white photograph of the wedding party and wedding guests of Lillie Jan Best and Andrew Johnston, June 9, 1907. There are about two-dozen people in the photograph.
Black and white photograph of the wedding party and wedding guests of Lillie Jan Best and Andrew Johnston, June 9, 1907. There are about two-dozen people in the photograph.
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- Closed Magnetawan Locks, circa 1920
Black and white photograph of the closed Magnetawan Locks. A portion of the village can be seen in the distance.
Black and white photograph of the closed Magnetawan Locks. A portion of the village can be seen in the distance.
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- School Class in Magnetawan, circa 1910
Black and wife photograph of a Magnetawan school class. There are four rows of forty-six children. The boys are mainly in the front and back rows. In the middle two rows are the majority of the girls. Behind the group is a dark coloured fence. Beyond the fence looks to …
Black and wife photograph of a Magnetawan school class. There are four rows of forty-six children. The boys are mainly in the front and back rows. In the middle two …
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- To the Memory Of the Late James S. Freeborn M.D. F.R.C.S.
This is a 6 page booklet dedicated to the memory of James S. Freeborn, M.D. F.R.C.S. He was the Magnetawan community's doctor for forty years. The booklet contains a record of the service and a biography of the good doctor.
This is a 6 page booklet dedicated to the memory of James S. Freeborn, M.D. F.R.C.S. He was the Magnetawan community's doctor for forty years. The booklet contains a record …
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- Magnetawan's Answer to Canada's Call Plaque, circa 1950
This plaque was created by the town of Magnetawan.
This plaque was created by the town of Magnetawan.
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- Best and Chestnut Family Photograph, circa 1900
Black and white photograph of the Best and Chestnut families. Five of the people have names written over their heads. The photograph was taken at an unidentified family home. Two wooden steps can be seen on the right. On the windows sills there are potted plants, five on the left …
Black and white photograph of the Best and Chestnut families. Five of the people have names written over their heads. The photograph was taken at an unidentified family home. Two …
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- Wedding photograph of Ken and Lillie Brown, 1926
Lillie May Arthurs was born in May 1902. She is one of the children of John and Annie Arthurs.
Lillie May Arthurs was born in May 1902. She is one of the children of John and Annie Arthurs.
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- Magnetawan River and Steamboat Line Purser's Ticket, 1928
The Armour burned in October 1928.
The Armour burned in October 1928.
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