- Main St Fire, Town Hall, May 1963
This was the second significant fire in just over three months on the Main Street in 1963, on that side of the street. In addition to the loss of the buildings that burned, there was collateral damage to the theatre next door from smoke and water and the weight of …
This was the second significant fire in just over three months on the Main Street in 1963, on that side of the street. In addition to the loss of the …
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- Main St Fire, Town Hall, Thessalon, 1963
This was the second significant fire in just over three months on the Main Street in 1963, on that side of the street. In addition to the loss of the buildings that burned, there was collateral damage to the theatre next door from smoke and water and the weight of …
This was the second significant fire in just over three months on the Main Street in 1963, on that side of the street. In addition to the loss of the …
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- Main St Ansara Block Fire, Thessalon, 1963
This fire left 31 people homeless, 17 of them children and was believed to have started in a chimney. Volunteer firefighters and citizens alike helped to try and extinguish the blaze and aid with evacuation of nearby homes and businesses. The only structures left standing on the block at the …
This fire left 31 people homeless, 17 of them children and was believed to have started in a chimney. Volunteer firefighters and citizens alike helped to try and extinguish the …
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- Main Street Fire, Crest Hardware, 1977
Two explosions were heard and two people were sent to the hospital during the battling of this fire. In addition to the total loss of Crest Hardware, Mae's Hairdressing, The Flower Pot and North Shore Produce were also burned out. There was also damage caused to several other businesses along …
Two explosions were heard and two people were sent to the hospital during the battling of this fire. In addition to the total loss of Crest Hardware, Mae's Hairdressing, The …
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- Main Street Fire, Thessalon, 1977
The two men who were hurt while trying to assist with the fire were Doug Davies and Roger Coventry. Davues was a citizen who was caught beneath a collapsing wall after the second explosion. Roger Coventry was a volunteer fireman who was also caught with part of the wall when …
The two men who were hurt while trying to assist with the fire were Doug Davies and Roger Coventry. Davues was a citizen who was caught beneath a collapsing wall …
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- Newspaper Clipping, "Sinton Hotel Fire", 1985
There were four fire departments involved in trying to extinguish the blaze and at least 50 to 60 people assisted. There were seven people left homeless after the blaze and six tenants escaped without injury.
There were four fire departments involved in trying to extinguish the blaze and at least 50 to 60 people assisted. There were seven people left homeless after the blaze and …
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- Clipping, "O.P.P. Babysitting Cougars", Thessalon
The handlers truck broke down while he was transporting two young cougars and with no place to keep the cats while repairs were made, the O.P.P. volunteered to "babysit" temporarily. "The Lighter side of policing with Thessalon Datachment" "A young Jack Currie with feline friend after a breakdown stranded the …
The handlers truck broke down while he was transporting two young cougars and with no place to keep the cats while repairs were made, the O.P.P. volunteered to "babysit" temporarily. …
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- Tom McLennan Farm House, Thessalon, circa 1960
The frame house replaced the original log home that stood on the property when Mr. and Mrs. McLennan took possession of the property in 1898. The frame house was built in 1910 and was still in use as of 1960. This photo can be found in the Tweedsmuir History created …
The frame house replaced the original log home that stood on the property when Mr. and Mrs. McLennan took possession of the property in 1898. The frame house was built …
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- North Livingstone Farm Forum, 1948
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- Two Men Piling Hay, Thessalon, circa 1960
This photo can be found in the Tweedsmuir History created by the Princess Elizabeth Women's Institute.
This photo can be found in the Tweedsmuir History created by the Princess Elizabeth Women's Institute.
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- Robert Allen Baling Hay, Thessalon, circa 1970
The ink notation below this photo states "Robert Allen Stooking baled hay in the 1960's." This photo can be found in the Tweedsmuir History created by the Princess Elizabeth Women's Institute.
The ink notation below this photo states "Robert Allen Stooking baled hay in the 1960's." This photo can be found in the Tweedsmuir History created by the Princess Elizabeth Women's …
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- Mr. and Mrs. T. Bailey Mark 50th Anniversary, Sault Ste. Marie, 1952
The notes beside this photo state that the Bailey' s 50th anniversary was celebrated Oct.15, 1952 " with a family banquet in the Church of Christ", Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. All of the Bailey's eight children were present at the celebration. This photo can be found in the Tweedsmuir History …
The notes beside this photo state that the Bailey' s 50th anniversary was celebrated Oct.15, 1952 " with a family banquet in the Church of Christ", Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. …
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- Mr. and Mrs. John Mortimore, 55 Years Married, Thessalon, 1953
Notes beside this photo state that the Mortimore's celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary in August 1953. This photo can be found in the Tweedsmuir History created by the Princess Elizabeth Women's Institute.
Notes beside this photo state that the Mortimore's celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary in August 1953. This photo can be found in the Tweedsmuir History created by the Princess Elizabeth …
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- Mr. and Mrs. Howard Whitfield Observe Golden Wedding Anniversary, 1951
The notes describing this photo indicate that the Whitfield's four sons and their respective families were in attendance at this celebration. It is also noted that their mother was "presented with a gold locket and their father with a gold wrist watch." This photo can be found in the Tweedsmuir …
The notes describing this photo indicate that the Whitfield's four sons and their respective families were in attendance at this celebration. It is also noted that their mother was "presented …
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- Mr. and Mrs. Howard Whitfield Observe Sixtieth Wedding Anniversary, 1961
This photo can be found in the Tweedsmuir History created by the Princess Elizabeth Women's Institute.
This photo can be found in the Tweedsmuir History created by the Princess Elizabeth Women's Institute.
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- Mr. and Mrs. G. Walker Wedding Anniversary,Thessalon, Ontario, April 4, 1956
The notes found with this photo show a penned date indicating the anniversary as 1956. Notes also state that "over 70 descendants and relatives gathered to honor the Walkers on their golden Wedding anniversary." It is noted that the celebration took place at Livingstone Creek United Church where the couple …
The notes found with this photo show a penned date indicating the anniversary as 1956. Notes also state that "over 70 descendants and relatives gathered to honor the Walkers on …
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- Family Helps Walker's Celebrate Golden Wedding Anniversary, Thessalon, 1956
In the Photo: The Walkers, Mrs. G. Gillespie, Mrs. W. Walker, Mrs. H. Gavin, Carl Crockford, Mrs. R. Elliot, Mrs. A. Hopkins, Mrs. L. Trivers. This photo can be found in the Tweedsmuir History created by the Princess Elizabeth Women's Institute.
In the Photo: The Walkers, Mrs. G. Gillespie, Mrs. W. Walker, Mrs. H. Gavin, Carl Crockford, Mrs. R. Elliot, Mrs. A. Hopkins, Mrs. L. Trivers. This photo can be found …
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- Sir James Dunn Scholarship Winner, 1958
Written information underneath this photo states that "Ken Allan is one of three Sault students who received a four year scholarship awarded by Algoma Steel Corporation in 1948". The other people in the photo are said to be his brother Pat, 14, sister Joy, 16 and his mother. It is …
Written information underneath this photo states that "Ken Allan is one of three Sault students who received a four year scholarship awarded by Algoma Steel Corporation in 1948". The other …
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- Sir James Dunn Student to Visit U.N., 1957
Notations with this photo state that Miss Gavin was a 17 year old from Thessalon who attended Sir James Dunn School. Notes also indicate that having achieved the highest standing in the Grade 12 history course at mid-term exams, Miss Gavin was entitled to make the expense free trip to …
Notations with this photo state that Miss Gavin was a 17 year old from Thessalon who attended Sir James Dunn School. Notes also indicate that having achieved the highest standing …
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- Aerial View of Fairview Stock Farm, Thessalon, 1966
The beef farm was originally owned by the Mortimer family in the 1800s. This photo can be found in the Tweedsmuir History created by the Princess Elizabeth Women's Institute.
The beef farm was originally owned by the Mortimer family in the 1800s. This photo can be found in the Tweedsmuir History created by the Princess Elizabeth Women's Institute.
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