Auntie's Shop in Quaint Settlement Tied to Local Trading Spot
The vignette recalls a small store where Pete tended groceries and Charlie handled clothing. The partnership ended when Livingstone took over another business while Williams stayed at Central for a period. Patrons recall a bench seating scene and the shop possibly being nicknamed Auntie’s Shop after Grace Chapman now Mrs E Steggles of Winnipeg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pete
Charlie
Mr. Livingstone
Mr. Williams
the Central
Grace Chapman
E. Steggles
Winnipeg
Auntie’s Inn at Bradwardine A Timeless Rest Stop
The Central in Bradwardine long served travellers with a cozy, homely atmosphere. For over a decade Auntie provided welcoming hospitality, hosting a growing appreciative trade. World War II brought changes in ownership to Mr. and Mrs. H. Watkin, but postwar drivers still seek the familiar charm and friendly welcome.
Birthday Lineup At Neepawa Political Meet
A listing of attendees from October 19 to October 25 includes Mre. Thomas Smith Alfred Werebem and Joseph Staat among others. The note records multiple women and men at various town names while the meeting is chaired with the phrase lady and gentlemen.
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Neepawa
Meeting of the ways in 1867 reported by Penticton resident
A Penticton observer recalls a 1867 meeting of the ways noting white men present and mentions Thomas Bilin who sold land to the Southern Chanagan Lard Company in 1906. The land was divided into fruit lots. The text shifts to reflect on peace over wages and a hopeful future.
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Penticton
B.C
Meeting of the Ways
Thomas Bilin
Southern
Chanagan Lard Company
Truit
Also Mentioned on This Page
Mr. McRee
Mr. McRae
Led & Supply
Bertford
Bradwardine
The
Central
Gazette
Level
Thomas Smith Alfred Werebem
Joseph Staat
Tranecons
James McNee
Brandon Maybelle Twigge
Walter Thomas
R. W. Greasiey
Lorraine Diamond
Calgary
Robert Hopewell
le God
Alta
Brock Parsons
Maureen Letter
George Lorne
Robert Lyall Puss
Wheatland
Joseph N. Airey
C. M. Marcellan
Bruce G. Butler Jr
Victory
Taylor’s Transfer Hi-Way Transportation
General Freight
Brandon
Oak River
Rivers
Vicrone
Conk
Victory Loan
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