Bytown’s early bridge history and rise to capital status
A painted panorama traces Bytown Ottawa Hull and Gatineau confluence with a timeline from Etienne Brule to Confederation. It notes Champlain Chaudiere Falls, Philemon Wright timber raft, first settlers Nicholas Sparks and Burrows, canal work by Lt Col By and Mann, multiple bridge builds, ferry service, and Bytown’s 1858 selection as capital of the United Canadas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gatineau
Ottawa
Rideau
Ottersee
Canada
Etienne Brule
Riviere Des Prairies
Massachusetts
Wright
Quebec
Parliament Hill
Nicholas Sparks
Ireland
Lyon and
Bay Sts
Wellington St
John Burrows
John By
Bytown
Kingston
Hull
Countess of Dalhousie
Queen Victoria
United Canadas
Confederation
Confederation Life Association
J. D. Kelly
Confederation Life Collection
Port Could Handle Greater Volume Following President Eight Hudson Bay
The 28th annual Hudson Bay Route Association meeting urges decisive action on Churchill Port upgrades to extend the shipping season to 107 days and beyond. It cites 1959 to 1970 growth in wheat exports, urges federal funding for major improvements, and endorses Mauro report recommendations to lengthen operations and reduce handling costs despite dock strikes and seasonal limits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hudson Bay Route Association
Churchill
London
Churchill River
Churchill Harbour
Mauro
Ocean Port Seaport Seeks Improvements at Convention
The text outlines proposed cost sharing for a barrier, an intermeasured method to divert slush ice, and options for deeper loading, cleaning facilities, and increased storage. It notes larger vessels using the port necessitate immediate improvements and that resolutions will be discussed at the convention.
Candy Eaters and the World Per Capita Confectionery
A fragment notes global candy consumption claiming Britain leads with 7.6 ounces of confectionery per person. The readable text suggests a comparison of national sweetness intake but lacks complete data or context.
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Britain
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Jaro
Ottawa River
Brandon
IDB
Eee Coke Ca
Industrial Development Bank
R. J. Clinchy
Jassich
Steve Brandon
McKenzie
Russell Banner
Ocean
Scotland
Howe
Russell Septic
Russell, Man
V. Rosnoski
Russell Clinic
W. Burke
John W. Pratt
End
Bivamice
Duane
Brad’s Beauty Salon
Sears
Order Office
A. G. Busch -Nentors Syndicate
Piatt ii
Manitoba
Russell Taxi
Robert Jackson
Residence
Queen's Hotel
Peter U
Peter Zasitko
Russell, Manitoba
Bob Porter
Vurneyman
Foxwarren
Wally McKenzie Roblin
Inglis
Heming’s Jewellery
Imperial Oil Ltd
Percy Miller
Binscarth
Reichmuth
Une Weex Service
Sumaung
Community Jeweller
Albert Gryba
Grandview
Man
Alex
Sandy
Craig
Scott Realty Ltd
Russell
Pelly
Rail Foor
Alex Ashey
Banner
J. On, Wilson
Lbs
Warner L. Buck
Chartered Accountants
Minnedosa
Pourway
Eer
Buck
General Freight
Iol
Paul Halwes
Margaret Illacanoas
Wilson’s Plumbing & Heating
Pash Electric
Bill Pash
Rusell
Roblin Auction Mart
Age Toon
Steve Kurchak
Roblin
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