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Object Type
Loan
Material
wood & metal
Manufacturer
Wilcox & Gibbs
Accession Number
974.87a
Description
Sewing machine was made around 1870's. It was operated by foot pedal, and has glass covering over it.
Object Type
Loan
Quantity
1
Description
Sewing machine was made around 1870's. It was operated by foot pedal, and has glass covering over it.
Physical Condition
good
Material
wood & metal
Width
64.5
Length
100
Accession Number
974.87a
Category
Textileworking T&E
Location
Returned
Place of Manufacture
New York, U.S.A.
Manufacturer
Wilcox & Gibbs
Manufacturer City
New York
Manufacturer Country
U.S.A.

sewing machine cover

https://collections.kitimatmuseum.ca/en/permalink/artifact778
Object Type
Loan
Material
Wood
Manufacturer
Wilcox & Gibb
Accession Number
974.87b
Description
Cover is for tredle sewing machine. It is brown, and made out of wood.
Object Type
Loan
Quantity
1
Description
Cover is for tredle sewing machine. It is brown, and made out of wood.
Physical Condition
fair
Material
Wood
Height
24
Width
29
Length
45
Accession Number
974.87b
Category
Textileworking T&E
Location
Returned
Place of Manufacture
New York, U.S.A.
Manufacturer
Wilcox & Gibb
Manufacturer City
New York
Manufacturer Country
U.S.A.
Object Type
gift
Material
cotton
Accession Number
974.19
Description
Multi-colored, woven tablecloth. It was hand made about 1888.
Object Type
gift
Quantity
1
Description
Multi-colored, woven tablecloth. It was hand made about 1888.
Physical Condition
poor
Material
cotton
Condition Remarks
Torn edges
Width
135
Length
176.4
Accession Number
974.19
Category
Food Service T&E
Location
Bay 3&4 Top Shelf Box 3
Object Type
gift
Material
metal
Artist
Bowman and Co.
Manufacturer
Manning Meriden
Accession Number
972.92
Description
Lid was used for covering mixing bowl while dough was rising. Mechanism is a piece of the bowl. It is the handle part for mixing dough by hand. Brand name " Eclipse".
Artist
Bowman and Co.
Object Type
gift
Quantity
1
Description
Lid was used for covering mixing bowl while dough was rising. Mechanism is a piece of the bowl. It is the handle part for mixing dough by hand. Brand name " Eclipse".
Physical Condition
good
Material
metal
Diameter
33.5
Accession Number
972.92
Category
Food Processing T&E
Location
Bay 4 Shelf 4
Place of Manufacture
U.S.A.
Manufacturer
Manning Meriden
Manufacturer Country
U.S.A.
Object Type
Purchased
Material
Steel
Accession Number
984.55.1-2
Description
Each has a string holding hook in place. Some sinew used this hook is slightly sprung. The hooks have been rubbed with spruce gum and hemlock boughs to hide scent of humans. 1-Sinew bound, string beneath. Sinew-halibut hook Dimensions: 18cm long at longest point. 6 1/2 cm at widest point Condition: rusted but good condition 2-String holding hook projection in place. Some sinew is used on this hook. Dimensions: 16 cm at longest point, 6 1/2 cm at widest point Condition: hook is slightly sprung, also rusted-string intact, some sinew has fallen off
Object Type
Purchased
Quantity
1
Description
Each has a string holding hook in place. Some sinew used this hook is slightly sprung. The hooks have been rubbed with spruce gum and hemlock boughs to hide scent of humans. 1-Sinew bound, string beneath. Sinew-halibut hook Dimensions: 18cm long at longest point. 6 1/2 cm at widest point Condition: rusted but good condition 2-String holding hook projection in place. Some sinew is used on this hook. Dimensions: 16 cm at longest point, 6 1/2 cm at widest point Condition: hook is slightly sprung, also rusted-string intact, some sinew has fallen off
Physical Condition
poor
Material
Steel
Condition Remarks
Very Rusted.
Width
6.5
Length
18
Accession Number
984.55.1-2
Category
Fishing & Trapping T&E
Location
on display
Object Type
gift
Material
metal
Accession Number
970.65
Description
Hand operated eggbeater is made of metal.
Object Type
gift
Quantity
1
Description
Hand operated eggbeater is made of metal.
Physical Condition
fair
Material
metal
Condition Remarks
Looks well used.
Width
8
Length
3.5
Accession Number
970.65
Category
Food Processing T&E
Location
artifact storage
Object Type
gift
Material
metal
Manufacturer
Eatons
Accession Number
969.41
Description
Sewing machine is black with gold trim and has a long straight bobbin. The model is an Empress.
Object Type
gift
Quantity
1
Description
Sewing machine is black with gold trim and has a long straight bobbin. The model is an Empress.
Physical Condition
fair
Material
metal
Width
46
Length
18
Accession Number
969.41
Category
Textileworking T&E
Location
Bay 4 Shelf 1
Manufacturer
Eatons
Object Type
gift
Material
white cotton rope or string
Accession Number
973.13
Description
According to Samuel Robinson Jr. the net was made by a woman named gatya. The net was 1 of 6 owned by the women. The other 5 were burned out of respect for the dead.
Object Type
gift
Quantity
1
Description
According to Samuel Robinson Jr. the net was made by a woman named gatya. The net was 1 of 6 owned by the women. The other 5 were burned out of respect for the dead.
Physical Condition
fair
Material
white cotton rope or string
Culture
Haisla
Accession Number
973.13
Category
Fishing & Trapping T&E
Location
on display
Place of Manufacture
Canada
Object Type
gift
Material
metal & leather
Manufacturer
Canadian Kodak Co. LTD.
Accession Number
985.45
Description
Camera is box style, in working order. Carry case is included; Black camera, 12.8 cm x 7.6 cm x 10.2 cm. Brand name "Target Brownie 6-20".
Object Type
gift
Quantity
1
Description
Camera is box style, in working order. Carry case is included; Black camera, 12.8 cm x 7.6 cm x 10.2 cm. Brand name "Target Brownie 6-20".
Physical Condition
fair
Material
metal & leather
Condition Remarks
Case is brown; has one strap broken
Height
10.2
Width
7.6
Length
12.8
Accession Number
985.45
Category
Photographic T&E
Location
Settling the Valley Cabinet 3 Drawer 2
Place of Manufacture
Canada
Manufacturer
Canadian Kodak Co. LTD.
Manufacturer Country
Canada
Object Type
ceremonial
Material
Wood
Accession Number
977.9
Description
This is a ceremonial eagle spoon.
Object Type
ceremonial
Quantity
1
Description
This is a ceremonial eagle spoon.
Physical Condition
fair
Material
Wood
Technique
carved
Culture
Haisla
Width
7.5
Length
38
Accession Number
977.9
Category
Food Service T&E
Location
on display

Portrait of Constable James Smythe

https://collections.kitimatmuseum.ca/en/permalink/description36463
Part Of
James Norman Smythe fonds
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
1948-1949
Accession Number
2023.37.2
Scope and Content
Portrait of RCMP officer James Norman Smythe in his uniform and hat.
Part Of
James Norman Smythe fonds
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
2023.37.2
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
1948-1949
Physical Description
2 photographs : 1 .jpg, 1 .tif
History / Biographical
James 'Jim' Smythe served as Kitimat's first RCMP officer from March 1952 to September 1953. This photo was taken early in his police career, likely in Manitoba or Saskatchewan.
Scope and Content
Portrait of RCMP officer James Norman Smythe in his uniform and hat.
Notes
Digital copy only
Name Access
Smythe, James Norman
Smythe, James
Smythe, Jim
Subject Access
R.C.M.P.
R.C.M.P Officers
Storage Location
X:\Photos

Constable Smythe arresting a man

https://collections.kitimatmuseum.ca/en/permalink/description36464
Part Of
James Norman Smythe fonds
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
1952-1953
Accession Number
2023.37.3
Scope and Content
Photograph of Constable James Smythe arresting a man. The two are walking up a ramp near an unfinished bridge, likely near the smeltersite.
Part Of
James Norman Smythe fonds
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
2023.37.3
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
1952-1953
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 5.4 x 8.7 cm
History / Biographical
James 'Jim' Smythe served as Kitimat's first RCMP officer from March 1952 to September 1953.
Scope and Content
Photograph of Constable James Smythe arresting a man. The two are walking up a ramp near an unfinished bridge, likely near the smeltersite.
Name Access
Smythe, James Norman
Smythe, James
Smythe, Jim
Subject Access
R.C.M.P.
R.C.M.P Officers
Storage Location
Photo storage
X:\Photos
GMD
Writing Accessories
Object Type
Container, Document
Accession Number
2012.9.40
Description
Envelope with stamp. From Kitimat Constructors to Mr. W.R. Jennings-Giles, Kitimat, B.C. First mail from Kitimat B.C. May 8 1952
GMD
Writing Accessories
Object Type
Container, Document
Description
Envelope with stamp. From Kitimat Constructors to Mr. W.R. Jennings-Giles, Kitimat, B.C. First mail from Kitimat B.C. May 8 1952
Physical Condition
Good
Condition Remarks
a bit stained
Height
10.5cm
Length
24cm
Accession Number
2012.9.40
Category
Written Communication T&E
Location
Bay 1 Shelf 2 Box 3
GMD
Writing Accessories
Object Type
Document Container
Material
paper
Accession Number
2021.38.1
Description
Envelope addressed H.M. Whiting from International Harvester Company. Kemano and Kildala Pass hand-written on envelope.
GMD
Writing Accessories
Object Type
Document Container
Description
Envelope addressed H.M. Whiting from International Harvester Company. Kemano and Kildala Pass hand-written on envelope.
Physical Condition
good
Material
paper
Height
23cm
Length
30.5cm
Accession Number
2021.38.1
Category
Written Communication T&E
Location
Curator Bay 1 Top Box 4
Part Of
Gerri Farina Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Accession Number
2021.35.30
Scope and Content
Photograph of Canadian Pacific DC3 at Terrace Airport.
Part Of
Gerri Farina Collection
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
2021.35.30
GMD
graphic material
Physical Description
1 photograph print ; b&w : 6.5 x 6.5cm
History / Biographical
Photos from railroad grade building between Terrace and Kitimat
Custodial History
Donated by Gerri Farina
Scope and Content
Photograph of Canadian Pacific DC3 at Terrace Airport.
Storage Location
Photograph storage

Constable McDonald aboard a police boat

https://collections.kitimatmuseum.ca/en/permalink/description36469
Part Of
James Norman Smythe fonds
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Accession Number
2023.37.7
Scope and Content
Photograph of a Kitimat police officer, Constable McDonald, standing on a police patrol vessel at the wharf. The stern of the ship is marked "R.C.M.P. M.L. 15."
Part Of
James Norman Smythe fonds
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
2023.37.7
GMD
graphic material
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 6.4 x 6.3 cm
Scope and Content
Photograph of a Kitimat police officer, Constable McDonald, standing on a police patrol vessel at the wharf. The stern of the ship is marked "R.C.M.P. M.L. 15."
Subject Access
R.C.M.P officer
R.C.M.P.
R.C.M.P Officers
Ships
Boats
Storage Location
Photo storage
X:\Photos

Canadian Government Survey Vessel

https://collections.kitimatmuseum.ca/en/permalink/description20009
Part Of
Northern Sentinel Press Ltd Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
22 July 1954
Accession Number
2005.8.4663
Scope and Content
Photo showing a Canadian Government Survey Vessel, Parry, at Butedale.
Part Of
Northern Sentinel Press Ltd Collection
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
2005.8.4663
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
22 July 1954
Physical Description
1 photograph: b&w; 6.5 x 9 cm
Custodial History
Northern Sentinel - (A)Historical (1)Transportation (a)Ships and Boats
Scope and Content
Photo showing a Canadian Government Survey Vessel, Parry, at Butedale.
Subject Access
Ships

French Canadians whose past experience has been an aset to Kitimat's aluminum production

https://collections.kitimatmuseum.ca/en/permalink/description3150
Part Of
Northern Sentinel Press Ltd Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
[19 August 1954]
Accession Number
2005.8.7857
Scope and Content
Photograph of French Canadians whose past experience has been an asset to Kitimat's aluminum production. The six men from left to right are; Pievie Renon, Adueu Mauguis, Chailes B. Leblani, Jean Mantineau, Meuand Fillioa, and Jenon Ray.
Part Of
Northern Sentinel Press Ltd Collection
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
2005.8.7857
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
[19 August 1954]
Physical Description
1 photograph: b&w; 24 x 16.7 cm
Scope and Content
Photograph of French Canadians whose past experience has been an asset to Kitimat's aluminum production. The six men from left to right are; Pievie Renon, Adueu Mauguis, Chailes B. Leblani, Jean Mantineau, Meuand Fillioa, and Jenon Ray.
Name Access
Renon, Pievie
Mauguis, Adueu
Leblan, Chailes
Mantineau, Jean
Fillioa, Meuand
Roy. Jenon

Canadian National Railroad's Last Spike Being Set

https://collections.kitimatmuseum.ca/en/permalink/description33696
Part Of
Northern Sentinel Press Ltd Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
Ca. 1955
Accession Number
2005.8.9244
Scope and Content
Negatives showing the Canadian National Railroad's Last Spike being set in Kitimat
Part Of
Northern Sentinel Press Ltd Collection
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
2005.8.9244
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
Ca. 1955
Physical Description
2 negatives : b & w
Scope and Content
Negatives showing the Canadian National Railroad's Last Spike being set in Kitimat
GMD
Needleworking Equipment
Object Type
Notion
Material
fabric
Accession Number
2009.15.17
Description
Kitimat High 1955 patch. Green, white, and yellow, with black backing.
Title
Kitimat High 1955
GMD
Needleworking Equipment
Object Type
Notion
Description
Kitimat High 1955 patch. Green, white, and yellow, with black backing.
Physical Condition
Good
Material
fabric
Width
19.5cm
Length
21cm
Inscriptions
Kitimat High 1955
Accession Number
2009.15.17
Category
Textileworking T&E
Location
Bay 1 Shelf 2 Box 3

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