Photo showing four vessels carrying over 200 officers and men constituting the second Canadian Minesweeping Squadron under the command of Lieutenant/Commander A. B. Torrie. The minesweepers include HMCS Mirimachi, HMCS Cowichan, HMCS James Bay and HMCS Fortune.
Northern Sentinel - (A)Historical
(1)Royal Canadian Navy
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Photo showing four vessels carrying over 200 officers and men constituting the second Canadian Minesweeping Squadron under the command of Lieutenant/Commander A. B. Torrie. The minesweepers include HMCS Mirimachi, HMCS Cowichan, HMCS James Bay and HMCS Fortune.
Photo showing four vessels carrying over 200 officers and men, constituting the second Canadian Minesweeping Squadron under the command of Lieutenant/Commander A. B. Torrie. The minesweepers include: HMCS Mirimachi, HMCS Cowichan, HMCS James Bay, and HMCS Fortune.
Northern Sentinel - (A)Historical
(1)Royal Canadian Navy
(a)Ships
Scope and Content
Photo showing four vessels carrying over 200 officers and men, constituting the second Canadian Minesweeping Squadron under the command of Lieutenant/Commander A. B. Torrie. The minesweepers include: HMCS Mirimachi, HMCS Cowichan, HMCS James Bay, and HMCS Fortune.
Photo showing two 1,700 ton frigates of the Japanese Maritime Self Defence Fore as they reach HMC Dockyard at Esquimalt for a two day visit. At left is JDS Harukaze; nearing the jetty is JDS Uranami. It marked the first time in 25 years that Japanese warships had visited British Columbia.
Photo showing two 1,700 ton frigates of the Japanese Maritime Self Defence Fore as they reach HMC Dockyard at Esquimalt for a two day visit. At left is JDS Harukaze; nearing the jetty is JDS Uranami. It marked the first time in 25 years that Japanese warships had visited British Columbia.
"Kitimat Northern Sentinel
Sensational RCMP Here Friday:
One of England's most famous bands, the London Metropolitan Police Force Baned, was the inspiration for the official formation of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police band, which will perform in Kitimat, October 7, as part of the British Columbia 1966 Centennial celebrations.
So impressed was the commisioner S.T. Wood by the London Police Force band, that in 1938 he established an official RCMP bnad which was to continue on part-time basis for twenty years.
But this official band was no means an innovation for the Force. Far from it. The first RCMP bands came into existence three short years after the establishment of the Force itself. The first unit was organized in 1876 at Swan River, Manitoba, then headquarters of the Force. The Swan River unit and others which formed spontaneously at Regina, For Walsh, Fort Macleod, Lethbridge, Calgary and Battleford were not only a morale booster for the isolated members of the early Force, but also contributed to the strengthening of ties between the police and the citizens of the western plains.
Members of the official band which formed in 1938 were gathered from all parts of Canada, much the same as itis today. Inspector J.T. Brown was the first director. Supt. #.J. Lyall, AT CM, LTCL, an outstanding cornet soloist with bands in Edmonton and Vancouver before joining the RCMP was appointed director in 1949.
The band of forty-five pieces made its debut on April 30, 1939 in Regina Saskatchewan. Less than one month later it played for Royalty when Their Majesties visited Regina.
Each concert by the band features instrumental and vocal sol solos and choral selections. Supt. Lyall carefully plans the unit's concert appearances and each programme includes classics, marches, novelty numbers and selections from popular musicals.
"Kitimat Northern Sentinel
Sensational RCMP Here Friday:
One of England's most famous bands, the London Metropolitan Police Force Baned, was the inspiration for the official formation of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police band, which will perform in Kitimat, October 7, as part of the British Columbia 1966 Centennial celebrations.
So impressed was the commisioner S.T. Wood by the London Police Force band, that in 1938 he established an official RCMP bnad which was to continue on part-time basis for twenty years.
But this official band was no means an innovation for the Force. Far from it. The first RCMP bands came into existence three short years after the establishment of the Force itself. The first unit was organized in 1876 at Swan River, Manitoba, then headquarters of the Force. The Swan River unit and others which formed spontaneously at Regina, For Walsh, Fort Macleod, Lethbridge, Calgary and Battleford were not only a morale booster for the isolated members of the early Force, but also contributed to the strengthening of ties between the police and the citizens of the western plains.
Members of the official band which formed in 1938 were gathered from all parts of Canada, much the same as itis today. Inspector J.T. Brown was the first director. Supt. #.J. Lyall, AT CM, LTCL, an outstanding cornet soloist with bands in Edmonton and Vancouver before joining the RCMP was appointed director in 1949.
The band of forty-five pieces made its debut on April 30, 1939 in Regina Saskatchewan. Less than one month later it played for Royalty when Their Majesties visited Regina.
Each concert by the band features instrumental and vocal sol solos and choral selections. Supt. Lyall carefully plans the unit's concert appearances and each programme includes classics, marches, novelty numbers and selections from popular musicals.
"A major highlight of the 1966 Pacific National Exhibitation will be daily free performances by the 60 piece Training Concert Band of the Royal Canadian Air Fore from Winnipeg, seen above.
The world-renowned band, which will come to Vancouver directly from tour of European and African countries, will be heard at all 19 performances of the new free Empire Stadium Show. It will also take part in the spectacular Pacific National Exhibitation Parade in downtown Vancouver. Augsut 20, and will participate in the ofrficial opening ceremonies the same day.
The 1966 Pacific National Exhibitation runs from August 20 through September 5 and will celebrate the British Columbia Centenary with "Centennail Jamboree."
"A major highlight of the 1966 Pacific National Exhibitation will be daily free performances by the 60 piece Training Concert Band of the Royal Canadian Air Fore from Winnipeg, seen above.
The world-renowned band, which will come to Vancouver directly from tour of European and African countries, will be heard at all 19 performances of the new free Empire Stadium Show. It will also take part in the spectacular Pacific National Exhibitation Parade in downtown Vancouver. Augsut 20, and will participate in the ofrficial opening ceremonies the same day.
The 1966 Pacific National Exhibitation runs from August 20 through September 5 and will celebrate the British Columbia Centenary with "Centennail Jamboree."
"FREDDIE, small son of Mr. and Mrs. L.St. Goddard, 81 Lillooet Street, refused to be roused from blissful sleep in his mother's lap when his turn came to be judged Saturday at the second annual Baby Show sponsored by the Ladies Guild to the Presbyterian Church. The other young contestant apparently, ready for anything, escaped before the photographer could get his name. Thirty two children in two classes competed for six prizes donated by Kitimat buisnessmen."
"FREDDIE, small son of Mr. and Mrs. L.St. Goddard, 81 Lillooet Street, refused to be roused from blissful sleep in his mother's lap when his turn came to be judged Saturday at the second annual Baby Show sponsored by the Ladies Guild to the Presbyterian Church. The other young contestant apparently, ready for anything, escaped before the photographer could get his name. Thirty two children in two classes competed for six prizes donated by Kitimat buisnessmen."
"HONOR GUARD of officers and men from HMCS St. Croix present arms as the Royal Canadian Legion's color party marches past to the head of the parade. Honored place on the right this year was given to the Canadian Maple Leaf flags."
"HONOR GUARD of officers and men from HMCS St. Croix present arms as the Royal Canadian Legion's color party marches past to the head of the parade. Honored place on the right this year was given to the Canadian Maple Leaf flags."
Photograph of 30 volunteer men, and memebers of the municipal volunteer Fire Department joined the municipal fire fighting force. When fire razed the first apartment building which was in the course of internal construction damage to the building has been estimated at about $175 000 and a slightly higher figure for loss of building materials stored in the structure. Insurance adjusters are working on the loss estimates during the week. Immediate reconstruction of the 17- apartment block will commence once structural engineers approve the foundation to which little damage was done, it is thought. If is expected that prospective tenants will be delayed. Only neighbouring tent frames were damaged in the fire. These were also being used to house materials for the finishing or remaining seven apartment buildings.
Photograph of 30 volunteer men, and memebers of the municipal volunteer Fire Department joined the municipal fire fighting force. When fire razed the first apartment building which was in the course of internal construction damage to the building has been estimated at about $175 000 and a slightly higher figure for loss of building materials stored in the structure. Insurance adjusters are working on the loss estimates during the week. Immediate reconstruction of the 17- apartment block will commence once structural engineers approve the foundation to which little damage was done, it is thought. If is expected that prospective tenants will be delayed. Only neighbouring tent frames were damaged in the fire. These were also being used to house materials for the finishing or remaining seven apartment buildings.
