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Hudson's Bay Company store in winter

https://collections.kitimatmuseum.ca/en/permalink/description36652
Part Of
Maria Knight Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
[1956-early 1960s]
Accession Number
2023.38.5
Scope and Content
Photograph of the Hudson's Bay Company store in Kitimat City Centre, likely during the late 1950s or early 1960s. There is a large snowdrift in front of the building, and two cars parked in the foreground.
Part Of
Maria Knight Collection
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
2023.38.5
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
[1956-early 1960s]
Physical Description
1 photograph : colour : 9x9 cm
Scope and Content
Photograph of the Hudson's Bay Company store in Kitimat City Centre, likely during the late 1950s or early 1960s. There is a large snowdrift in front of the building, and two cars parked in the foreground.
Geographic Access
City Centre
Storage Location
Photograph storage
Object Type
gift
Material
Wood
Accession Number
969.13
Description
This grease spoon was used for grease to take unwanted layers off other grease.
Object Type
gift
Quantity
1
Description
This grease spoon was used for grease to take unwanted layers off other grease.
Physical Condition
fair
Material
Wood
Technique
carved
Culture
Haisla
Condition Remarks
Crack on handle
Width
7.2
Length
26.5
Accession Number
969.13
Category
Food Service T&E
Location
on display
Place of Manufacture
Kitamaat Village, BC
Manufacturer City
Kitamaat Village
Manufacturer Province
BC
Object Type
Petroglyph
Material
mystery stone
Accession Number
985.62
Description
Beige rock with face carved into it.
Object Type
Petroglyph
Quantity
1
Description
Beige rock with face carved into it.
Physical Condition
good
Material
mystery stone
Condition Remarks
The stone is in good condition
Height
19 cm
Width
14.5 cm
Length
14.5 cm
Diameter
8.5 cm
Accession Number
985.62
Category
Artifact Remnant
Location
off-site storage Bay 2 Shelf 3
Manufacturer City
Kitimat
Manufacturer Province
BC
Manufacturer Country
Canada
Object Type
gift
Material
aluminum
Manufacturer
Alcan Smelters
Accession Number
985.77
Description
This medallion has a map on front of it and has First Production Kitimat, August 3rd, 1954, Canada on back of it.
Object Type
gift
Quantity
1
Description
This medallion has a map on front of it and has First Production Kitimat, August 3rd, 1954, Canada on back of it.
Physical Condition
good
Material
aluminum
Condition Remarks
Object is in good condition
Width
5
Length
5
Diameter
16
Accession Number
985.77
Category
Documentary Artifact
Location
artifact storage
Place of Manufacture
Kitimat, BC Country
Manufacturer
Alcan Smelters
Manufacturer City
Kitimat
Manufacturer Province
BC
Manufacturer Country
Country
Object Type
gift
Material
wood & brass
Manufacturer
Keuffel & Epper Co.
Accession Number
985.78a-b
Description
This stiding arm was used for the tree calipers. It is made of hard wood. Has brass fittings to it.
Object Type
gift
Quantity
1
Description
This stiding arm was used for the tree calipers. It is made of hard wood. Has brass fittings to it.
Physical Condition
good
Material
wood & brass
Condition Remarks
The tree calipers are in very good condition--very well cared for.
Width
4.9
Length
39.5
Accession Number
985.78a-b
Category
Woodworking T&E
Location
Bay 1 Shelf 1
Place of Manufacture
U.S.A
Manufacturer
Keuffel & Epper Co.
Manufacturer City
Kitimat
Manufacturer Province
BC
Manufacturer Country
Canada
Object Type
gift
Material
plastic metal
Accession Number
985.51.2
Description
Early Kitimat phone standard wall type 50.
Object Type
gift
Quantity
1
Description
Early Kitimat phone standard wall type 50.
Physical Condition
good
Material
plastic metal
Condition Remarks
In good condition
Width
23.5
Length
23
Accession Number
985.51.2
Category
Telecommunication T&E
Location
artifact storage room
Bay 4 Shelf 1
Manufacturer City
Kitimat
Manufacturer Province
BC
Manufacturer Country
Canada
Object Type
gift
Material
paper
Manufacturer
C.W. Railway
Accession Number
985.77
Description
Rail ticket - aluminum 120 mm. By 60 m.m. Trail of '55. Kitimat or Boat C.W. Railway ticket.
Object Type
gift
Quantity
1
Description
Rail ticket - aluminum 120 mm. By 60 m.m. Trail of '55. Kitimat or Boat C.W. Railway ticket.
Physical Condition
fair
Material
paper
Condition Remarks
Object is in fair condition considering that it was first available in the mid-fifties.
Accession Number
985.77
Category
Exchange Medium
Location
on display
Place of Manufacture
Kitimat, BC Canada
Manufacturer
C.W. Railway
Manufacturer City
Kitimat
Manufacturer Province
BC
Manufacturer Country
Canada
Object Type
gift
Material
metal
Accession Number
986.33.2
Description
This paper holder is grey and it comes with Telex.
Object Type
gift
Quantity
1
Description
This paper holder is grey and it comes with Telex.
Physical Condition
good
Material
metal
Condition Remarks
Paper holder is in good condition.
Width
16
Length
21
Accession Number
986.33.2
Category
Other T&E For Communication
Location
artifact storage room
Bay 3 Shelf 1
Manufacturer City
Kitimat
Manufacturer Province
BC
Manufacturer Country
Canada
Date Range
1950's
Object Type
gift
Material
metal & brass
Accession Number
987.12.1
Description
Fire extinguisher is brass and it has a wall bracket attached to it. It was there since 1950's. Brand name "Pyrene".
Object Type
gift
Quantity
1
Description
Fire extinguisher is brass and it has a wall bracket attached to it. It was there since 1950's. Brand name "Pyrene".
Physical Condition
good
Material
metal & brass
Culture
Indian
Condition Remarks
Extinguisher is in good condition.
Width
7.3
Length
23
Diameter
24.5
Date Range
1950's
Accession Number
987.12.1
Category
Other T&E For Science & Technology
Location
Bay 1 Shelf 5
Place of Manufacture
Canada
Manufacturer City
Kitimat
Manufacturer Province
BC
Manufacturer Country
Canada
Part Of
Art Coghlin Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
30 Sep 1958
Accession Number
2002.8.18
Scope and Content
Photograph showing rock spur in Kitimat River at Service Centre. This is to help prevent erosion
Part Of
Art Coghlin Collection
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
2002.8.18
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
30 Sep 1958
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 28.1 x 21.8 cm
Scope and Content
Photograph showing rock spur in Kitimat River at Service Centre. This is to help prevent erosion
Notes
J-2-867
Geographic Access
Kitimat River
City Centre
Storage Location
Photograph Storage

Aerial of City Center and Minette Bay

https://collections.kitimatmuseum.ca/en/permalink/description17225
Part Of
Alcan Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
1 Nov 1956
Accession Number
76.66.552
Scope and Content
Aerial view of the City Centre with Minette Bay in the background.
Part Of
Alcan Collection
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
76.66.552
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
1 Nov 1956
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 25 x 19.5 cm
Scope and Content
Aerial view of the City Centre with Minette Bay in the background.
Notes
J-2-552
Subject Access
Construction
Kitimat-Kemano Project
Aerial
Hudsons Bay
Super Valu
Minette Bay
Geographic Access
City Centre
Storage Location
photograph storage

South View of Alcan Commercial Building with Store Fronts being installed.

https://collections.kitimatmuseum.ca/en/permalink/description17236
Part Of
Alcan Collection
Description Level
Item
Date Range
14 Nov 1956
Accession Number
76.66.580
Scope and Content
View of South side of Alcan Commercial Building in City Centre. Note store front being installed in lower floor.
Part Of
Alcan Collection
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
76.66.580
Date Range
14 Nov 1956
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 24.5 x 20.5 cm
Scope and Content
View of South side of Alcan Commercial Building in City Centre. Note store front being installed in lower floor.
Notes
J-2-580
Subject Access
Construction
Structures
Commercial
Geographic Access
City Centre
Storage Location
photograph storage

North West Entrance of Hudsons Bay Building

https://collections.kitimatmuseum.ca/en/permalink/description17237
Part Of
Alcan Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
14 Nov 1956
Accession Number
76.66.581
Scope and Content
Photograph of North West entrance of Hudson Bay Building in the City Centre. Electrical service on side of building is temporary until underground distribution system is constructed next year.
Part Of
Alcan Collection
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
76.66.581
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
14 Nov 1956
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 25 x 20.5 cm
Scope and Content
Photograph of North West entrance of Hudson Bay Building in the City Centre. Electrical service on side of building is temporary until underground distribution system is constructed next year.
Notes
J-2-581
Subject Access
Construction
Structure
Commercial
Hudsons Bay
exterior
Entrance
Geographic Access
City Centre
Storage Location
photograph storage

Completion of Second Floor of Hudson Bay Building

https://collections.kitimatmuseum.ca/en/permalink/description17238
Part Of
Alcan Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
14 Nov 1956
Accession Number
76.66.582
Scope and Content
Photograph showing rearing completion on second floor of Hudson Bay Building in City Centre
Part Of
Alcan Collection
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
76.66.582
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
14 Nov 1956
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 25 x 20.5 cm
Scope and Content
Photograph showing rearing completion on second floor of Hudson Bay Building in City Centre
Notes
J-2-582
Subject Access
Construction
Structure
Commercial
interior
Hudson Bay
Geographic Access
City Centre
Storage Location
photograph storage

4-Pole Structure Serving as Temporary Electrical District Bution for the City Centre.

https://collections.kitimatmuseum.ca/en/permalink/description17256
Part Of
Alcan Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
21 Nov 1956
Accession Number
76.66.596
Scope and Content
Photograph of 4-pole structure that will temporarily serve the electrical districtbution for the City Centre. Note the external steps on the South Side of the Alcan commecial building.
Part Of
Alcan Collection
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
76.66.596
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
21 Nov 1956
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 9.5 x 25 cm
Scope and Content
Photograph of 4-pole structure that will temporarily serve the electrical districtbution for the City Centre. Note the external steps on the South Side of the Alcan commecial building.
Notes
J-2-596
Subject Access
Structure
General
Construction
Geographic Access
City Centre
Storage Location
photograph storage

Clearing in CIty Centre Area

https://collections.kitimatmuseum.ca/en/permalink/description17312
Part Of
Alcan Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
5 Feb 1957
Accession Number
76.67.637
Scope and Content
Photograph showing recent clearing and burning in the City Centre.
Part Of
Alcan Collection
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
76.67.637
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
5 Feb 1957
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 18 x 12.5 cm
Scope and Content
Photograph showing recent clearing and burning in the City Centre.
Notes
J-2-637
Subject Access
Construction
General
Land Clearing
Geographic Access
City Centre
Storage Location
photograph storage

Aerial View of a portion of Kildala Neighbourhood.

https://collections.kitimatmuseum.ca/en/permalink/description17320
Part Of
Alcan Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
1 May 1957
Accession Number
76.67.674
Scope and Content
Aerial View of a partion of Kildala Neighbourhood and the City Centre. Note Clearing for Neighbourhood D at the top of photograph.
Part Of
Alcan Collection
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
76.67.674
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
1 May 1957
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 18 x 13 cm
Scope and Content
Aerial View of a partion of Kildala Neighbourhood and the City Centre. Note Clearing for Neighbourhood D at the top of photograph.
Notes
J-2-674
Subject Access
Aerial
Geographic Access
Kildala Neighbourhood
City Centre
Storage Location
photograph storage

Concrete Being Poured and Slab Finished for First Floor in the No.2 Commercial Building

https://collections.kitimatmuseum.ca/en/permalink/description17348
Part Of
Alcan Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
28 May 1957
Accession Number
76.67.699
Scope and Content
Photograph showing concrete being poured and slab finished for the first floor in the No.2 Commercial Building Note : formwork for colums and roof slab in background.
Part Of
Alcan Collection
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
76.67.699
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
28 May 1957
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 18 x 12.5 cm b&w ; 18 x 12.5 cm
Scope and Content
Photograph showing concrete being poured and slab finished for the first floor in the No.2 Commercial Building Note : formwork for colums and roof slab in background.
Notes
J-2-699
Subject Access
Construction
Structure
Commercial
City Centre
Geographic Access
City Centre
Storage Location
photograph storage

City Centre Shops Construction.

https://collections.kitimatmuseum.ca/en/permalink/description17359
Part Of
Alcan Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
24 Jul 1957
Accession Number
76.67 730
Scope and Content
Photograph showing main floor of No.2. Commercial Building.
Part Of
Alcan Collection
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
76.67 730
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
24 Jul 1957
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 18 x 12.5 cm
Scope and Content
Photograph showing main floor of No.2. Commercial Building.
Notes
J-2-730
Subject Access
Construction
City Centre
shop
Structures
Commercial
Geographic Access
City Centre
Storage Location
photograph storage
Part Of
Alcan Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
Sep 1957
Accession Number
76.67.745
Scope and Content
Aerial photo of City Centre Mall.
Part Of
Alcan Collection
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
76.67.745
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
Sep 1957
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 17.7 x 12.5 cm
Scope and Content
Aerial photo of City Centre Mall.
Notes
J-2-745
Subject Access
Aerial
Geographic Access
City Centre
Storage Location
photograph storage

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