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Object Type
gift
Material
glass
Accession Number
2013.10.24
Description
Glass trophy, top almost a diamond shape, with a flat bottom. Base is rectangular. Inscription reads "2006 Ragan Recognition Awards, The best in employeee magazines and newsletter, Alcan Pripary Metal - BC 50th Anniversary 2004 Award of Excellence Specialty Publication, Newsletter."
Title
Ragan Recognition Award
Object Type
gift
Description
Glass trophy, top almost a diamond shape, with a flat bottom. Base is rectangular. Inscription reads "2006 Ragan Recognition Awards, The best in employeee magazines and newsletter, Alcan Pripary Metal - BC 50th Anniversary 2004 Award of Excellence Specialty Publication, Newsletter."
Physical Condition
good
Material
glass
Height
16 cm
Width
18 cm
Length
7.5 cm
Accession Number
2013.10.24
Biographical Notes
Cathie Stevens was Editor of the Ingot in 2006.
Subject Access
Alcan
Category
Personal Symbol
Location
Bay 2 Shelf 3 Box 6
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
Part Of
Neville Anthony Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
1949
Accession Number
1981.27.29
Scope and Content
Photograph of Gov't and Services ; Provincial ; Land Survey ; McMinn Survey ; 1949 ; Structures ; Temporary ; Camp, Survey
Part Of
Neville Anthony Collection
Creator
Tirrul-Jones, James
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
1981.27.29
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
1949
Physical Description
1 Photograph print : b&w ; 9 x 12.5 cm
Scope and Content
Photograph of Gov't and Services ; Provincial ; Land Survey ; McMinn Survey ; 1949 ; Structures ; Temporary ; Camp, Survey
Name Access
Anthony, Neville
Tirrul-Jones, James
McMinn
Subject Access
Alcan Smelters & Chemicals Ltd.
Part Of
Jean Lunny Collection
Description Level
Fonds
Date Range
1950s
Accession Number
2018.2
Scope and Content
Collection of slides, photos, and documents from John McLachlan regarding early smelter and Kitimat. Slides - Three Kodak Carousels - colour 10 8 x 10 photos colour & b&w Photocopies - Offer of Employment Letter of Acceptance, Personnel Introduction Form, Decaration of Regular Employment, Job Description, three colour photographs and paper framed b&w photograph
Part Of
Jean Lunny Collection
Creator
John McLachlan
Description Level
Fonds
Accession Number
2018.2
Date Range
1950s
History / Biographical
John McLachlan arrived in Kitimat in 1953 as a 23-year-old immigrant and went on to work at Alcan's Property Engineering Department for almost 40 years. He started out as a land surveyor and cartographer in the town's early years and ended his career as a Senior Legal Draftsmen.
Custodial History
Jean Lunny
Scope and Content
Collection of slides, photos, and documents from John McLachlan regarding early smelter and Kitimat. Slides - Three Kodak Carousels - colour 10 8 x 10 photos colour & b&w Photocopies - Offer of Employment Letter of Acceptance, Personnel Introduction Form, Decaration of Regular Employment, Job Description, three colour photographs and paper framed b&w photograph
Name Access
McLachlan, John
Subject Access
Early Kitimat
Alcan Smelters & Chemicals Ltd.
Smelter
Part Of
Molly Zimmerman fonds
Description Level
Fonds
Date Range
1950
Accession Number
2003.37.1-20
Scope and Content
Collection of photos consisting of Alcan, Smeltersite, Delta King, the sandhill, Kitimat River, Hirsch Creek bridge, Douglas Channel, and the wharf
Part Of
Molly Zimmerman fonds
Description Level
Fonds
Accession Number
2003.37.1-20
Date Range
1950
Physical Description
20 photographs print : colour ; 4 x 2.5
History / Biographical
Molly worked + lived in Kitimat (1954-55). Worked at Alcan Pryde Machine Shop, last girl on Kitimat Constructors payroll. Liver at hospital, Smeltersite.
Scope and Content
Collection of photos consisting of Alcan, Smeltersite, Delta King, the sandhill, Kitimat River, Hirsch Creek bridge, Douglas Channel, and the wharf
Notes
Photos were most likely colour origianlly, but have degraded into a pink tone
Name Access
Zimmerman, Molly
Subject Access
Alcan Smelters & Chemicals Ltd.
Smeltersite
Delta King
Sandhill
Kitimat River
Hirsch Creek Bridge
Douglas Channel
Wharf
Part Of
Jack Gregson Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
ca. 1950
Accession Number
989.7.7
Scope and Content
Photo showing construction of Alcan, building behind men who are sawing through wood with men looking on, and vehicle on side.
Part Of
Jack Gregson Collection
Creator
Jack Gregson
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
989.7.7
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
ca. 1950
Physical Description
1 photograph: b&w; 12 x 16.5 cm
Scope and Content
Photo showing construction of Alcan, building behind men who are sawing through wood with men looking on, and vehicle on side.
Subject Access
Alcan Smelters & Chemicals Ltd.
Part Of
Jack Gregson Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
ca. 1950
Accession Number
989.7.8
Scope and Content
Photo showing the contruction of Alcan, wood structure and foundation, crane can be seen, vehicle, and men working on the ground.
Part Of
Jack Gregson Collection
Creator
Jack Gregson
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
989.7.8
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
ca. 1950
Physical Description
1 photograph: b&w; 12 x 16.5 cm
Scope and Content
Photo showing the contruction of Alcan, wood structure and foundation, crane can be seen, vehicle, and men working on the ground.
Subject Access
Alcan Smelters & Chemicals Ltd.

Alcan Construction Mess Crew

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Part Of
Jack Gregson Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
ca. 1950
Accession Number
989.7.10
Scope and Content
Photo showing a group photo of the men from the Mess Hall Crew. Crawley McKracken, nineteen men stading or crouched, snow in background
Part Of
Jack Gregson Collection
Creator
Jack Gregson
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
989.7.10
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
ca. 1950
Physical Description
1 photograph: b&w;
Scope and Content
Photo showing a group photo of the men from the Mess Hall Crew. Crawley McKracken, nineteen men stading or crouched, snow in background
Subject Access
Alcan Smelters & Chemicals Ltd.
Part Of
Jack Gregson Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
ca. 1950
Accession Number
989.7.16
Scope and Content
Photograph of an excavation machine 'Buckeye Erie' on gravel pile. Alcan construction.
Part Of
Jack Gregson Collection
Creator
Jack Gregson
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
989.7.16
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
ca. 1950
Physical Description
1 photograph: b&w: 10 x 15 cm
Scope and Content
Photograph of an excavation machine 'Buckeye Erie' on gravel pile. Alcan construction.
Subject Access
Alcan Smelters & Chemicals Ltd.
Part Of
Jack Gregson Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
ca. 1950
Accession Number
989.7.17
Scope and Content
Photo showing part of the construction, lumber on beach and channel and mountains in distance, photo taken on a hill with highway showing.
Part Of
Jack Gregson Collection
Creator
Jack Gregson
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
989.7.17
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
ca. 1950
Physical Description
1 photograph: b&w; 6.2 x 9 cm
Scope and Content
Photo showing part of the construction, lumber on beach and channel and mountains in distance, photo taken on a hill with highway showing.
Subject Access
Alcan Smelters & Chemicals Ltd.
Part Of
Hal Whiting Fonds
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
ca. 1950
Accession Number
985.65.381
Scope and Content
Photo showing tanker in to unload material for asphalting in Portland, Oregon.
Part Of
Hal Whiting Fonds
Creator
Hal Whiting
Description Level
Item
Accession Number
985.65.381
GMD
graphic material
Date Range
ca. 1950
Physical Description
1 photograph: b&w; 21.5 x 28 cm
Scope and Content
Photo showing tanker in to unload material for asphalting in Portland, Oregon.
Subject Access
Alcan Smelters & Chemicals Ltd.

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