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West End Millinery & Dry Goods

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Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1922
Accession Number
20-2009
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
McG 9
Item Number
20-2009.125
Accession Number
20-2009
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1922
Physical Description
5" x 7" (b/w)
Material Details
reproduction
Physical Condition
Photograph is overexposed
History / Biographical
The West End Millinery & Dry Goods shop appears in the 1914 Henderson's Brandon City Directory. The store was located in the Avenue Block at 1124 Rosser Avenue. Mrs. A. Barker was listed as the proprietor and milliner. By 1917, Mr. A.F. [Arthur Fred] Barker became the proprietor and Mrs. Barker remained the milliner. By 1919, the shop moved to 130-10th Street, across from the Strand Threatre, where it remained until c.1933.
Custodial History
Donated to Fred McGuinness by G. Baldock in 1971
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the store interior of West End Millinery & Dry Goods located on 130-10th Street. Coats are hanging from a rack, clothing is displayed on dress forms as well as on wooden tables that are lined up in the centre of the shop. The store's tin ceiling, light fixtures, and hardwood floors are visible.
Notes
Writing on the back of the photograph reads: Part of West End Millinery & Dry Goods 10th St across from Strand Theatre, 1922
Name Access
West End Millinery & Dry Goods
10th Street
Subject Access
clothing
store interiors
Brandon business buildings & facilities before 1940
milliners
dry goods
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer 2 (hanging photos)
Arrangement
From 2009 loose photos
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West End Millinery & Dry Goods

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions13816
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1922
Accession Number
20-2009
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
McG 9
Item Number
20-2009.126
Accession Number
20-2009
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1922
Physical Description
5" x 7" (b/w)
Material Details
reproduction
Physical Condition
Photograph is overexposed
History / Biographical
The West End Millinery & Dry Goods shop appears in the 1914 Henderson's Brandon City Directory. The store was located in the Avenue Block at 1124 Rosser Avenue. Mrs. A. Barker was listed as the proprietor and milliner. By 1917, Mr. A.F. [Arthur Fred] Barker became the proprietor and Mrs. Barker remained the milliner. By 1919, the shop moved to 130-10th Street, across from the Strand Threatre, where it remained until c.1933.
Custodial History
Donated to Fred McGuinness by G. Baldock in 1971
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the store interior of West End Millinery & Dry Goods located on 130-10th Street. A shelving unit lines the wall and is filled with boxes, bolts of cloth, and yarns. Displays can be seen on the top of the shelves as well as on wooden tables that are lined up in the centre of the shop. The store's tin ceiling, light fixtures, panelling, radiators, and hardwood floors are visible.
Notes
Writing on the back of the photograph reads: 1/2 of West End Millinery & Dry Goods, 10th St across from Strand Theatre, 1922
Name Access
West End Millinery & Dry Goods
10th Street
Subject Access
clothing
store interiors
Brandon business buildings & facilities before 1940
milliners
dry goods
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer 2 (hanging photos)
Arrangement
From 2009 loose photos
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Hughes residential property

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Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
[1911-1925]
Accession Number
3-1997
Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Creator
[Photographer: C.J. Smith]
Description Level
Item
Series Number
3-1997.1
Item Number
3-1997.1.71
Accession Number
3-1997
Other Numbers
Hughes #69
GMD
graphic
Date Range
[1911-1925]
Physical Description
9.5" x 7.25" (b/w)
Material Details
on album page
Physical Condition
Photograph is stained
Scope and Content
Photograph shows a three-storey wood framed house with a wrap-around porch, second storey bay window, and four gables.
Notes
Photograph is stamped on the back: Hughes & Co. Ltd., 1009 Princess Ave., Brandon, Man. Location has been identified as the southwest side of 10th Street.
Name Access
10th Street
Subject Access
residences
building exteriors
Storage Location
Hughes oversize drawer
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Hughes residential property

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Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
[1911-1925]
Accession Number
3-1997
Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Creator
Photographer: C.J. Smith
Description Level
Item
Series Number
3-1997.1
Item Number
3-1997.1.79
Accession Number
3-1997
Other Numbers
Hughes #78
GMD
graphic
Date Range
[1911-1925]
Physical Description
9.5" x 7.25" (b/w)
Material Details
on matting
Physical Condition
Photograph and matting are stained
Scope and Content
Photograph shows a three-storey wood framed house with a wrap-around porch, second storey bay window, and four gables.
Notes
Location has been identified as the southwest side of 10th Street.
Name Access
10th Street
Subject Access
residences
building exteriors
Storage Location
Hughes oversize drawer
Related Material
3-1997.1.71
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Hughes residential property, 10th Street

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Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
[1911-1925]
Accession Number
3-1997
Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Creator
Photographer: C.J. Smith
Description Level
Item
Series Number
3-1997.1
Item Number
3-1997.1.82
Accession Number
3-1997
Other Numbers
Hughes #80
GMD
graphic
Date Range
[1911-1925]
Physical Description
9.5" x 7.25" (b/w)
Material Details
on matting
Physical Condition
Photograph and matting are stained
Scope and Content
Photograph shows a two-storey wood-framed house with front porch and sunroom. Above a rocking chair and chez lounge, a Union Jack and pennant hang on the exterior wall on the porch. A five-globed black iron street lamp is on the sidewalk in front of the property. The Wheat City Arena can be seen behind the residence.
Notes
Based on the presence of the arena, the location has been identified as 10th Street near Victoria Avenue.
Name Access
Wheat City Arena
Victoria Avenue
10th Street
Subject Access
residences
building exteriors
residential streets
Storage Location
Hughes oversize drawer
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Ted Heming Jewellers, Brandon, Manitoba

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Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1959
Accession Number
3-1997
Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
3-1997.1
Item Number
3-1997.1.8
Accession Number
3-1997
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1959
Physical Description
8" x 10" (b/w)
Physical Condition
good
Scope and Content
Photograph shows Ted Heming Jewellers on the east side of 10th Street, Brandon, Manitoba, with the Strand Theatre to the south of the building complex. Other visible businesses in the Strand Block include: Hughes & Co. Ltd., Smart's Stationery, Waddell's, and Metropolitan Life.
Notes
Photograph dated from "Gidget," the movie playing at the Strand Theatre
Name Access
Ted Heming Jewellers
Hughes & Co.
Smart's Stationery
Waddell's
Strand Theatre
Metropolitan Life
10th Street
Subject Access
downtowns
street scenes
Brandon business buildings & facilities after 1940
building exteriors
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer
Images
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Hughes and Company Real Estate Office, Brandon, Manitoba

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Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1959
Accession Number
3-1997
Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Creator
Photographer: Clark Smith Studio
Description Level
Item
Series Number
3-1997.1
Item Number
3-1997.1.9
Accession Number
3-1997
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1959
Physical Description
8" x 10" (b/w)
Physical Condition
good
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the Strand Block on the east side of 10th Street, Brandon, Manitoba. Visible businesses in the Strand Block include: Hughes & Co. Ltd., Smart's Stationery, Waddell's, the Strand Theatre, and Metropolitan Life.
Notes
Back of the photograph is stamped: Clark Smith Studio, per July 27/59
Name Access
Ted Heming Jewellers
Hughes & Co.
Smart's Stationery
Waddell's
Strand Theatre
Metropolitan Life
10th Street
Subject Access
downtowns
street scenes
Brandon business buildings & facilities after 1940
building exteriors
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer
Images
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Carlton Cafe, Brandon, Manitoba

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Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1959
Accession Number
3-1997
Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
3-1997.1
Item Number
3-1997.1.10
Accession Number
3-1997
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1959
Physical Description
8" x 10" (b/w)
Physical Condition
good
Scope and Content
Photograph of east side of 10th Street, Brandon, Manitoba, between Rosser and Princess Avenues. Visible businesses include: The Bank of Montreal, Barclay's Shoe Store, Carlton Cafe (in the former Cigar Factory), and Ted Heming Jewellers. The McKenzie Seed building is visible in the background.
Name Access
Bank of Montreal
Barclay's Shoe Store
Carlton Cafe
Ted Heming Jewellers
McKenzie Seeds
10th Street
Subject Access
downtowns
street scenes
Brandon business buildings & facilities after 1940
building exteriors
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer
Images
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The Brown Block, Brandon, Manitoba

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Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1959
Accession Number
3-1997
Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
3-1997.1
Item Number
3-1997.1.11
Accession Number
3-1997
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1959
Physical Description
8 " x 10" (b/w)
Physical Condition
good
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the east side of 10th Street, Brandon, Manitoba, between Rosser and Princess Avenues. Businesses visible in the Brown Block include (from north to south): Singer, Pittsburgh Paint & Glass, O. Stark & Son, Elna Sewing Centre, and Canadian Pacific Telegraphs. The Prince Edward Hotel is visible in the background.
Name Access
Brown Block
Singer
Pittsburgh Paint & Glass
O. Stark & Son
Elna Sewing Centre
Canadian Pacific Telegraphs
Prince Edward Hotel
10th Street
Subject Access
downtowns
street scenes
Brandon business buildings & facilities after 1940
building exteriors
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer
Images
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West side of 10th Street facing north from Princess Avenue, Brandon, Manitoba

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Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1959
Accession Number
3-1997
Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
3-1997.1
Item Number
3-1997.1.13
Accession Number
3-1997
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1959
Physical Description
8" x 10" (b/w)
Physical Condition
good
History / Biographical
Doig's, originally located on Rosser Avenue, moved to the 10th Street location in 1921.
Scope and Content
Photograph of west side of 10th Street, Brandon, Manitoba, facing northwest. Visible businesses in the Alexander Block include Doig's, Box Brothers Hardware and Allied Hardware Stores, followed by Simpsons-Sears and Barry Neill Men's Wear in the Strathcona Block. The Johnny Smith Block is visible in the background.
Name Access
Strathcona Block
Alexandra Block
Doig's
Box Brothers Hardware
Simpsons-Sears Ltd.
Barry Neill Men's Wear
10th Street
Subject Access
downtowns
street scenes
Brandon business buildings & facilities after 1940
building exteriors
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer
Images
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West side of 10th Street from Princess Avenue, Brandon, Manitoba

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Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1955
Accession Number
3-1997
Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
3-1997.1
Item Number
3-1997.1.23
Accession Number
3-1997
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1955
Physical Description
8" x 10" (b/w)
Physical Condition
good
Scope and Content
Photograph of west side of 10th Street, Brandon, Manitoba, facing northwest. Visible businesses in the Alexandra Block include Doig's, Box Brothers Hardware and Allied Hardware Stores, followed by Simpsons-Sears and Barry Neill Men's Wear in the Strathcona Block. The Johnny Smith Block is visible in the background.
Name Access
Strathcona Block
Alexandra Block
Doig's
Box Brothers Hardware
Simpsons-Sears Ltd.
Barry Neill Men's Wear
10th Street
Subject Access
downtowns
street scenes
Brandon business buildings & facilities after 1940
building exteriors
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer
Images
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100-block 10th Street, facing southwest

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Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1950s
Accession Number
3-1997
Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
3-1997.1
Item Number
3-1997.1.28
Accession Number
3-1997
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1950s
Physical Description
10" x 8" (b/w)
Physical Condition
good
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the west side of 10th Street between Rosser and Princess Avenues. Visible businesses include: Brandon News & Record Shop, Fashion Fabrics, Recreation Bowling & Billiards, Bottomley's, Barry Neill Men's Wear, Simpsons-Sears. Painted on the north face of the Strathcona Block are two advertisements, one for Sutherland and Robertson [Grocery] and the other for Boyd Electric Co. Ltd. Union Jack flags hang from some businesses and light standards.
Name Access
10th Street
Brandon News & Record Shop
Fashion Fabrics
Recreation Bowling and Billiards
Bottomley's
Barry Neill Men's Wear
Simpsons-Sears Ltd.
Sutherland and Robertson
Boyd Electric Co. Ltd.
Strathcona Block
Subject Access
downtowns
street scenes
Brandon business buildings & facilities after 1940
building exteriors
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer
Images
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100-block 10th Street, facing southwest (2)

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Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1950
Accession Number
3-1997
Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
3-1997.1
Item Number
3-1997.1.29
Accession Number
3-1997
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1950
Physical Description
8 " x 10" (b/w)
Physical Condition
good
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the west side of 10th Street between Rosser and Princess Avenues. Visible businesses include: Recreation Bowling & Billiards, Bottomley's, Barry Neill Men's Wear, Simpsons-Sears, Allied Hardware Stores, Box Brothers Hardware, Doig's. Painted on the north face of the Strathcona Block are two advertisements, one for Sutherland and Robertson [Grocery] and the other for Boyd Electric Co. Ltd.
Name Access
10th Street
Recreation Bowling and Billiards
Bottomley's
Barry Neill Men's Wear
Simpsons-Sears Ltd.
Sutherland and Robertson
Boyd Electric Co. Ltd.
Strathcona Block
Box Brothers Hardware
Doig's
Allied Hardware
Alexandra Block
Subject Access
downtowns
street scenes
Brandon business buildings & facilities after 1940
building exteriors
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer
Images
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Southwest corner 10th Street and Rosser Avenue

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Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1950
Accession Number
3-1997
Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
3-1997.1
Item Number
3-1997.1.31
Accession Number
3-1997
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1950
Physical Description
10" x 8" (b/w)
Physical Condition
good
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the Kresge store on the southwest corner of 10th Street and Rosser Avenue. Other 10th Street businesses that are visible on the west side of the street include: James Richardson & Son Investments, Beneficial Finance and Loans, Bass' Storkland, Brandon News & Record Shop, Recreation Bowling and Billiards, and Bottomley's. The Welcome Brandon sign can be seen in the top right corner of the photograph.
Name Access
10th Street
Kresge
James Richardson & Sons
Beneficial Finance Co.
Bass Storkland
Brandon News & Record Shop
Recreation Bowling and Billiards
Bottomley's
Subject Access
downtowns
street scenes
Brandon business buildings & facilities after 1940
building exteriors
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer
Images
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Corner of 10th Street and Princess Avenue, Brandon, Manitoba

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Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1930
Accession Number
3-1997
Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
3-1997.1
Item Number
3-1997.1.14
Accession Number
3-1997
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1930
Physical Description
8 " x 10" (b/w)
Physical Condition
good
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the intersection of 10th Street and Princess Avenue, Brandon, Manitoba. View is facing northwest along west side of the 100-block of 10th Street. A stationary policeman/divider is at the centre of the intersection. Visible businesses include: Doig's, Plaza Shoe Shop, and Cambridge Clothes Shop. A horse-drawn sled is parked in front of Doig's store. The Olympia Block, Cecil Hotel, and CPR Station are visible in the background.
Name Access
Doig's
Plaza Shoe Shop
Cambridge Clothes Shop
Alexandra Block
Strathcona Block
10th Street
Princess Avenue
Subject Access
downtowns
street scenes
Brandon business buildings & facilities before 1940
building exteriors
Transportation
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer
Images
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Hughes Building, Brandon, Manitoba

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Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1955
Accession Number
3-1997
Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
3-1997.1
Item Number
3-1997.1.25
Accession Number
3-1997
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1955
Physical Description
4.5" x 6.75" (b/w)
Physical Condition
good
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the northwest corner of 10th Street and Princess Avenue. Traffic on the west side of Princess Avenue appears to travelling both ways. A taxi waits at the intersection. Above the west entrance on the corner building is an electric sign that spells "Hughes Bldg." A second storey has been added to the portion of the Doig's shop that is adjacent to the Alexandra Block.
Notes
A negative accompanies the photograph.
Name Access
Doig's
Hughes Building
Alexandra Block
Princess Avenue
10th Street
Subject Access
downtowns
street scenes
Brandon business buildings & facilities after 1940
building exteriors
taxi
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer
Images
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Hughes Building, corner of 10th Street and Princess Avenue, Brandon, Manitoba

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Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1950
Accession Number
3-1997
Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
3-1997.1
Item Number
3-1997.1.26
Accession Number
3-1997
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1950
Physical Description
4.5" x 6.75" (b/w)
Physical Condition
good
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the northwest corner of 10th Street and Princess Avenue. Traffic on the west side of Princess Avenue appears to travelling both ways. A car waits at the intersection. Above the west entrance on the corner building is an electric sign that spells "Hughes Bldg." A second storey has yet to be added to the portion of the Doig's shop that is adjacent to the Alexandra Block. Fitwell Tailors, a barber shop, and the Federal Building are visible on Princess Avenue.
Notes
A negative is contained in the same enclosure with the print.
Name Access
Doig's
Hughes Building
Alexandra Block
Princess Avenue
Fitwell Tailors
10th Street
Subject Access
downtowns
street scenes
Brandon business buildings & facilities after 1940
building exteriors
barbers
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer
Images
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100-block 10th Street, facing west (3)

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Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1955
Accession Number
3-1997
Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Creator
Photographer: R.M. Coleman
Description Level
Item
Series Number
3-1997.1
Item Number
3-1997.1.30
Accession Number
3-1997
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1955
Physical Description
8 " x 5" (b/w)
Physical Condition
good
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the west side of 10th Street between Rosser and Princess Avenues in the winter. Visible businesses include: Bottomley's, Simpsons-Sears, Lionel Electric, Allied Hardware Stores, Box Brothers Hardware, Doig's. Painted on the north face of the Strathcona Block are two advertisements, one for Sutherland and Robertson [Grocery] and the other for Boyd Electric Co. Ltd.
Name Access
10th Street
Bottomley's
Simpsons-Sears Ltd.
Lionel Electric
Sutherland and Robertson
Boyd Electric Co. Ltd.
Strathcona Block
Box Brothers Hardware
Doig's
Allied Hardware
Alexandra Block
Subject Access
downtowns
street scenes
Brandon business buildings & facilities after 1940
building exteriors
winter
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer
Images
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Northeast corner of 10th Street and Princess, Brandon, Manitoba

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Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1955
Accession Number
3-1997
Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
3-1997.1
Item Number
3-1997.1.16
Accession Number
3-1997
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1955
Physical Description
8" x 10" (b/w)
Physical Condition
good
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the northeast corner of 10th Street and Princess Avenue. OK Used Cars - Western Motors Ltds - used car lot and a building containing The Specialty Shop and another business are pictured. The exposed wall of the Brown Block has been painted over.
Name Access
10th Street
Princess Avenue
Western Motors Ltd.
The Specialty Shop
Subject Access
downtowns
street scenes
Brandon business buildings & facilities after 1940
building exteriors
car lots
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer
Images
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Intersection 10th Street and Princess Avenue, Brandon, Manitoba

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Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1929
Accession Number
3-1997
Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
3-1997.1
Item Number
3-1997.1.19
Accession Number
3-1997
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1929
Physical Description
8" x 10" (b/w)
Physical Condition
good
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the intersection of 10th Street and Princess Avenue looking northeast. A stationary policeman/divider is situated in the centre of the intersection. The lot on the corner appears to be for sale and a solid wooden fence has several advertisements, including for: Majestic Radio and a production by the Brandon Operatic Society at City Hall for "A Runaway Girl." The Brown Block has a third storey lined with dormer windows. Advertisements for Heintzamn & Co. Pianos Piano Tuning, J.J.H. McLean & Co. Ltd, and The Strand Optical Co. are painted on the south side of the Brown Block. Also present is an advertising board for the Capitol Theatre. Signs for the Strand Theatre, Hollywood Cafe, and Campbell's Furniture are also visible.
Notes
Photograph date obtained from the presence of the Hollywood Cafe in the 1929 Henderson's Brandon City Directory and the performance by the Brandon Operatic Society.
Name Access
Brown Block
Heintzman & Co. Pianos
J.J.H. McLean & Co.
Capitol Theatre
Strand Theatre
Hollywood Cafe
Campbell's Furniture Store
10th Street
Subject Access
downtowns
street scenes
Brandon business buildings & facilities before 1940
theatres
building exteriors
cafes
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer
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