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Stores near the corner of Rosser Avenue and 6th Street

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Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1881-1882
Accession Number
20-2009
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
McG 9
Item Number
20-2009.94
Accession Number
20-2009
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1881-1882
Physical Description
9.25" x 6.25" (b/w)
Material Details
on matting
Physical Condition
Corners of photograph mat are bent. Picture is cracked.
Scope and Content
Photograph shows an early view of Brandon's 6th Street in the 1880s. The Winter & O'Neail Groceries & Provisions and James Smart Hardware storefronts have been photographed. A street sign designating 6th Street can be seen below the Winter & O'Neail sign. A horse and cart is parked in front of the grocery store. A number of men wearing hats and jackets are standing along the boardwalk while posing for the picture. Lumber/timber saws are displayed in teh windows of the hardware store.
Notes
Front of photograph reads: 6th Street, Brandon, Manitoba, 1881-1882, Entrance [to Winter & O'Neail] corner of Rosser Ave & 6th Street.
Name Access
James Smart Hardware store
Winter & O'Neail Groceries and Provisions
6th Street
Subject Access
downtown
hardware stores
Pioneers
dry goods
street scenes
Brandon Street Scenes Before 1940
grocery stores
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer 2 (hanging photos)
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Queen's Hotel on the corner of 10th Street and Rosser Avenue

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Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1883
Accession Number
20-2009
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
McG 9
Item Number
20-2009.89
Accession Number
20-2009
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1883
Physical Description
7.25" x 4.25" (b/w)
Material Details
on matting
Physical Condition
Left hand corner of mat is bent. Mock-up instructions are written in pencil at the bottom right hand corner. Portions of the photograph itself are marked with pen.
History / Biographical
The Queen's Hotel was located on the corner of Rosser Avenue and Tenth Street (Steen & Boyce, 1882. Brandon, Manitoba, Canada and Her Industries. Steen & Boyce Publishers Printers & Binders, 81.). Therefore this photo appears to display Rosser Avenue looking east. P.E. 11/06/09
Scope and Content
Photograph shows early Rosser Avenue under construction between 9th Street and 10th Street in the 1880s. Buildings that line the avenue are wood framed and there are wooden boardwalks in front of a few structures. On the north side of Rosser Avenue signs for Fortier & Bucke Commision Agents and Transit House (Hotel) can be seen. On the south side of Rosser Avenue, the Queen's Hotel and Robinson Brothers and Company groceries and dry goods store are open for business. A family appears to be standing on the stoop at the dry goods store. A boy is lounging in the entryway of the Queen's Hotel. A man is standing on a wooden plank that extends across the dirt road of Rosser Avenue between the dry goods store and the commission agents' shop.
Notes
The back of the photograph reads: FRED McGUINNESS
Name Access
Queen's Hotel
Rosser Avenue
Fortier & Bucke Commision Agents
Transit House
Robinson Brothers and Company
Subject Access
downtown
construction
Brandon Street Scenes Before 1940
hotels
hardware stores
street scenes
store exteriors
building exteriors
grocery stores
general stores
dry goods
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer 2 (hanging photos)
Related Material
Lawrence Stuckey collection 1-2002.3.1C17
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Intersection of Rosser Avenue and 8th Street facing west

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Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
[19--]
Accession Number
20-2009
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Creator
Photographer: Brandon Sun
Description Level
Item
Series Number
McG 9
Item Number
20-2009.97
Accession Number
20-2009
GMD
graphic
Date Range
[19--]
Physical Description
8.5" x 5.25" (b/w)
Material Details
reproduction
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the 800 block of Rosser Avenue facing west. On the south side of Rosser Avenue the Nation Block, Christie's Bookstore, and Reesor's Clock can be seen. A number of horse and buggies/carriages are travelling along Rosser Avenue.
Name Access
Rosser Avenue
Reesor’s Jewellery
Reesor's clock
Subject Access
downtown
street scenes
Brandon Street Scenes Before 1940
Transportation
horses
buggies
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer 2 (hanging photos)
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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
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Street scene Rosser Avenue and 8th Street intersection

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions13705
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1906
Accession Number
20-2009
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
McG 9
Item Number
20-2009.15
Accession Number
20-2009
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1906
Physical Description
6.5" x 4.25" (b/w)
Material Details
on matting
Physical Condition
Photographs have been glued to a backing board that has warped over time
Scope and Content
Photograph shows street view of north side of Rosser Avenue, primarily the 700 block. The Fleming Block, Beaubier Block and its Empire Hotel, A.M. Percival (a grocer), the Brandon Hardware Company (600 block), and the Arlington Hotel (500 block) are visible along the north side of the avenue. The Bank of Hamilton Building on the southeast corner of 8th Street and Rosser appears to be under construction. A sign in the second storey window above the main entrance reads: law office. The streets are muddy and a horse and buggy is traveling west on Rosser Avenue.
Notes
Writing on the front of the photograph matting reads: mud November 12, 1906, 339. The photograph appears to be taken from the interior of a builing on the southwest corner of 8th Street and Rosser Avenue. Page appears to be from a photo album.
Name Access
Fleming Block
Empire Hotel
D.W. Beaubier Block
A.M. Percival
Brandon Hardware Company
Rosser Avenue
Subject Access
Street scene
Transportation
downtown
grocers
storefronts
mud
dogs
horses
buggies
insurance agents
lawyers
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer 2 (hanging photos)
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West side of 10th Street facing north from Princess Avenue, Brandon, Manitoba

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions8385
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
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100-block 10th Street, facing southwest

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions8406
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
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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
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West side 200-block 10th Street facing south 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
3-1997.1.39
Accession Number
3-1997
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c.1955
Physical Description
10" x 8" (b/w)
Physical Condition
good
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the west side of the 200-block on 10th Street. Visible businesses include: Chamber of Commerce Tourist Information, Dominion Tire & Radio Co., Steve's Grill, Wally's Taxi, and the garage entrances to Western Motors Ltd. A Santa Claus Christmas ornament is displayed from a light standard.
Name Access
Chamber of Commerce
Dominion Tire & Radio Co.
Steve's Grill
Wally's Taxi
Western Motors
10th Street
Subject Access
downtowns
street scenes
Brandon business buildings & facilities after 1940
building exteriors
winter
garages
taxi
restaurants
Christmas
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer
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Rosser Avenue viewbook postcard

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions13877
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1927-1929
Accession Number
20-2009
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Creator
Printed by Photogelatine Engraving Co. Ltd., Ottawa
Description Level
Item
Series Number
McG 9
Item Number
20-2009.187
Accession Number
20-2009
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1927-1929
Physical Description
3.5" x 5.5" (colour)
Material Details
postcard
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the 700-block of Rosser Avenue facing west. Visible businesses on the north side of Rosser Avenue include: Burchill's Music Store, E.W. Woolworth Co. Ltd. 5-10 and 15 Cent Store in the E.E. Evans Block, Empire Hotel, and W.A. Paterson Drugs. Automobiles are parked on both sides of the avenue and at the time the photograph was taken, Rosser Avenue was a two-way street.
Notes
Part of "Souvenir of Brandon, Manitoba, Canada [viewbook], Printed by Photogelatine Engraving Co. Limited, Ottawa." Dates obtained from the Burchill's Music Store Henderson's Brandon City Directory listings (1927-1929). Writing on the front of the photograph reads: Rosser St. [sic.] - Brandon, Man.
Name Access
Rosser Avenue
Burchill's Music Store
Evans Block
Empire Hotel
Subject Access
downtown
street scenes
Transportation
automobiles
Brandon business buildings & facilities before 1940
store exteriors
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer 2 (hanging photos)
Arrangement
From 20-2009 photos
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9th Street aerial view facing south, Brandon, Manitoba

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Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1940
Accession Number
3-1997
Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Creator
Photographer: Jerrett Photo
Description Level
Item
Series Number
3-1997.1
Item Number
3-1997.1.41
Accession Number
3-1997
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1940
Physical Description
5.5" x 3.5" (b/w)
Material Details
postcard
Physical Condition
good
Scope and Content
Postcard shows an aerial view of 9th Street facing south in Brandon, Manitoba. Visible businesses and landmarks include: Beaubier Hotel, YMCA/police station, the original CKX Radio station towers on 8th Street (est. 1928 - moved 1940), the old City Hall, Prince Edward Hotel, and the original Manitoba Power commission smokestack on 10th Street.
Notes
Writing on the front of the photograph reads: Brandon, Man., Jerrett Photo. This photograph shows a rare view of the 800-block between Rosser and Princess Avenues.
Name Access
Beaubier Hotel
City Hall
CKX
Prince Edward Hotel
Manitoba Power Company
Subject Access
downtowns
street scenes
Brandon business buildings & facilities before 1940
aerial views
building exteriors
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer
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10th Street from Princess Avenue facing north, 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
Creator
Photographer: Jerrett Photo
Description Level
Item
Series Number
3-1997.1
Item Number
3-1997.1.24
Accession Number
3-1997
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1955
Physical Description
3.5" x 5.5" (b/w)
Material Details
postcard
Physical Condition
good
Scope and Content
Photograph of 10th Street facing north from Princess Avenue. Vehicles are parallel parked on both sides of the street. The Welcome Brandon sign can be seen at the Rosser Avenue intersection. Visible businesses on the west side of 10th Street include: Doig's, Box Brothers Hardware and Allied Hardware Stores in the Alexandra Block; followed by Simpsons-Sears in the Strathcona Block. Barry Neill Men's Wear, Kresge's and the Cecil Hotel are also visible. The Johnny Smith Block is visible in the background. Visible businesses on the east side of 10th Street include: Ollies Steaks and Chops, Elna Sewing Centre, Carlton Cafe, Chop Suey. At the base of the hill the Canadian Pacific train station is visible at the base of the hill.
Notes
Writing on the front of the postcard reads: Tenth St. Brandon, Man.
Name Access
Strathcona Block
Alexandra Block
Doig's
Box Brothers Hardware
Simpsons-Sears Ltd.
Barry Neill Men's Wear
Kresge
Cecil Hotel
CPR Station
Ollies
Elna Sewing Centre
Carlton Cafe
10th Street
Subject Access
downtowns
street scenes
Brandon business buildings & facilities after 1940
building exteriors
Chinese restaurants
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer
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William Muir General Grocer building

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Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
post-1888
Accession Number
20-2009
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
McG 9
Item Number
20-2009.68
Accession Number
20-2009
GMD
graphic
Date Range
post-1888
Physical Description
4.5" x 7.5" (b/w)
Material Details
on matting
Physical Condition
Matting is bent and has a thumbtack hole.
History / Biographical
According to G.F. Barker (Brandon: A City, 1977, 291), William (Billy) Muir worked at Coombs & Stewart's on Pacific Avenue until he opened his own grocery store in 1888. The shop was located at 143-6th Street, Brandon, and was demolished for a parking lot in 1952.
Custodial History
Donated to Fred McGuinness by Allena Strath (nee Coombs).
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the "Wm. Muir General Grocer" building on 6th Street. Two men pose in the doorway of the store. The man on the left is likely William Muir. Barrels are lined on the boardwalk in front of the store. Apples and mason jars can be seen in the shop's windows.
Notes
Front of photograph reads: Sixth Street between Rosser - Princess. Back of photograph reads: Billy Muir's Store, 143 6th Street Brandon - 57 years in business in this location. An address label affixed to the back of the mat reads: Mrs. James Strath, Box 421, Souris, Man.
Name Access
Coombs & Stewart
Pacific Avenue
6th Street
Wm. Muir General Grocer
Subject Access
Pioneers
general stores
building exteriors
store exteriors
grocery stores
Brandon business buildings & facilities before 1940
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer 2 (hanging photos)
Related Material
Lawrence Stuckey collection 1-2002.3.1E18
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Coombs & Stewart general store c. 1881

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Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c.1881
Accession Number
20-2009
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
McG 9
Item Number
20-2009.67
Accession Number
20-2009
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c.1881
Physical Description
6.5" x 5" (b/w)
Material Details
on matting
Physical Condition
Photograph is stained and water damaged. A newspaper clipping about William (Billy) Muir is glued to the top left hand corner of the mat. The image is exfoliated in the right hand corner. The negative has been reverse printed.
History / Biographical
Coombs & Stewart opened the first general store in Brandon in 1881, which was located on 6th Street and Pacific Avenue. According to G.F. Barker (Brandon: A City, 1977, 291), William (Billy) Muir worked at the store until he opened his own grocery store in 1888.
Custodial History
Donated to Fred McGuinness by Allena Strath (nee Coombs).
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the Coombs & Stewart general store located on the corner of Pacific Avenue and 6th Street. A group of men pose in front of the wood-framed store.
Notes
Back of photograph reads: One of first stores in Brandon, Coombs...[?]
Name Access
Coombs & Stewart
Pacific Avenue
6th Street
Wm. Muir General Grocer
Subject Access
Pioneers
general stores
building exteriors
store exteriors
horses
grocery stores
Brandon business buildings & facilities before 1940
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer 2 (hanging photos)
Related Material
Lawrence Stuckey collection 1-2002.3.1E13
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Aerial view of 10th Street facing south from Princess Avenue

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Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c.1940
Accession Number
3-1997
Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Creator
Photographer: Jerrett Photo
Description Level
Item
Series Number
3-1997.1
Item Number
3-1997.1.42
Accession Number
3-1997
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c.1940
Physical Description
5.5" x 3.5" (b/w)
Material Details
postcard
Physical Condition
Red ink stain is on the front right corner of postcard
Scope and Content
Photograph shows 10th Street facing south from Princess Avenue. Visible landmarks and businesses include: Manitoba Power Commission (MPC)'s power sub-station, First Baptist Church, Wheat City Arena, and the grand stand at the Exhibition Grounds. The partial sign visible at the bottom of the photograph on the east side of 10th Street reads Yates and Neale, which refers to a plumbing and heating company that dissolved in 1943 to be replaced by Neale, Stothard and Chapman. Businesses on the west side of 10th Street include: Dominion Tire & Radio Co., Bolts Barber Shop, Elviss T.E. Co. Stables.
Notes
Information concerning Yates and Neale courtesy Jack Stothard. Writing on the front of the postcard reads: Brandon, Looking S.W., Jerrett Photo. This photograph shows a rare view of the 200-block of 10th Street.
Name Access
Manitoba Power Company
10th Street
Dominion Tire & Radio Co.
T.E. Elviss Co. Stables
First Baptist Church
Subject Access
downtowns
street scenes
Brandon business buildings & facilities before 1940
aerial views
building exteriors
residences
churches
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer
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Princess Avenue facing east from 10th Street, Brandon, Manitoba

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions8413
Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1965
Accession Number
3-1997
Part Of
Joseph H. Hughes collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
3-1997.1
Item Number
3-1997.1.35
Accession Number
3-1997
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1965
Physical Description
10" x 8" (b/w)
Physical Condition
good
Scope and Content
Photograph shows Princess Avenue facing east from 10th Street. On the north side of Princess Avenue, a B/A Service Station, Princess Cafe, Lindenberg Seeds, and the Central Fire Station are visible. Old City Hall with the war memorial and the Prince Edward Hotel are visible on the south side of Princess Avenue. Traffic is travelling one-way on Princess Avenue.
Name Access
Princess Avenue
City Hall
Prince Edward Hotel
B/A Service Station
Princess Cafe
Lindenberg Seeds
Central Fire Station
Subject Access
downtowns
street scenes
Brandon business buildings & facilities after 1940
building exteriors
hotels
garages
service stations
cafes
memorials
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer
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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
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Panorama of Brandon viewbook postcard

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions13879
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1927-1929
Accession Number
20-2009
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Creator
Printed by Photogelatine Engraving Co. Ltd., Ottawa
Description Level
Item
Series Number
McG 9
Item Number
20-2009.189
Accession Number
20-2009
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1927-1929
Physical Description
3.5" x 5.5" (b/w)
Material Details
postcard
Scope and Content
Photograph shows a panorama, bird's-eye-view of downtown Brandon, between Pacific and Rosser Avenues and 7th Street facing east. Photoraph likely taken from the McKenzie Seeds Building. Visible businesses include: Western Canada Flour Mills, Hanbury Hardware Co. Ltd., Cockshutt Plow Co., New Pacific Hotel, Gordon McKay Building, and Arlington Hotel.
Notes
Part of "Souvenir of Brandon, Manitoba, Canada [viewbook], Printed by Photogelatine Engraving Co. Limited, Ottawa." Dates obtained from the Burchill's Music Store Henderson's Brandon City Directory listings (1927-1929). Writing on the front of the photograph reads: Panorama of Brandon, Man.
Name Access
Hanbury Hardware Co. Ltd.
New Pacific Hotel
Cockshutt Plow Co.
Gordon McKay Building
Arlington Hotel
Western Canada Flour Mills
Pacific Avenue
Rosser Avenue
Subject Access
downtown
street scenes
Transportation
train stations
Brandon business buildings & facilities before 1940
store exteriors
hotels
hardware stores
Elevators
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer 2 (hanging photos)
Arrangement
From 20-2009 photos
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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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Bank of Montreal - 10th Street and Rosser, Brandon, Manitoba

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions8384
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
3-1997.1.12
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 southeast corner of 10th Street and Rosser Avenue, Brandon, Manitoba. The Bank of Montreal is situated on the corner. Visible businesses along the east side of 10th Street include: Barclay's Shoe Store, Carlton Cafe, and Ted Heming Jewellers.
Name Access
Bank of Montreal
Barclay's Shoe Store
Carlton Cafe
Ted Heming Jewellers
Subject Access
downtowns
street scenes
Brandon business buildings & facilities after 1940
building exteriors
banks
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer
Images
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