For custodial history see the collection level description of the Lawrence Stuckey collection.
Scope and Content
Brandon University [Brodie Science Centre (foreground), McMaster Hall (background)]
Notes
Construction of new [Brodie Science Centre].
[Note McMaster Hall under construction in background.]
[Mr. Stuckey put two negatives in the same envelope and taped the prints to the outside. We have separated them and numbered the negatives DA9(1) and DA9(2), and the prints DA9(1a) and DA9(2a).]
For custodial history see the collection level description of the Lawrence Stuckey collection.
Scope and Content
Brandon University [Brodie Science Centre (foreground), McMaster Hall (background)]
Notes
Construction of new [Brodie Science Centre].
[Note McMaster Hall under construction in background.]
[Mr. Stuckey put two negatives in the same envelope and taped the prints to the outside. We have separated them and numbered the negatives DA9(1) and DA9(2), and the prints DA9(1a) and DA9(2a).]
Arthur Hayward Foster was born in Picton Landing, Nova Scotia in 1872. Foster taught at Brandon College from 1931-1948. He died in Brandon on May 27, 1948.
Custodial History
Accessioned in 2007 by the McKee Archives. Prior custodial history unknown.
Scope and Content
Fonds consists of a brass plaque on wood that reads "In Memory of Arthur H. Foster, Professor of Classics and Religious Studies, Died May 27, 1948. Erected by Class '50."
Notes
Plaque measures 17.5 x 12.5 cm. Wood measures 20 x 15 x 2.5 cm. Description by Christy Henry.
During the mid-1930s the economy and popularity of light, fast passenger trains were proven in the USA by the Burlington’s "Zephyr", the Rock Island’s "Rocket", and the Milwaukee Road’s "Hiawatha". In 1936 the CPR built engines 3000-3004, designing each to haul a lightweight baggage car and three day coaches. Before being assigned to "The Chinook" between Calgary and Edmonton, engine 3001 and its train made an extensive publicity tour of western Canada.
[Built by Montreal Locomotive Works in 1936, this class of five F2a 4-4-4 locomotives (3000 - 3004) were named "Jubilee" type in honour of the 50th anniversary of CPR transcontinental service. P.E.]
Custodial History
For custodial history see the collection level description of the Lawrence Stuckey collection.
Scope and Content
CPR streamlined engine No. 3001 & train
Notes
Canadian Pacific Railway's first streamlined engine [class] on display in Brandon
Copy negative LAS with permission
[Mr. Stuckey numbered two envelopes P24. We have kept the same number but designated the first envelope P24(1) and the second envelope P24(2).]
During the mid-1930s the economy and popularity of light, fast passenger trains were proven in the USA by the Burlington’s "Zephyr", the Rock Island’s "Rocket", and the Milwaukee Road’s "Hiawatha". In 1936 the CPR built engines 3000-3004, designing each to haul a lightweight baggage car and three day coaches. Before being assigned to "The Chinook" between Calgary and Edmonton, engine 3001 and its train made an extensive publicity tour of western Canada.
[Built by Montreal Locomotive Works in 1936, this class of five F2a 4-4-4 locomotives (3000 - 3004) were named "Jubilee" type in honour of the 50th anniversary of CPR transcontinental service. P.E.]
Custodial History
For custodial history see the collection level description of the Lawrence Stuckey collection.
Scope and Content
CPR streamlined engine No. 3001 & train
Notes
Canadian Pacific Railway's first streamlined engine [class] on display in Brandon.
The Pioneer Fruit Co. Limited Class A Cup was a billiards season long competition.
Scope and Content
Photograph is a portrait of the Brandon winners of the Pioneer Fruit Co. Limited Class A Cup for the 1922-23 season. Back Row (L-R): J. Richards; L.A. McKay (President); W.S. Grassie. Front Row (L-R): R.H. Miller (Capt.); J.M. Wedderspoon; W. Johnson.
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