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Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede - Parade Day 1

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Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1962
Accession Number
1-2015
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Creator
Photographer: Howard Heid, Medicine Hat News
Description Level
Item
Series Number
McG 9
Item Number
1-2015.211
Accession Number
1-2015
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1962
Physical Description
10" x 8" (b/w)
History / Biographical
The Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade Day was held on Thursday, July 19, 1962, at 9:30 a.m. The local newspaper reported that approximately 24,000 people were in attendance to see parade marshall Rod Ashburner leading 175 entries consisting of 90 floats, 75 horses, and 10 bands. There were 19 parade categories eligible for $12,000 in prize money and included: junior and senior cowboys and cowgirls; fancy and Shetland ponies; sulky class open; comic, commercial, industrial and organizational floats; decorated cars; special ranch class; 4-H Clubs; and a non-competitive class. The parade route started at Second St. and Allowance Ave., from Second St. to Ash Ave., north on Ash to First St. SE., from First St. S.E. to Fourth Ave., south to Second St. to South Railway St., south on South Railway St. to Third St., with a finish at McLeod Trail. A route map was published in the Medicine Hat News the day before the parade. Aerial photographs of the parade were taken by Medicine Hat News photographer Howard Heid (1930-2005) from the private helicopter of John Bourn. Bourn was a pilot from Woodville, Wisconsin, who chartered his four-seater helicopter for sight-seers at exhibitions and stampedes across the county. (Sources: Pat Currie, "Let 'Er Go!," Medicine Hat News, 19 July 1962,1; Harald Gunderson, "'Eye in the Sky' Best Parade View," Medicine Hat News, 19 July 1962,1; "Parade Starts at 9:30 Sharp," 18 July 1962)
Scope and Content
Photograph shows an aerial view of the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade route, with a focus on Second Street SE. A residential area showing homes with extensive backyard gardens can be seen. The South Saskatchewan River can be see on the right of the photograph.
Notes
This photograph shows the neighbourhood before rezoning and commercial development.
Name Access
Medicine Hat
South Saskatchewan River
Subject Access
parades
floats
aerial photography
aerial views
street scenes
gardens
Repro Restriction
Subject to Canadian Copyright Law
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer 2 (hanging photos)
Arrangement
BR #3 Family photos
Images
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Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede - Parade Day 2

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions14143
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1962
Accession Number
1-2015
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Creator
Photographer: Howard Heid, Medicine Hat News
Description Level
Item
Series Number
McG 9
Item Number
1-2015.212
Accession Number
1-2015
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1962
Physical Description
10" x 8" (b/w)
History / Biographical
The Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade Day was held on Thursday, July 19, 1962, at 9:30 a.m. The local newspaper reported that approximately 24,000 people were in attendance to see parade marshall Rod Ashburner leading 175 entries consisting of 90 floats, 75 horses, and 10 bands. There were 19 parade categories eligible for $12,000 in prize money and included: junior and senior cowboys and cowgirls; fancy and Shetland ponies; sulky class open; comic, commercial, industrial and organizational floats; decorated cars; special ranch class; 4-H Clubs; and a non-competitive class. The parade route started at Second St. and Allowance Ave., from Second St. to Ash Ave., north on Ash to First St. SE., from First St. S.E. to Fourth Ave., south to Second St. to South Railway St., south on South Railway St. to Third St., with a finish at McLeod Trail. A route map was published in the Medicine Hat News the day before the parade. Aerial photographs of the parade were taken by Medicine Hat News photographer Howard Heid (1930-2005) from the private helicopter of John Bourn. Bourn was a pilot from Woodville, Wisconsin, who chartered his four-seater helicopter for sight-seers at exhibitions and stampedes across the county. (Sources: Pat Currie, "Let 'Er Go!," Medicine Hat News, 19 July 1962,1; Harald Gunderson, "'Eye in the Sky' Best Parade View," Medicine Hat News, 19 July 1962,1; "Parade Starts at 9:30 Sharp," 18 July 1962)
Scope and Content
Photograph shows an aerial view of the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade route, with a focus on Second Street SE. Visible store signs include: China Wonderland, Grey Cup Cafe, Lane Bros. & Gibson Ltd., Joy's, Marshall's, Monarch, Gardener's Used Cars, Provincial Treasury Branch, Furvey's Furniture and Appliances, J.J. Moore & Son, Club Cafe, Black Hardware Ltd., Regency Billards, and Sair's Shoe Hospital.
Name Access
Medicine Hat
South Saskatchewan River
Subject Access
parades
floats
aerial photography
aerial views
street scenes
Repro Restriction
Subject to Canadian Copyright Law
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer 2 (hanging photos)
Arrangement
BR #3 Family photos
Images
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Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede - Parade Day 3

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions14144
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1962
Accession Number
1-2015
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Creator
Photographer: Howard Heid, Medicine Hat News
Description Level
Item
Series Number
McG 9
Item Number
1-2015.213
Accession Number
1-2015
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1962
Physical Description
10" x 8" (b/w)
History / Biographical
The Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade Day was held on Thursday, July 19, 1962, at 9:30 a.m. The local newspaper reported that approximately 24,000 people were in attendance to see parade marshall Rod Ashburner leading 175 entries consisting of 90 floats, 75 horses, and 10 bands. There were 19 parade categories eligible for $12,000 in prize money and included: junior and senior cowboys and cowgirls; fancy and Shetland ponies; sulky class open; comic, commercial, industrial and organizational floats; decorated cars; special ranch class; 4-H Clubs; and a non-competitive class. The parade route started at Second St. and Allowance Ave., from Second St. to Ash Ave., north on Ash to First St. SE., from First St. S.E. to Fourth Ave., south to Second St. to South Railway St., south on South Railway St. to Third St., with a finish at McLeod Trail. A route map was published in the Medicine Hat News the day before the parade. Aerial photographs of the parade were taken by Medicine Hat News photographer Howard Heid (1930-2005) from the private helicopter of John Bourn. Bourn was a pilot from Woodville, Wisconsin, who chartered his four-seater helicopter for sight-seers at exhibitions and stampedes across the county. (Sources: Pat Currie, "Let 'Er Go!," Medicine Hat News, 19 July 1962,1; Harald Gunderson, "'Eye in the Sky' Best Parade View," Medicine Hat News, 19 July 1962,1; "Parade Starts at 9:30 Sharp," 18 July 1962)
Scope and Content
Photograph shows an aerial view of the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade route, with a focus on the First Street SE and North Railway Street merge.
Notes
This photograph appeared on the front page of The Medicine Hat News (19 July 1962).
Name Access
Medicine Hat
South Saskatchewan River
Subject Access
parades
floats
aerial photography
aerial views
street scenes
Repro Restriction
Subject to Canadian Copyright Law
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer 2 (hanging photos)
Arrangement
BR #3 Family photos
Images
Show Less

Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede - Parade Day 4

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions14145
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1962
Accession Number
1-2015
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Creator
Photographer: Howard Heid, Medicine Hat News
Description Level
Item
Series Number
McG 9
Item Number
1-2015.214
Accession Number
1-2015
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1962
Physical Description
10" x 8" (b/w)
History / Biographical
The Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade Day was held on Thursday, July 19, 1962, at 9:30 a.m. The local newspaper reported that approximately 24,000 people were in attendance to see parade marshall Rod Ashburner leading 175 entries consisting of 90 floats, 75 horses, and 10 bands. There were 19 parade categories eligible for $12,000 in prize money and included: junior and senior cowboys and cowgirls; fancy and Shetland ponies; sulky class open; comic, commercial, industrial and organizational floats; decorated cars; special ranch class; 4-H Clubs; and a non-competitive class. The parade route started at Second St. and Allowance Ave., from Second St. to Ash Ave., north on Ash to First St. SE., from First St. S.E. to Fourth Ave., south to Second St. to South Railway St., south on South Railway St. to Third St., with a finish at McLeod Trail. A route map was published in the Medicine Hat News the day before the parade. Aerial photographs of the parade were taken by Medicine Hat News photographer Howard Heid (1930-2005) from the private helicopter of John Bourn. Bourn was a pilot from Woodville, Wisconsin, who chartered his four-seater helicopter for sight-seers at exhibitions and stampedes across the county. (Sources: Pat Currie, "Let 'Er Go!," Medicine Hat News, 19 July 1962,1; Harald Gunderson, "'Eye in the Sky' Best Parade View," Medicine Hat News, 19 July 1962,1; "Parade Starts at 9:30 Sharp," 18 July 1962)
Scope and Content
Photograph shows an aerial view of the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade route with a focus on the First Street SE. A number of gas stations and garages are visible along this route and include Texaco, Shell, Ford, and B/A. The Fraternal Order of Eagles lodge is also visible.
Notes
This photograph appeared on the front page of The Medicine Hat News (19 July 1962).
Name Access
Medicine Hat
South Saskatchewan River
Subject Access
parades
floats
aerial photography
aerial views
street scenes
fraternal organizations
garages
Repro Restriction
Subject to Canadian Copyright Law
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer 2 (hanging photos)
Arrangement
BR #3 Family photos
Images
Show Less

Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede - Parade Day 5

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions14146
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1962
Accession Number
1-2015
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Creator
Photographer: Howard Heid, Medicine Hat News
Description Level
Item
Series Number
McG 9
Item Number
1-2015.215
Accession Number
1-2015
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1962
Physical Description
10" x 8" (b/w)
History / Biographical
The Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade Day was held on Thursday, July 19, 1962, at 9:30 a.m. The local newspaper reported that approximately 24,000 people were in attendance to see parade marshall Rod Ashburner leading 175 entries consisting of 90 floats, 75 horses, and 10 bands. There were 19 parade categories eligible for $12,000 in prize money and included: junior and senior cowboys and cowgirls; fancy and Shetland ponies; sulky class open; comic, commercial, industrial and organizational floats; decorated cars; special ranch class; 4-H Clubs; and a non-competitive class. The parade route started at Second St. and Allowance Ave., from Second St. to Ash Ave., north on Ash to First St. SE., from First St. S.E. to Fourth Ave., south to Second St. to South Railway St., south on South Railway St. to Third St., with a finish at McLeod Trail. A route map was published in the Medicine Hat News the day before the parade. Aerial photographs of the parade were taken by Medicine Hat News photographer Howard Heid (1930-2005) from the private helicopter of John Bourn. Bourn was a pilot from Woodville, Wisconsin, who chartered his four-seater helicopter for sight-seers at exhibitions and stampedes across the county. (Sources: Pat Currie, "Let 'Er Go!," Medicine Hat News, 19 July 1962,1; Harald Gunderson, "'Eye in the Sky' Best Parade View," Medicine Hat News, 19 July 1962,1; "Parade Starts at 9:30 Sharp," 18 July 1962)
Scope and Content
Photograph shows an aerial view of the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade route with a focus on the First Street SE and Ash Street. A residential area showing homes with extensive backyard gardens can be seen.
Notes
This photograph shows the neighbourhood before rezoning and commercial development.
Name Access
Medicine Hat
South Saskatchewan River
Subject Access
parades
floats
aerial photography
aerial views
street scenes
gardens
Repro Restriction
Subject to Canadian Copyright Law
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer 2 (hanging photos)
Arrangement
BR #3 Family photos
Images
Show Less

Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede - Parade Day 6

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Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1962
Accession Number
1-2015
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Creator
Photographer: Howard Heid, Medicine Hat News
Description Level
Item
Series Number
McG 9
Item Number
1-2015.216
Accession Number
1-2015
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1962
Physical Description
10" x 8" (b/w)
History / Biographical
The Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade Day was held on Thursday, July 19, 1962, at 9:30 a.m. The local newspaper reported that approximately 24,000 people were in attendance to see parade marshall Rod Ashburner leading 175 entries consisting of 90 floats, 75 horses, and 10 bands. There were 19 parade categories eligible for $12,000 in prize money and included: junior and senior cowboys and cowgirls; fancy and Shetland ponies; sulky class open; comic, commercial, industrial and organizational floats; decorated cars; special ranch class; 4-H Clubs; and a non-competitive class. The parade route started at Second St. and Allowance Ave., from Second St. to Ash Ave., north on Ash to First St. SE., from First St. S.E. to Fourth Ave., south to Second St. to South Railway St., south on South Railway St. to Third St., with a finish at McLeod Trail. A route map was published in the Medicine Hat News the day before the parade. Aerial photographs of the parade were taken by Medicine Hat News photographer Howard Heid (1930-2005) from the private helicopter of John Bourn. Bourn was a pilot from Woodville, Wisconsin, who chartered his four-seater helicopter for sight-seers at exhibitions and stampedes across the county. (Sources: Pat Currie, "Let 'Er Go!," Medicine Hat News, 19 July 1962,1; Harald Gunderson, "'Eye in the Sky' Best Parade View," Medicine Hat News, 19 July 1962,1; "Parade Starts at 9:30 Sharp," 18 July 1962)
Scope and Content
Photograph shows an aerial view of the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade route with a focus on the First Street SE and and the South Railway Street merge. A number of gas stations and garages are visible along this route and include Texaco, Shell, Ford, and B/A. The Fraternal Order of Eagles lodge is also visible.
Notes
This photograph shows the neighbourhood before rezoning and commercial development.
Name Access
Medicine Hat
South Saskatchewan River
Subject Access
parades
floats
aerial photography
aerial views
street scenes
gardens
fraternal organizations
garages
Repro Restriction
Subject to Canadian Copyright Law
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer 2 (hanging photos)
Arrangement
BR #3 Family photos
Images
Show Less

Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede - Parade Day 7

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions14148
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1962
Accession Number
1-2015
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Creator
Photographer: Howard Heid, Medicine Hat News
Description Level
Item
Series Number
McG 9
Item Number
1-2015.217
Accession Number
1-2015
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1962
Physical Description
10" x 8" (b/w)
History / Biographical
The Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade Day was held on Thursday, July 19, 1962, at 9:30 a.m. The local newspaper reported that approximately 24,000 people were in attendance to see parade marshall Rod Ashburner leading 175 entries consisting of 90 floats, 75 horses, and 10 bands. There were 19 parade categories eligible for $12,000 in prize money and included: junior and senior cowboys and cowgirls; fancy and Shetland ponies; sulky class open; comic, commercial, industrial and organizational floats; decorated cars; special ranch class; 4-H Clubs; and a non-competitive class. The parade route started at Second St. and Allowance Ave., from Second St. to Ash Ave., north on Ash to First St. SE., from First St. S.E. to Fourth Ave., south to Second St. to South Railway St., south on South Railway St. to Third St., with a finish at McLeod Trail. A route map was published in the Medicine Hat News the day before the parade. Aerial photographs of the parade were taken by Medicine Hat News photographer Howard Heid (1930-2005) from the private helicopter of John Bourn. Bourn was a pilot from Woodville, Wisconsin, who chartered his four-seater helicopter for sight-seers at exhibitions and stampedes across the county. (Sources: Pat Currie, "Let 'Er Go!," Medicine Hat News, 19 July 1962,1; Harald Gunderson, "'Eye in the Sky' Best Parade View," Medicine Hat News, 19 July 1962,1; "Parade Starts at 9:30 Sharp," 18 July 1962)
Scope and Content
Photograph shows an aerial view of the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade route with a focus on the First Street SE and Sixth Avenue intersection. A number of gas stations and garages are visible along this route and include Texaco, Shell, Ford, and B/A. A number of observers can be seen sitting on rooftops.
Notes
This photograph shows the neighbourhood before rezoning and commercial development.
Name Access
Medicine Hat
South Saskatchewan River
Subject Access
parades
floats
aerial photography
aerial views
street scenes
garages
Repro Restriction
Subject to Canadian Copyright Law
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer 2 (hanging photos)
Arrangement
BR #3 Family photos
Images
Show Less

Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede - Parade Day 8

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions14149
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1962
Accession Number
1-2015
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Creator
Photographer: Howard Heid, Medicine Hat News
Description Level
Item
Series Number
McG 9
Item Number
1-2015.218
Accession Number
1-2015
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1962
Physical Description
10" x 8" (b/w)
History / Biographical
The Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade Day was held on Thursday, July 19, 1962, at 9:30 a.m. The local newspaper reported that approximately 24,000 people were in attendance to see parade marshall Rod Ashburner leading 175 entries consisting of 90 floats, 75 horses, and 10 bands. There were 19 parade categories eligible for $12,000 in prize money and included: junior and senior cowboys and cowgirls; fancy and Shetland ponies; sulky class open; comic, commercial, industrial and organizational floats; decorated cars; special ranch class; 4-H Clubs; and a non-competitive class. The parade route started at Second St. and Allowance Ave., from Second St. to Ash Ave., north on Ash to First St. SE., from First St. S.E. to Fourth Ave., south to Second St. to South Railway St., south on South Railway St. to Third St., with a finish at McLeod Trail. A route map was published in the Medicine Hat News the day before the parade. Aerial photographs of the parade were taken by Medicine Hat News photographer Howard Heid (1930-2005) from the private helicopter of John Bourn. Bourn was a pilot from Woodville, Wisconsin, who chartered his four-seater helicopter for sight-seers at exhibitions and stampedes across the county. (Sources: Pat Currie, "Let 'Er Go!," Medicine Hat News, 19 July 1962,1; Harald Gunderson, "'Eye in the Sky' Best Parade View," Medicine Hat News, 19 July 1962,1; "Parade Starts at 9:30 Sharp," 18 July 1962)
Scope and Content
Photograph shows an aerial view of the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade route, with a focus on Second Street SE. Visible store signs include: Gardener's Used Cars, Provincial Treasury Branch, Furvey's Furniture and Appliances, J.J. Moore & Son Furniture, Alberta Credit Jewellers, James Richardson & Sons, Medicine Hat Gas Power Water City Owned Utilities.
Notes
This photograph shows the neighbourhood before rezoning and commercial development.
Name Access
Medicine Hat
South Saskatchewan River
Subject Access
parades
floats
aerial photography
aerial views
street scenes
garages
Repro Restriction
Subject to Canadian Copyright Law
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer 2 (hanging photos)
Arrangement
BR #3 Family photos
Images
Show Less

Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede - Parade Day 9

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions14150
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1962
Accession Number
1-2015
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Creator
Photographer: Howard Heid, Medicine Hat News
Description Level
Item
Series Number
McG 9
Item Number
1-2015.219
Accession Number
1-2015
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1962
Physical Description
10" x 8" (b/w)
History / Biographical
The Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade Day was held on Thursday, July 19, 1962, at 9:30 a.m. The local newspaper reported that approximately 24,000 people were in attendance to see parade marshall Rod Ashburner leading 175 entries consisting of 90 floats, 75 horses, and 10 bands. There were 19 parade categories eligible for $12,000 in prize money and included: junior and senior cowboys and cowgirls; fancy and Shetland ponies; sulky class open; comic, commercial, industrial and organizational floats; decorated cars; special ranch class; 4-H Clubs; and a non-competitive class. The parade route started at Second St. and Allowance Ave., from Second St. to Ash Ave., north on Ash to First St. SE., from First St. S.E. to Fourth Ave., south to Second St. to South Railway St., south on South Railway St. to Third St., with a finish at McLeod Trail. A route map was published in the Medicine Hat News the day before the parade. Aerial photographs of the parade were taken by Medicine Hat News photographer Howard Heid (1930-2005) from the private helicopter of John Bourn. Bourn was a pilot from Woodville, Wisconsin, who chartered his four-seater helicopter for sight-seers at exhibitions and stampedes across the county. (Sources: Pat Currie, "Let 'Er Go!," Medicine Hat News, 19 July 1962,1; Harald Gunderson, "'Eye in the Sky' Best Parade View," Medicine Hat News, 19 July 1962,1; "Parade Starts at 9:30 Sharp," 18 July 1962)
Scope and Content
Photograph shows an aerial view of the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade route with a focus on the First Street SE and Ash Street. A residential area showing homes with extensive backyard gardens can be seen.
Notes
This photograph shows the neighbourhood before rezoning and commercial development.
Name Access
Medicine Hat
South Saskatchewan River
Subject Access
parades
floats
aerial photography
aerial views
street scenes
gardens
Repro Restriction
Subject to Canadian Copyright Law
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer 2 (hanging photos)
Arrangement
BR #3 Family photos
Images
Show Less

Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede - Parade Day 10

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions14151
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1962
Accession Number
1-2015
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Creator
Photographer: Howard Heid, Medicine Hat News
Description Level
Item
Series Number
McG 9
Item Number
1-2015.220
Accession Number
1-2015
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1962
Physical Description
10" x 8" (b/w)
History / Biographical
The Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade Day was held on Thursday, July 19, 1962, at 9:30 a.m. The local newspaper reported that approximately 24,000 people were in attendance to see parade marshall Rod Ashburner leading 175 entries consisting of 90 floats, 75 horses, and 10 bands. There were 19 parade categories eligible for $12,000 in prize money and included: junior and senior cowboys and cowgirls; fancy and Shetland ponies; sulky class open; comic, commercial, industrial and organizational floats; decorated cars; special ranch class; 4-H Clubs; and a non-competitive class. The parade route started at Second St. and Allowance Ave., from Second St. to Ash Ave., north on Ash to First St. SE., from First St. S.E. to Fourth Ave., south to Second St. to South Railway St., south on South Railway St. to Third St., with a finish at McLeod Trail. A route map was published in the Medicine Hat News the day before the parade. Aerial photographs of the parade were taken by Medicine Hat News photographer Howard Heid (1930-2005) from the private helicopter of John Bourn. Bourn was a pilot from Woodville, Wisconsin, who chartered his four-seater helicopter for sight-seers at exhibitions and stampedes across the county. (Sources: Pat Currie, "Let 'Er Go!," Medicine Hat News, 19 July 1962,1; Harald Gunderson, "'Eye in the Sky' Best Parade View," Medicine Hat News, 19 July 1962,1; "Parade Starts at 9:30 Sharp," 18 July 1962)
Scope and Content
Photograph shows an aerial view of the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade route with a focus west of the railway allowance, showing First Street SE, Second Street SE, and Third Street SE.
Notes
This photograph shows the neighbourhood before rezoning and commercial development.
Name Access
Medicine Hat
South Saskatchewan River
Subject Access
parades
floats
aerial photography
aerial views
street scenes
gardens
Repro Restriction
Subject to Canadian Copyright Law
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer 2 (hanging photos)
Arrangement
BR #3 Family photos
Images
Show Less

Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede - Parade Day 11

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions14152
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1962
Accession Number
1-2015
Part Of
Fred McGuinness collection
Creator
Photographer: Howard Heid, Medicine Hat News
Description Level
Item
Series Number
McG 9
Item Number
1-2015.221
Accession Number
1-2015
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1962
Physical Description
10" x 8" (b/w)
History / Biographical
The Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade Day was held on Thursday, July 19, 1962, at 9:30 a.m. The local newspaper reported that approximately 24,000 people were in attendance to see parade marshall Rod Ashburner leading 175 entries consisting of 90 floats, 75 horses, and 10 bands. There were 19 parade categories eligible for $12,000 in prize money and included: junior and senior cowboys and cowgirls; fancy and Shetland ponies; sulky class open; comic, commercial, industrial and organizational floats; decorated cars; special ranch class; 4-H Clubs; and a non-competitive class. The parade route started at Second St. and Allowance Ave., from Second St. to Ash Ave., north on Ash to First St. SE., from First St. S.E. to Fourth Ave., south to Second St. to South Railway St., south on South Railway St. to Third St., with a finish at McLeod Trail. A route map was published in the Medicine Hat News the day before the parade. Aerial photographs of the parade were taken by Medicine Hat News photographer Howard Heid (1930-2005) from the private helicopter of John Bourn. Bourn was a pilot from Woodville, Wisconsin, who chartered his four-seater helicopter for sight-seers at exhibitions and stampedes across the county. (Sources: Pat Currie, "Let 'Er Go!," Medicine Hat News, 19 July 1962,1; Harald Gunderson, "'Eye in the Sky' Best Parade View," Medicine Hat News, 19 July 1962,1; "Parade Starts at 9:30 Sharp," 18 July 1962)
Scope and Content
Photograph shows an aerial view of possibly 8th Street NW and Tweed Avenue NW. A Safeway grocery store, park and residential area are visible. Many of hte homes appear to have gardens.
Notes
This photograph shows the neighbourhood before rezoning and commercial development.
Name Access
Medicine Hat
South Saskatchewan River
Subject Access
parades
floats
aerial photography
aerial views
street scenes
gardens
Repro Restriction
Subject to Canadian Copyright Law
Storage Location
RG 5 photograph storage drawer 2 (hanging photos)
Arrangement
BR #3 Family photos
Images
Show Less

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