Kamloops 200

1812 - 2012A History Through Objects

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Building Together.Since 1970, Lafarge’s Kamloops plant has been committed to being a good neighbour,

serving as a positive force in the community and running a high-performance operation.

From building and donating the Lafarge Bridge, which opened up the North side of the South

Thompson River for development, to enhancing parks and supporting education, Lafarge

takes pride in supporting the community. Cement is a building block of society. Lafarge’s

products have helped build Kamloops, from sidewalk to schools, roads and hospitals. 200

years and counting - congratulations Kamloops!

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Proud to be a Part of Kamloops Rich History Kamloops’ Grand Dame, Th e Plaza Hotel, is proudly

reopening after an 8-month multi-million dollar renovation which has added style and modern

conveniences throughout the hotel while preserving its treasured heritage charm.

Th e Plaza Hotel off ers stylish, newly-renovated boutique accommodations in the heart of downtown Kamloops. It’s a step back into the rich history of Kamloops but off ering a full range of modern conveniences and comfort.

Centrally located, guests are just steps away from the City’s shops and restaurants with easy access to the Interior Savings Centre, casino, art galleries, museum, library, theatre, and Kamloops’ outdoor attractions like Riverside Park and Exhibition Park.

RestaurantTh e newly-renovated Fireside Steakhouse & Bar at the Plaza Hotel will be proudly off ering a full range of locally-raised Black Angus steaks and other selections in relaxed, heritage surroundings perfect for any occasion.

Liquor StoreConveniently located at street level, the Plaza Hotel’s Liquor Store off ers a wide selection of international and regional select wines, micro brew ales, domestic and imported beers and an impressive selection of spirits from around the world. Whether it’s beers for the BBQ, wine for a special dinner or whiskey for a night around the campfi re, our knowledgeable and attentive staff will help you choose the right accompaniment for any occasion.

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Congratulations Kamloops on your historic bicentennial year! Being just 50 years young ourselves, we appreciate your growing city like a great-great grandparent. We look forward to continuing to provide Kamloops and area residents unparalleled recreational pleasure—summer and winter—for many, many years to come.

From our community to yours, enjoy the celebrations!

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Tributes to the PastIt’s often said we can’t understand who we are and where we’re going without studying our past. That’s true for individuals, and it’s true for communities.

The Kamloops region has history going back thousands of years. When fur traders came upon the confluence of the North and South Thompson rivers, they were greeted warmly by First Nations, who sheltered and protected them in those early days. Cultural and economic ties formed then remain strong today.

This year marks the bicentennial of the meeting of First Nations and Europeans in this place we call home. A dedicated group of volun-teers from both sides of the river has organized many events and activities to mark this special milestone in the development of our community.

History lives in oral traditions and on paper, but also endures in the physical reminders of the past. Whether a major heritage structure or a tiny collectible, each provides us with tangible evidence of the way things were “back then.” In hand, such artifacts create bonds with our forebears, emotional attachments that spoken or written words can’t equal.

This special section offers a sampling of some of those relics from the history of Kamloops, helping us to reconnect with those who have come before. — Mel Rothenburger, Editor, The Daily News

The Hudson Bay Company’s Thompson River post (Fort Kamloops) in 1865. One of the earliest photographs of Kamloops, taken about 800 metres west of the present-day Overlanders Bridge. Kamloops Museum

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A History Through Objects1812-2012

Faculty of Arts Celebrates

Kamloops Bicentennial Celebrates

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In the BeginningThis year Kamloops celebrates 200 years of shared history between the early fur traders, the settlers who followed in their footsteps, and the Secwepemc people. In 1812, David Stuart, representing the Pacific Fur Company, established a small trading post on the south bank of the Thompson River.

Shortly after, The Northwest Company established a rival trading post on the north bank of the South Thompson River, close to the site of the former Indian Residential School. The Secwepemc way of life was changed forever by the appearance of the traders, and these small trading posts were the humble beginnings of the mod-ern city of Kamloops.

Stuart and the Pacific Fur Company were part of a large, global trad-ing network. Today, many people think that globalization is a recent development, and they would be right in terms of the volume and extent of global trade.

However, 200 years ago, there already existed a well-established system of international markets and trade networks placed to serve those markets. British and American commercial interests had been involved in this trade for over 30 years.

As a result of this global trade, the Pacific Northwest was to be-come the focal point of an international rivalry that involved Rus-sians, Spaniards, American and British interests. The stakes were the control of the Pacific Northwest and its eventual incorporation into a colonial territory.

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In the end, the British Crown gained control of what is now the province of British Columbia and eventually it became part of Canada.

Stuart’s arrival in “Cumloups” was welcomed by the Secwepemc. They could now trade directly with whites for coveted trade goods, lowering their costs and giving them a measure of control over the trading process.

As more and more traders and settlers arrived in the area that control began to dwindle, but for a number of years, fur traders and Secwepemc lived together in relative peace and understanding.

The original trading posts were not elaborate. They were probably simple log structures built by a small group of men in a short time, designed to securely house valuable trade goods and furs.

Later trading posts became more elaborate. John Tod, Chief Trader in Kamloops from 1842 to 1849, built a new fort on the north shore with palisades, a corner tower and other features that we associate with a traditional western fort. In 1862, Chief Trader Joseph William McKay built the last “fort” on the south shore about half a mile west of the Overlanders Bridge.

This structure was more of a general store than a trad-ing post, indicating the change from a trading post barter economy to a more conventional cash-and-carry model.

The following 200 years have seen enormous changes for all Kamloops residents. The city endured two world wars, the Great Depression and the post-war boom, and has con-tinued to prosper and grow in its own measured fashion.

When one looks around at the rest of the world, this can be seen as no small achievement.

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Edged Cutting Tool / Pre-Contact

Made in similar fashion to projectile points. Tk’emlups Museum

Projectile Points / Pre-Contact

Stone points that served to tip both arrows and spears. Tk’emlups Museum

Woven Basket / 1890s

Handmade by Anne Lolo (pictured above) in the late 1800s. Kamloops Museum

Jean Baptiste Lolo and Family / 1865

The photograph is of Jean Baptiste Lolo, who came to be known locally as “St. Paul,” his wife Anne, and daughters. Lolo was a respected Metis interpreter who mediated between white settlers and native peoples. He died in 1868. Paul Mountain in Kamloops is named after him.

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While Kamloops’ history is 200 years old, the timeline for regional First Nations dates back thousands of years. The city’s

site was important to aboriginal hunters and fishers long before it attracted fur traders, although both groups found the site

for much of the same reasons. The joining of two rivers made Kamloops a natural place for seasonal settlement. “Kamloops,”

in fact, comes from the Secwepemc word “tk’emlups,” which means “meeting of the waters.” Many areas around Kamloops continue to show signs of historic aboriginal use. Depressions in the land’s surface sometimes signify the presence of old pit

houses, and sharp-eyed wanderers still find occasional artifacts, like the stone arrows and cutting tools pictured on these pages.

First Nations

Traditional Drum / Age Unknown

Made from animal skins and wood.

Tk’emlups Museum

Root-digging Stick / Pre-Contact

An important tool used by Shuswap women was the root digging stick. It was used to dig out roots and bulbs

beneath the surface of the ground. Tk’emlups Museum

Birch Baskets / Pre-Contact

Birch bark baskets were used for plant gathering and winter storage. Baskets were stitched

using cedar or spruce root. Tk’emlups Museum

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Known as the “Gentleman Bandit,” Bill Miner owns a unique piece of Kamloops history. An American, Miner came to Canada in 1903, and is thought to have attempted his first B.C. train robbery near Mission in 1904. In 1906, he robbed a train at Monte Creek, known then as Ducks. RCMP Const. William Fernie and four native trackers pursued Miner for five days, catching up with him near Douglas Lake. These leg irons were worn by Miner while he was held in the Kamloops jail. He was convicted at a highly publicized trial in Kamloops and sent to the B.C. Penitentiary. He escaped in 1907 and returned to the U.S.

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Commemorative Coin / 1897

Coin dated 1897 commemorates the first 100 pounds of copper from Coal Hill ores. Kamloops Museum

Hudson’s Bay Co. Storage Box / 1820s

Likely used to store records and documents. Kamloops Museum

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She and her husband have lived all over the world including India, England, the Middle East, Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver and most recently 1 year in New Zealand for a sabbatical. She is extensively travelled and has lectured internationally and nationally in her specialty field of periodontics, dental implants and now laser dental surgery and laser treatment for gum disease. The specialty of Periodontics entails 3 years of surgical and dental implant training at UBC after optaining her degree in general dentistry at McGill University.

After 15 years in practice, Dr. Preety Desai and her husband Dr. Vik Desai, emergency physician, decided to make a huge leap of faith decision and think out of the box! “When you lose friends to cancer, car accidents, it really does make you appreciate that you truly ONLY LIVE ONCE”. They decided to take one year and live, work and travel the southern hemisphere with their two sons. Making a home base in Auckland NZ, they travelled the whole South Pacific including Australia and the south island of NZ. “Seeing Christchurch, where the devastating earthquakes happened in 2011, was an eye opening experience. We just don’t realize how lucky we are living in Kamloops”. She even locumed in Christchurch for a periodontist permanently injured in the quakes, flying back and forth from Auckland as there was no one else as available to help her NZ colleague. “When I lived with, worked with and treated people in Christchurch who just lost their homes, their businesses and their families..... it made my heart so sad! But the way that city and its people came together and emerged from such a devastating situation, so much stronger and with vitality....... made me more home sick for Kamloops than I ever thought possible!” She comments: “Kamloopsians have that special quality of a community that lives in a whole hearted manner. I missed that and the people of my city most over the year we were away.” It was at that point, that it was time to come home. “You know you travel the whole world looking for a change or something better and yet distance does make you appreciate what you had the whole time!”.

I want to wish Kamloops a very happy bicentennial birthday! It truly is the best city in the world - I know - because I have travelled it and know it to be the truth!

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Bill Miner’s Handgun

Taken from the infamous train robber by Const. William Fernie at the time of his

arrest in 1906. The pistol is a .32-calibre Colt semi-automatic. Kamloops Museum

Smith & Wesson pistol / 1900s

Associated to Bill Miner, the pistol is believed to have been owned by Eddy Morgan, one of his gang, whose name is carved into the butt. The pistol was given by Miner to a woman about 1900. It’s said Miner gave her the gun to protect herself while she deliv-ered medicines in the wilds of Oregon. Kamloops Museum

Angus Horne, Trapper / Year Unknown

Angus Horne works his line in the Blue River area.

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If you think or know you have one of the inflammatory conditions listed below, it is important to talk with both your physician and a dental health professional, such as a periodontist, to help reduce your risk of further disease progression. Dental professionals and medical professionals will often work together to manage their patients living with, or at risk for, the following diseases:

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Since periodontal disease has been shown to have a connection with other chronic diseases, you should try to keep your teeth and gums healthy. First, be sure to brush your teeth at least twice each day and floss your teeth at least once each day. Additionally, you should receive a comprehensive periodontal exam each year from your general dentist or your periodontist. Doing so can help ensure that your periodontal health is at its best, which can help keep your entire body healthy.

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Insurance Maps / 1914

Large-scale maps (the book is roughly 60 by 60 centimetres), show city lots and services in 1914. Bill Ramsay

Shoemaker’s Anvil / 1930s

Used to mend and resole footwear. Owned by a

shoemaker in Walachin. Kamloops Museum

Commemorative Pin / 1993

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Compass / 1908

The compass from the SS C.R. Lamb, one of the Interior’s last steam-powered paddlewheelers.

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Queen Victoria stamp / 1897

A Queen Victoria stamp, mailed in Kamloops on Nov. 13, 1897. Darren Tonge

Signal Lamps / 1908

The navigation-signal lamps from the SS C.R. Lamb, the last steamship to run the South Thompson River to Shuswap Lake. Kamloops Museum

Hammer Stone / Pre-Contact

A hand tool, the groove likely provided grip. Kamloops Museum

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Everyone who has lived in Kamloops for more than two decades knows Kami, a much-loved former City mascot who graced pins, T-shirts, key chains, hats and other paraphernalia. He was, in his own fishy way, a Kamloops celebrity, and made public appearances at many events. Kami fell from favour in the 1990s, however, as the City grew to become the Tournament Capital. The pistol-toting Kamloops trout was disarmed, then retired, to live on in the memories — as well as the scrapbooks and basement storage boxes — of city residents.

Kami the Trout

Stuffed Kami / Year Unknown

A rare item, a stuffed toy Kami the Trout. Kamloops Museum

Kami Memorabilia / 1970s and ‘80s

Plates, pins, stickers, hats and key chains all carried Kami’s grinning visage.

Sister Cities? / Year Unknown

Kami, apparently, was also an ambassador, as revealed by

this T-shirt, which proclaims a sister relationship with

Fontana, California. Kamloops Museum

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Kamloops Celebrating 200 Years!BC Transit and the City of Kamloops, are proud to share part of the rich history and the bright future of transit service in our community. Transit has been in Kamloops for many years and officially became the Kamloops Transit System in 1976.

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Porcelain Dish / Year Unknown

A small dish paying tribute to Kamloops’ Rose Garden.

Kamloops Museum

Porcelain Vase & Dish / Year Unknown

Commemorating the Provincial Men’s Home in Kamloops, built in 1895. Kamloops Museum

Summer Fun / 1920

Eddie Maloney (Margaret’s father) swan dives at Riverside Park in the summer of 1920. He was 15 years old. — Margaret Holley

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Log Cabin / 1843

Built as the home of Jean Baptiste Lolo, or “St. Paul,” as he was known. He was Metis — part French and part Iroquois — and came to Kamloops in 1828. He was a valued interpreter for the Hudson’s Bay Company, as well as postmaster and fur brigade leader. Kamloops Museum

Mystery Spear / 1961

Found on TIB lands in 1961, its origins and history remain unknown. Kamloops Museum

Church Bell / 1830s

Found in a church in the Shuswap area. Tk’emlups Museum

Obsidian

Used to make a range of sharp-edged projectile

points and cutting tools. Tk’emlups Museum

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Indian Trade Beads / 1800sFrom the Fort Kamloops area, a type of glass bead used by fur traders to acquire furs from natives. Tk’emlups Museum

HBC Fur Press / Year Unknown

These presses were used to form compact bundles of furs for easier transportation. The bundles weighed about 36 kilograms. Kamloops Museum

Spear Point / Pre-Contact

Made from sinew and bone, and designed to detach from the shaft.

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With Kamloops located at the confluence of two major rivers — both of them salmon thoroughfares — it’s no surprise fishing is in our heritage. As well, Kamloops is surrounded by thousands of lakes, many of them home to wild and stocked populations of fighting rainbow trout, making the region the home to one of the most vibrant sportfishing histories in B.C. Fly-fishing pioneers Bill Nation and Jack Shaw spearheaded development of recreational fisheries.

Gone Fishing

Fish Hook / Pre-Contact

These fish hooks, made before European contact, were made with animal bones.

Tk’emlups Museum

Cottonwood Canoe / Pre-Contact

Cottonwood dug-out canoes were made from a single log.

Once the log was hollowed it was filled with water, and

hot rocks were added to make the water boil. The canoe was

made on the beach of a lake or river, it would never be carried.

Tk’emlups Museum

Birch Bark Canoe / Pre-Contact

Birch bark canoes were stitched together with split cedar roots and sealed with jack pine pitch. The frame was made from willow or saskatoon branches. Tk’emlups Museum

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Old Fishing Flies / 1900s

Classic attractor-type fly patterns from trout fishing’s earliest days. Later generations of local fly tiers refined the art by mimicking stages of insect life instead of creating this style of bright and gaudy wet flies. Kamloops Museum

Kamloops Reserve / 1890sSt. Joseph’s Church is seen in this photograph. Tk’emlups Museum

Three-Prong Fish Spear (Wewstk) / Pre-Contact

The three prong spear was used by First Nations fishermen to spear a variety of freshwater fish. This spear is made with sinew and secured with Jack Pine pitch.Tk’emlups Museum

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Promotional Calendar / 1947

No doubt handed to the dealership’s valued customers. Oldies Antiques, Heffley Creek

Downtown Kamloops / 1912

Victoria Street West, as it appeared in 1912. Heffley Creek Post Office

Promotional Key / 1962

A souvenir “Key to the City” celebrating Kamloops’ 150th birthday.

Promotional Wallet / 1940s

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Glass Lamp / 1920s and ‘30s

Glass lamp with the name of the donor in Chinese characters. Found in a building was on Vic-toria Street. Kamloops Museum

Jardine Bag / 1940s or ‘50s

Starting out as a hardware store in Kamloops in 1944, Jardines became one of Canada’s most respected sporting goods stores in the ‘60s. Ginger Teale

Ship’s Bell / 1941

The bell from HCMS Kamloops, a U-boat hunting corvette that saw

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In 1962, a skier could buy a week of skiing at B.C.’s newest ski hill — all expenses in — for $76. How times have changed. When it opened, Tod Mountain sported the longest double chairlift in North America. The moun-tain, known for its challenging terrain and wild feel, attracted skiers from around the world. Sun Peaks Resort opened at Tod Mountain in 1993, and has turned it into a world-class ski community. The resort is also home to Cana-dian Olympian Nancy Greene Raine. Both she and her husband Al Raine have been instru-mental in Sun Peaks’ growth.

Tod Mtn. / Sun Peaks

Nancy Greene Raine’s Olympic Medals / 1968 Gold and silver, from the Grenoble, France, Winter Olympics. (Below) Nancy

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Ski School / 1962 Wes Stephens and Howard Lamson ran the mountain’s first ski school.

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Ski Bus / 1970s and ‘80s

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Fundraising Cook Book / 1952

Compiled and published by the Ladies Auxiliary, price $1.25. A.L. Smithey

RIH / 1912

The newly built Royal Inland Hospital.

Land Transfer Document / 1911

Detailing the sale of 160 acres of unsurveyed land. Walter Poohachoff

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Royal Inland Hospital, the oldest and largest public hospital in south-central B.C., was first built in 1885, at Lorne Street and Third Avenue. The original two-story wood building had fewer than 12 beds and only one physician. In 1910, a public demand for a larger hospital led to construction at the current site. Prince Arthur, the Duke of Connaught, Governor General of Canada, and seventh son of Queen Victoria, officially opened the 128-bed hospital in September 1912. Growth continued in 1925. By 1947, west and east wings had been added. — www.rihretirees.com

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Blood Pressure Cuff / 1950s

Used in the same way as modern blood-pressure instruments. RIH

Syringe and needle case / 1920s

Marked for use with insulin. With spare parts. RIH

Syringe / Year Unknown

With a protective case. RIH

Survival Guide / 1970s

Military guidelines to help civilians survive attacks in the case of “international war.” Annemarie Innerbichler

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KAMLOOPSBICENTENNIALSaturday, August 25 Riverside Park 10 am - 4 pmSchedule of Events9:00 am - Pancake Breakfast

10:00 am - 1:00 pm - Morning performances

1:00 pm - The arrival of the Mayor’s canoe on Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc land to meet Chief Gottfriedson is broadcast at Riverside Park.

2:00 pm - The Mayor and Chief arrive by canoe at Riverside Park.

2:15 pm - Gift giving, speeches and ceremonial tree planting

3:oo pm - Afternoon performances

ALL DAY: Face painting, food booths, walking tours, artisan displays, historical re-enactors, musical performances and dancers are just some of the festivities taking place in Riverside Park throughout the day. Bring the whole family down to this once-in-200-years event!

For a complete schedule of performances visit www.kamloops.ca/200years or use the QR code.

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Sewing Machine / 1924

Foot-powered sewing machine. Keith Meakins

Priest’s Chasuble / 1900s

Worn by Father Kennedy of Sacred Heart Cathedral. The garment was made in France. Kamloops Museum

Bone Awls / Pre-Contact

Bone awls, used to make holes for stitching clothing. Tk’emlups Museum

Souvenir Plate / Year Unknown

From Waggett’s Style Shop.Kamloops Museum

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Leather Hat Box / 1900s

For protection of delicate men’s top hats. Kamloops Museum

Party Dress / 1920s

A handmade, beaded silk party dress. Origins unknown.

Kamloops Museum

Native Pouch / Year Unknown

Animal skin pouch with claw catch.

Tk’emlups Museum

Headdress / 1890s

Secwepemc headdress, made in the late 1890s or 1900s by the Shuswap Nation. Made from eagle feathers, can-vas and red satin with white, brown and pink bead work. Tk’emlups Museum

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School Scribbler / 1950s

A CCM-sponsored school scribbler, with the stamped name of a long-standing Kamloops bike shop. Arlana Nickel

The Spitfire Knitters / 1940s

These Kamloops women knitted socks for the

Canadian military during the Second World War.

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Flood Pictures / 1948Family snapshots of 1948’s high water in Kamloops. Arlana Nickel

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Kamloops Caricatures / 1920

A Vancouver artist cooked up this sheet spoofing several well-known city residents of the day during a workshop here. Kamloops Museum

Magazine Ad / 1965

A Seagram’s ad, featuring the “Kamloops Kicker,” a unique

drink that called for, among oth-er things, “frozen tears of joy.” www.jbwarehouse.blogspot.ca

The Sentinel / 1948

The May 31, 1948, “Flood Extra” of the Sentinel newspaper. Arlana Nickel

Yardsticks / 1950s

Promotional yardsticks from Kamloops hardware stores. Kamloops Museum

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The railway forms an important part of the history of Kamloops, as it does for all of Canada. Rail companies forged, in part, the character of the city, by linking Kamloops in ways not previous-ly possible. The rail allowed for mass transportation of goods and people and made railway cities, especially those with other land or water routes leading to them, important transportation hubs. As well, rail companies brought workers. Kamloops was camp to thousands of migrant workers, many of them Chinese, as the line was built. Many of those workers stayed on after-wards and made Kamloops their home.

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Railway Signal Lights / 1890s to 1950s

A collection of signal lights carried by rail workers in Kamloops over the years. Kamloops Museum

Canned Water / 1970s

CP Rail provided engineers with canned water for rail trips. Kamloops Museum

Caboose Phone / 1950s

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Winning Medal / 1911

Awarded to the Kamloops Rifle Team following a shooting competition. T. Shimodaira/Kamloops Museum

RAF Leather Boots / 1930s

Service wear. W.W. Falconer/ Kamloops Museum

Air Raid Protection Helmet / 1940s

Provided to ARP marshals. Every sizable B.C. town had ARP staff. Kamloops Museum

Coat of Arms / 1940s

The PCMR was formed in early 1942 to protect B.C.

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Distinguished Flying Cross / 1944

Awarded to John “Moose” Fulton, Wing Commander of the 419 Squadron. Fulton died while flying a mission. Kamloops Museum

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Souvenir Guide / 1968

Detailing the history of the Provincial Bull Sale in Kamloops. Christine Dolson

Bone Awl / Pre-Contact

Used to make holes for stitching clothing. Tk’emlups Museum

Court Documents / 1917

The information, summons, jury list and affidavits of witnesses for the trial of Leo Unwin, who was charged with sedition. He was charged after witnesses heard him say, “England is the worst country to live under.” It’s not known if he was convicted or acquitted. Walter Poohachoff

White Ensign / Second World War

From the HCMS Kamloops, a sub-hunting corvette. Kamloops Museum

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Lock and Key / Year Unknown

From the Kamloops jail.

The Shoulder Strap / 1939

The official publication of the B.C. Provincial Police, which

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Stereoscopic Viewer / 1890s

Used to view specially made images. Kamloops Museum

Promotional Sign / Year Unknown

At its peak, the Kamloops cigar factory produced 4,000 hand-rolled cigars a day. Kamloops Museum

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Crockery Bowl / 1900s

Household crockery bowl with handle. Kamloops Museum

Carpentry Planes / Late 1800s

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Old and New / 1940s

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Taxidermy / 1920s or ‘30s

A stuffed northern shoveller, by Kamloops taxidermist T.S.

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Brass Spitoon / 1890s

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Originally the King Edward VII Tuberculosis Sanatorium, it is now commonly known as Tranquille on the Lake. Tubercu-losis was an epidemic in the late 1800s and early 1900s. The land just outside Kamloops city limits where the Thompson River flows into Kamloops Lake, was purchased in 1905. The tuberculosis hospital began taking patients in 1907. The site is approximately 191 acres and by the 1950s had at least 40 buildings. Tranquille was operated as a tuberculosis sanato-rium until 1958 when it closed. The facility reopened in 1959 as a home for the mentally challenged, and was shut down permanently in 1984. The property is now privately owned.

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Wooden Mixing Bowl, Pestle / 1910

Belonged to Prudence Phillips. The Phillips family owned the

Criterion Bakery. Kamloops Museum

Milk Can / 1940s

Milk can from the Palm Dairies in Kamloops. Lorraine MacKinnon

Postcards / 1950s

Images of the hospital grounds.

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Ship’s Wheel, SS C.R. Lamb / 1908 From one of the region’s last working paddlewheelers. Kamloops Museum

Hand-powered vacuum / Early 1900s

From the days before electricity. A hand-drawn leather bellows provided suction. Kamloops Museum

Mortar and Pestle / Year Unknown

Stone mortar and pestles were common to local First Nations,

and were used to grind berries and roots.

Kamloops Museum

Bob and Bill Coming to Town / 1916

On the back of this photo is written: “Bob and Bill coming to town with wheat about 1916. Taken just east of the present Pleasant Street cemetery.” Patty Klohn

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Strap-on Roller Skates / 1950s

A child’s roller skates, strapped onto the bottom of shoes.

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Old Ice Skates / Year Unknown

Leather long-bladed ice skates. Kamloops Museum

Soap Box Derby / 1950s

Ted Maloney and his soapbox racer. Margaret Holley

Watering Can / 1950s

Granny’s watering can. Lorraine MacKinnon

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Small Decorative Pillow / 1950s

A pincushion-sized pillow imprinted with a painted Kamloops landscape. Christine Dolson

Grocers Grape Basket / 1950s

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In 1885, John Andrew Mara saw the need for steamer transport in Kamloops, to assist in building the rail lines for the Canadian Pacific Railway. He built the Lady Dufferin, Spallumcheen and Peerless steamers. The steamers carried rails, and were also used as floating boarding houses with restaurants for the construction workers. The last steamer added to the hardworking team was Kamloops, which helped in carrying freight and passengers alongside its sister steamers. Ironically, the ships worked tirelessly to expedite the creation of the rail line, which led to their demise. After the line was completed in 1886, the steamers faced serious competition as rail transport was faster and less expensive for passengers. The once irreplaceable ships were doomed to extinction. — www.tourismkamloops.com

Lady Dufferin

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Replica of The Lady Dufferin, which ran from Savona to Kamloops in the late 1800s. It cost $8

a ton to transport goods. Claire Moorhouse

Kamloops Parade / 1950s

Eddie Maloney, chairman of this unidentified celebration in Kamloops, leads a parade through town on a horse owned by Phil Gaglardi. Margaret Holley

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B.C. Sheep Breeders Association / 1920s

An old photograph of the building, a tie to the city’s agricultural, farming and ranching roots. Kamloops Museum

The Beattie Sisters / 1890s

Six sisters, who all worked as teachers in Kamloops from

the late 1880s into the 1900s, and their mother.

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Battle Street House / 1945

The “Ideal” house on Battle Street draped with huge flags — the Stars and Stripes and the Union Jack — to mark the end of the Second World War. Arlana Nickel

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First City Golf Course / 1914

Near the site of the current Kamloops cemetery. Kamloops Museum

Basketball Champions / 1933

Team photograph of City League basketball champions. Arlana Nickel

The Dumbbell Girls / 1935

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Serving Tray / 1910

Given to Kamloops teacher Stuart Wood by grateful pupils and their families. Kamloops Museum

Fortune Family Bible / 1890s

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Kamloops Fire Brigade / 1893

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The City of Kamloops adopted its first ever Heritage Register for Kamloops in 2007. The register is currently comprised of 40 heritage resources, representing a wide variety of Kamloops’s rich history. It is anticipated that additional entries to the Register will be added on a regular basis. Heritage registers are official lists of heritage resources within a community. Registers can include any type of heritage resource from residential buildings, cemeteries and landscapes to monuments and transportation stock. For Kamloops, the Heritage Register includes a combination of residential and civic buildings, commercial properties, cemeteries, train stock and community monuments. These buildings represent a small selection of those in the register.

Still With Us

Old Kamloops Courthouse / 1909

7 Seymour St. West. An imposing structure, the symbol of legal authority in the Interior in the early 1900s.

Stuart Wood School / 1907

245 St. Paul St. One of the city’s earliest surviving schools.

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St. Andrew’s Church / 1887

159 Seymour St. Extensively rebuilt

in recent years, the church is now

used by the City for public hearings.

Old Bank of Commerce / 1904

118 Victoria St. Now home to a restaurant and law offices. It’s noted for its high-quality architecture.

Inland Cigar Factory / 1895

297 First Ave. Valuable connec-tion to the city’s original

business district.

Cenotaph / 1925

Battle Street and Second Avenue. Built to honour the city’s war dead. Fundraising for the memo-rial was started in 1919 by a ladies auxiliary.

The history of Kamloops Airport stretches back to June 1931 when the City of Kamloops leased 19 hectares from B.C. Work on the runway got under way in 1936 and a gravel runway was completed in 1938.

In 1939, the Department of Transport granted money to the City for airport development and the runway was paved. On April 13, 1939, Cyril Jackson, piloting an Aeronca, made the first official landing. Also in August, the airport was designated a port of entry under the Customs Act.

The War Years brought more activity. In April 1942, Gilbert Flying School moved here from Vancouver as all civil flying was cancelled on the coast. The RCAF developed the airport as an alternate for the US Air Transport Command who were ferrying aircraft to USSR. An additional 385 hectares of land was purchased, the runway was rebuilt and a taxiway and apron were added.

In May 1964, the Governor General named the airport Fulton Field in remembrance of Wing Commander John Fulton, a native of Kamloops who was first commanding officer of the 419 (City Of Kamloops) Squadron. The RCAF passed the airport over to the Department of Transport in August 1945, and in 1947 the City of Kamloops leased it back.

There we some famous names among the early airlines to serve Kamloops. In 1950, Canadian Pacific Airlines began daily service with a DC-3 connecting to Williams Lake, Quesnel, Prince George and Vancouver. Russ Baker started Central BC Airways here in 1951 and in the following year he moved the company’s headquarters to Vancouver and changed the name to Pacific Western Airlines.

In 1961, the Department of Transport took over the airport and began an expansion program. In 1967, the first air traffic controllers arrived, working from a car in the early days. More than 29,200 passengers were served that year.

In 1968, the Boeing 737 jet arrived with Pacific Western Airlines taking over service from Canadian Pacific Airlines. In those years, relocation of the airport due to poor visibility during the fall and winter was under active consideration, but no suitable location was found.

A flood threat in 1972 saw staff working around the clock to construct dykes. Riprap was added to the riverbank to prevent erosion in 1984 and 1985. The runway was lengthened to 6,000 feet in 1973 and in the following year, work was also done to expand the air terminal building and maintenance garage. By 1974, 149,027 passengers were served at the airport.

In order to improve reliability, a track-guidance localizer, a middle marker, an outer marker and a non-directional beacon were installed in 1975. In 1977, telecomunications equipment was moved to a separate building. In that year, 235,600 travelers used the airport.

Work on a new air terminal began in earnest in 1984 and was completed in 1985. Kamloops was being served by Air BC, Time Air and Pacific Western Airlines. In 1986 and 1987 the former air terminal building was renovated to serve as an operations building and the south road was reconstructed. A major reconstruction of a portion the main apron also completed. The 1986 opening of the Coquihalla Highway began to have an adverse impact on the number of travelers using the airport and in 1988 the number had dropped to 137,579.

During the 1990s Transport Canada began a program to transfer ownership of small airports to local entities and the Kamloops Airport was transferred to the Kamloops Airport Authority Society. A lease agreement was concluded with Kamloops Airport Ltd. to operate the airport and in August 1997, the airport passed into commercial operation.

— With files from A History of Canadian Airports, by T.M. McGrath

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The Daily News wants to thank the many individuals, businesses and agencies that made this unique 200th-year celebration of Kamloops’ history possible. From individual citizens who scoured attics and basements for bits of memorabilia to the hard work of the city’s museums to local businesses that supported the effort financially, this guide is made possible through their generous efforts.

Kamloops Museum curator Dennis Oomen and general manager Elizabeth Duckworth helped tremendously by digging through the museum’s photographic archives and storage rooms to find unique bits of city history. Many of the items pictured here are not yet on public display.

Similarly, Dan Saul, the manager of the Tk’emlups Museum, proved instrumental in the identification of many important First Nations artifacts.

Erin Toews at Royal Inland Hospital provided the photographs of the early medical artifacts. Anne Haight at Sun Peaks Resort facilitated access to the resort’s collection of skiing artifacts.

The Daily News also wants to thank all the individuals who contributed photographs or actual artifacts to the project. The story of Kamloops is made more complete through the collective cooperation of its citizens.

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We are proud to say that both the company and the employees are major contributors to the Thompson, Nicola, Cariboo - United Way, BC Children’s Hospital Foundation, Royal Inland

Hospital Foundation and other institutions for many years.

Highland Valley Copper’s employees recognize that these organizations provide critical services to our communities. We have been recognized by the local United Way as the “Largest Corporate” and “Largest Employee” contributors for 23 consecutive years.

HVC has an active environmental program covering research and development, waste management, environmental monitoring and reclamation. Land reclamation is carried out on areas of the property where no further activities are planned.

Over 7,000 hectares of land have been disturbed by mining activity. By the end of 2011, approximately 2,400 hectares had been revegetated. Restoration towards productive end land uses is an important aspect of the mining operation.

Highland Valley Copper, one of the largest copper-mining operations in the world will continue to be an intricate part of the community for years to come.

Highland Valley Copper first formed in 1986 when Cominco combined its assets in the valley with the assets of Lornex Mining Corporation. In 1988 Highmont Mining Company joined the partnership. In July 2002, Cominco merged with Teck Corporation to form Teck Cominco. By 2004, Teck Cominco had acquired 95% intrest in the mine. In 2008 Teck Cominco changed its name to Teck. Highland Valley Copper is currently a partnership of Teck (95%) and Highmont Mining Company (5%). Highmont Mining has Teck as a 50% shareholder effectively giving Teck a 97.5% interest in Highland Valley Copper.

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For the past 26 years Highland Valley Copper has played a major role in the local economy and over half of our 1,250 employees reside in Kamloops. At Highland Valley Copper, we consider people, the environment and our communities of interest in every decision we make. We are passionate about social engagement, safety and community development in the places where we live and work. Safety is a core value of our company and our vision is “Everyone Going Home Safe and Healthy Every Day.”

How do we contribute to the Local economy?• Wages and benefits for the last year

totaled $196 million. The spin-off benefit from that money goes towards local services, stores and businesses. It is estimated that for every job in mining, 1.7 other jobs are created.

• If you add up the total numbers for the past 26 years, it works out to well over$1 billion dollars in wages paid into the local economy.

• In addition, in 2011, the mine purchased another $116 million in goods and

services provided from 492 local vendors.

We are committed to community investment; in 2011 we provided funding in excess of $406,000 to local charitable organizations and education. Through our Teck Community Partnership Initiative an additional $400,000 was contributed to non-profit organizations and other initiatives that strengthen our communities.

We are proud to say that both the company and the employees are major contributors to the Thompson, Nicola, Cariboo - United Way, BC Children’s Hospital Foundation, Royal Inland

Hospital Foundation and other institutions for many years.

Highland Valley Copper’s employees recognize that these organizations provide critical services to our communities. We have been recognized by the local United Way as the “Largest Corporate” and “Largest Employee” contributors for 23 consecutive years.

HVC has an active environmental program covering research and development, waste management, environmental monitoring and reclamation. Land reclamation is carried out on areas of the property where no further activities are planned.

Over 7,000 hectares of land have been disturbed by mining activity. By the end of 2011, approximately 2,400 hectares had been revegetated. Restoration towards productive end land uses is an important aspect of the mining operation.

Highland Valley Copper, one of the largest copper-mining operations in the world will continue to be an intricate part of the community for years to come.

Highland Valley Copper first formed in 1986 when Cominco combined its assets in the valley with the assets of Lornex Mining Corporation. In 1988 Highmont Mining Company joined the partnership. In July 2002, Cominco merged with Teck Corporation to form Teck Cominco. By 2004, Teck Cominco had acquired 95% intrest in the mine. In 2008 Teck Cominco changed its name to Teck. Highland Valley Copper is currently a partnership of Teck (95%) and Highmont Mining Company (5%). Highmont Mining has Teck as a 50% shareholder effectively giving Teck a 97.5% interest in Highland Valley Copper.

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Building Together.Since 1970, Lafarge’s Kamloops plant has been committed to being a good neighbour,

serving as a positive force in the community and running a high-performance operation.

From building and donating the Lafarge Bridge, which opened up the North side of the South

Thompson River for development, to enhancing parks and supporting education, Lafarge

takes pride in supporting the community. Cement is a building block of society. Lafarge’s

products have helped build Kamloops, from sidewalk to schools, roads and hospitals. 200

years and counting - congratulations Kamloops!

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Proud to be a Part of Kamloops Rich History Kamloops’ Grand Dame, Th e Plaza Hotel, is proudly

reopening after an 8-month multi-million dollar renovation which has added style and modern

conveniences throughout the hotel while preserving its treasured heritage charm.

Th e Plaza Hotel off ers stylish, newly-renovated boutique accommodations in the heart of downtown Kamloops. It’s a step back into the rich history of Kamloops but off ering a full range of modern conveniences and comfort.

Centrally located, guests are just steps away from the City’s shops and restaurants with easy access to the Interior Savings Centre, casino, art galleries, museum, library, theatre, and Kamloops’ outdoor attractions like Riverside Park and Exhibition Park.

RestaurantTh e newly-renovated Fireside Steakhouse & Bar at the Plaza Hotel will be proudly off ering a full range of locally-raised Black Angus steaks and other selections in relaxed, heritage surroundings perfect for any occasion.

Liquor StoreConveniently located at street level, the Plaza Hotel’s Liquor Store off ers a wide selection of international and regional select wines, micro brew ales, domestic and imported beers and an impressive selection of spirits from around the world. Whether it’s beers for the BBQ, wine for a special dinner or whiskey for a night around the campfi re, our knowledgeable and attentive staff will help you choose the right accompaniment for any occasion.

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