Historic Post Cards

Interior view of Timm's Grocery (2414, 4th Street SW) c.1900

Moving Samuel Steele's House from 1st St & 17th Ave to its present location at 219, 17th Ave SW. The house, built in 1895, is now the Rebublik Nightclub. c.1930

The Sherman Roller Rink Fire, February 25th, 1915. Originally located on the corner of 17th Ave SW and Centre Street, the rink was a popular spot for sports, including roller-skating and ice hockey. Some notables include Charles Rouleau Jr., son of Charles Rouleau, one of the more influential residents of the District.

Ambulance in front of the McNabb wing of the Holy Cross Hospital. The Hospital originated in 1892, expanded in 1928 and again in 1950. None of the original Hospital remains; the McNabb wing is the oldest surviving portion. c.1947

Notre Dame de la Paix viewed from the west, with priests standing by in the gardens. The original Cathedral was built in 1884 and then rebuilt in 1955 as St. Mary's Cathedral. c.1910

Boarding the Train at the Mission CNR Station. Originally built in 1905 as a Parish Hall for St. Mary's Cathedral, the building lives on as the Nat Christie Center, home of Alberta Ballet. c.1915

The first Roman Catholic Mission in Calgary. The man on the left is believed to be Father Lacombe, founder of the Mission.1883

J.J. McHugh and friends enjoying a picnic on the banks of Elbow River. Mr. McHugh lived on 18th Ave. SW, in a home now called Elizabeth House. 1911

 

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