History (Local)

Question 70551 asked on 2010-03-04 08:23:46

how long has cocaine been around for?

Question 70575 asked on 2010-03-04 17:08:11

I am not sure if you can look an address up for me and if you can, could you please look up 614 - 6th Ave. W., Calgary for the years of 1953, 1954 & 1955. I am interested in who lived there and if at all possible, their occupation. thanks in advance for your time. [name deleted]

Question 70684 asked on 2010-03-06 16:21:44

I am not sure if small communities had directories or where I would access them so I am asking you. I was wondering about the community of Gleichen, Alberta and the Van family in particular from the years 1950 to 1953. The head of the household may be named Fred/Suple, one is his christian name the other is his nickname.I am not sure if you can help yet it never hurts to ask. Thanks a bunch,

Question 70967 asked on 2010-03-10 18:05:30

I am looking for a book called, "Chief Smallboy: In Pursuit of Freedom" by Gary Botting. It looks like you may have a copy of it in your library. I don't have a RDC library card but have a Public Library card. Is it possible for me to borrow this book and if so, how?

Question 71115 asked on 2010-03-14 13:00:14

We are trying to trace the address of my parents in law during 1948 -1953. They lived on the banks of the Bow river, Calgary. We think that the lots were offered to ex-service men. Do you keep telephone directories from this time or city directories. His name was [name deleted]. Regards, (personal information deleted)

Question 71193 asked on 2010-03-16 14:05:14

I am trying to find out who owned/occupied 516-8th Avenue S.W. (the old Calgary Prophetic bible Institute building)between 1952 and 1970. Any information you can share (maybe from city directories)would be much appreciated. [name deleted]

Question 71382 asked on 2010-03-20 16:02:20

Is there a digital index for the Calgary Daily Herald? I'm looking for information from about 1910-1912. Thank you for any help you can give me. (personal information deleted)

Question 71399 asked on 2010-03-21 09:34:02

good day,iam currently a resident on the old greisbach base, i have heard many stories about the place, i was curious as to when the land was developed ( and age of current standing buildings) i have heard it was built in the early 1940's i live in one of the sets of townhouses and construction seems to be a little older than other places i have lived, iam just looking for some background history on the neighborhood , if you could help would be much appreciated , thank you.......(name removed).

Question 71503 asked on 2010-03-23 19:45:25

I am asking a strange questions in regards to a former house I used to live in. How can I find out the history around the house and/or area for the address (personal information deleted). Recently, I have been told by the new residence that they say there is paranormal activity occuring there and I have just found out that there may have been some activity when I was a child living there in the 70's and 80's. Thank you

Question 71627 asked on 2010-03-26 14:56:30

Hello > I am currently the owner of 110 31 Avenue NE in Calgary. As this is > the 100 anniversary of the house, I am wondering if you can provide > any information on this address. I would really like to get a copy of > the building permit and a picture if this is possible. Any information > that you could provide would be appreciated! If you cannot provide > this information, could you point me to the correct government agency > that maybe able to help?? > Thank you! > > (name deleted)

Question 71808 asked on 2010-03-31 09:53:32

I was researching the Author, Louise Riley. According to the information from the Glenbow archives she wrote tow children's books, Mystery Horse - 1950 and Train for Tiger 1954. I have a copy of a book she wrote in 1960 called A Spell at Scoggins Crossing. No mention is make of this book, would it have been published originally as Tiger's Train, or is it a new story that somehow missed being mention? Thanks (name deleted)

Question 71841 asked on 2010-04-01 11:32:59

Does the Calgary LIbrary have "City Directories" -not Phone Books for 1940 to 1952? If so where are they housed? (personal information deleted)

Question 71864 asked on 2010-04-02 11:21:43

I am an alumni of the U of A and I visited the education building the other day. I wanted to stop by and see the photos from my graduating Bachelor of Education class of 2006, but I could not find the photos. In the downstairs hallway the numbering of the years is 2004, 2005, 2007! What happened to the photos from the class of 2006?

Question 72441 asked on 2010-04-19 21:25:32

Hi there I am looking for a book called Rosebud book (or similar) that discusses Trail of the Buffalo. Talks about Blackfoot Crossing (Kneehill Creek), Elliott Ranch, Stopping House near Carbon etc. If you know of the proper book title and where I could get a copy I would appreciate hearing from you. Regards (name deleted)

Question 72472 asked on 2010-04-20 16:27:21

I am looking for the history of Newbrook, Alberta. My main question is how did it get it's name, and who founded it? There is nothing that I can find on the web, and there are no published books that I can find. I am totally stumped, so I am sending out information requests to every website I think might possibly be able to help me. Thank you so much for your time.

Question 72504 asked on 2010-04-21 11:27:20

I have a book by Louise Riley written in 1960 called 'A Spell at Scoggin's Crossing. I cannot find this listed on her web site, was the book re-printed under another name? [name deleted]

Question 72667 asked on 2010-04-26 21:01:45

I am looking for information on my schoolmate who was murdered by his mother in early 1966 in the Petrolia district of Edmonton. He went by Bill Parker, but his first name may have been James and would have been 11 or 12 years old at that time. I can't seem to find any information. Can you help or direct me to an organization who could? Thanks.

Question 72726 asked on 2010-04-28 09:02:32

Does the Calgary central library have current or historical Henderson or Polk Directories for High River? Thank you, Carl

Question 72742 asked on 2010-04-28 15:25:53

I would like to get a copy of the Edmonton street directory page showing 8101 118th ave. and 8105 118th ave. for the year 1962. They would likely be on the same page. I have seen the Peels directory and these addresses were there in 1952 but that is the last year available online. In 1952 8101 118th ave. was Parkdale Pharmacy and 8105 118th ave. was Club 3 Cafe. 8105 118th ave. is not there now and I need to get this information so I can get the legal description for an historical title search. If there is a fee to provide this information, please email an invoice and I will send a check. (name removed)

Question 72823 asked on 2010-05-01 19:52:50

Hello I have a question. My family used to live in Edmonton and I was trying to find what address we lived at. We may be in the 1971 phonebook. Do you have a 1971 white pages phonebook by chance? My family name is Jandera. Thanks very much. (name removed)

Question 72859 asked on 2010-05-03 10:06:57

Dear AAQ, Would you please check the local history(ies) for Holden, AB for the surname Shihinski. If there's any information about that family, would you please cite the page numbers, and advise whether you can scan them and send them to me in .pdf format. Thanks!

Question 73291 asked on 2010-05-16 22:43:02

Who was Ardell Close in Red Deer named after? Are they still living?

Question 73308 asked on 2010-05-17 11:29:13

We are looking to find contact information for the Magrath Mansion in Edmonton. We have been told that it is available for wedding receptions and photography and we really want to get a hold of them. Is there anyone there who may have contact information for the owners? Thanks in advance, (name and contact info removed)

Question 73444 asked on 2010-05-20 22:34:00

Hello Can you send me everything you have on Joseph Ardell and family? Or can you direct me to a book, etc in which I could look up information? We live on Ardell Close and want information for our block newsletter. Thank you.

Question 73525 asked on 2010-05-24 15:08:08

Good Afternoon, I've got a piece of furniture and all I know about it is that it was rescued from the North Saskatchewan River in the flood of 1915. It was sold to us in the 60's by the family who rescued it. We don't know if they were the original owners or 'found' it in the river. (The original owners are no longer alive). We were told it was a gun cabinet however when we bought it shelves were put into it for use as a china cabinet. I have searched everywhere (library/archives, etc)in an attempt to find the history on this cabinet and can't locate anything. Any idea where to turn? Any help you can offer would be greatly appreciated. Thank you (name removed)

Question 73745 asked on 2010-06-01 08:43:49

Do know how many currently existing Calgary houses were built before 1904? Thank you [name deleted]

Question 73787 asked on 2010-06-02 14:18:18

Do you have copies of the Saskatoon Star Phoenix and the Regina Leader Post from the 1930s? Thanks -Brian

Question 74251 asked on 2010-06-18 21:59:14

I know that at the very end of May or start of June 1923 a performer called "Ziska" appeared at the Pantages theatre in Edmonton Canada. I would very much like to know if the local press mentions his nationality or gives any indication of what act he did (e.g. "French musician") because I think he was working under an assumed name while in Canada.

Question 74368 asked on 2010-06-22 16:33:58

I would like to speak to someone about giving an information package about the Edmonton Transit Historical Tours that are happening in July - August 2010 that promote Edmonoton's history. My name is (name removed) and I work for the City of Edmonton. Thanks!

Question 74733 asked on 2010-07-04 14:28:59

Hello, I am wondering if there is a recommended book on growing up in Calgary or the history of Calgary. My brother in law is turning 50 at the end of August. He grew up in Calgary and, if possible, I would like to give him a book about where it all began for him for his birthday. I would be grateful for any suggestions you may be able to make. Thank you. (name deleted)

Question 74759 asked on 2010-07-05 09:26:34

I am looking for biographical information about Hugh Bennett (1917-1999) I know that he lived farmed in the Saddle Ridge area of Calgary and that a park is named after him. He was a horseman and a poet. One of his poems was "Prairie Legend".

Question 74817 asked on 2010-07-06 16:18:01

Who was William A. Switzer?

Question 75134 asked on 2010-07-14 14:10:54

Do you have reference materials still available that show individuals residing in Calgary up to years 1980 and their addresses ?

Question 75421 asked on 2010-07-22 06:41:31

The Winnipeg publication Polonia Voice made reference in July 1990 to a publication called "Polish Bulletin , Calgary". Do you have the Polish Bulletin (from the time period 1988 to 1990 at your library)? Regards (name deleted) Foster, Quebec

Question 75658 asked on 2010-07-29 09:28:41

i am looking for a copy of Sarah Carter Controlling Indian MOvement by NeWest Review May 1985

Question 75668 asked on 2010-07-29 13:22:26

Where can I find archives from the early 1980's of the Calgary Sun?

Question 75752 asked on 2010-08-02 15:54:35

Do you have any archive photos of the area from 29st sw to 45 th st sw Between Bow Trail and 17 ave sw in the years 1950 to 1970 ?

Question 75753 asked on 2010-08-02 17:11:40

I am searching for information on a man named "Peter Hertzel". Searches that I have done have indicated that he is mentioned in the book "Prairie Rose Country" by Spondin and Area History Book Society. I am unable to obtain this book on inter-library loan. Would it be possible to have you verify that he or any Hertzels are mentioned in this book? I know he had a brother named Michael who died in approximately 1925. Peter died in 1916. I will be looking forward to your response. Eugenie Lang

Question 75767 asked on 2010-08-03 09:54:05

Was the Vera Bracken Library in Medicine Hat named after a lady who emigrated from Scotland?

Question 75769 asked on 2010-08-03 10:21:28

Your reply to my question: " If you have a specific building or address in mind we may be able to find further information for you." My original question that wasn't realy answered. Do you have any archive photos of the area from 29st sw to 45 th st sw Between Bow Trail and 17 ave sw in the years 1950 to 1970 ? How much more specific could have gotten ? (personal information deleted)

Question 75950 asked on 2010-08-10 04:56:37

I work for a newspaper that covers the area around Bannockburn in Scotland and I am currently writing an article about the replica Robert the Bruce statue that stands outside the Alberta College of Art and Design in Calgary. I know the work was commissioned by oil tycoon Eric Lafferty Harvie but I am trying to get more detail about the circumstances surrounding how he came to know about the statue in Scotland, why he decided to copy it, and why that particular site was chosen, also when this happened. The college suggested I contact you. I would be grateful for any information you may be able to supply. Regards (personal information deleted)

Question 75982 asked on 2010-08-11 17:51:51

Is there a city directory for Calgary during the period 1910-1916. My grandfather operated a store called "Farrow's Grocery" or "J. W. Farrow Grocery" sometime during that period. I am interested in finding out the address of the store. Thank you for any help you can provide. [name deleted]

Question 76024 asked on 2010-08-13 15:21:57

I CAN'T REMEMBER OUR RESIDENSAL ADDRESS IN CALGARY DURING THE PERIOD OF 1961 TO 1964 .. IT WAS IN FOREST LAWN .. SOMEWHERE BETWWEN 38 ST & 43 ST . THE NAME WAS [name deleted]. can you get me that address and phone number .. and email it to me .. [email address deleted]

Question 76056 asked on 2010-08-16 17:24:42

My name is Judy Phelps; I am a newsletter editor for the Abbotsford Genealogical Society in Abbotsford, BC. For our newsletter, one of our members wrote a story about her World War II ancestors and stated that their names are on the "Lethbridge Wall of Honour". I was google searching this topic to find out more information but could not find much. Would you please tell me a little about the wall (location, inside or outside, is this a cenotaph, etc). Secondly, would there be anyone whom I could contact to inquire about getting a picture of the wall showing the names, particularly the part with the ancestors. Thank you for your help.

Question 76070 asked on 2010-08-17 11:30:36

Good Afternoon, I'm looking for information on historical mining activities in or around the Calgary area in the early 1900's. Particularly in relation to possible construction activities of a sewer tunnel under the Bow River at around 15th Street. Any reference information regarding mining activies or the original 15th Street Siphon Tunnel that you might have would be greatly appreciated.

Question 76091 asked on 2010-08-18 08:03:17

Hi, I was wondering if you carry past yearbooks for calgary schools?

Question 76093 asked on 2010-08-18 11:21:56

Why dont you have a site or available information for all past to present chiefs with pictures and years they were chiefs starting when the treaty was signed in 1821 for the first nations communitys in your area. Shouldnt you know that infor to represent a first nation????

Question 76108 asked on 2010-08-19 09:39:43

I was wondering if there is a book that has a list of service men from 147 battalion (wwi) and the 187 battalion from (ww1) [name deleted]

Question 76114 asked on 2010-08-19 12:17:46

Hello I am looking for historical busniess directories for Calgary. In the past we have gone to the central library to obtain them. We are coming from Vancouver so I just want to make sure you still have them housed there. Also do you provide a copying service? Thank-you

Question 76193 asked on 2010-08-23 15:59:40

I wish to search for an obit in the Calgary Herald in 1919. I understand that the newspaper images are on-line. Can you please provide me with the url at which I can search the newspaper? Thank you, [edit].

Question 76222 asked on 2010-08-24 20:39:44

I'm researching for a book on the 1979 movie, Caligula. I'd like to look at Calgary Newspapers on Microfilm beginning on Oct 9 1981 and for about four weeks afterwards. What Calgary newspapers were around in 1981? Can I get these microfilms on interlibrary loan to Woodstock Ontario? Thanks, (personal information deleted).