St. Thomas Times-Journal Progress Edition - February 1982
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- St. Thomas Times-Journal fonds
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- graphic material
- textual records
- Date Range
- 1963-1982
- Accession Number
- 2008-01
- Storage Location
- R4 S6 Sh5 B2 F27
- Museum / Archive
- Elgin County Archives
- Part Of
- St. Thomas Times-Journal fonds
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- St. Thomas Times-Journal
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- Item
- Accession Number
- 2008-01
- Storage Room
- Archives Storage Rm. 107
- Storage Location
- R4 S6 Sh5 B2 F27
- GMD
- graphic material
- textual records
- Date Range
- 1963-1982
- Physical Description
- 1 photograph : b&w ; 18.2 x 24.5 cm
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- 1 photograph : b&w ; 12.8 x 18 cm
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- 1 photograph : b&w ; 14.9 x 19.1 cm
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- 1 photograph : b&w ; 19 x 13.5 cm
- 1 photograph : b&w ; 16.1 x 23.4 cm
- 1 photograph : b&w ; 14.7 x 23.5 cm
- 1 photograph : b&w ; 12.7 x 18 cm
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- 1 photograph : b&w ; 11 x 13.5 cm
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- 1 photograph : b&w ; 8.8 x 13.5 cm
- 1 photograph : b&w ; 12.5 x 18 cm
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- 1 photograph : b&w ; 17.5 x 8.7 cm
- 1 photograph : b&w ; 13.8 x 13.5 cm
- 1 photograph : b&w ; 15.5 x 18 cm
- 1 photograph : b&w ; 10.8 x 13.5 cm
- 1 photograph : b&w ; 19.3 x 24.1 cm
- 28 p. textual records
- Scope and Content
- One black and white photograph used in St. Thomas Times-Journal article published April 16, 1963, and used again on February 27, 1982, with caption:
- "Longstanding business - The present Erie Iron Works, 99 Edward Street, is a direct descendent of the Erie Iron Company formed as a joint stock company in 1883 by William Risdon. The firm began at the northwest corner of Curtis and St. Catherine[;] in 1906, it moved to the White Bronze Co. buildings at the west end of Talbot Street. From the beginning, the firm made several types of agricultural implements. Its main product today is wheelbarrows." (27a)
- One black and white photograph of Mrs. Patrick Fox used in St. Thomas Times-Journal article published July 20, 1967, and used again on February 27, 1982. (27b)
- One black and white photograph used in St. Thomas Times-Journal article published October 21, 1969, and used again on February 27, 1982, with caption:
- "Now Clevite - Back in 1969 when this photo was taken, Gould Manufacturing of Canada Ltd. was Clevite Canada Ltd. But then Clevite became Gould and then Clevite again. Looking over the architectural drawings for the new 40,000-square-foot expansion in the above photo are: Industrial Commissioner W. Shine Palmer, Mayor E.O. Fanjoy, Leon J. Wilson, vice-president and general manager of Clevite, and J. Fred Green, architect. The two automotive parts plants in the city manufacture powdered metal and elastomer products." (27c)
- One black and white photograph used in St. Thomas Times-Journal article published ca. 1970, with caption:
- "Jungle Jim[...] eat your heart out! - With a week's holiday from school, 55 youngsters, 5-8 years of age, have found a haven of activities at the YWCA's Camp Chinook. Arn Tyson, 7, swings from a rope in the gym. The week also includes crafts, games, and outings." (27d)
- One black and white photograph used in St. Thomas Times-Journal article published June 5, 1974, with caption:
- "Buckets up - All eyes were fixed on the four-yard bucked of this Michigan 125-B tractor during an equipment demonstration, Tuesday, at the St. Thomas plant of Clark Equipment of Canada Ltd. The demonstration was attended by about 100 of Clark's distributors and customers from across Canada. The onlookers enjoyed the shade of the tent for the demonstrations which followed a buffet luncheon and a tour of the plant in the morning."
- Later used again on February 27, 1982, with caption:
- "Earlier demonstration - All eyes were on this huge tractor during an equipment demonstration by Clark Equipment in the mid-70s. The event attracted many Clark distributors and customers from across Canada. Today, the industry suffers from an inactive housing industry which is its main market." (27e)
- One black and white photograph used in St. Thomas Times-Journal article published July 18, 1974, with caption:
- "Tracks replaced - As of tomorrow, there will be two, instead of three tracks to cross at the Elm Street crossing. Work crews were replacing the C.&O., B.&O. track, and one of the CN tracks this morning, and removing the centre track. Traffic on Elm Street, between Parkside Drive and Wilson Avenue, will resume tomorrow, as usual." (27f)
- One black and white photograph used in St. Thomas Times-Journal article published November 17, 1978, with caption:
- "New Conrail diesels - Above are 44 new diesel locomotives recently delivered to Consolidated Rail Corporation as a part of the 215-locomotive, $113 million order the railroad placed earlier this year. When delivery of the new units is completed this year, Conrail will have more than 4,500 diesel locomotives in its locomotive fleet, nearly 400 of which will have been acquired new since Conrail began operations April 1, 1976." (27g)
- One black and white photograph used in St. Thomas Times-Journal article published December 28, 1978, with caption:
- "What's your racquet? - A popular winter sport at the YMCA is racquet ball demonstrated here by Walter Georgijev. The object of the game, which is played by two players at a time, is to alternatively return the ball off the board within the specified boundaries. In January, the annual pyramid tournament will be set up." (27h)
- One black and white photograph used in St. Thomas Times-Journal article published June 6, 1980, with caption:
- "Complete training period - Jeff Gosse (left), 18, of 16 Montcalm Street, and Ted Fonville (right), 18, of 18 Tecumseh Street, were presented certificates from Don Milroy, Division Manager of Weatherhead Division of Hayes-Dana, Inc., for participation in the company's co-op education program. Both are Grade 12 students at Arthur Voaden Secondary School, and worked in the tool room at Weatherhead. The Industrial Co-op Education Program was established by the Elgin County Board of Education so that some county youths may have the opportunity to apply skills they have learned at school in an actual job situation. The training period at Weatherhead was 320 hours, made up of four hours per day for 16 weeks. when successfully completed, the students earn two credits toward their high school diploma."
- "Co-op program - Don Milroy, centre, division manager of Weatherhead Division of Hayes-Dana Inc. presents certificates to two city high school students after they completed the Industrual Co-op Education Program established by the Elgin County Board of Education. Weatherhead and various other city industries provide youth the opportunity to learn on-the-job skills." (27i)
- One black and white photograph used in St. Thomas Times-Journal article published September 14, 1981, with caption:
- "It looks fine to me, Bill - Ron Lackey, first vice-president of the Elgin Plowman's Association, makes adjustments on the plow being pulled by Yarmouth Township Councillor Bill Martyn, one of 30 competitors in the warden, mayor and municipal councillor class."
- "Annual event - Ron Lackey, 1982 first vice-president of the Elgin Plowman's Association, makes some adjustments on the plow being pulled by Yarmouth Township Councillor Bill Mart[y]n, one of 30 competitors in the warden, mayor and municipal councillor class at the annual Elgin County Plowing match." (27j)
- One black and white photograph used in St. Thomas Times-Journal article published February 27, 1982, with caption:
- "Downtown St. Thomas circa 1975 - This aerial photo, circa 1975, shows the heart of downtown St. Thomas plus the northwest section of the city. Last year St. Thomas celebrated its 100th anniversary with numerous gala events and activities from January right through until December." (27k)
- "Enjoying a day at the Elgin Mall." (27l)
- "Labour centre - The Labour Centre in St. Thomas not only serves labo[u]r but it also serves the community in a variety of ways, offering community groups various services and a place to meet and socialize. As economic conditions worsen, the labo[u]r council, which is based here, plans to become more involved in community affairs. Above, Verne Warren, president of the St. Thomas and District Labour Council stands outside the centre on Princess Avenue." (27m)
- "Taking a break - Maria Cownsell takes time out for some knitting during coffee hour at the Alma College satellite senior citizens home. Forecasts for Elgin County indicate more beds will be needed in the years ahead and more services for the elderly to prevent Golden Years from becoming grey years." (27n)
- "Helpers handy - Residential counsellors like Julian Calleja, right, are always on hand to help out residents at the START Centre or just to talk with them. Above, Mr. Calleja talks with resident David Kowal, left." (27o)
- "Clinic co-ordinator - Public health nurse Elaine Bratt checks the contents of a pill bottle in the examination room at the special treatment clinic of the Elgin-St. Thomas Health Unit on Elm Street. Mrs. Bratt is the co-ordinator of the clinic." (27p)
- "Alma library - Grade 12 student, Carolyn Kelly browses through the pocketbook section in the Alma College library. The colleged was formed more than 100 years ago and has been a private school for girls ever since. Although times may change, the school's basic philosophy of a good, disciplined education has remained." (27q)
- "Plan for future - Louis Vandermark of the Ontario Motor League in St. Thomas stands outside the OML's office located on Talbot Street near Fairview. Mr. Vandermark says that although economic times are tough, the OML is expanding now for the future and has confidence St. Thomas has the ability to rebound back to prosperity." (27r)
- "Third year - For the third year in a row, Robert Chamberlain made the American Automobile Association Apex Club honor roll. Mr. Chamberlain who is sales manager at the Ontario Motor League in St. Thomas receives his commemorative pin from club governor, Ed Luft." (27s)
- "Creates jobs - Don Smith, an employee at Gorman-Rupp, oversees the computer-controlled machining operation centre at the Burwell Road plant. Rather than take away jobs, the machine created two new ones which were filled and allowed the staff to upgrade their skills. The machine will allow the city plant to be much more competitive and represents a foundation for future sales. The plant will be better able to meet changing markets with the machine. "(27t)
- "Once Railway City - St. Thomas became known as the Railway City about a century ago when the coming of major rail lines prompted its growth as a city. Today the industrial sector is still servicced by rail facilities as pictured here in the Conrail yards, but the railways have a far smaller impact on the city today. St. Thomas is currently called The Flower City." (27u)
- "Relic of the past - The historic Canada Southern Railway Station, built in 1872 but now owned by Con[r]ail was a busy place especially prior to the Second World War. Now that passenger service has ended in St. Thomas, the station is empty, a museum piece marking the change in transportation trends over the past century. Conrail still uses parts of the historic building." (27v)
- "Special beauty - St. Anne's church is one of the many churches in the city that offer a special beauty all their own." (27w)
- "Looking ahead - What's ahead for St. Thomas as the city enters its second century? Local actress Marilyn Myatt reprises her Elgin Theatre Guild role of medium Madame Arocati in 1981 production of Noel Coward's Blithe Spirit to take a peek in her crystal ball." (27x)
- "Airport key - Mayor Doug Tarry says he is convinced that the plan to extend the St. Thomas municipal airport runways to accommodate industrial jets is the key to helping the city along the road to future prosperity. The mayor admits that the plan is not popular because it involves such a huge financial outlay for the municipality and so is therefore unpopular with both some fellow council members and some taxpayers. However, he says he will continue to pursue the issue as a cornerstone to his industrial and economic strategy." (27y)
- "Surveys crop - An East Elgin farmer surveys his corn crop as a sprinkler system substitutes for rain. Despite high interest rates and increased difficulties for farmers, the outlook for farming is generally favorable although caution and a realistic approach to rural business will be important guidelines for the successful farmer." (27z)
- "Forecast fewer students - The Ontario Ministry of Education forecasts fewer students in school by the end of the decade but separate schools may not experience the same declien as public schools because immigration is expected to benefit separate schools. Above, students from W.S. Morrison Catholic School walk down a pathway beside the school on a cold windy day." (27a2)
- "Former school - This front view of the Elgin County Board of Education administrative offices on Sunset Drive shows the original structure, built in 1942, which served as Yarmouth Township School No. 17. The current offices are undergoing extensive renovations." (27b2)
- "Important industry - When one thinks of industries, many forget one of the most importatn in the county and world today - farming. If it weren't for farms producing food, plant workers would have a tough time getting through the day. And farming is one of Elgin's key industries." (27c2)
- "Came during 1960s - Early in the 1960s, the city annexed 1,700 acres of land from the Yarmouth Township which included Locke's, Yarmouth Heights and the east side of what is now Sunset Drive to the present site of Parkside Collegiate Institute. This provided St. Thomas with the needed industrial acreage for the next 20 years. One of the industries that located here during that decade included Consolidated-Bathurst Packaging Limited, Container Division, 1155 Talbot Street. The division manufactures and sells corrugated board shipping containers, wooden boxes and allied products." (27d2)
- "Prosperous past - Canron Ltd., has built its reputation the past few decades on its manufacture of freight train brake shoes, but plant Manager Peter Tilley says his company is in the process of diversifying its product lines." (27e2)
- "One of cornerstones - In 1945 the Timken Roller Bearing Company of Ohio began a search in the province for a site for a Canadian branch plant. Officials from the firm first approached the St. Thomas Chamber of Commerce. Today, the plant has become one of the cornerstoens of St. Thomas's industrial sector. In the late 1960's a $1.7 million expansion increased Timken's productivity by 30 per cent." (27f2)
- "Expressway complete - The expressway bypass which runs north through the city is intended to relieve traffic congestion along Talbot Street and to provide another link in a transportation chain that will greatly speed travel form the Niagara area to Sarnia. There is a noticeable lack of traffic on the expressway at present but transportation planners predict volume will increase greatly." (27g2)
- "New fleet - The city police department is currently updating its fleet of cruisers with new vehicles equipped with some of the latest equipment available to police forces in Canada. Above, Constable Mike VanBerkel stands beside one of the new cruisers which are now a familiar sight in the city." (27h2)
- "View system - St. Thomas Fire Department Captain Len Sanguine looks over part of the unit's new Opticom system with snorkel operator, Bob Weare at the station garage. The Opticom system uses an extremely bright flashing light to avtivate an electric eye which automatically turns traffic lights green to allow fire engines to pass. City Jaycees are trying to raise funds for the system judged too expensive for city coffers." (27i2)
- "Inspect engine - Firefighters ar the St. Thomas Fire Department lift the hood on one of the trucks at the station to inspect and clean the engine compartments during daily checks which keep the vehicles in constant readiness in the event of an emergency. " (27j2)
- One black and white photograph used in St. Thomas Times-Journal article published February 27, 1982. (27k2)
- One black and white photograph used in St. Thomas Times-Journal article published February 27, 1982. (27l2)
- One black and white photograph (of a drawing) used in St. Thomas Times-Journal article published February 27, 1982. (27m2)
- One black and white photograph used in St. Thomas Times-Journal article published February 27, 1982. (27n2)
- One black and white photograph used in St. Thomas Times-Journal article published February 27, 1982, and perhaps previously, with caption:
- "Ohhhh! Those muscles - Both young and old appear to have taken to heart advice given on the benefits of being fit and in good health. People of all ages are flocking to both the local YMCA and YWCA to take advantage of the courses and equipment available. Gail Southworth, 15, does situps on the slant board at the YMCA as part of her personal fitness routine." (27o2)
- One black and white photograph used in St. Thomas Times-Journal article published February 27, 1982. (27p2)
- One black and white photograph used in St. Thomas Times-Journal article published February 27, 1982, with label:
- "Coal Drag... Near Peach Creek, West Virginia; U-30B (GE) Locomotive 3000hp". (27q2)
- Photocopy of clipping, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "Longstanding business". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27a)
- Photocopy of clipping, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "Now Clevite". (R4_S6__Sh5_B2_F27b)
- Photocopy of article, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "Economic ills, not strikes have hurt two city industries". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27c)
- Photocopy of clipping, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "Co-op program". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27d)
- Photocopy of clipping, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "Annual event". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27e)
- Photocopy of clipping, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "Downtown St. Thomas circa 1975". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27f)
- Photocopy of article, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "Labo[u]r assumes greater role in municipal affairs of city". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27g)
- Photocopy of article, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "Local effort being made to make Golden years good ones". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27h)
- Photocopy of article, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "START Centre changing with the times". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27i)
- Photocopy of clipping, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "Clinic co-ordinator". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27j)
- Photocopy of article, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "Alma College retains basic appeal". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27k)
- Photocopy of article, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "OML has confidence in city". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27l)
- Photocopy of article, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "Little things have big impact at Gorman-Rupp". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27m)
- Photocopy of clipping, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "Once Railway City". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27n)
- Photocopy of article, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "Railways spurred city growth but now play minor role". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27o)
- Photocopy of clipping, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "Special beauty". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27p)
- Photocopy of article, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "Elgin Theatre Guild lives despite suffering setback". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27q)
- Photocopy of article, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "Mayor convinced airport plan big key to economic strategy". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27r)
- Photocopy of clipping, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "Surveys crop". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27s)
- Photocopy of clipping, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "Forecast fewer students". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27t)
- Photocopy of article, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "Board of education offices occupy former rural school". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27u)
- Photocopy of clipping, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "Important industry". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27v)
- Photocopy of clipping, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "Came during 1960s". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27w)
- Photocopy of article, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "New products mold optimism for one of oldest businesses". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27x)
- Photocopy of clipping, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "One of cornerstones". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27y)
- Photocopy of article, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "Bypass finally complete". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27z)
- Photocopy of article, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "City Police keep with times while staying within budget". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27a2)
- Photocopy of article, St. Thomas Times-Journal, February 27, 1982, "It was a good year for firemen, city residents with fires down". (R4_S6_Sh5_B2_F27b2)
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