This familiar view of the South Saskatchewan River is also dated by the single track C.P. Rail bridge, and the lack of the Finlay Bridge (which wasn't built until 1908). Our natural gas reserves were already becoming our claim to fame as noted by the slogan 'The Gas Town of the West'. As though the sparse hill in the background doesn't emphasize this point enough, the changes over the last century have been amazingly dramatic.
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Dec 27, 2013
Gas Town of the West Postcard
This vintage Medicine Hat, Alberta postcard was mailed on this day 108 years ago. It was stamped December 27, 1905 and sent to Chicago, Illinois. Not only does this postcard show the city as a mere town, it was printed before Alberta was a province (which happened in 1905). The card says Medicine Hat, Assa (Assiniboia) which was a district of the Northwest Territories.
This familiar view of the South Saskatchewan River is also dated by the single track C.P. Rail bridge, and the lack of the Finlay Bridge (which wasn't built until 1908). Our natural gas reserves were already becoming our claim to fame as noted by the slogan 'The Gas Town of the West'. As though the sparse hill in the background doesn't emphasize this point enough, the changes over the last century have been amazingly dramatic.
This familiar view of the South Saskatchewan River is also dated by the single track C.P. Rail bridge, and the lack of the Finlay Bridge (which wasn't built until 1908). Our natural gas reserves were already becoming our claim to fame as noted by the slogan 'The Gas Town of the West'. As though the sparse hill in the background doesn't emphasize this point enough, the changes over the last century have been amazingly dramatic.
Catalogue:
Alberta
,
Around the Hat Series
,
Collections
,
Images
,
Medicine Hat
,
Medicine Hat Photographer
,
Memorabilia
,
Observations
,
Photography
,
Postcards
Location:
Medicine Hat, AB, Canada
Dec 7, 2013
Around the Hat Calendar 2014
I'm very excited to announce that the 2014 calendar featuring the photography from my Around the Hat series is now available! This completely original 8.5x11" full colour Medicine Hat, Alberta calendar was made possible through sponsorship from local realtor, Matt Teel. I provided all of the images, and Matt worked with the printer to produce this amazing calendar. I'm really impressed with the outcome!
I have a limited stock available, but I will be giving these calendars away for FREE with each purchase made in my Around the Hat postcard shop. One postcard set = one FREE calendar. Nothing in my shop is over $10, so it's a pretty sweet deal for a set of original postcards and a 2014 calendar.
Order now before they're gone! I'll be shipping daily up until Christmas.
Just want a calendar without the postcards? Order here.
I have a limited stock available, but I will be giving these calendars away for FREE with each purchase made in my Around the Hat postcard shop. One postcard set = one FREE calendar. Nothing in my shop is over $10, so it's a pretty sweet deal for a set of original postcards and a 2014 calendar.
Order now before they're gone! I'll be shipping daily up until Christmas.
Just want a calendar without the postcards? Order here.
Catalogue:
Achievements
,
Alberta
,
Around the Hat Series
,
Filmmaker Life
,
Images
,
In the Media
,
Medicine Hat
,
Medicine Hat Photographer
,
Photography
,
Postcards
Location:
Medicine Hat, AB, Canada
Dec 6, 2013
Vintage Alexandra School Postcard
This 100 year old postcard is the latest addition to my growing collection of Medicine Hat memorabilia. Featuring the original Alexandra School, this postcard was mailed on April 19, 1913 to De Soto, Missouri.
I love the message on this one as it makes me curious about the scene and his job. Medicine Hat was booming, and this guy sent this message home: "Haven't heard from you in some time. Am going to work for C.P.R. Line at noon. How is mother? Love to all." Short and sweet - a vintage text message.
I love the message on this one as it makes me curious about the scene and his job. Medicine Hat was booming, and this guy sent this message home: "Haven't heard from you in some time. Am going to work for C.P.R. Line at noon. How is mother? Love to all." Short and sweet - a vintage text message.
Catalogue:
Alberta
,
Around the Hat Series
,
Collections
,
Images
,
Medicine Hat
,
Medicine Hat Photographer
,
Memorabilia
,
Observations
,
Photography
,
Postcards
Location:
Medicine Hat, AB, Canada
Jul 21, 2013
Cypress Club Postcards
The latest postcards in my Around the Hat shop include this set of 5 cards photographed in the interior of the historic Cypress Club. This location is amazingly well kept and full of unique antiquities. Check out these original postcards along with the growing collection of prints in my shop.
Catalogue:
Alberta
,
Around the Hat Series
,
Graphic Design
,
Images
,
Medicine Hat
,
Medicine Hat Photographer
,
Photography
,
Postcards
Location:
Medicine Hat, AB, Canada
Jul 18, 2013
Vintage 6th Avenue Postcard
This vintage postcard of downtown Medicine Hat, Alberta is the latest piece of local history to be added to my collection. Showing the corner of today's 2nd street and 6th avenue, this unused postcard is likely from between 1910 to 1920. On the right is the Canadian Bank of Commerce with the Cypress Club behind it. On the left is part of the now demolished post office, and across from that is what I've continued to refer to as the Tramps Block. There is also a sliver of the original city hall visible on the far right. I photographed this corner earlier this spring to compare and contrast.
6th Avenue postcard location. |
6th Avenue postcard location today. |
Catalogue:
Alberta
,
Around the Hat Series
,
Collections
,
Images
,
Medicine Hat
,
Medicine Hat Photographer
,
Memorabilia
,
Observations
,
Photography
,
Postcards
Location:
Medicine Hat, AB, Canada
Jul 14, 2013
St. Patrick's Bell Tower Postcards
The latest postcards in my Around the Hat shop include this set of 5 cards of the bell tower in St. Patrick's church. Shooting this photo set was an incredible experience, and a rare opportunity to see a very unique part of this amazing structure. Check out these original postcards along with the growing collection of prints in my shop.
Catalogue:
Alberta
,
Around the Hat Series
,
Graphic Design
,
Images
,
Medicine Hat
,
Medicine Hat Photographer
,
Photography
,
Postcards
Location:
Medicine Hat, AB, Canada
Jul 7, 2013
Police Point Winter Postcards
The latest postcards in my Around the Hat shop include this set of 5 cards shot in Police Point Park over the winter. Check out these original postcards along with the growing collection of prints in my shop.
Catalogue:
Alberta
,
Around the Hat Series
,
Graphic Design
,
Images
,
Medicine Hat
,
Medicine Hat Photographer
,
Photography
,
Postcards
Location:
Medicine Hat, AB, Canada
Jun 10, 2013
Teepee Postcards
Featuring some of the original images I shot of the Kin Park Teepee village, these 5 custom postcards capture a piece of the Hat's aboriginal heritage. Check out these new prints and numerous other original images in my postcard shop here.
Catalogue:
Alberta
,
Around the Hat Series
,
Graphic Design
,
Images
,
Medicine Hat
,
Medicine Hat Photographer
,
Photography
,
Postcards
Location:
Medicine Hat, AB, Canada
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