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Port Mann Bridge

The item is a composite print of an industrial film, made ca. 1964 showing the engineering and construction of the Port Mann Bridge -- the last link in BC's portion of the Trans-Canada Highway -- and its official opening on 12 June 1964 by Premier W.A.C. Bennett. Also includes historical footage of 1930s traffic and the opening of Pattullo Bridge in 1937 by Premier T.D. Pattullo.

May Day 1909

The item is a b&w photograph of 1909 May Day celebrations in New Westminster. The May Queen is identified on the photograph, riding in the carriage.

Churchill at New Westminster lacrosse final

The item is a reel of film, possibly a newsreel item. Winston Churchill emerges from a car and meets a group of male civilians wearing medals [the "Old Contemptibles of B.C.," a group of WWI veterans], who present him with a membership pin. Churchill speaks from a platform to a large crowd. Officials and lacrosse teams pose for the camera. Churchill puts down ball for play; shots of lacrosse game.

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