Niagara Falls Public Library Local History Collection
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- Niagara Falls Public Library Local History Collection
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- Niagara Falls Public Library has an extensive Local History Collection housed in the Sir Harry Oakes Room, and its offshoot the Acorn Room. As of 2005 there are more than 14,000 catalogued volumes, and thousands of photographs, negatives, maps, art works, postcards, microfilms, and other items. In addition, there are over 250,000 electronic records in the Historic Niagara Digital Collections.
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HRH Edward Prince of Wales at the Refectory Queen Victoria Park August 1927, after the dedication of the Peace BridgeEdward centre facing left, HRH th Duke of Kent in striped tie in centre; Prime Minister Mackenzie King at left
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Duke & Duchess of York visiting Niagara Falls, accompanied by George Bailey of the Niagara Parks CommissionAndrew Windsor; Sarah Ferguson
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Duke & Duchess of York visiting Niagara Falls, accompanied by George Bailey of the Niagara Parks CommissionAndrew Windsor; Sarah Ferguson
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Brock Badgers Men's Basketball 2008 CIS National Champions#4 - Brad Rootes, #12 Rohan Steen, #13 Nico Loureiro, #14 Mike Kemp, #21 Andrew Ferguson, #22 Sam Brefo, #23 Joe Kendrick, #24 Scott Murray, #32 David Swinden, #33 Jay Fleming, #42 Mike Muir, #45 Owen White, #51 Jordan Johnson, #32 Tim Svidnytskiy, #55 Disty Bianchin Navanga Burke
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Prospect PointLabelled - 18 Prospect Point Niagara Falls
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CANADIAN BANK OF COMMERCE North West Corner of Queen Street and Erie Ave.Historic Niagara Development Inc.
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Sidewalk on Victoria Ave. January 22, 1958Historic Niagara Development Inc.
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Construction on Park Street March 23, 1956Historic Niagara Development Inc.
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Construction on Park Street. February 20, 1956Historic Niagara Development Inc.
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City of Niagara Falls Canada Float.Historic Niagara Development Inc.
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Construction on Park Street. March 1, 1956Historic Niagara Development Inc.
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Duke and Duchess of York viewing Niagara FallsPamela Walker, Chair of the Niagara Parks Commission to the left, George Bailey, Director of Information of the Niagara Parks Commission to the right.
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John "David" Munday being pulled from barrel after going over Horseshoe Falls 1993BARREL HORSESHOE FALLS HORSE SHOE NIAGARA
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John "David" Munday being interviewed after going over the Horseshoe Falls in a barrelBARREL HORSESHOE FALLS HORSE SHOE NIAGARA
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Kirk JonesOn October 20, 2003 Kirk Jones is the only person to suvive the 63 meter drop over the Horseshoe Falls without a barrel, rubberball or life jacket.
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Karel Soucek's barrel July 2 1984 floating close to American Falls, Prospect Point Observation TowerFALLS NIAGARA rainbow bridge maid mist of the
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Opening of Karel Soucek's barrel.FALLS NIAGARA
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Karel Soucek entering the Greater Niagara General Hospital after going over the falls in a barrel.FALLS NIAGARA barrel general hospital gngh
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Upper Steel Arch Bridge with ice bridge underneath it.National Library of Canada No. 14032-80
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Richard Crenna and George Bailey in front of the Horseshoe FallsCrenna was filming the CBS Movie of the Week Janek
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American Falls from Prospect PointTaken late 1960's-early 1970s
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Falls View Bridge collapsed on the iceKnown as the Upper Steel Arch Bridge; the Falls View Bridge; the Honeymoon Bridge. Bridge collapsed January 27, 1938
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Visit of the Prince & Princess of Japan to Niagara FallsNegative torn along top
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Visit of Diana Princess of Wales, Prince William and Prince Harry to Niagara FallsPrincess Diana, Prince Harry, Pamela Walker, Chair of the Niagara Parks Commission in red, top of Prince William's head
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Princess Elizabeth and Philip, Duke of Edinburgh on tour of Canada, October 1951 (not in Niagara Falls)Taken during the 1951 tour of Canada - not in Niagara Falls
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William Bruce LesliePublisher of the Niagara Falls Review
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Frank LeslieManaging Diretor of the Niagara Falls Review , later became publisher & general manager
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - South side of Old Fort Erie (2)Starting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - South side of Old Fort Erie (1)Starting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - North side of Old Fort ErieStarting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - North side of Old Fort ErieStarting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - St. Paul's Anglican ChurchStarting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - St. Paul's Anglican Church Cemetery (6)Starting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - St. Paul's Anglican Church Cemetery (5)Starting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - St. Paul's Anglican Church Cemetery (4)Starting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - St. Paul's Anglican Church Cemetery (3)Starting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - St. Paul's Anglican Church Cemetery (2)Starting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - St. Paul's Anglican Church Cemetery (1)Starting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - tree broken off on Niagara ParkwayStarting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - St. Andrews - Knox Presbyterian Church, Highland & Central Ave.Starting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - looking east on Highland Ave.Starting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - Hydro Crew on Bowden St.Starting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - Catherine St. cleanupStarting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - North side of Old Fort ErieStarting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - corner of Catherine & Stanton St. - massive tree downStarting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - corner of Catherine St. & Stanton St.Starting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - house on Catherine St.Starting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - looking west on Murray St. at Stanton St.Starting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - house at 106 Murray St.Starting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.
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Aftermath of Fort Erie Snowstorm, October 12, 2006 - Branches down along Niagara Parkway - Buffalo in backgroundStarting in the afternoon of October 12, 2006, a massive snow storm hit Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York. Ending in the early morning of October 13 (when the rains began), there were constant winds of 90 km an hour, and snow totalling 30-50 cm (12 - 20") fell on various parts of the town. All utilities were totally knocked out, and power, telephone, and cable services were gradually reinstated over the next few days. Crews from across Ontario were brought in to help. These photos were taken October 14, two days after the storm hit.