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Russian Submarines at Barnet

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/landmark748
Repository
Burnaby Heritage Planning
Associated Dates
1915-1917
Repository
Burnaby Heritage Planning
Associated Dates
1915-1917
Heritage Value
This site was a top secret site where 460 men worked on the assembly of five submarines for the Russian Navy during World War I. The Seattle contractor was forbidden from doing the work in the US because of American neutrality regulations and he set up the secret plant here without the knowledge of the Canadian Government.
Historic Neighbourhood
Barnet (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Burnaby Mountain Area
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handcuffs

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact209
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV971.5.47
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV971.5.47
Description
Burnaby Municipal Police issue handcuffs. The cuffs are secured by three links of chain. There is no key.
Object History
These handcuffs were used by Constable George Jeffery. George Jeffery served as a Constable on the Burnaby Police Force from 1912 - 1935. His patrolled the large Central Park District by foot, stretching from Boundary to Royal Oak and Marine Drive to Moscrop. Over the coarse of his duties, Constable Jeffery saw the need for recreational activities in the area. He founded the Burnaby Athletic Association which featured a competitive boxing ring and gym. In 1935, when the Burnaby Police became the British Columbia Provincial Police, rather than leave the community he chose to leave the force. George Jeffery than worked at the nearby Oakalla Prison Farm until retiring in 1945.
Subjects
Public Services
Public Services - Policing
Regulative and Protective Tools and Equipment
Names
Jeffery, George
Burnaby Municipal Police
Oakalla Prison Farm
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sign

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact1217
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV971.33.1
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV971.33.1
Description
Weathered wood sign in two parts; informs readers of the penalty for attaching any raft, vessel, boat, etc., to wooden bridges in the province of British Columbia in 1902.
Category
06.Tools & Equipment for Communication
Classification
Written Communication T&E
Object Term
Sign
Marks/Labels
"The attention of Steamers and of any person in charge of any vessel, barge, boat, raft, or any floating body is directed to Clause 12 "Chapter 25" Bridges Act of the Revised Statutes of British Columbia. Any person that shall moor, make or last or in any other way "Attach" any raft, vessel, boat, barge or any other floating body to any wooden or other bridge... shall be.. not exceeding fifty dollars. Department of Land and Works, Victoria, BC 23rd June 1902.
Subjects
Recreational Activities - Boating
Regulative and Protective Tools and Equipment
Transportation - Boats
Written Communication Tools and Equipment
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B C driver's licence

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact2814
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV990.16.1
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV990.16.1
Description
British Columbia Driver's Licence - License -- [1928]. Driver's Licence issued to Jean Caldwell Thompson on August 8, 1928. The front cover has the Provincial Coat of Arms and the issue number for the licence "No. 144650". The fee for obtaining the licence was $1. It states that "The Licence Must Be Carried With You At All Times When Driving". Inside provides detailed information about Jean and rules and regulations to driving. The address given for Jean was "General Hospital Vancouver". The license has been stamped by the Provincial Police in Vancouver, B.C. and signed by Superintendent of the Provincial Police E. McArthur. The licence measures 6.5cm x 10cm.
Colour
White
Subjects
Documentary Artifacts
Documentary Artifacts - Licenses
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handcuffs

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact3618
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV988.23.3
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV988.23.3
Description
Set of police handcuffs; with key
Marks/Labels
"Peerless Patent 1531451 - 1872857"
Subjects
Public Services
Public Services - Policing
Regulative and Protective Tools and Equipment
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interurban ticket

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact6699
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV985.115.1
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV985.115.1
Description
B.C. Electric - Ticket. Child's ticket for the B.C. Electic Railway Company on the Vancouver Street Cars. The ticket is green cardboard with black print. Stamped at the top of the ticket is a serial number "46744". The back of the ticket states the regulations and conditions of the ticket.
Subjects
Exchange Medium
Exchange Medium - Tickets
Transportation
Transportation - Electric Railroads
Transportation - Public Transit
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interurban ticket

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact14342
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV984.11.7
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV984.11.7
Description
B.C. Electric - Ticket. Black and white child ticket for the B.C. Electric Railway. The top of the ticket has "CHILD/ B.C. Electric", "355828 VPV". The ticket states the various regulations on both the front and the reverse.
Subjects
Exchange Medium
Exchange Medium - Tickets
Transportation
Transportation - Electric Railroads
Transportation - Public Transit
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interurban ticket

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact14348
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV984.11.13
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV984.11.13
Description
B.C. Electric - Ticket. B.C. Electric Railway Co ticket for a Child on the Richmond Transportation Lines. The ticket is green and has a serial number at the bottom "14546". The reverse side of the ticket states the regulations and conditions of the ticket for that zone.
Subjects
Exchange Medium
Exchange Medium - Tickets
Transportation
Transportation - Electric Railroads
Transportation - Public Transit
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interurban ticket

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact14350
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV984.11.15
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV984.11.15
Description
B.C. Electric - Ticket. Child ticket for the B.C. Electric Railway Company on the Burnaby Line. The ticket is buff coloured with a black horizontal stripe and a red vertical stripe. The ticket has been stamped with the serial number "15971". The reverse side of the ticket states the regulations and conditions of the ticket.
Subjects
Exchange Medium
Exchange Medium - Tickets
Transportation
Transportation - Electric Railroads
Transportation - Public Transit
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B C driver's licence

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact18261
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV978.57.5
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV978.57.5
Description
British Columbia Driver's Licence -(License) -- [1927]. Driver's Licence issued to Norah Irene Descoteau in 1927. The front cover has the Provincial Coat of Arms and the issue number for the licence "No. 118183". It states that "The Licence Must Be Carried With You At All Times When Driving". Inside provides detailed infromation about Norah and rules and regulations to driving. The license has been stamped by the Provincial Police in New Westminster, B.C.
Object History
From the estate of Norah Byrne, daughter of Peter Byrne and Priscilla Amelia Rowling Rowling. She married William Napoleon Descoteau on May 28th 1924 in New Westminster. William worked as a steam engineer on the railroad.
Subjects
Documentary Artifacts
Documentary Artifacts - Licenses
Names
British Columbia Provincial Police
Descoteau, Norah Irene Byrne
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leg irons

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact33604
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV972.190.1
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV972.190.1
Description
Pair of leg irons, for police, prisons use. Made in England and constructed of wrought iron. The securing chain consists of five links on either side of a swival. Surface is discoloured by rust patina.
Marks/Labels
"_ _ _TISH / MADE", stamped in side of cuff. "HIATT", stamped in cuff. "WARRENTED . WROUGHT _______", stamped in cuff. "1", stamped in cuff
Country Made
England
Subjects
Public Services
Public Services - Policing
Regulative and Protective Tools and Equipment
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handcuffs

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact33605
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV972.190.2
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV972.190.2
Description
Heavy handcuffs with a single swivel link in the connecting chain. Surface is plated but is badly worn.
Marks/Labels
"HIATT", stamped in cuff
Maker
HIATT
Country Made
England
Subjects
Public Services
Public Services - Policing
Regulative and Protective Tools and Equipment
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interurban ticket

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact35492
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV993.45.7
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV993.45.7
Description
B.C. Electric Railway - Ticket; Pass -- [1912]. Punch card ticket for the British Columbia Electric Railway Company from Vancouver to Central Park. The ticket pass was good for 50 fares during 31 days from the date of issue. The ticket was non-transferable and was issues to G.C. Barclay on February 16, 1912. On the left side of the ticket is a grid from 1 to 50. Each square in the grid has been punched with various shapes. The ticket was also stamped with "Central Park" and "Apprentice". On the back of the ticket, it restates the rules and regulations of the pass. The back has also been stamped twice with a round stamp that says "B.C. Electric Railway Vancouver, B.C./ Feb/16/1912". The ticket measures 10.5cm x 6cm.
Colour
White
Maker
British Columbia Electric Railway Company Limited
Country Made
Canada
Province Made
British Columbia
Site/City Made
Vancouver
Subjects
Exchange Medium
Exchange Medium - Tickets
Transportation
Transportation - Electric Railroads
Names
British Columbia Electric Railway Company
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interurban ticket

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact35493
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV993.45.8
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV993.45.8
Description
B.C. Electric Railway - Ticket; Pass -- [1912]. Punch card ticket for the British Columbia Electric Railway Company from Vancouver to Central Park. The ticket pass was good for 50 fares during 31 days from the date of issue. The ticket was non-transferable and was issues to G.C. Barclay on April 17, 1912. The ticket is number "2309". On the left side of the ticket is a grid from 1 to 50. Each square in the grid has been punched with various shapes. The ticket was also stamped with "Vancouver", "Central Park" and "Apprentice". On the back of the ticket, it restates the rules and regulations of the pass. The back has also been stamped twice with a round stamp that says "B.C. Electric Railway Vancouver, B.C./ APR/17/1912". The ticket measures 10.5cm x 6cm.
Colour
White
Maker
British Columbia Electric Railway Company Limited
Country Made
Canada
Province Made
British Columbia
Site/City Made
Vancouver
Subjects
Exchange Medium
Exchange Medium - Tickets
Transportation
Transportation - Electric Railroads
Names
British Columbia Electric Railway Company
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interurban ticket

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact35494
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV993.45.9
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV993.45.9
Description
B.C. Electric Railway - Ticket; Pass -- [1912]. Punch card ticket for the British Columbia Electric Railway Company from Vancouver to Central Park. The ticket pass was good for 50 fares during 31 days from the date of issue. The ticket was non-transferable and was issues to G.C. Barclay on March 18, 1912. The ticket is number "2484". On the left side of the ticket is a grid from 1 to 50. Each square in the grid has been punched with various shapes. The ticket was also stamped with "Vancouver", "Central Park" and "Apprentice" three times around the ticket. On the back of the ticket, it restates the rules and regulations of the pass. The back has also been stamped twice with a round stamp that says "B.C. Electric Railway Vancouver, B.C./ MAR/17/1912". The ticket measures 10.5cm x 6cm.
Colour
White
Maker
British Columbia Electric Railway Company Limited
Country Made
Canada
Province Made
British Columbia
Site/City Made
Vancouver
Subjects
Exchange Medium
Exchange Medium - Tickets
Transportation
Transportation - Electric Railroads
Names
British Columbia Electric Railway Company
Images
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interurban ticket

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact35500
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV993.45.15
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV993.45.15
Description
B.C. Electric Railway - Ticket; Pass -- [1912]. Punch card ticket for the British Columbia Electric Railway Company from Vancouver to Central Park. The ticket pass was good for 50 fares during 31 days from the date of issue. The ticket was non-transferable and was issues to G.C. Barclay on January 16, 1912. The ticket is number "1110". On the left side of the ticket is a grid from 1 to 50. Each square in the grid has been punched with various shapes. The ticket was also stamped with "Vancouver", "Central Park" and "Apprentice" three times around the ticket. On the back of the ticket, it restates the rules and regulations of the pass. The back has also been stamped twice with a round stamp that says "B.C. Electric Railway Vancouver, B.C./ JAN/16/1912". The ticket measures 10.5cm x 6cm.
Colour
White
Maker
British Columbia Electric Railway Company Limited
Country Made
Canada
Province Made
British Columbia
Site/City Made
Vancouver
Subjects
Exchange Medium
Exchange Medium - Tickets
Transportation
Transportation - Electric Railroads
Names
British Columbia Electric Railway Company
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booklet

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact39274
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV985.5678.1
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV985.5678.1
Description
Rules of the Road - Booklet -- [1922]. Booklet with the revised "Rules of the Road and Traffic Regulations" for the Province of British Columbia for the year 1922. The booklet cost 50 cents. The front cover has an illustration of a police officer conducting traffic in a cityscape. The main colours are blue and red. At the bottom of the cover it states "Keep to the Right". The booklet includes information on accounting, licenses, various offences and penalties, along with regulations for Vancouver, Victoria and Seattle.
Object History
On January 1, 1922 at 2:00 a.m. motor vehicles in British Columbia changed from driving on the left to driving on the right hand side of the street.
Title
Rules of the Road and Traffic Regulations Province of British Columbia
Subjects
Documentary Artifacts
Documentary Artifacts - Booklets
Transportation
Transportation - Automobiles
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card

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact39322
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV998.58.1
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV998.58.1
Description
National Registration Regulations - Card -- [1940]. Dominion of Canada National Registration Card for Eric Coe of 2684 Fern Avenue, Burnaby. Eric Coe was Part of the Electoral District Number 235 New Westminster, B.C. The registration card was signed on August 19th, 1940 and was signed by Deputy Registrar Vivean Ramsbothan (?). On the back of the card are several ink stamps "BCL-3143", "BCL-3144", "BCL-3145", "BCL 3146" and "STORE X 3-44". The card measures 10cm x 7cm.
Colour
White
Subjects
Documentary Artifacts
Documentary Artifacts - Cards
Names
Coe, Eric
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interurban ticket

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact39654
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV999.5.1
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV999.5.1
Description
B.C. Electric - Ticket. Ticket for the British Columbia Electric Railway Company Limited transportation system. The ticket was good for one fare at 5 for 40 cents. The ticket has been stamped with the serial number "92742". The back side of the ticket states the regulations for use of the ticket. The ticket measures 3.5cm x 2cm.
Colour
Beige
Subjects
Exchange Medium
Exchange Medium - Tickets
Transportation
Transportation - Electric Railroads
Transportation - Public Transit
Names
British Columbia Electric Railway Company
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wall clock

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact81748
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV011.20.1
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV011.20.1
Description
Clock - wall clock in a wood case with a pendulum enclosed by a lower extension of the case. The case face is octagonal with a round clock dial. The clock is made by the "New Haven" clock company of the USA. and is marked as a "REGULATOR"
There is a paper label glued to the back of the clock : "8 Day ERIE REGULATOR / TIME PIECE / MADE BY / THE NEW HAVEN CLOCK CO. / NEW HAVEN CONN. / U.S.A. / DIRECTIONS FOR REGULATING THE CLOCK / If the clock should go too fast, lower the ball; if too / slow, raise it." printed on label.
There is a pendulum with the clock
There is a key to wind the clock
Object History
The donor was a janitor working for the Burnaby School Board durring most of his career. The clock was donated is from the Riverway East School. This school was built in 1906 and torn down after the Second World War, ca 1948, and replaced with a new school called Glenwood.
Riverway East School was very similar to the Seaforth School now located at the Burnaby Village Museum.
Category
05.Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology
Classification
Timekeeping T&E
Object Term
Clock
Subjects
Timekeeping Tools and Equipment
Names
Riverway East School
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