The Marlborough Neighbourhood is another residential area that was witness to rapid growth and subdivision during the 1950s and 1960s, creating primarily single-family housing stock. In the 1970s and 1980s, as the commercial district around Kingsway grew, so too did higher density housing projects such as townhomes and condominiums.
After starting the first Oak Theatre in Brandon, Manitoba when talking pictures came along, Andy Digney and his family moved to Burnaby in 1936 and chose the site of their new theatre at the corner of Kingsway and Marlborough. In 1945, Digney sold the theatre but it remained in operation until 1968 when competition forced its closure and demolition. The Oak Theatre - which had opened on August 4, 1937 - was hailed as an artistic masterpiece for its ultra modern white stucco exterior, floodlights and pink-and-green neon marquee. The interior featured a mirrored ceiling, fireplace, and aquarium and had a colour scheme of orchid, royal blue, silver and black.
The South Burnaby Cenotaph is located in Bonsor Park at the corner of Nelson Avenue and Imperial Street. The cenotaph commemorates those lost in the First World War, Second World War and the Korean War.
The South Burnaby Cenotaph is located in Bonsor Park at the corner of Nelson Avenue and Imperial Street. The cenotaph commemorates those lost in the First World War, Second World War and the Korean War.
1 photograph : b&w ; 3.0 x 5.3 cm print on contact sheet 20.1 x 26.3 cm
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Photograph of 3830 Hazel Street (later renumbered 4662 Hazel Street) during the summer. A woman, probably Mrs. R.W. MacPhaden, is seated on the front steps.
1 photograph : b&w ; 3.0 x 5.3 cm print on contact sheet 20.1 x 26.3 cm
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Record No.
370-746
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No restrictions
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No known restrictions
Accession Number
BHS1999-03
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Photograph of 3830 Hazel Street (later renumbered 4662 Hazel Street) during the summer. A woman, probably Mrs. R.W. MacPhaden, is seated on the front steps.
1 photograph : b&w ; 3.0 x 5.4 cm print on contact sheet 20.1 x 26.3 cm
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Photograph of the view from 3830 Hazel Street (later renumbered 4662 Hazel Street) in the snow. Spud Murphy's car, a Desoto, can be seen in the street and the George family's house is in the background.
1 photograph : b&w ; 3.0 x 5.4 cm print on contact sheet 20.1 x 26.3 cm
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Record No.
370-747
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No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
No known restrictions
Accession Number
BHS1999-03
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Photograph of the view from 3830 Hazel Street (later renumbered 4662 Hazel Street) in the snow. Spud Murphy's car, a Desoto, can be seen in the street and the George family's house is in the background.
Photograph of Alex McPhee standing outside Jubilee Drug Store at Jubilee Avenue and Imperial Street (later the location of Bonsor Park, 6550 Bonsor Avenue). He was a pharmacist for many years in South Burnaby and was associated with Dr. Boyd McKee.
Photograph of Alex McPhee standing outside Jubilee Drug Store at Jubilee Avenue and Imperial Street (later the location of Bonsor Park, 6550 Bonsor Avenue). He was a pharmacist for many years in South Burnaby and was associated with Dr. Boyd McKee.
Photograph of the Bonsor Hall (originally 6637 Fern Avenue). In the foreground, construction debris can be seen and the skytrain is visible in the background. A note with this photograph indicates that this building was originally the Burnaby School Board Office.
Photograph of the Bonsor Hall (originally 6637 Fern Avenue). In the foreground, construction debris can be seen and the skytrain is visible in the background. A note with this photograph indicates that this building was originally the Burnaby School Board Office.
Illustration on a postcard of the Caravan Motor Court, 3605 Kingsway (later renumbered 4875 Kingsway). The description printed on the back of the postcard reads: "Cable Address: Motel-Vancouver, Canada / The Utmost in Comfort / Tiled bathrooms. Twin beds. Electric kitchenettes. Closed garages. Rad…
Illustration on a postcard of the Caravan Motor Court, 3605 Kingsway (later renumbered 4875 Kingsway). The description printed on the back of the postcard reads: "Cable Address: Motel-Vancouver, Canada / The Utmost in Comfort / Tiled bathrooms. Twin beds. Electric kitchenettes. Closed garages. Radiant heat. Maid service. Laundrette. / Telephone: DEexter 1138." Written on the back of the postcard is: "Dear Jessie - Arrived here about four this afternoon and so far like what we have seen. Had a delicious fillet dinner at a fine restaurant and tomorrow are going to some of the beautiful places around Vancouver. Expect to go to Victoria Wednesday and stay at least a week - maybe two - depends on how we like it. How are your children? Are they home? Remember us to them. Love, Edith." The postcard is dated "7-24-49," postmarked Vancouver, July 26, 5 PM, 1949, and mailed with three one cent stamps to Mrs. Arthur Klein in Los Angeles, California.
Item is a digitized silent film segment identified as Reel 14. The film opens in with the Digney family in their yard and garden and Grandma Swan's funeral (Royal Oak Cemetery). The remainder of the footage provides views of the gardens surrounding the Oak Theatre and includes footage of a wedding,…
Item is a digitized silent film segment identified as Reel 14. The film opens in with the Digney family in their yard and garden and Grandma Swan's funeral (Royal Oak Cemetery). The remainder of the footage provides views of the gardens surrounding the Oak Theatre and includes footage of a wedding, family pets at play, men and women playing badminton, views of both the interior and exterior of the Oak Theatre including female ushers. The film then moves on to a War Bond Drive and parade along Kingsway followed by more views of the Oak Theatre gardens.
Photograph of husband and wife, Bill and Edna Maggs, beside the Burnaby Shoe Hospital and Mr. Shewbrook's insurance office shortly after their wedding.
Photograph of husband and wife, Bill and Edna Maggs, beside the Burnaby Shoe Hospital and Mr. Shewbrook's insurance office shortly after their wedding.
1 photograph : b&w ; 3.2 x 4.5 cm print on contact sheet 20.2 x 25.3 cm
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Photograph of a group of employees in front of Matheson & Sons Market at 3576 Kingsway and Nelson Avenue (later renumbered 4920 Kingsway). Left to right: Barry Burns, Angus Matheson, Dan Matheson, Ed Matheson, Lex Henderson, John Matheson, and Gil Summers (kneeling). There are Coca Cola and Roses…
1 photograph : b&w ; 3.2 x 4.5 cm print on contact sheet 20.2 x 25.3 cm
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Record No.
370-244
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No restrictions
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No known restrictions
Accession Number
BHS1999-03
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Photograph of a group of employees in front of Matheson & Sons Market at 3576 Kingsway and Nelson Avenue (later renumbered 4920 Kingsway). Left to right: Barry Burns, Angus Matheson, Dan Matheson, Ed Matheson, Lex Henderson, John Matheson, and Gil Summers (kneeling). There are Coca Cola and Roses Flour signs over the door. This store was previously owned and operated by Alexander MacKenzie.
Photograph of Eric Coe standing in a grassy lane behind Fern Avenue, dressed in an overcoat and hat. To his right is "Bradshaw's greenhouse" on Fern Avenue and "Captain Gillen's house" is partially visible in the background.
Photograph of Eric Coe standing in a grassy lane behind Fern Avenue, dressed in an overcoat and hat. To his right is "Bradshaw's greenhouse" on Fern Avenue and "Captain Gillen's house" is partially visible in the background.
History
Captain Gillen is William Hugh Gillen, father of Denver Gillen, original illustrator of the 1936 sensation "Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer". The house stood at 2718 Nelson Avenue.
1 photograph : b&w ; 2.9 x 4.2 cm print on contact sheet 20.2 x 26.6 cm
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Photograph of Fred (father), Lyle (son) and Ida (mother) Le Grove, sitting on the stairs outside 3825 Hazel Street (later renumbered 4673 Hazel Street).
1 photograph : b&w ; 2.9 x 4.2 cm print on contact sheet 20.2 x 26.6 cm
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Record No.
370-639
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No restrictions
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No known restrictions
Accession Number
BHS1999-03
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Photograph of Fred (father), Lyle (son) and Ida (mother) Le Grove, sitting on the stairs outside 3825 Hazel Street (later renumbered 4673 Hazel Street).
Photograph of the Gardner family and other relatives. Identified: (front) Urban Gardner (brother) with pet dog, Toby; (2nd row, left to right) Will Swain (uncle visiting from Winnipeg), Hazel Gardner Willis (sister), Fred Willis (husband of Hazel); (back row, left to right) Nell Pentland (aunt vis…
Photograph of the Gardner family and other relatives. Identified: (front) Urban Gardner (brother) with pet dog, Toby; (2nd row, left to right) Will Swain (uncle visiting from Winnipeg), Hazel Gardner Willis (sister), Fred Willis (husband of Hazel); (back row, left to right) Nell Pentland (aunt visiting from Winnipeg), Sarah Gardner (mother), Harry Gardner (father), and an unidentified woman. This later became the site of Bonsor Park at 6550 Bonsor Avenue.