*Who-is-it? Wednesday*
Sometimes donations to the FVHC don't come with descriptions or further information. Sometimes they are just left on the doorstep. For these reasons we have gaps in identifying some photos and will post a new one each Wednesday! If you have information that will aid us in identifying these individuals please
Your help is appreciated!
This photo is simply titled "Sunday at the Wards in the good old days". The photo comes from Edwin Wards collection so we assume some of the individuals (if not all) are from the Ward family. Please let us know if you recognize anyone!
Ward, Edwin, 990.4.102.2
Previous *Who-is-it? Wednesday* characters
We need help identifying the gentleman on the top left! Top right is Harry Clarke Bottom left is George Clarke and bottom right is Stubb Lapp!
2005.29.15
Clarke, Warren and Rachel
This chap seems to be sharply dressed perhaps for a wedding as suggested by the boutonniere pinned to his lapel!
If you have any leads regarding who this may be - please let us know!
Lizotte, Maria
2019.24.400
Do you recognize this Lady? The most information we have on her is "woman inside of Teepee" and that isn't even correct - teepees don't have centre poles like the one she is leaning on!
*EDIT*
This is Therese Judd in camp. Wife of Angus Judd.
990.4.66.2
Mitchell, Ray
Thanks to quick responses we were able to determine that this couple is Narcisse and Elsie Lizotte!
990.4.79.135
Reid, Gordon
This photo is labelled as merely "Family at Fort Vermilion. We believe there must be much more history then that and require your help!
998.5.23.48
Lamberton, Rev Hugh + Lillian
This photograph is labelled as "Family in front of Cabin" clearly there is a bit more to the picture considering the twins sitting in front and the sizeable deer head that the person on the right is casually holding! If you recognize anyone please let us know!
990.4.1.47
Ardley, Mary
This picture comes from the Maria Lizotte collection and the young lad playing the guitar is labelled as Clifford Pettman - we are hoping you can help identify the older gentleman! Note the date at the bottom of the photo is "Jan 58"
2019.24.628
Lizotte Maria
Look at this wedding photo! Him with his large boutonniere and cheeky grin and her bouquet must have looked stunning in full color!
Problem is - we have no idea who they are!
990.4.79.161 / Reid, Gordon
Anyone remember who was rodeo queen in 1979? The lady on the right is wearing the rodeo queen sash from that year! We also are unsure of the gentleman on the right. It seems he has won a trophy that has horses on the top. Any leads are appreciated!
*update*
Thanks to our Facebook Friends we are able to identify the gentleman on the left as Clarence Fournier and the rodeo queen on the right as Sherry Kazonay
2019.24.264 / Lizotte, Maria
This group is a class of Gwyn Bailey Cook's from the Lambert Point school. They are showing off their handiwork from school - which seems to range from toys, international studies and advertising that milk is Healthy!
Let us know if you recognize anyone!
990.4.3.3 Cook, Gwyn Bailey
Look at these Cuties! They don't appear to impressed with the photographer and our best guess is they are siblings. Perhaps this is a 'Baby' picture of someone you know! Comment below if you have any leads!
990.4.106.39 / Ward, Vera
We believe Sarah Charles is the Elderly lady in the middle with Harry Cardinal and Lillian (Charles) Cardinal on her right. We need help identifying the 4 younger people on the left side of the group.
If you can confirm or help identify these individuals we would certainly appreciate it!
*EDIT*
The individuals from L-R have been identified as Steve Cardinal, Pete Lizotte, Marie Lizotte, Jane Lizotte.
990.4.20.23 / Ducharme, Iola
This young lady is potentially a school teacher - though we aren't sure who. If you look close you will notice that what appears to be a pile of clothes on the chair is in fact a child hiding themselves from the camera - and doing a splendid job of it!
2005.24.23 / Schartner, Bob
This young gentleman has a suave look about him. Perhaps it comes from his casual stance holding the guitar and perched on the edge of a wheel barrow; or his inquisitive arched brow. In any case we do not have record who this may be- if you have any leads please let us know!
990.4.106.37 / Ward, Vera
This photo comes from the 1983 Hew Chaw Daze Talent show. This lady is beautifully dressed and were sure sounds just as good - we just aren't sure who she is!
Bonus Question- We also don't know who the gentleman in the background is. He seems to be the presenter in other photos - but thats the best we have!
*EDIT*
This performer has been identified as Lorraine Auger and the gentleman in the back as Mark West.
998.1.60.169 / Newman, Jack and Pearl
This picture was taken by Tony O'Carroll who was a teacher at the Sperate school in 1966. We know that the drummer second from the left is Roly Auger - the other three we are unsure about!
Mr. O'Carroll also took video footage of these young drummers which is a part of "Scouser shoots the Fort" and is on sale for $20! The footage doesn't have audio as technology was not that advanced- but is still very interesting none the less!
2016.03.145 / O'Carroll, Tony
This picture appears to be a family at a gathering. The Gentleman on the left is wearing a clerical collar indicating he has a role in Church - but that is as much as we know!
*update*
The black lady in the background has been identified as Mrs. Clarke - not exactly the information we were looking for - but helpful nontheless!
200.35.02.30 / Bell, Lorna
All we know about this mother and child is they are well dressed! From her lovely cap, scarf and thick jacket to the adorable moss bag the baby is warmly wrapped in! If you know who they are please let us know!
2008.44.02 / Heritage Committee - FVAS
This picture is a bit perplexing - we have information that it is a double wedding on July 23rd 1934. We know one couple is Christiane (Moberly) and John Courtoreille and the other couple is unknown. Unfortunately we are unsure which couple is which! If you know please help us and comment below.
*EDIT*
We have learned that the couple on the left is Peter and Maria Courtorille and John and Christiane are on the right. Peter and John are brothers!
990.4.15.11 / Campbell, Edith
This appears to be a family photo of 4 (?) generations - none of whom we are able to identify. There is no date attached to the photo but based on the hair style, patterns of clothing and fancy winged glasses our best guess is sometime in the 60's.
*EDIT*
This is the Roberts Family. Starting to the back left is Donna Roberts and the child is Leon Mercredi.
Next to her is Celine (Moberly) Roberts, Vina (Roberts) Marten, Norbert Roberts, Emilie Roberts, Chuck Badger (former spouse to Emilie)
Norbert’s parents in front Claudell and Thomas Roberts’s
2000.35.02.12 / Bell, Lorna
This young girl is at the Experimental Farm in Fort Vermilion picking red currants! She likely was posing as a model since our information focuses on the fact that they are "Stephens #4 red currants". We also have a second photo in which she is posing with the currant bush. We don't care about the currants though - we want to know who she is! The picture is taken in July of 1946, if you have any leads - comment below!
*EDIT*
This young lady has been identified as Marjorie Clarke!
993.4.59.130 / Agriculture Canada
We are unsure where this picture was taken. We think the gentleman in the centre (Black Coat) is Harry Borbridge - he spent time all over northern Alberta. The other individuals are potentially a family that hosted him on his adventures. In any case we know very little about these people and would love to know more! Drop any details you wish to share in the comments!
990.4.79.167 / Reid, Gordon
PS. how cute is the girl and her sled dog in training in the front?
*EDIT*
The Group has been identified as such (L-R) Maria Tallcree, Florence Nanooch, Nancy Metsikassus, Father Vandersteen, and Fred Tallcree. The other people are still unknown.
This wonderful photograph comes from the Rocky Lane School Collection. We are assuming that the relations are a mother and her two sons - but we could be wrong about that. We don't know a date for the picture - but, considering the boys are wearing Knickers (Pant style popular for men and boys in the latter half of the 19th century), this picture is likely late 1800's. As always if you know any more details - please comment below!
990.4.81.69 / Rocky Lane School
This week we have a large group of unknown individuals. They appear to be on the deck of a ship, and, noting the hills in the back, are likely closer to Peace River. We can identify the gentleman in glasses as Premier Brownlee who toured this northern area in 1929. If you recognize any of the others please let us know!
995.25.1 / Heritage Committee FVAS
This gentleman is caught in the middle of a job which appears to be fixing or unplugging a John Deere Grain Binder. The photos date is August 14 1952 and comes from the Experimental Farm collection. Let us know if you recognize this hardworking chap! With more research we discovered the payroll records for the Experimental Farm from 1952. Laborer's hired from Aug 1- 30 of 52' are as follows. E. Charles / A. Flett / R.W. Knight / A. McLean / J. A Newman / A.R. Campbell / Allan Charles, Cecil Charles, Ernest Charles, O. McAteer Murray Mitchell R.W. Randle, Ernest Smith, P. Tardiff (Junior Labourers) / R.A. Clarke / G. Flett / M. Gross / Mrs. M. Lapp / E.M. Lawrence / A. McAteer / O. McAteer / R. McLean / Wm. McLean / G. Mitchell / A. Lizotte / R. Randle / E. Rivard. Do any of these names match the fellow working?
993.4.37.4 / Agriculture Canada
None of the individuals in this photo are officially identified, however, we have a few guesses. After cross referencing other photos we think the lady on the left is Eliza (Chalifoux) Paul and seated next to her on the right is Liza (Lambert) Paul. If this is correct (and they are seated in front of their husbands) then the gentleman on the left would be Clement Paul and on the right would be his brother Fred Paul.
Again, we are not sure about this - if you can confirm or deny our suspicion please let us know!
*EDIT*
We have confirmed that these are the Paul Brothers, Clement on left Fred on right, with their wives sitting in front, Eliza (Chalifoux) Paul on left and Liza (Lambert) Paul on the right.
990.4.79.186 / Reid Gordon
Looks at these chaps all dressed up! We think the one in the front on the left is Michel Lambert and it could be Willie Clarke beside him on the right. We are fairly certain that George Lambert is in the back on the right. We don't know who is donning the hat in the back left. If you can confirm / deny / enlighten us on who these men are we would sure appreciate it!
2019.24.08 / Lizotte, Maria
*EDIT*
The Gentleman front left is Malcolm Mitchell and Front Right is Willie Clarke.
It's not a great quality photograph but we're sure they are great quality people; problem is - we have no idea who they are! The photo is part of the David Harrison collection and we know David's mother Violet Harrison is the lady in the back on the right. Walter Edward Harrison (Violets Husband) was Reverend of St Luke's Anglican Church from 1926 - 1930. This photo comes from that time period.
2000.50.02 / Harrison, David
These young bucks look to be having an excellent afternoon. The vehicles and teacups on the running boards tell us they are part of a larger picnic group which they appear to be enjoying. Jim Henry is the smartly dressed boy on the left and his younger brother Bruce is the child in front wearing the white shirt - the others are unknown. Jim and Bruce are sons of Norman Henry who was the Manager of the HBC post in Fort Vermilion from 1931- 1937.
2003.08.08 / Henry, Jim
This picture is taken during unfortunate circumstances, as what appears to be four brothers, carry a coffin to the St Louis church gravesite in Buttertown. It is unknown whos funeral this procession is for nor who the pallbearers are - if you have any insight please let us know!
----EDIT----
We have been able to identify the gentleman on the left as Mac Lambert the man in front as John James Lambert and the fellow third from left as Charlie Lambert.
2005.24.14 / Schartner, Bob
Our best guess is that this is the Boire family- but that is solely based on the fact that the young girl (front row second from left) is holding a camera identical to one we have in our collection that belonged to Rachel Boire. This also dates the images as being older then 1934 as that is when Kodak began manufacturing the camera!
990.4-81-13 / Rocky Lane School
This fellow appears to be the ferry operator on the second edition of the Fort Vermilion ferry This ferry operated just downriver from where the bridge stands today - the first edition crossed the River opposite the Old Bay House. He appears to be cranking on a lever that winds up the end board of the ferry to prevent wagons and trucks from rolling off. The photo was taken by Gwyn Bailey Cook who was the teacher at Lambert point school for the 1948 school year!
990.4.3.49 / Gwyn Bailey Cook
A photo of champions - many of which may be on Facebook! If you recognize someone tag them so they can relive this wonderful memory! We can then also update our records - as currently they are labelled as "Unknown Athletes".
--EDIT--
Back row: Arlene Courtoreille, Pam Cardinal, Lorraine Mercredi, Lynette Cardinal, Darlene Paul, Gail Rosenburger.
Front row: Val Courtoreille, Norma Mitchell, Belinda Lafferty, Suzanne Rosenburger, Perl Cardinal
2000.35.02.62 / Bell, Lorna
Of the eight people in this photo we know that Lillian Lamberton is the lady third from the left. If you can help us identify the others that would be greatly appreciated!
998.5.23.125 / Lamberton, Hugh + Lillian
These two are standing in front of their sleigh dressed in their Sunday best! Despite the snow on the ground they seem to be quite comfortable without big winter parkas - perhaps a clue that it is spring time. Another clue is the laundry on the line that you can see in the back ground just off the mans right arm. While you are looking close - check out those elaborate gloves he is sporting!
--EDIT--
Kind folks on Facebook were able to identify these two as Charlie and Lena (Bellerose) Lambert!
990.4.79.233 / Reid, Gordon
The photograph of these young adults is dated 1938. They are standing on the banks of the river and it almost seems as though they are hiding something - both arms behind their backs! If you know who they are or what they may be up to - let us know!
990.4.42.11 / Haessel, Karl
We have a whole group of unidentified individuals this week! We are getting strong family vibes from the crew and the photo comes from the Newman, Jack + Pearl collection - so there could be a connection there! The one note we have about the photo is "Grannie Partch, Grannie Porche". We are unsure if those are variations in spelling the same name or if in fact there are two Grannies with similar names in the photo. If you have any leads - please let us know!
---EDIT---
L to R: Mrs Partch, Mrs Ward-Rivard (back row), Peggy Tardiff, Bill Grosnick (sp?), Mrs Dorothy Tardiff (back row), unknown, Deirdre Lizotte, unknown, unknown. Wedding of Peggy Tardiff and Bill Grosnick.
998.01.60.08 / Newman, Jack + Pearl
The description we have for this photo is "Chief and Family - Peace River area". If you look closely at the right hand of the man in front,it appears to be disfigured which may be helpful in identifying him! It is also possible the hand is fine and rather the image is distorted / shadowed due to rudimentary photography.
2015.27.29 / Nugent, Mike
---EDIT---
This gentleman is Duncan Testawitch
This photo is labelled as "Mary Ardley and one of the Cardinal Girls at Buffalo head prairie". We are assuming Mary is the lady on the left as her name is first in the description. If you recognize this particular Cardinal lady please let us know!
990.4.1.28 / Ardley, Mary
This gentleman has quite a stockpile of pelts, which appear to be stretched and cured. He is also donning a thick fur coat. Unfortunately we don't have any leads on who he might be - let us know if you do!
990.4.3.40 / Bailey, G. Cook
These fine looking lads are the boy scout group from 1967! You can see most are nicely dressed in uniform with neckties, hats, and badges. We don't have labels or identification for any of the individuals and would love your help in this manner! Let us know which row they are in and how far from the left. Better yet (if you can) send us a screen shot and a name!
2015.50.02 / Rudakewich, Mike
This appears to be a family enjoying their time with what appears to be a 1926 model T Ford Car. Many of the childrens faces cannot be seen but we are hoping you can help us identify the parent couple and some of the children if possible!
990.4.79.235 / Reid, Gordon
The only caption we have for this photo is "Man in Canoe beside float plane". Which is fine because it accurately describes the photo - but we would love to know who the man is!
998.5.23.103 / Lamberton, Rev. Hugh + Lillian
---EDIT---
Reserach into the call number of the plane informed us that the aircraft was likely the one Stanley Warren flew when he tragically crashed in 1941. It is possible then that the gentleman in the boat is Stanley Warren - though we must remember that proximity does not equal relation.
Does anyone recognize this youth? They are standing in a pile (or should we say mountain) of sawdust and look generally pleased about it! The photo comes from the Mandelin, Rose Collection and is not dated!
996.53.2 / Mandelin, Rose
In our records we have this photo listed as "Frenchie Lambert and Unknown". We are unsure which one is "Frenchie" and are seeking your input in determining which fellow he is! If you know who the "Unknown" person is we would also appreciate that information!
990.4.49.206 / Reid, Gordon
Our guess is that these fine looking folks are a group of teachers from the 60's. Teachers -because the gentleman on the right looks like Tony O'Carroll and it comes from the Lorna Bell Collection. 60's - because the fashion of glasses and dresses. We may be very wrong with that assessment - please let us know any further information you may have!
2000.35.02.25 / Bell, Lorna
Anyone recognize these fine folks? The photo comes from the Bailey G, Cook collection if that gives a clue!
990.4.3.27 / Bailey G, Cook.
Look at this cutie perched atop a majestic horse! They appear to have a good grip on the mane of the horse - which is good as the horse is not tied! However, if you look close you can spot adult legs on the other side of the horse indicating an adult is overseeing the situation! Let us know if you recognize the cutie!
---EDIT---
This is believedd to be Kenny Hamman - young child of Dr. Hamman.
990.4.79.87 / Reid, Gordon
Our description for this photograph currently reads "A man". With a bit more research we are speculating that he may be dressed in Zouave military uniform. The Zouave were a section of the French Military in Northern Africa - though the legend (and uniform) of them became popular in North America. Indicators of this uniform are the baggy pants, large tassle hat, and wide waist band - all of which this man has - now we just need to know his name!
996.53.10 / Mandelin, Rose.
We don't know the identity (nor the relationship) of these two. They are both grinning from ear to ear but whether thats from being in the presence of each other - or something- else we cannot say! Please let us know if you have more information on them!
**EDIT**
This is Bobby and Valle Gray!
990.4.40.5 / Gray, Valle
This picture says "Napoleon Lambert" on the back - but we aren't sure which one is him! We also aren't sure who the other two are so if you have any leads - please let us know!
2005.24.19 / Schartner, Bob
We know the lady third from the left in the light colored shirt is Agnes (Mitchell) Clarke. The others we have no way of identifying and would appreciate your help in that manner!
990.4.106.34 / Ward, Vera
This group of young adults look like they are having a great time one the beach (and judging by the serious farmer tans of the bottom three gentleman a well deserved break)! We aren't able to identify any of them so if you have any leads - please let us know!
990.4.3.34 / Bailey, G. Cook
--Edit--
The lady in the blouse second from the left is Blanche Newman, the gentleman on the bottom right of the pyramid is Jack Newman and the lady atop the pyramid is June Newman. The lady in the black swimsuit far right is Gladys St. Germain (Wortman).
The picture is quite blurry but we know that left to right is Beatrice Clarke Morin, Gordon Lizotte, Helen La Fleur, Violet paul (Lindy's sister), and Gus Lizotte. The person we need help identifying is the lady on the right beside Gus Lizotte! There is no date on the photo.
2019.24.449 / Lizotte, Maria
We are guessing that this picture comes from Fort Simpson as it belongs to the Agriculture Canada (Experimental Farm) collection - whose personnel sometimes made trips to look at the experimental farm in Fort Simpson. In any case we are not sure who these individuals are. Your help is appreciated!
993.4.58.56 / Agriculture Canada
The girls in the front row (L-R) Are Olga Sanderson, Stella Sanderson, Velma Sanderson, and Alice Lizotte.
The back row is where we need help identifying - the Two boys on the left are labelled as "A Sanderson and Lizotte" though we aren't sure first names nor which is which. Could it be Harold Sanderson in the black hat? The girls in the back (L-R) are Ruby Lizotte and Margaret Lizotte. Based on the apparent ages of the known children we are guessing this photo is from the early 1940's
--EDIT--
The gentleman in the back row are (L-R) Eugene Lizotte and Clarence Sanderson.
2019.24.315 / Lizotte, Maria
We know the gentleman on the left is Karl Haessel but are not sure who his tennis teammate is. Tennis was a popular sport amongst a few community members with Karl building a court (as seen in photo) and a court constructed at the Old Bay House. The two men also look very similar - leading us to believe they might be a father son team, but we are unsure of the fathers name! If you know any further information we would love to hear it!
990.4.42.6 / Hassel, Karl
A fitting picture as we approach halloween- these trick or treaters are unknown. It appears they were successful as their various bags are quite full. If you recognize any of them please let us know!
2000.35.02.40 / Bell, Lorna
These two are unknown and appear to be standing in front of a temporary kitchen of sorts. If you recognize either of them (or have ideas about where they may be) let us know!
2017.42.08 / Lizotte, Maria
*EDIT*
This is believed to be John and Helen Lizotte.
We know nothing about who this couple may be - we aren't even sure if they are from Fort Vermilion! Let us know if you know them!
2017.37.97 / Goldsmith, Claire
Look how cute this little one is - it appears they have a snack in one hand and attitude in the other! We are also big fans of the wheels made of tin cans on the pram in the back - very creative! Let us know if you recognize who this little one is.
990.4.106.9 / Ward, Vera
This gentleman is struggling to win the Tug-of-war competition at the "Sports day" competition. Sports day was held every July 1st at the rodeo grounds and was a great time of the community coming together for fun and games! Let us know if you recognize this fellow (or the others in the background).
990.4.3.24 / Bailey, G. Cook
**EDIT**
This is Lawrence Lambert.
We believe this photo is a family shot of Parents and their two daughters. Let us know if you have any further information on who these people might be!
2019.24.109 / Lizotte, Maria
**EDIT**
This is Jean Laferte and wife Christine (Lizotte) with Daughters Louisa (left) and Mary Jane!
Our description of this photo is merely "Unknown young man sitting on a chair". We would love to this person better justice but simply don't know who they are! If you have any leads- please let us know!
2007.68.76 / Goldsmith, Claire
--Edit--
It is suggested that this is Warren Clarke
Does anyone recognize this mother and Children? Our information is very minimal and only indicates that they come from the Peace River area - and we're not sure if that means the actual river or the town of Peace River.
2015.27.40 / Nugent, Mike.
Anyone recognize these two cuties? They are walking the runway at the fashion show for the 1988 Bicentennial Celebrations! The show consisted of many beautiful traditional outfits and early pioneer clothing styles.
2018.08.536 / Cranna Toews, Marilee.
These ladies are sitting on the lawn in front of the Hudson's Bay Store in Buttertown. It's possible that some of them are sisters - or perhaps just friends enjoying a summer afternoon! Let us know if you recognize any of them!
2017.42.49 / Lizotte, Ramsey & Maria
The description we have for this photo simply reads "woman and child". We will say that the porch in the background looks like the one at the Lawrence Ranch - but thats our best lead. We would love to know more about them if you have any information to share!
990.4.76.1 / Randle, Wanda
This photo is labelled as "Cousins Laure Clarke Christians family at Carcajou". Which is great start in determining who is who - but we still need your help to that end! The second image has numbers please put the number beside the name of the people you recognize!
-EDIT-
1 Boxer 2 Jack 3 Skinny 4Neil 5Henry 6 Wally 7 patricia 8 Priscilla 9 Doris 10 Barb 11 Dad 12 mom 13 Russell
2019.24.448 / Lizotte, Maria
Anyone recognize these two men? There are no leads in the description and very little in the picture so far as we can tell!
990.4.64.01 / McAteer, Noreen
We know these gentlemen are the boys of Sheridan and Julia "Juey" Lawrence (seated in front) - but we aren't sure which ones are which! It's possible they are standing in order from eldest to youngest. There were 7 boys in the family named (oldest to youngest) Malcolm, Osborne, Stanley, Issac, Elmer, Oswald, Walter. We've added some numbers to help identify who is who - and we appreciate your help in doing so!
990.4.46.41 / Hopkins, V.
--EDIT--
A friend has confirmed 1-Stanley 2-Walter 3-Oswald 4-Osborne 5- Issac 6-Malcolm 7-Elmer.
The description we have for this photo is "Check if Leonard Lizottes Kids". Can anyone confirm or deny that for us?
2019.24.27 / Lizotte, Maria
Does anyone recognize these individuals? They appear to be bundled in a sleigh (the man on left is holding reigns) and going somewhere of note (the woman on right is in a Fur coat). Let us know if you have any leads!
2000.50.04 / Harrison, David
This photo is labelled as "Mrs. Christiansen" who we are assuming is the matriarch on the left. Her given name is Emma and was married to Amos - they moved their combined family to Fort Vermilion in 1920 settling first near the Paddle (Boyer) river and then moving into Lambert Point to attend school. We are not sure who the girl on the right is - our best guess is one of Emma's daughters. It could be Goldie or Emaline! Let us know if you have any more information.
990.4.42.8 / Hassel, Karl
Anyone recognize these people? The man on left is clearly a "Man of the cloth" and the presence of snow - but lack of jackets on the ladies - indicate warmer (potentially Spring) weather! That's all great but we would love names to identify individuals!
-EDIT-
The priest on the left is Father Merriman
990.4.81.15 / Rocky Lane School
The picture quality isn't great - but we are hoping someone might recognize these two! They appear to be enjoying themselves with the task at hand - potentially on a delivery run. The date for the picture is C.1950 - which means "somewhere around that year".
-EDIT-
This is Peggy Clarke and Alvin Charles
998.1.60.137 / Newman Jack + Pearl
This photo comes from 1930, and though we are unable to label who the three gentleman are - the airplane call sign is CF-AQW. This plane was one of only 9 that were imported from Germany and were considered one of the best bush planes for North America throughout the 20's and 30's. They could carry significant payloads and sometimes even had canoes strapped to their roofs - an impressive feat for the "Junker" plane as they were called. This plane was likely in Fort Vermilion delivering the mail - in 1959 it crashed while fire fighting.
998.5.23.121 / Lamberton, Rev. Hugh and Lillian
Anyone recognize these two ladies? We have no leads on who they are or where they might be.
2005.24.01 / Schartner, Bob
This Gentleman appears to be an employee of the Fort Vermilion Experimental Farm. In this shot he stands amongst a crop of beets. The photo is dated August 19, 1950 - anyone recognize him?
2010.80.15 / Fort Vermilion Experimental Farm
These two appear to be sisters out for a walk on a sunny spring day. Anyone recognize who they are?
2017.42.01 / Lizotte, Ramsey & Maria
-Edit-
This is Gladys Sanderson and Marie Lafleur
This gentleman seems to be battling the same strong winds we have today! The picture isn't great - but if you do recognize him please let us know!
2019.24.48 / Lizotte, Maria
This Lady from Upper Hay River is tanning a moose hide. If you look close you can see she holds a scraping tool in her right hand. The picture is dated 1936. Let us know if you recognize this person!
990.4.79.214 / Reid Gordon
This picture is labelled as "Anglican Priests Lesser Slave Lake with fish catch of the Day" and is dated July 1929. It comes from the Hugh & Lillian Lamberton collection - Hugh being a priest at Fort Vermilion for many years. Do you recognize any of the individuals?
998.5.23.172 / Lamberton, Rev Hugh & Lillian
This is a photo of Father Habay (Back row left) and Father Jungbluth (Back row right) with an unknown family. Both priests worked and travelled throughout much of Northern AB, BC and sometime the territories. Let us know if you recognize these family members!
2006.01.411 / Societe Historique et Genealogique de Smoky River
We aren't sure who this gentleman is but he appears to be having a great time boating across the river. Also of interest are the buildings of Fort Vermilion on the River Bank. You can see the Fort Hotel on the left, then the Edgecomb house (most recently Grandpas Finest) followed by the Hudsons Bay company store (most recently Hydway Hardware) The photo is dated "1940's". Let us know if you recognize this man!
990.4.3.43 / Bailey, G. Cook
These two musicians are unknown! Guitar and fiddle were popular instruments at dances (which sometimes went all night) and there were a number of different families / groups that could play. Let us know if you recognize these two!
990.4.81.6 / Rocky Lane School
This photo is described as "Packing Reindeer at swimming point, Richards Island NWT August 1964." We don't recognize the person doing the packing and were hoping you could help!
2010.80.620 / Fort Vermilion Experimental Farm
Our description for this photo merely states "Couple with two boys". They don't appear to be the Fort Vermilion area (based on the massive tree stump they are perched on and the rolling landscape in the background) but may have connections to the area nonetheless. Let us know if you recognize them or have any further insight!
Mandelin, Rose / 990.4.59.66
Anyone recognize these three? They are performing at the "Hew Chaw Daze" talent show in 1983.
-Edit-
Thanks to some quick responses on Facebook - we know these ladies to be Cynthia Meneen, Candace Mclean - Noskiye, and Julie Ann Mclean
998.1.60.163 / Newman, Jack + Pearl
These 4 hat donning ladies are noted as "Older School girls. The first on the left became Mrs. Rivard". We are assuming Elizabeth to be the one on the left - but please let us know if we are wrong in that assumption / if you recognize the other ladies!
2006.01.53 / Societe Historique et Genealogique de Smoky River
This photo is labelled "Two Shaw students from Peace River at the school in Fort Vermilion 1939". We are not sure if it is the public school, or Residential School but more importantly we are hoping that you can help us identify the bright young minds!
2006.01.80 / Societe Historique et Genealogique de Smoky River
"An unknown Man" is the entire description we have for this photo! Based on the stairs and windows in the background we know that he is standing in front of the Roman Catholic Convent. If you have any further information please let us know!
2006.01.334 / Societe Historique et Genealogique de Smoky River
Though it looks like this is a high flying ace casually cruising through a grass field - this young man is actually attempting to show the discrepancy between fertilized and unfertilized grass. The picture comes from the experimental farm and though it is dated 1956 - we don't know who he is. If you do - please get in touch!
993.4.50.1 / Agriculture Canada
These unknown school children are comfortably gathered on the fence in front of the Lambert Point school in 1949. They appear to be various ages, and could be all the students from the school. In those years only 8 students were required to receive some provincial funding for school operations - the building, supplies and other portion of the teacher wages being the responsibility of the community or attending families. This Lambert Point school is in ruins but still on original location in Lambert Point - find it on our digital map here - https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1DaLDWOdIkx98WeMedQtFdTe2FztYMMg and please let us know if you recognize these young minds!
990.4.3.8 / Bailey, G. Cook
Wow what a catch! We aren't sure who they are, or where they went, but they sure were successful! Let us know if you recognize these big smiles!
**Edit**
This is (L-R) Chris, Eugene and Mike Dextrase
2016.33.01 / Siemens, Elizabeth
This photo is simply titled "Woman at Buffalo Head Prairie". It appears to be winter time and she wears a warm looking toque - the photo stamped as 1924. Let us know if you recognize her!
2000.30.19 / Ward, Edwin
This is a family from 1942. Based on the number of people and apparent ages it could be three generations - though families of 15 (or more) were not uncommon and may only be parents with their children! We have numbered all the individuals on the second picture - so if you recognize someone please comment their name and number!
2006.01.275 / Societe Historique et Genealogique de Smoky River
This is labeled as "the Marriage of John Rygus and Katie Kuieiuk" - but we don't know who is who in the picture! It appears that the other unknown couple is also getting married as their attire is quite similar. The date is November 3 1940. John Rygus was the son of George and Katherine Rygus - based on pictures of those two - our best guess is that John is the fellow far left. We don't have a reference point for Katie.
2006.01.243 / Societe Historique et Genealogique de Smoky River
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John and Katie are the centre couple and it is believed the groomsman on the left is Johns brother Alex and the bridesmaid on the right is Ann Swarnitski.
This young group are having a great time playing hockey on the rink behind the convent! You'll notice only one has skates and there are only two hockey sticks - but there are big smiles! If you recognize these young players - let us know!
2006.01.406 / Societe Historique et Genealogique de Smoky River
These three nuns are believed to be stationed in Fort Vermilion - though we don't know their names so can't confirm that. Please let us know if you recognize them!
2006.01.25 / Societe Historique et Genealogique de Smoky River
These three are labelled as "The Moberly's" but their first names are unknown. They stand on the west end of what appears to be the third Catholic convent - which would date the photo as late 30's / early 40's. Please let us know if you recognize them!
2006.01.367 / Societe Historique et Genealogique de Smoky River
This is a photo of Roy Randolph (right) "and his two buddies" in battle dress. Roy enlisted in WWII - the hat he is wearing indicates he was part of a Scottish or Highlander Regiment. The fellow on the left is wearing a Tom O' Shanter cap while the man in the middle dons a service cap. If you recognize or have leads on who the two on the left may be - please let us know!
2018.27.116 / Randolph, Helen
These three are elegantly dressed and have a very dignified look about them! The gentleman in front is labelled as Michel Lambert (also known as "Peajean" which means "little one"). And the ladies in the back are labelled as "sisters in dyed flour sack dresses" - problem is Michel only had one sister "Liza". The lady on the left kind of looks like Flora Paul (whom Michel married in 1933) but we can't confirm that. If you have any further information or leads to follow -please let us know!
2019.24.34 / Lizotte, Maria
This photo is labelled as "Billy Lambert and his sisters - Liza is in the middle". From our records that means the other two ladies could be either Maryanne, Hannah, Margaret, Catherine, or Lilly. Let us know if you recognize who is who!
2023.03.186 / Wilson, Carol
This picture belongs to the Karl Hassel collection and is labelled "Dad at the cabin with jack fish..." That leads us to speculate that this would be Karls father - but we don't know his name! Also of note is the large jackfish, and if you look close you can see he is holding a string that looks like a white streak through the frame. Whoever this is - was clever in rigging up a system to take a photo of himself!
Hassel, Karl / 990.4.42.31
These dapper dressed young gents appear to be standing on the front lawn of the Old Bay House. Presumably dressed for a special occasion - it is not known what such occasion or who these two are! If you have any leads / information - please let us know!
990.4.79.220 / Reid, Gordon
Can anyone help us identify which Church interior this is? There were two old Anglican churches (St. Lukes and St Barnabas) and two old Catholic Churches (St Henri and St Louis) in the area. We suspect it's either St. Henri or St Luke as they were the larger structures - but would love confirmation.
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Cross referencing photos has confirmed this is the St Henri Church.
990.4.81.47 / Rocky Lane School
Anyone recognize this log tossing participant from the 1988 "Hew Chaw Daze" (Winter Carnival)? Whoever they are - they sure look like they are having a good time!
--EDIT--
This is Verda Cardinal
2017.37.06 / Goldsmith, Claire
This photo is labelled as "Lillian Lamberton with another lady" We are quite certain Lillian is the lady on the right - any one recognize the lady on the left? This photo doesn't appear to be taken in Fort Vermilion - so it's quite possible she isn't from here!
998.5.23.73 / Lamberton, Rev. Hugh and Lillian
This photo is titled "L-R Uncle Victor, Grace Smith, Stan's sister, grandchildren" - which leaves us with a bit of missing information we are hoping you can help with!
1. What is Victors last name?
2. What is Stans sisters (lady on right) name?
3. What are the names of the children?
Thanks a bunch!
-EDIT-
The lady on the right is Sheila, Child on the left is Sherry and child on the right is Laurie.
2019.24.76 / Lizotte, Maria
Anyone recognize this officer? Or perhaps what section of the forces the uniform is from?
990.04.01.34 / Ardley, Mary
For the Bicentennial celebrations in 1988 the "Waseskuan Cultural Dancers" group came to Fort Vermilion to perform during the Heritage Day celebrations. This striking photo of one dancer was taken during that celebration - and we would love to know who they are / pass this great photo along to them!
--Edit--
This is the late Donovan "Yotin" Bellerose
990.4.29.197 / Fort Vermilion Bicentennial Association
This is a photo of Father Emile Jungbluth o.m.i. and his language teacher. From historical records we know this tutor was teaching him the Beaver language - but we don't know what his name was. Let us know if you recognize him!
2006.01.58 / Societe Historique et Genealogique de Smoky River
Happy Valentines day! ❤️ Does anyone recognize these lovers? The photo is pretty blurry but it is dated 1930 and looks like these two just got married! Let us know if you recognize them!
998.5.23.179 / Lamberton, Hugh and Lillian
Does anyone recognize this duo from the 1983 "Hew Chaw Daze" Talent show?
998.1.60.172 / Newman, Jack and Pearl
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Wayne Lambert is playing guitar and Howard Lizotte is playing fiddle!
The description we have for this picture is "A man and his horse" - which is true - but we have a hunch there is more of a story to this picture. Anyone have leads on who this may be or the occasion for being dressed up?
Ward, Vera / 990.4.106.40
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This is Henry Harry Clarke
This photo is labelled as "Lyle Howe? showing off his curling sweater". Can anyone confirm or deny that it is Lyle Howe? All we can confirm is that it is a great sweater!
2023.03.58 / Wilson, Carol
--EDIT--
This is confirmed as Lyle Howe
It would appear that this man is making a trip back from the garden at the experimental farm with a beautiful selection of cauliflower. He also appears to be wearing a handmade fringed hide jacket. Does anyone recognize him?
993.4.46.9 / Agriculture Canada
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This is Bobby Mclean
Summer is just around the corner and rhubarb will be ripe for the picking just like these folks! We recognize the person second from the left as Lillian Lamberton - the others we are not sure. Anyone else have insight as to who they may be? The photo is c.1930
2003.08.21 / Henry, Jim
These two were at the Rocky Lane rodeo in 1979 - and based on the trophy they hold and the ribbons on their hats - must have had a successful time! If you know who they are please comment below!
2019.24.259 / Lizotte, Maria
These two have been identified as Curtis Chalifoux and Leon Deeza
This photo is labelled as "An unknown Metis Family". There is no date and we aren't even sure if they have roots in the Fort Vermilion area. In any case - we are interested to know who they are and are hoping you may be able to help!
2005.28.22 / Smoky River Historical and Genealogical Society
This photo was taken in Stoney point at Sarah Charles's (Right) home. The man on the left is her brother in law Pierre Lizotte - but the child on Sarah's knee is simply labelled as "Likely one of Sarah's grandchildren". Does anyone recognize them? Or have leads on who they may be?
990.4.20.9 / Ducharme, Iola
The man on the left is Pierre Lizotte.
We missed posting this week - but have a great photo that we hope you can help identify! This is a photo of a public speaking contest at Rocky Lane featuring students from Rainbow Lake, Rocky Lane, Fort Vermilion, La Crete and Buffalo Head. We have added numbers to the individuals to help identify them - if you recognize anyone please let us know!
2000.35.02.42 / Bell, Lorna
#9 is Katherine Rose
#8 Doreen Feenstra
#17 Veronica Mitchell
This is Mrs. Iola Clarke grade 1+2 class from 1964 - and we don't recognize anyone! Hopefully you can help us out in the comments below?
990.4.68.15 / Newman
#2 Brad Tourangeau, #3 Stuart Mcateer, #5 Greg Newman, #6 Don Ward, #10 + 22 Saunder Brothers, #11 Danny Ferguson, #12 Alma Judd, #13 Karen Siemens, #14 Ruby Judd, #15 Heather Siemens, #16 Gary Smith, #17 Veronica Batt, #18 Anita Mcateer, #19 Becky Mcateer, #20 Jenny Butcher.
This photo is from the 1996 fall fair and in it we have John Simpson on the left handing over an award to someone labelled as "Rocky Lane Bench Show Fair contestant". It is likely they were the master exhibitor that year and are being presented with a cheque of their winnings - does anyone know who they are?
2018.08.762 / Cranna Toews, Marilee
This is Eunice Johnson
The caption we have for this photo is incomplete and reads "L-R Elsie Lizotte( Narcisse's Wife), George Lambert, Clarkes sisters holding...". We are hoping you might be able to help us in finishing it by identifying the last 3 individuals!
2019.24.33 / Lizotte, Maria
We know #5 is Napolean LaFleur and 6 is Jimmy Richards - but the others are unknown and we were hoping you could help us identify them!
2019.24.401 / Lizotte, Maria
--EDIT--
No. 8 is Narcisse Bellerose and No.1 is Carl Sanderson
This fellow is running in the horse races at "Sports Day" - and although we can't determine what place he is in - his hair, clothes and blur of the picture indicate he is moving quite quickly! Sports day took place every July 1st at the Rodeo grounds - and though it looks different now - the celebrations happening this July 1st uphold the spirit of this historic event! Let us know if you recognize this racer!
990.4.59.13 / Mandelin, Rose
These fine folk are on a boat for a trip to the sandbar with the F.A.C.T (Families In Action For Community Togetherness) program. The photo was taken in 1986 and we are hoping that you might recognize a family member or friend and let us know who is who!
990.4.24.3 / F.A.C.T
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(L-R) Carla, Lorelle, Shelley (in back), Leah, Treena Cardinal, Dawn Supernault.
This photo is labelled as "Carl Sanderson and Unknown man."
Our best guess is that Carl is the gentleman on the left - please let us know if you recognize the man on the right!
990.4.20.17 / Ducharme, Iola
Does anyone recognize these three lads? They appear to be contentedly hanging out in the corn patch underneath the laundry line on a sunny summers day - but we don't recognize them! Unfortunately there is no date or location for the photo.
2017.42.05 / Lizotte, Ramsey & Maria
--EDIT--
These are the Lizotte brothers (L-R) Ramsey, Rupert aka "Six Toes", and Albert.
Does anyone recognize these two "Fort Flyers"? Their trophies indicate they are winners - with uniforms that great how could you not be? Also, if anyone recognizes the child - we would love to identify them as well!
2019.24.556 / Lizotte, Maria
--EDIT--
(L-R) William and Westley Ducharme wearing the Fort Flyers baseball uniform.
Judy Ducharme is the child in the middle.
As school starts next week -here is a throwback to Rocky Lane grades 9,10, and 11 in 1960! Anyone recognize these studious (and sharply dressed) students?
990.4.81.1 / Rocky Lane School
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1. Wilbert Hawrliuk, 2. Peter Hawrliuk, 3. Doug Gray, 4. Henry Morman, 5. Frank Sokoloski, 6.Walter Kowal, 7. Rosie Batt, 8. Irene Sarapuk, 9. Gail Batt, 10. Russel Pylpiw, 11. George Kowal, 12. Christine Lambert or Alvina Mineault, 13. Gloria Sarapuk, 14. Caroline Batt, 15. George Meyers, 16. Iris Batt, 17. Ardy Lambert, 18. Louise Buckmeyer.
This photo is simply described as "Mary Ardley with the Weenusk captain". The Weenusk was a motor boat that was built in Vancouver, shipped by rail to Peace River town, and operated on the Peace River from 1920 to 1938. It was a HBC boat and later replaced by the Weenusk II. Anyone recognize who the captain of the Weenusk might be?
990.4.1.44 / Ardley, Mary
This young lady is celebrating her sweet sixteen (according to the description with the photo) but we have no idea who it is. Though it is a bit blurry we are hoping some of you may recognize her! Let us know in the comments if you have any leads!
Haessel, Karl / 990.4.42.10
This is a photo of a picnic in front of the Old Bay house from 1930. You may recognize the distinct railing of the front porch and bay window from the north side of the house. What we don't recognize is who these mothers and children are. If you have any leads - please let us know!
2003.08.16 / Henry, Jim
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(L-R) Olive Bresse with son Jay; Rachel Sibbald with sons Cory and Anthony; Jim Henry standing; Valle’ Gray with Roberta and Patricia. 1937/ 1938
Anyone recognize these 4 students? We have very little information on the picture - simply that they are students - if you know anymore - please let us know!
2000.35.02.20 / Bell, Lorna
Does anyone recognize this construction crew? The've got their tool belts on and are mid construction of the Fort Vermilion Library in 1994. The construction of a library was one of the requested projects by the community to the Bicentennial committee in 1988. Thanks largely to Pearl Newman (among others) and their persistence - the library opened in 1995. Let us know if you recognize these tool (and mullet) bearers!
2008.23.150 / Goldsmith, Claire.
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(L-R) Gary Moberly, Malcolm Mitchell, Norma Mitchell, Nelson Judd.
This a confirmation class at the St Louis Church in Buttertown. We have a list of people in the photo - but are struggling to connect the names to the faces. The names listed are:
Back Row: L-R Isaac Paul, Ami Lambert, Ralph Lizotte, Arthur Lizotte, 2 unknown boys
Middle Row: L-R Frieda Lizotte, Jenny Lizotte, Pearl Lizotte, Shirley Lizotte
Front Row: George Lizotte daughters: Unknown, Moira Lambert, Hilda Lambert
If you could help us connect the names with the numbers we have added to the photo that would be greatly appreciated!
-EDIT-
1) Lornie Paul, 2) Norman Lambert, 3) Ami Lambert, 4) Frieda Lizotte, 5) Ralph Lizotte, 6) Justine Lizotte, 7) Jenny Lizotte, 8.) Arthur Lizotte, 9) Moira Lambert 10) Vyrl Lizotte, 11) Father John, 12) Philip Lambert? 13) Hilda Lambert, 14) Shirley Lambert 15) Wilbert Lizotte, 16) Punch Lambert, 17) George Lizotte, 18) Elaire Lizotte, 19) Ernest Lizotte, 20) Howard Lizotte.
These are the boy Scouts from 1967 posing in their uniforms at the year end campfire and wiener roast hosted at the experimental farm. Mike Rudakewich assisted in leading the boy scouts for a few years and is the photographer of this photo. We have a few guesses as to whom some of the boys may be - but would love your input!
2015.50.05 / Rudakewich, Mike
-EDIT-
4 Roy? 6 Johnson Sewepegaham or Simon Nanooch, 7 Rolly Auger, 9 Bobby Auger, 10 Roderick Blesse, 12 Con Mercredi, 13 Simon Nanooch, 14 Roderick Nanooch, 15 Leonard Nanooch, 17 Charlie Auger
This photo is simply labelled as "Kids from the Lambert point school". It is dated 1948 and based on their various bags and wagon of books looks like they are heading home for the summer! Let us know if you recognize any of them.
990.4.3.7 / Bailey, G. Cook
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(L-R) Frank Schlitz, Ralph Schlitz, Harvey Hassel, Unknown, Unknown, Cecil Mitchell.
This guitarist is performing at (we think) the Tallcree school Christmas Concert. The photo was taken by Claire Goldsmith and if you look closely you can see the hat reads "Dene Summer Games Rae-Edzo N.W.T 1987" We aren't sure of a date this photo was taken but please Let us know if you recognize this musician or know the date!
--EDIT--
This is Anthony Gon
2017.37.77 / Goldsmith, Claire
Does anyone recognize these two cuties? The pile of lumber and sawdust in the background indicate they are near a sawmill - but the flowers they are standing amongst, casual attire and contagious smirks have us longing for summer days!
990.4.106.54 / Ward, Vera
--EDIT--
On the left is Sheldon Clarke, on the right unknown.
The 2025 curling season started in FV yesterday! Today we are asking who comprises this curling team from the 1997 season? It's possible they are not from FV - bonspiels used to draw teams from the whole of Northern Alberta to compete. Some stories even claiming 30 teams and a schedule requiring games being played throughout the night! Let us know if you recognize these 4 folk!
2020.23.94 / Smith, Louise
--EDIT --
This is Rupert Meneen, Wanita Mitchell-Uhersky, Margo Mcateer, Larry Uhersky.
Sometimes a face is very familiar but we just can't quite place their name - such is the case with this photo! If you recognize this elder please help us remember and let us know!
990.4.5.27 / Bell, Lily
--EDIT--
This is Pascal Gladue
Not only does the smile on this gentleman radiate "life" and have a contagious nature about it - so does his hair! We estimate him to be in his late 40's and would love to know his secret for luscious locks! The photo is dated Oct' 1962 - let us know if you recognize him!
2005.24.21 / Schartner, Bob
--EDIT--
This is Wilfred Constant (coosta) Paul
These teens appear to be having a blast in the mud at (we assume) Buttertown beach. A beautiful space in the summer for swimming, campfires, beach games - and as seen here - mud; buttertown beach has been a hangout hotspot for generations. Let us know if you recognize these teens!
990.4.24.2 / F.A.C.T.
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(L-R) this is Shelley Mercredi, Sheldon Mercredi and Leah Mercredi. Boy in front unknown.
This photo (dated 1930) is labelled "Hugh and Lillian [Lamberton] and others"
We are quite certain that Hugh is number 1 and Lillian is number 4 - if you recognize the others please let us know!
998.5.23.126 / Lamberton, Rev. Hugh and Lillian
Does anyone recognize this fiddle player from the 1988 Bicentennial Celebrations? He was playing fiddle for the "Fort toe Tappers" a square dancing group that performed on a float in the parade and again later on stage at homecoming.
990.4.29.182 / Fort Vermilion & District Bicentennial Association
--EDIT--
This is William Cardinal, also known as "Teabags".