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Auger
Description:
Drilling device/auger with "U" shaped turn device as opposed to "T" handle. This was a bridge auger that belonged to George Walker and was used by Cascade Fir.
Date of Object:
ca. 1950
Accession #:
989.29.01
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Boat Motor
Description:
This is an opposed Evinrude twin motor that was used to power the long boat from 29 Mile to Lillooet Lake head. It has been mounted on a stand with wheels to make transportation easier. It was in use from approximately 1930 until mid 1950's. Before the power line to Harrison Lake was built, this was the only access. The boat hauled people and supplies up and down the lake. Sonny Taylor drove this boat. The motor was rescued by Jim Decker. The longboat was last seen in the 80's when it was buried in the Ure Creek debris torrent. Jim Decker gave it to George Henry who stored it before donating it to the Museum.
Date of Object:
c. 1930's
Accession #:
014.07.01
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Boot
Description:
Woman or child's s boot found in basement of Wilson farm. It is a mid-ankle length boot with a nailed sole. The laces are missing but eyelets are visible.
Date of Object:
ca. 1920
Accession #:
013.07.02
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Miller Creek Bridge Sign
Description:
Miller Creek highway bridge sign found floating in Lillooet Lake after 1984 flood. The wooden sign has a laminate face and reflective paint.
Date of Object:
ca. 1984
Accession #:
012.26.01
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1661 Trapper Nelson Indian Pack Board
Description:
Pack board Backpack. Made from Canvas with a wooden frame. Maker "Jones Tent & Awning Ltd. Vancouver B.C. - Pioneer Brand Trapper Nelson Indian Pack Board # 3. This object was donated by Don Wildfong - we anticipate Don used the pack board for hiking, fishing and hunting expeditions while living in the area.
Date of Object:
ca. 1950
Accession #:
013.03.01
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Pack Saddle
Description:
This item belonged to Birken resident Greer and is an 1880 wooden pack saddle. It has a wooden body with metal nails and leather straps. Parts of the wood are cracked. Condition is poor.
Date of Object:
ca. 1880
Accession #:
011.18.01
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Shoe
Description:
Child's shoe found in basement of Wilson Farm. It is a small ballet slipper style of shoe, dark brown or black in colour with a stitched sole.
Date of Object:
ca. 1920
Accession #:
013.07.01
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