Description

Photograph of former Jopprud Rooming House, 157 3rd Ave East, owned by Pommiers. This house sat on the lot which is approximately where the bowling alley sits now. The house, at the time of the photo was owned by Pommiers, bought in 1955. It was owned by Joppruds from 1945 to 1955. It also was possibly the Apostolic Church earlier. The house burnt down on February 21st 1958. The fire started in the Shaunavon Motors Garage, and took the life of 2 men. The photo was printed July 1956 but taken earlier due to snow on the ground.

Materials

photographic paper

Measurements

14.5 cm W x 9 cm H

Marks/Labels

Inscription: Mrs Jopprud’s Apartment-house burnt down February 21st 1958

Category

Photograph, Black-and-White