Some FAMILY Names that Made History in Medicine Hat- Mitchell, Hargrave and Sissons and a Bear named “Nancy”. READ ON
“We are Family…”
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Category Archives: Genealogical Research and Related Articles
The Shamrock Bottling Works-A Historic Medicine Hat Business and Local Landmark
Shamrock Bottling Works was one of those small diverse industries, which became a Medicine Hat business success story, and which will be ever remembered by those growing up in the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s as both a historical landmark and a successful local industry. It is yet another chapter in the history of Medicine Hat … one which for many brings back fond memories of yesteryear. READ ON
Beny’s Medicine Hat -A Legacy in the Automotive Industry and Another Important Medicine Hat Historical Narrative
Anyone who grew up in Medicine Hat in the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s would be well familiar with the automotive dealership simply known as “Beny’s Medicine Hat”. From very humble beginnings, the Beny name became synonymous with the automotive industry and its history reflects an iconic business success story, which is worthy of being documented as another important chapter in the history of Medicine Hat. READ ON
“Gone But Not Forgotten”-The Inexplicable Disappearance of the Reverend Robert Ross and the Captivating True Life Story of His Wife Pearl Ross and Her Young Family
A True Bow Island Mystery! READ ON
“What’s in a name? What is meant by the word “District’ in the Historical Society of Medicine Hat and District
Those interested in the history of Medicine Hat may find this article of interest. It is entitled, “What’s in a name? –What is meant by the word “District’ in the Historical Society of Medicine Hat and District
Pashley and the Canadian Version of the Cage Green Farm- A Historical Vignette
Here is another interesting chapter in the history of Medicine Hat and District entitled “Pashley and the Canadian Version of the Cage Green Farm- A Historical Vignette”
READ ON by cilicking on the link above
“The Apple Does Not Fall Far From the Tree”
The Story of George Lyall Arbuthnott McIntosh and his son John “Jack” McIntosh and their Very Special and Unique Connection to Medicine Hat READ ON
The story behind a WWII Halifax bomber and its unique nose art and the young pilot who flew the aircraft is another interesting chapter in the history of Medicine Hat. 
“Some Old Glass Negatives Found in the Sommer’s Cabin”-The Story of the Jenkins Family from Medicine Hat and an Interesting Historical Discovery
A rare discovery in an abandoned cabin resulted in the author going down a geneolgoical and historical “rabbit hole” to borrow a phrase from the ‘Adventures of Alice in Wonderland’. It tells the interesting story about the Jenkins family from Medicine Hat
Porter’s Hill, Stoney Creek, the RP Ranch and the History of the Porter Family of Medicine Hat -A Ranching Legacy
A Mother’s Lament-“A Boy of My Heart”
The history of Medicine Hat, Redcliff and the surrounding area provides some interesting and compelling stories, which for some brings back memories from yesteryear. My interest in genealogy and history often intersects with some amazing results. History is important!
Here is a story of a young man from Redcliff who paid the ultimate price on the battlefield of France and it is a story which should be told … .Lest We Forget!
It is entitled “A Mother’s Lament -Boy of My Heart” and places the horrific loss of a young patriot in greater historical context.
