As is often the case, I went down another “rabbit hole”, which resulted in this brief historical episode.
Let me explain!
“The Mad Hatter by Finn Bridge”- A Medicine Hat Historical Vignette
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Macleod Trail (Medicine Hat) and the Historical Connection to the Wild Wild West
History Is important!
Here is another interesting chapter in the history of Medicine Hat. It is a story about a existing local street or roadway, which has imporant historical connection to the wild wild west!
Joseph Henry “Joe” Fisher-A “True Genuine” Medicine Hat Hockey Legend
This article was written and submitted in support of the nomination of Joe Fisher to the Medicine Hat Sports Wall of Fame.
Do you think he is deserving of such an honor?
I will let you be the judge!
The Josephburg Trail
Here is another interesting story that demonstrates the perseverance and courage of the early settlers of southeastern Alberta and southwestern Saskatchewan. It is another chapter in the history of Medicine Hat and the surrounding area. READ ON
Germans from Galicia
For those in Medicine Hat and elsewhere who are interested in local history and genealogy may find this story of some interest. READ ON
The “Cos”- A Nostalgic Look Back at the History of the Cosmopolitan Hotel (Medicine Hat)
Here is another interesting story about another iconic Medicine Hat landmark
A Proud Riverside Rat! A Historical Vignette of “Riverside” at Medicine Hat, Alberta
My fondest memories of growing up in Medicine Hat was the time our family lived on Riverside. These were my formative years (1950-1962) and I have vivid memories of spending the summers at the Heald pool and the winter months on the high board outdoor hockey rink with the “ancient” shack, where we would put on our skates and warm up after being out on the rink during the frigid winter temperatures. READ ON
Pocahontas and the Campbell Clan from Scotland and the Amazing Familial Relationship to the Scheibner Family from Gem, Alberta
The Mad Hatter Historian
“History and genealogy often intersect with amazing results”(William J Anhorn).
Here is an interesting story…. which provides ample evidence or undeniable proof of the foregoing statement. The story is entitled, Pocahontas and the Campbell Clan from Scotland and the Amazing Familial Relationship to the Scheibner Family from Gem, Alberta
The Importance of Grandparents-From A Genealogical Perspective
(Or Why I Treat My Wife Like Royalty)
By William J Anhorn K.C. ICD.D
Here is an article which is a slight departure from my usual offering relating to Medicine Hat history but it may be of interest to some as it explores my other passion-genealogy.
The Medicine Hat “Wolf Pack” Hockey Team and their Unique Connection to World War II
–How the hopes, dreams and aspirations of some of these young men from Medicine Hat were impacted by the Second World War
