The life and times of pioneer businessmen like Thomas Tweed, John Ewart and James Lougheed provide a fascinating glimpse into the past and provide us with the opportunity to explore broader historical events in a relatable context. They, like many others, demonstrated foresight, fortitude and resilience as they shared a powerful vision for both their themselves and the community they served.
Their contribution is an important part of the history of Medicine Hat and is worthy of being recognized and documented. READ ONĀ
Hi, Bill! Many thanks for another great article! I hadn’t realized I grew up a few blocks away from the oldest brick house in Alberta, or that former premier Lougheed had Medicine Hat connections–as the saying goes, “Live and learn”!
Cheers, and “Merry Christmas”–
Chuck