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Scott Lilwall

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Recent work by Scott

A newspaper advertisement for the Rainbow Ballroom.
history entertainment

A moment in history: Jan. 31, 1951

On this day in 1951, those looking for a party were getting ready to hit one of Edmonton's hottest clubs.

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A newspaper clipping that reads, "Queen Mother's phone stolen"
history

A moment in history: Jan. 24, 1975

On this day in 1975, thieves stole a telephone that had been custom-made for Queen Elizabeth.

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A newspaper clipping showing people who contributed to the Citadel in 1975, including Sandy Mactaggart.
history arts

A moment in history: Jan. 17, 1975

On this day in 1975, one of Edmonton's most influential philanthropists was being honoured for contributions to the Citadel Theatre.

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A newspaper clipping from 1916 that details an orchestra performance at the Hotel Selkirk.
history downtown

A moment in history: Jan. 10, 1916

On this day in 1916, one of Edmonton's most storied hotels was hosting an orchestral performance.

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A newspaper clipping discussing the Freemason Hall.
history downtown

A moment in history: Dec. 20, 1946

On this day in 1946, a funeral was held in the Freemason Lodge downtown.

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A newspaper clipping that reads, "Syndicate Buys Agency Building."
history downtown

A moment in history: Dec. 13, 1945

On this day in 1945, one of Edmonton's oddest downtown office buildings was sold.

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A newspaper clipping that reads, "Getting toehold on pedway a mean feat for pedestrians"
downtown transit

A moment in history: Dec. 6, 1977

On this day in 1977, commuters were frustrated by delays in the construction of Edmonton's new pedway network.

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A newspaper clipping from 1969. The headline reads, "Phone beefs 'misleading'"
history business

A moment in history: Nov. 29, 1969

On this day in 1969, Edmonton's city-owned telephone company was defending itself in a newspaper.

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A newspaper clipping of a person with a moutache. The headline reads "William Short"
history

A moment in history: Nov. 22, 1912

On this day in 1912, William Short was aiming to be the mayor of Edmonton once again

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