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Clement Welch: A Passion for Choral Music – Updated
James Clement Welch (1871-1962) emigrated from England to Canada in 1886, the year of Vancouver’s incorporation as a city — and the year of Clement’s 15th birthday. By the time he was in his mid-30s, he would lead what would … Continue reading
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The Original Cellar, 2514 Watson (1956-63)
Partly visible behind the head of the fellow far left is The Trio (1954), an enamelled linocut by Vancouver artist Harry Webb. Go here for the only known film images of the original Cellar club (and a few seconds showing bearded artist … Continue reading
Vancouver As It Was: A Photo-Historical Journey 