130 years ago: The Kootenay Mail, January 12, 1895
Deep snow in Revelstoke prevented mailman John Neilson from leaving for Big Bend. Neilson always travelled with the mail via his dog train, or dog sled. He had intended to leave the week previously, but decided the mail delivery would have to wait until the snow hardened.
120 years ago: Revelstoke Herald, January 12, 1905
A “Bean Social” was held by the Ladies’ Aid of the Methodist Church. The evening’s refreshments were baked beans and brown bread. Attendees dropped in to have a bite of beans and bread to energize themselves for the evening’s activities of skating, curling, and driving.
110 years ago: Revelstoke Mail-Herald, January 9, 1915
A multitude of sleigh drives were held in Revelstoke. Both child and adult alike were delighted by this snowy activity, and there was an overwhelming amount of accounts from people that had an absolutely wonderful time. Most of the sleigh drives took place at Greely, and many were accompanied by a dance and social, complete with delicious food. Many different renditions of “For He’s A Jolly Good Fellow” and “Auld Lang Syne” closed out the events.
100 years ago: Revelstoke Review, January 14, 1925
The Revelstoke Fire Brigade held its annual meeting and banquet. There was a large attendance of members and friends of the brigade who joined along in the social banquet. There was a beautiful and joyful selection of music played, along with games and refreshments. The 1925 election of officers took place as well, with positions such as Chief and Assistant Chief being filled with new members.
90 years ago: The Revelstoke Review, January 11, 1935
The Revelstoke Ski Club was one of only two ski clubs in BC to be recognized by the Canadian Amateur Ski Association. The CASA had refused to recognize tournaments and representatives of clubs that were not affiliated with the organization. Luckily for the Revelstoke Club, it was recognized by the Association, along with the Vancouver Winter Sports Club.
80 years ago: The Revelstoke Review, January 11, 1945
At the regular meeting of the city council, Revelstoke’s place in post-war aviation development was discussed at length. The mayor and aldermen felt that Revelstoke’s place in the development was extremely important and warranted much consideration. It was decided that the matter of a landing strip and all associated questions would be taken up with the Aviation Council, as well as the local Post-War Rehabilitation Committee.
70 years ago: Revelstoke Review, January 13, 1955
A new ferry was ready for service on the Arrow Lakes. MV Arrow Park was ready to begin service after the previous CPR sternwheeler; “The Minto”, was retired the previous spring. The vessel had been assembled in Castlegar, and would be able to transport 15 cars and between 90-95 passengers. Most excitingly, it would also have a coffee bar and lounge accommodation.
60 years ago: Revelstoke Review, January 7, 1965
The Revelstoke Ski Club was hosting an Open Slalom Derby in Mount Revelstoke National Park. There would be races in every age from Junior to Senior in both Women and Men’s categories. Canada’s National Ski Team would also be participating which was very exciting. Additionally, there was also going to be a banquet with a public dance to follow.
50 years ago: Revelstoke Review, January 9, 1975
There were going to be several new classes offered at the Okanagan College in Revelstoke. 377 people had enrolled in night classes in the fall of 1974, and the College was hoping to increase that number in 1975. Some of the new classes being offered were creative writing, budget cooking, knitting and crocheting, as well as Spanish for beginners.
40 years ago: Revelstoke Review, January 9, 1985
The Boys and Girls Club of Revelstoke held its first successful Christmas Tree Bonfire in Centennial Park. The program director said that they had so many requests to pick up trees that they began at 9am and went until 5pm, and yet they still did not get all of the trees offered. There were about 80 to 90 spectators for the bonfire, and hot chocolate was provided by the Revelstoke Co-op.
30 years ago: Revelstoke Times Review, January 10, 1995
Rehearsals were well underway for the Revelstoke production of The Sound of Music. The production was a collaboration between Revelstoke Secondary School and the Revelstoke Theatre Company. The Theatre Company saved a bit of money and at the same time involved the high school in the arts. The production had a full cast, and the community was very excited.
20 years ago: Revelstoke Times Review, January 12, 2005
Local Revelstoke charities, as well as city council were raising money for relief agencies that were sending aid to those affected by the Boxing Day earthquake and tsunami in Southern Asia. The Revelstoke Rotary Club, for instance had donated $5000, and St. Peter’s Anglican Church had donated $2000. The Revelstoke United Church was donating money through its national organization and the Grizzlies were asking patrons to donate cash at their home games. Everything and anything was needed to help those across the world. Altogether the city ended up contributing $24,000 to the relief efforts.
