Underground private clubs started popping up, including After Midnight, which became Numbers, which became Divas, still open to this day. Klein said not many people know Saskatoon's sexual history, largely due to conservative governments being voted into office in the early to mid s and conservative narratives being pushed forward. Pseudonyms will no longer be permitted.
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Comments are welcome while open. We reserve the right to close comments at any time. By its population had soared to 12, and by it was 43, Saskatoon was incorporated as a city in and the University of Saskatchewan was founded in Memorial Art Gallery was founded in Saskatoon suffered severely during the depression of the s. However, the second half of the 20th century brought prosperity. Saskatoon continued to grow and its boundaries were extended to include neighbouring communities.
By the population of Saskatoon had risen to , Amenities in the city improved. Jun 20 High runoff levels caused flooding along the river in Saskatoon and forced closure of several sections of the Meewasin Trail. Residents were warned to restrict water use until the sanitary and storm sewer systems emptied. Jan 16 The abandoned 19th Street rail overpass was demolished as part of the River Landing development.
May 11 As part of the Centennial celebrations, the Centennial logo was painted along the city boundaries. May 26 Saskatoon celebrated its th anniversary as a city. Civic staff held an outdoor showcase during the day. That evening, a gala celebration was held at the Western Development Museum that evening to mark the day on which the City of Saskatoon was officially incorporated.
Jun 26 A special Council meeting was held to commemorate the th anniversary of the first city council meeting in Saskatoon. Former councillors and mayors were invited to take part in the ceremony.
Sept 8 The Traffic Bridge re-opened after being closed for repairs for almost a year. Sept 14 The sod turning was for held for the new Persephone Theatre site. Oct 25 Civic elections were held. Nov 25 Saskatoon hosted the Vanier Cup, Canadian university football championship. Jul 9 The Circle Drive Bridge pedestrian underpass for officially opened. Sept 28 The Circle Drive Bridge widening project was finally completed.
Nov 16 The pedestrian overpass on 22nd Street in the Blairmore Suburban Centre was officially opened. Jun 20 Major amenities on the Phase I portion of the River Landing riverfront were officially opened. Houses on 11th Street were requisitioned to serve as military hospitals during Riel Rebellion.
West bank settlement was incorporated as a village and took the name "Saskatoon". First telephone exchange established by Saskatoon pioneer Dr. First settlement occurred west of the tracks - in present-day Riversdale.
Village Overseer James Wilson reported on a census taken by himself showing the population of Saskatoon to be First trainload of Barr colonists camped near present-day Victoria Park before continuing their trek.
Saskatoon's first electrical generating plant later the Waterworks was built at Avenue H and 11th Street West. The City Charter for the newly-incorporated City of Saskatoon an amalgamation of the communities of Saskatoon, Nutana and Riversdale was given Royal Assent in the provincial Legislature. First City Council acclaimed following uncontested nomination meeting. The newly-proclaimed City of Saskatoon officially celebrated its inauguration. It was reported to Council that arrangements had been made with "Miss Sisley" to operate the newly-acquired Hatt property as a hospital until such time as the new Municipal Hospital was built.
Saskatoon's first electric streetlights were switched on, to the accompaniment of a band contest and fireworks display. Saskatoon's best known and only marine disaster occurred when the steamer "City of Medicine Hat" fetched up against one of the piers of the Traffic Bridge and sank.
City Hospital-the first municipally owned hospital in Western Canada-opened. University classes began in temporary quarters in the Drinkle Building and Victoria School. Village of Sutherland pop. The 20th Street footbridge was built over CN's downtown rail yards to provide a pedestrian link between downtown and Riversdale. A New power plant christened the A. The Saskatoon Municipal Railway began operation, carrying more than 3,, passengers in its first year.
Saskatoon's Ethel Catherwood won ladies running high jump at Olympics with a jump of 5' 3". The first ever air mail delivery from Winnipeg arrived in Saskatoon. The Cenotaph was unveiled at its original location in the center of 21st St.
Last streetcar crossed 19th Street Traffic Bridge. Federal census figures for Saskatoon showed a decline in population to 41,, a result of hardship caused by the Great Depression. Saskatoon pioneer merchant and Mayor ; , James Clinkskill, died at age Pioneer farmer, rancher, and Mayor of Saskatoon in , Russell Wilson, died two weeks after suffering a stroke. Bus line to Sanatorium Avenue K South was discontinued due to lack of patronage. Saskatoon Light Infantry mobilized under Lt.
Weir completed across the river upstream of the 33rd St. James R. Robert M. Montgomery Place was built as part of the Veterans Land Act settlement plan for returning war veterans. Saskatoon businessman and Mayor in , Frank R.
First electric trolley bus was put into service marking the beginning of the end for the old streetcars. The Western Development Museum Act was proclaimed. The Sewage Disposal plant north of the 33rd Street railway bridge exploded. The Memorial Cairn on the river bank near the Broadway Bridge was dedicated to the memory of Saskatoon's pioneers.
Angus W. Montgomery Place was officially incorporated into City of Saskatoon. Saskatoon's first shopping centre opened at Clarence Avenue and Taylor St. Howard McConnell, Mayor of Saskatoon in , died at the age of City of Saskatoon and CNR signed an agreement for removal of downtown rail facilities.
Saskatchewan Technical Institute now Sask Polytech officiallyl opened. Last passenger train to use CNR's downtown terminal passed through Saskatoon. Temporary extension of 22nd Street cut through old downtown railway yards.
Demolition began on the old pedestrian bridge that crossed over the downtown railway yards south of 20th Street. Construction crews began to dismantle and fill in the 23rd Street Subway. George W. John S. Last electric trolley bus made its final run before being pulled out of service.
Steve N. Century Saskatoon time capsule on the riverbank near the Bessborough was sealed. Percy C. Saskatoon Blades played in the first event held in the new Saskatchewan Place Arena. Arena Rink closed for the last time. CPR Station at 24th St. Ernest J. The City of Saskatoon implemented a pilot program to encourage the composting of leaf and grass waste in the city. The Blairmore Ring potash monument was removed from Rotary Park, where it had stood since the mids.
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