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The Government of the Province of Alberta Prosperity Certificate

Object is a certificate reading "The Government of the Province of Alberta Prosperity certificate, Issued August 5, 1936", signed by William Aberhart - Social Credit, AB Premier 1935-43 and the Provincial Treasurer who's signature is unreadable. Writing in the corner reads "Presented to RN Thompson - 9 Sept 64". The certificate is framed in a black wooden frame.

Banquet in honour of Dr. Frank Patterson, M.L.A., Leader of the B.C. Conservative Party, Mission City, B.C., Oct . 7, 1937.

Item is a panorama of banquet in honour of Dr. Frank Patterson, M.L.A., Leader of the B.C. Conservative Party. The panorama is taken overlooking the guests seated at long rectangular tables that are adorned with white table cloths, china, silverware, and flowers. The banquet is in a hall with wood paneling on the lower section of the wall, with large three pane windows with floral bouquets featured in the centre on the window sill. There is a stage in the background with the head banquet table in front. The title of the panorama and photographer are written in white cursive and underlined. The title is located on the upper right corner and the photographer the lower right corner.

Thompson family photo.

Item is a print photograph of Robert Thompson standing with his family in a greenhouse. Thompson stands third from the right.

15th Alberta Lighthorse, 2nd. Camp Detail, Sarcee, Sept. 1940.

Item is a panorama of the 15th Alberta Light Horse, 2nd Camp Detail in Sarcee, Alberta. The regiment is in military uniforms and hats posing for a photograph. There are four standing rows, one seated on chairs, and eight soldiers are seated cross legged on the ground. Robert Thompson stands in the third row from the bottom and fifteen from the left. The title of the panorama is written in white and centred beneath the regiment. The photographer's name is also written in white and placed to the far right underneath the seated soldiers.

15th Alberta Lighthorse, 2nd. Camp Detail, Sarcee, Sept. 1940.

Item is a panorama of the 15th Alberta Light Horse, 2nd Camp Detail in Sarcee, Alberta. The regiment is in military uniforms and hats posing for a photograph. There are four standing rows, one seated on chairs, and eight soldiers are seated cross legged on the ground. Robert Thompson stands in the third row from the bottom and fifteen from the left. The title of the panorama is written in white and centred beneath the regiment. The photographer's name is also written in white and placed to the far right underneath the seated soldiers.

William Aberhart - February 11 (1940); J.S. Woodsworth (1935); R.B. Bennett (1934)

Digitized sound file not attached, due to copyright restrictions
Audio 258a consists of the following recording:
Title: William Aberhart – “Edmonton Bible Conference” (1940) / J.S. Woodsworth – “My Political Views” (1935) / R.B. Bennett –“Canadian Bankers Association Speech” (1934)
In this recording, William Aberhart [Premier of Alberta between 1935 and 1943] emphasizes the [Social Credit] party motto “I mean business”. He leads a rally. Manning {Ernest? Premier of Alberta between 1943 and 1968 for the Social Credit Party of Alberta] acknowledges the support they have received. Aberhart offers an observation on the gospel of John, chapter 8. He asks for financial support. He offers a brief sermon on heaven. Singing is introduced, but is not recorded. Lord Tweedsmuir’s death is reported. The story of Ahab is recounted. Aberhart and someone referred to only as "Kennedy" banter back and forth on several issues. Aberhart recounts several compelling anecdotes from history. At [23:42] there is another fast forward. Aberhart discusses prophecy in light of present day events and responds to a letter. At [25:16] there is a distinct change in the recording. A radio promotional piece on the benefits of the Social Credit Party plays. At [28:16] a man announces that the next speaker will be J.S. Woodsworth [Winnipeg MP, 1921-1942]. Woodsworth speaks on his political beliefs and changes needed in Canada. At [31:32] a man announces that the next speaker will be R.B. Bennett. Prime Minister Bennett speaks to the Canadian Bankers' Association. He discusses post World War I Canada and the Great depression.
Notes provided by BF, student assistant, 2010/2011

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