From the Vaults: Audio from Edmonton's Past

On today's episode, join John McIssac and John Bamford in their November 16th, 1982 interview. A self-described 'odd-jobber,' Bamford describes his time working in the municipal airport hangars as a mechanic. 

This interview was originally recorded on a 5 inch open reel tape and was digitized by an archivist on February 11th, 2021.

These interviews were recorded in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Both social attitudes and language standards have changed since that time.  Some opinions expressed and language used may be offensive to listeners today.

On today's episode, join John McIssac and June Sheppard in their December 10th, 1982 interview. A CBC radio host and columnist for the Edmonton Journal, Sheppard outlines her work in media and her volunteer work advancing women in the workplace and society in general.

This interview was originally recorded on a 5 inch open reel tape and was digitized by an archivist on February 11th, 2021.

Cover Image: EA-600-3933a
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These interviews were recorded in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Both social attitudes and language standards have changed since that time.  Some opinions expressed and language used may be offensive to listeners today.

On today's episode, join John McIssac and William Chmiliar in their September 7th, 1982 interview. A veteran of the Canadian Intelligence Operatives of World War II and eventual Alderman, Chmiliar provides an extraordinarily interesting perspective of Canada during the war years.

There are some audio dropouts within the first four minutes of the interview. This section has been retained in order to provide context for the remainder of the interview. 

This interview was originally recorded on a 5 inch open reel tape and was digitized by an archivist on February 4th, 2021.

These interviews were recorded in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Both social attitudes and language standards have changed since that time.  Some opinions expressed and language used may be offensive to listeners today.

On today's episode, join John McIssac and Edith Rogers in their October 12th, 1982 interview. As a teacher, Social Credit Organizer, and School Board Trustee, Rogers was witness and driver of many changes in Edmonton's early systems of education. 

Cover Image: EA-600-1923a A.E. Thornton and Mrs. Edith Rogers

This interview was originally recorded on a 5 inch open reel tape and was digitized by an archivist on February 4th, 2021.

These interviews were recorded in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Both social attitudes and language standards have changed since that time.  Some opinions expressed and language used may be offensive to listeners today.

On today's episode, join John McIssac and Frank Burrows in their September 21st, 1982 interview. As a former Chief Commissioner of the City of Edmonton, Burrows' responsibilities encompassed submitting reports to Edmonton City Council when requested for information. These reports would then form the basis of Council decisions.

Cover Image: ET-28-165 - Chief Commissioner D.F. Burrows

This interview was originally recorded on a 5 inch open reel tape and was digitized by an archivist on February 4th, 2021.

These interviews were recorded in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Both social attitudes and language standards have changed since that time.  Some opinions expressed and language used may be offensive to listeners today.

For today's release, we join John McIssac on July 7th, 1982 for his interview of Arthur 'Art' Evans. A journalist for the Edmonton Journal, Evans was also married to Una McLean Evans, an alderman. This recording has been shortened due to its length.

Edmonton Journal article featuring Art Evans

This interview was originally recorded on a 5 inch open reel tape and was digitized by an archivist on February 4th, 2021.

These interviews were recorded in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Both social attitudes and language standards have changed since that time.  Some opinions expressed and language used may be offensive to listeners today.

In today's episode, we join John McIssac in his interview of John C. Barford and his wife, Pat. The couple was interviews on June 21st, 1982. This recording has been shortened due to its length.

This interview was originally recorded on a 5 inch open reel tape and was digitized by an archivist on January 28th, 2021.

These interviews were recorded in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Both social attitudes and language standards have changed since that time.  Some opinions expressed and language used may be offensive to listeners today.

This week on the podcast, tune in to John McIssac interviewing Mary McAllister on May 28th, 1982. During the interview, McAllister describes the early social development of Edmonton. This recording has been shortened due to its length.

This interview was originally recorded on a 5 inch open reel tape and was digitized by an archivist on January 28th, 2021. 

These interviews were recorded in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Both social attitudes and language standards have changed since that time.  Some opinions expressed and language used may be offensive to listeners today.

Join John McIssac and Clara Mintz on their March 9th, 1982 interview this week. Mintz describes her work as the first executive director of Edmonton Jewish Family Services as well as her early roots in social work. This recording has been shortened due to its length.

This interview was originally recorded on a 5 inch open reel tape and was digitized by an archivist on January 28th, 2021.

These interviews were recorded in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Both social attitudes and language standards have changed since that time.  Some opinions expressed and language used may be offensive to listeners today.

This week, we join John McIssac in his 1981 interview of Thomas William Broad. Born in England, Broad describes his relocation to Canada and eventual positions as the President of the Civil Service Association of Alberta and as the first President of the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE).  This recording was shortened due to its length. 

This interview was originally recorded on a 5 inch open reel tape and was digitized by an archivist on January 14th, 2021. 

These interviews were recorded in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Both social attitudes and language standards have changed since that time.  Some opinions expressed and language used may be offensive to listeners today.