Memories of Eau Claire: Remember This Calgary In this article, author, photojournalist and former Calgary Herald journalist David Bly wrote about Eau Claire s history
Author of the article: Calgary Herald
Publishing date: Mar 03, 2021 • March 3, 2021 • 6 minute read • Historical photo of the Eau Claire and Bow River Lumber Co. building. The mill company ran log drives from 1887 to 1944. The photo also shows a couple of popular methods of transportation around yyc a century or so ago a horse-drawn wagon and a now-antique bicycle. Photo by Calgary Herald archives
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With discussions occurring this week about the potential move of the 1886 Buffalo Cafe (in the old Eau Claire & Bow River Lumber Co. office), it seemed perfect timing to look back at Eau Claire. In this article, author, photojournalist and former Calgary Herald journalist David Bly wrote about the history of the area.