Retro St. John's - The Newfoundland capital in 1967
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- Опубліковано 9 кві 2017
- Recognize anybody? This 1967 film shows downtown St. John's when fishermen from the Portuguese White Fleet played soccer on the harbour apron and CN Coastal boats sailed out of the Narrows. Narrated by former mayor Harry Mews, the film visits the brand new buildings of the MUN campus and the housing development of Churchill Park. You can also and travel down the train line that ran through the city and visit the Regattta.
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Born and raised in Southern Ontario, but about 20 years ago, myself and a couple of buddies made a regular habit of flying into St John's for a four-day weekend - a few times a year, to party on George Street and generally have a grand time with the nicest people in Canada. I'm a born-again Newfoundlander I suppose.
When my grandfather came to Canada from Portugal in the late 50s and, after working for a few years across the country, it was time for him to pick where to settle so he could bring my family over; he really wanted to settle in Newfoundland but he couldn't find a permanent job. He ended up settling in Toronto but he always loved Newfoundland and wanted to go back and vist, he was never able to but I'd love to visit in his memory, it's such a beautiful place.
I grew up in St John's having been born in 1947, it was where I spent the first 40 years of my life before circumstance prompted a move to "The Mainland". I love the old city. It's part of who I am as a person. I haven't been back to the capital of the province since 2003. It's time that I rectify that situation, St.John's will always be home to me, and when my days are over, I will be returning to this special place to be committed to the ground that cradles those of my family that have gone before me. God guard thee Newfoundland!.
St. John's is most certainly one of the most charming and quaint walkable cities, with its splendid architecture and historic landmarks. I have fond memories of growing up there. Back then the city was safe and children grew up free range and roaming around the city from one to end to another was fun in itself. The city had a great sense of community and everyone had shared common interests . Whenever I revisit, it is a delight to walk around this wonderful unique place.
One of those Portugal boys knocked up my Nan and eventually down the line I came into this world... history in the making!
Love that city was born in 1949 on bell island. Left home of nfld in 1965 .have to go back for a trip. One soon
Brings up so many memories. I was 8 in 1967 and grew up in Mt. Pearl. I remember our dad bringing us down to see the ships and the varied flags. shopping on water St. Thanks for this!
I miss the old days , felt so simple .
Wonderfully Done .... 👍👍
Wish there was still a train service tbh
Thank you. Fling out the flag pink white and green!
Fantastic Video!!! Days gone by for sure!!!
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Beautiful
Hard to believe my dad was 5 years old when this was filmed
Um bonito video onde se vê o navio Cidade de Aveiro a entrar na nossa segunda viagem e 1 9 6 7, onde eu fazia parte da tripulação nessa altura, um abraço a todos que por aqui andaram!!!!
I was 6 years old raised with a mother and farther who let go hungry and so much more!
Great video.
Please show more. ❤️😍
wspaniałe wspomnienia z tego miasta, odwiedziłem je kilka razy w roku 1972 oraz 1973