Harold Prescott's Postcard: Hotel Lobby
Name/Title
Harold Prescott's Postcard: Hotel LobbyEntry/Object ID
2021.1377.01Description
Postcard belonging to former Capreol mayor Harold Prescott. The postcard features an image of the interior of a hotel lobby. There is a stair case as well as several chairs and tables visible. In the background what is assumed to be the reception desk is also visible. Distinguishing Features: The image on the postcard is of a hotel lobbyContext
Prescott was born in 1911 in Killaloe Ontario, in 1938 he came to Sudbury to work for INCO. In 1941 Prescott was hired to be a locomotive fireman for Canadian National in Capreol, later he became an engineer. By 1951 he became a town councilor and in 1955 he became mayor and remained as mayor for 13 years (minus 1962-1963). He is responsible for the donation of CN engine 6077 to Capreol in Prescott park, he also is credited for designing the Capreol flag.Collection
Library ArchiveCategory
Capreol History