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Mystery Tour - 6th
Klondike Breakfast - 10th
Garage Tour - 16th
DON’T FORGET
In This Issue Splinters From the Chair……...……....………...….. 2
Senior Visits ……………………………………….. 3
Schedule of Events……………………………….….7
Alberta Railway Museum …………………………..8
Swap Meet…………………………………………. 10
Fort Assiniboine to Barrhead ………………... 12
Old Bob’s Photo Corner….…...…….……………..... 13
The Bamfords’ Garage Page……………...………...16
The Running Board The Edmonton Antique Car Club Newsletter Vol. 54 No. 6 July 2016
Deadline for August RB
July 20
Member of the Specialty
Vehicle Association of Alberta
Some of the EACC members’ cars parked at the Alberta Railway Museum for the the Spring Tour. See story page 6.
Splinters From The Chair
Your 2016 Executive President Bert Hoogewoonink
Past Pres. Ron Bodnar Vice President Jim Boomer Rec. Sec. Earl Schmermund
Corr. Sec. Ren Gusek
Treasurer Marilyn Huff
Tours/Events Ted Horton
Membership Bill Agnew
Publicity Melvin Reid
Historian Bob Callfas
Editor Arend Stolte
Assistant Editor Jerry De Jong Dir.@Large Peter Wieler
The Running Board Official Publication of the
Edmonton Antique Car Club
Box 102
Edmonton, Alberta. T5J 2G9
Arend Stolte, Editor email [email protected]
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SPEAKERS CORNER: As you know, our club
provides over 30 visits to senior’s facilities and I en-
courage you to participate to support the core group
that seems to always be attending. At the same time
the club needs to diversify our public presence to en-
sure our long-term viability. Which is a nice way of
saying we need to attract new and younger members.
To this end I’ve been encouraging ‘non-senior’s vis-
its’ for lack of a better term. (Please feel free to ad-
vise me of a better term.)
by Bert Hoogewoonink
The Edmonton Antique Car Club
The Edmonton Antique Car Club is registered in the Province of Alberta as a
nonprofit society, interested in historical motor vehicles and related collectible
items. Our club is dedicated to the acquisition, restoration, preservation, sal-
vage, maintenance of and promotion of interest in cars from the following
categories.
The Horseless Carriage Era (1892 to 1905)
The Brass Era (1906 to 1915)
The Vintage Era (1916 to 1927)
Early Production (1928 to 1935)
Late Production (1936 to 1948)
Classics (1925 to 1948) (Defined by The Classic Car Club of America.)
Our objectives also include encouraging the retention of such vehicles in Al-
berta, promoting driving tours, displays and other activities our vehicles can
participate in, and educating the general public in the historical contribution of
the automobile in the development of our Canadian heritage.
Our membership is varied as to careers and cars, and extends country wide. To
qualify as a member, new applicants must be at least 14 years of age; must
complete an application form (which is submitted to the club executive for
approval), and pay a nominal membership fee of $40.00 per year (spousal,
additional $20). It is not necessary to own a vintage car, but merely to have an
interest in antique auto memorabilia.
General Meetings are usually held on the first Wednesday evening of each
month, with tours and events being dispersed throughout the calendar year. The
Annual General Meeting is held each year in January.
Our club members participate in a variety of events and activities which pro-
mote social interaction among members, and give them an opportunity to drive
their cars and display them to the general public. Annual events include the
Klondike Breakfast, the Corn Roast, and Mystery Tours. Senior visits are a
way for our club to give back to the community. Members also participate in
community events such as Sunday in the City , Father’s Day in the Park, and
Harvest Festivals. Our club participates in the annual International Meet in
which members from all corners of Western Canada and the Northwest United
States come together for a wonderful exchange of camaraderie, trophies and
good old-fashioned fun.
Our club publishes a monthly newsletter, The Running Board. Members are
encouraged to submit articles and other items of interest to the editor for publi-
cation. As a member you are entitled to receive a copy of each issue and to run
free classified ads in the “Swap Meet” section.
Club members as a group have a wealth of experience and knowledge of all
aspects of the antique car hobby which they will share with you. Bring your
particular problem to our membership and you will be probably be directed to
an expert in that field.
One of my challenges is that my article needs to be
ready for publishing a fair bit before the Running
Board is distributed. Normally this is not an issue,
but for this edition I’d love to be able to report on
our biggest undertaking of the year - International
’16. Of course, as of press time it hasn’t happened
yet! I can tell you that I already know it’s going to
be a huge success thanks to so many volunteers that
have put in and will put in their time and talents to
make this happen. This club has tremendous mem-
bers which are why this is such a great, and success-
ful, club.
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late to fixing them back in the day.
In particular one resident, Mrs. Velma Petruk
(nee Thompson), aged 96, regaled us with tales of
early motoring and shared with us the attached fam-
ily photo that includes her father’s 1917(?) Model T
Opera Coupe. Velma, aged 4 is at the extreme left in
the photo. The photo was taken in about 1920.
Waterford of Summerlea June 8 by Susan Denning
Our seniors visit on June 8 was at Waterford of Sum-
merlea. In spite of the not so good weather forecast
we were lucky. It was cloudy but still warm, and
most of all, it didn’t rain until later in the eve-
ning. Many of the residents came out to chat and to
look at the cars.
The following attended:
Bob Blackwood and Didi 1976 Thunderbird
Susan Denning 1974 Mercedes
Ron Eagleson/Verna Hill 1951 Nash Convertible
Bob Gray 1967 Chrysler
Cary and Debbie Treasure 1931 Nash Deluxe
Denis Trepanier 1931 Ford Model A
On June 14th our club held its first such show at
NAIT for the Automotive Tech program students.
We had a great turnout of 10 vehicles and had few
dozen students as well as some curious public admire
our vehicles and ask questions. Your executive is
working with local high schools for visits in the fall
and next spring. These visits will nicely complement
our senior’s visits as well as our presence at various
events such as the North Pointe Show & Shine and
History Road (to name a few recent events).
Club Events
Senior Visits Ukrainian Dnipro Selo June 2
by Susan Denning
Summer must be almost here because we’ve had
our first “Senior Visit” on June 2. It took place at the
Ukrainian Dnipro Selo Housing Society. In spite of
a miserable weather forecast that had called for
winds and thunderstorms, we were spared and had
sunshine (the rains came later…). We were offered
much appreciated refreshments and cookies and en-
joyed chatting with the residents. Present were:
Steve Bemount 1939 Ford Sedan
Susan Denning 1974 Mercedes
Ron Eagleson/Verna Hill 1951 Nash Rambler
Bob Gray 1967 Chrysler
Ian and Elaine Simpson 1928 Ford Model A
Mike Wasylasko and Ollie 1929 Essex Super 6
Clover Bar Lodge June 6 by Ian and Elaine Simpson
On June 6th, members of the EACC visited Clo-
ver Bar Lodge in Sherwood Park. Although the
group was small, limited by the size of available
parking, it was well received by the residents.
Those present from EACC were:
Verna Hill and Ron Eagleson 1951 Nash Rambler
Anne and Clarence Kephart 1930 Ford Model A
Elaine and Ian Simpson 1928 Ford Model A
The high temperatures and strong winds kept
many residents inside. Those who ventured into the
elements proved to be both interested and very
knowledgeable about the cars. Both Model A’s had
the hood open as many of the residents were very
interested in seeing the ‘workings’ as they could re-
Virginia Park Lodge June 10 by Susan Denning
The weather could not have been any better for
our senior visit to Victoria Park Lodge: it was sunny
with a light breeze, not too warm, not too cool – just
perfect. Perfect also was the setting at this
lodge: they had made room for the 10 (!) antique
cars in their court yard where refreshments were set
up and a lovely 4 piece band played. We were also
offered a great 2nd breakfast/lunch with bacon, sau-
sages, pancakes, quiche etc. It was just awe-
some. The star of the show was a police car that be-
longs to the Edmonton Police force, a 1964 Chev
Malibu, driven by a member of the force.
The following cars/owners attended:
Bill Agnew 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS
Bob Callfas 1961 Lincoln Continental
Susan Denning 1974 Mercedes 450
Ron Eagleson/Verna Hill 1951 Nash convertible
Bob Gray 1967 Chrysler
Clarence & Anne Kephart 1930 Ford Model A
Ian and Elaine Simpson 1928 Ford Model A
Cary Treasure 1931 Nash Sedan
Denis Trepanier 1931 Ford Model A
Shepherd’s Care Vanguard June 15 by Ian and Elaine Simpson
On June 15th, twelve cars from the EACC visited
the Shepherds Care (Vanguard) seniors’ facility for a
barbeque lunch.
Those present were:
Don Cameron 1926 Chevrolet
Elaine and Ian Simpson 1928 Ford
Debbie & Cary Treasurer 1931 Nash
Denis Trepanier 1931 Ford
Richard Hannah 1936 Packard
Ollie & Mike Wasylasko 1929 Essex and
1979 Lincoln
Sharon and Ken Berg 1948 Lincoln
Verna Hill & Ron Eagleson 1951 Nash Rambler
Ken Denning 1957 Chevrolet
Marquita and Jack Cairns 1976 Mercedes
Didi and Bob Blackwood 1976 Ford.
The perfect weather allowed the residents to
wander amongst the vehicles and spend time chatting
to the owners.
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Whitemud Crossing June 17 by Susan Denning
It wasn’t a good sign that I had the urge to turn
on the heater on my way to the senior visit at on June
17. Big mostly dark clouds in the sky and a strong
cold wind were not exactly encouraging the residents
of Lifestyle Options Whitemud to come outside to
look at the old cars, but with a lot of strong encour-
agement from Verna they finally did appear. The
following owner/cars were present:
Susan Denning 1974 Mercedes
Ron Eagleson/Verna Hill 1951 Nash Convertible
Bob Gray 1967 Chrysler
Clarence and Anne Kephart 1930 Model A
Ian and Elaine Simpson 1928 Model A
Cary and Debbie Treasure 1953 Hudson
We appreciated the lovely Italian style lunch that
was offered to us.
Jasper Place Long Term Care June 20 by Susan Denning
What a wonderful day this was. The weather was
absolutely perfect! Our senior visit to Jasper Place
Continuing Care was a great success. The staff were
busy bringing out most of the residents to enjoy the
weather and to have a look at our cars. Towards the
end of our visit, another car (not a member) joined
us, a beautiful 1957 cream colored T-Bird. A gentle-
man with a cockatoo on his shoulder got a lot of at-
tention also.
Present were:
Bob Blackwood & Didi 1976 T-Bird
Ken Denning 1957 Chev Belair
Susan Denning 1974 Mercedes 450SL
Ron Eagleson/Verna Hill 1951 Nash convertible
Cary Treasure 1931 Nash
Ian and Elaine Simpson 1928 Model A
Churchill Manor June 23 by Susan Denning
The senior visit on June 23 to Churchill Manor
was a great success for a lot of reasons: many resi-
dents came out to look at the cars and chat with us,
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Senior Visits the weather was great, the barbecue was fantastic,
and we had 10 cars!
The following attended:
Steve Bemount 1939 Ford Sedan
Bob Blackwood and Didi 1976 TBird
Ken Denning 1957 Chev BelAir
Susan Denning 1974 Mercedes
Ron Eagleson/Verna Hill 1951 Nash convertible
Bob Gray 1967 Chrysler
Larry Hamilton 1966 Pontiac
Denis Trepanier 1931 Ford Model A
Peter Wieler 1980 T-Bird
Mike Yakiwczuk 1956 Cadillac
July Friday July 1: Lifestyle Riverbend, 200 Falconer
Court, 12:00 - 2:45 with BBQ. Rain or shine.
Thursday July 7, , St. Albert Retirement Residence,
#125 Everitt Drive North/St. Albert (past Walmart, right
at Honda dealership), 1:30 -2:30
Monday July 11: Ukrainian Dnipro Selo Senior Resi-
dence, 11030 – 107 Street, 1:00 to 2:30
Wednesday July 13: Seesa 9350 – 82 Street, 11:30 – 3:00
Friday July 15: Wildrose Cottage, 9612 – 172
Street, 12:00 - 2:30
Monday July 18: Riverbend Retirement, 103 Rabbitt
Hill Road, 1:30 - 3:00
Wednesday July 20, 11:30 to 2:30 at Terra Losa Lifestyle
Options, 17203 – 99 Avenue.
Tuesday July 26: Dickinsfield Cont. Care, 14225 – 94
Street (park in the middle at back lot), 1:00 – 2:30
Thursday July 28, Chartwell Country Cottage, 75 Cran-
ford Way (behind Superstore)/Sherwood Park, 1:00 - 2:45
August
Wednesday August 3: Lifestyle Options Leduc, 108
Westhaven/Leduc, 11:45 – 2:30, Rain or shine.
Friday August 5 from 1:30 to 2:30 at Summerwood in
Sherwood Park/4255 Cloverbar Road
Wednesday August 10: Capital Care Strathcona,
#12 Brower Drive/Sherwood Park, 1:30 – 3:30
Monday August 15: Lynnwood Capital Care,
8740 – 165 Street, 1:00 - 2:30
Wednesday August 17: Lewis Estates, 9310 – 211
Street, 1:30 – 2:30
Friday August 19: St. Michael’s, 7404 – 139 Avenue,
12:30 - 2:30, with BBQ
Monday August 22: Capital Care Grandview, 6215 –
124 Street, 1:30 – 2:30
Wednesday August 24: Miller Crossing 14251 – 50
Street (parking in rear), 1:30 – 2:45
Tuesday August 30: Shepherd’s Care Millwoods at
6620 – 28 Avenue, 1:00 - 2:30 incl. lunch
September
Friday September 9: Northwest Edmonton Senior Cen-
tre, 12963 – 120 Street, 10:00 - 3:00, with BBQ.
Answer to
Stolen Car
p. 10
They couldn't find
where to put the
gas!
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July Wed 06 Mystery Tour. Meet EARLY 7:00
at OTC
Sat 09 KMS Tools Car Show.
Sun 10 Klondike Breakfast at the Lorne
Schmidt Residence. 10:00 AM.
Wed 13 Executive Meeting
Thur 14 /17 Car show and Airshow at Canadian
Forces Base Cold Lake.
Sat 16. Garage tour to Enginetech Machin-
ing. 14555 – 118 Ave. NW. Edmon-
ton at 10:30 AM.
Fri/Mon29/1 Alberta Circle Tour. Vegreville.
August Wed 03 Mystery Tour. Meet EARLY 7:00
at OTC Tue/Sat 02/06 Rock’n August. St. Albert.
Sun 07 Strathcona County Tour. 100 km.
All paved.
Wed 09 Executive Meeting
Sun 14 John Walter’s birthday celebration.
1:00 to 4:00 at the John Walter
Museum. Limited to 1942 and earlier
vehicles.
September Sun 04 Corn Roast
Wed 07 General Meeting @7:30 Old
Timers’ Cabin, 9430 Scona Rd.
Fri 9/12 Run to Hinton
Wed 14 Executive Meeting
October Sun 02 EACC Fall Tour & Econo Run
Wed 05 General Meeting @7:30 Old
Timers’ Cabin, 9430 Scona Rd.
Wed 12 Executive Meeting
November Wed 02 General Meeting @7:30 Old
Timers’ Cabin, 9430 Scona Rd.
Wed 09 Executive Meeting
December Wed 07 General Meeting @7:30 Old
Timers’ Cabin, 9430 Scona Rd.
Fri 09 Annual Banquet
Wed 14 Executive Meeting
Schedule Of Events Inaugural Non-Senior’s Visit by Bert Hoogewoonink
Tuesday, June 14th was a sunny, warm day – a
perfect day to bring out the oldies for a show.
Ten members showed up with their pride & joy –
owners and cars in order in the pictures below:
1. John Reynolds’ ‘54 Ford convertible and David
Bodnar’s ’28 Porter.
2. Marilyn & Ken Huff’s 53 Chev pickup, Sean
Rogers’ 28 Model A, Earl Schmermund’s 72 Chev-
elle SS, Bert Hoogewoonink’s 38 Dodge, Paul Collis
30 Plymouth, Jim Boomer’s 38 Olds, Ken Berg’s 47
Cadillac and Ted Horton’s 40 Mercury (way in the
distance – no telephoto lens on the iPhone).
I’m looking forward to a number of visits to lo-
cal high schools in the fall and next spring.
January Wed 18. Annual General Meeting
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1952 Studebaker 2 Door Al & Marilynn Saramaga
1953 Hudson Sedan Bob Callfas
1954 Ford Sedan Jim & Elsie Boomer.
Arriving on vintage wheels got you free tickets for a train
ride. Departing on each hour, the operating train is powered by
steam Locomotive No. 1392. A 4-6-0, 86.5 ton, ten wheeler,
this Canadian locomotive was built in 1913 by Locomotive
Works in Montreal. Locomotives of this class were originally
used for passenger service and were among the first to operate
into Edmonton on the Canadian Northern Railway. They were
the workhorse locomotives that helped to open up the Canadian
prairies.
The guided tour of the different rolling stock on display by a
uniformed Conductor was very informative and well done. A
good time was had by all. We finally managed to complete our
delayed Spring Tour just before spring officially became sum-
mer.
Alberta Railway Museum by Steve Bemount, photos Joyce Stolte
It was a grand day for it. There was sunshine, light
breezes, mild temperatures, and friendly faces. Our EACC
members made a fine contribution to the historic ambience at
the Alberta Railway Museum on the afternoon of Saturday,
June 18.
The Alberta Railway Museum, located in the far north end
of Edmonton, consists of a rustic display of railway equipment
and buildings representing the history of the Canadian National
and Northern Alberta Railways. The Museum is operated by
the Alberta Pioneer Railway Association (APRA), a non-profit
organization of volunteers. The APRA was formed in 1968 by
a small group of enthusiasts who initially operated the Associa-
tion's equipment out of the Edmonton Transit System Cromdale
Car Barns at 116th Avenue and 80 Street. During the early
1970s, the Association moved its equipment to its current loca-
tion at 24215-34 Street. The resulting Alberta Railway Mu-
seum opened 40 years ago in 1976 in a historic spot on the for-
mer Canadian Northern Railway Coronado Subdivision.
Twelve vintage EACC vehicles contributed to the scene:
1926 Chevrolet Touring Arend & Joyce Stolte
1929 Ford Touring Ryan & Miranda Surbey
1931 Ford Tudor Deluxe Don & Mary Smith
1936 Hudson Sedan Vern Muth
1939 Ford Sedan Steve & Jessie Bemount
1940 Hudson Pickup Martin & Lucretia Tabbert
1940 Mercury Coupe Ted & Helen Horton
1950 Ford Convertible John Reynolds
1952 Chevrolet Sedan Nels & Hilde Anderson
A tale of three Hudsons
The Guided Tour
Address Changes
Please change the address in the 2016 Roster for
these two members.
Ron Bodnar
822 Massy Landing
Edmonton, AB T6R3S8
Mike Reid
51-52304 RR 233
Sherwood Park AB T8B1C9
For those members who have not picked up their
2016 Rosters, I will have them available on the
nite of the Mystery Tour Wednesday July 6.
Thank you, Bill Agnew, Membership
EACC has an account with
DASH DISTRIBUTORS
Dash Distributors, a locally owned automotive parts
supplier, has offered a standing discount for EACC
members. Simply state “this is on the Edmonton An-
tique Car Club account”. Presto – instant discount!
Good for cash or charge card payments (no ‘on ac-
count’).
Dash Distributors are locations: Edmonton North
(15935 118 Avenue), Edmonton South (8548 Roper
Rd), Wetaskiwin (4021B 56 St), and Thorsby (4840
Hankin St.)
Membership has its privileges.
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Locomotive No. 1392 steams into the station.
Some views from the train.
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History Road at Reynolds Alberta Museum once again is
history for this year. Since its beginnings in 1999, History Road
has grown to about 700 registrations over the two day event,
although the number of attendees this year was influenced by
the weather which offered everything from heavy downpours to
bright, sunny skies. When the weather is poor RAM officials
open up the restoration area to all History Road visitors. This
creates an opportunity to enjoy close up interaction with some
Ram vehicles, Ram staff and volunteers as well as some of our
History Road 2016
by Bob Callfas
A rare and beautiful 1935 Hupmobile coupe.
Gerry leads the parade in his 1929 Reo
Former EACC president and all-around good guy Lloyd John-
son looks on as the 1906 Wayne is fired up, this is the RAM
car he drove in the parade this year.
A pair of 1930 Hudson Great Eights.
Stolen Car submitted by Howard Lengert (Internet)
The proud owner of a magnificent 1956 Chevrolet con-
vertible, wrote to say he had restored the car to perfection
over the last few years, and sent this... On a very warm summer afternoon he decided to take his
car to town. It needed gas, as the gauge was practically
on empty, but he wanted ice cream, so he headed first to
his favorite ice cream shop. He had trouble finding a parking space and had to park
the car down a side street. He noticed a group of young
guys standing around smoking cigarettes and eyeing my
car rather covetously. He was a bit uneasy leaving it
there, but people often take interest in such an old and
well-preserved car, so he went off to enjoy his ice cream.
The line at the ice cream shop was long and it took him
quite a while to return to his car. When he did, his worst
fears were realized… his car was gone.
He called the police and reported the theft and then went
back and bought a quart of pistachio ice cream. About
ten minutes later the police called him to say they had
found the car abandoned near a gas station a few miles
out of town.
It was unharmed and he was relieved. It seems just be-
fore he called, the police had received a call from a
young woman who was an employee at a self-service gas
station. She told them that three young men had driven
in with this beautiful old convertible. One of them came
to the window and prepaid for 20 dollars worth of gas.
Then all three of them walked around the car. Then they
all got in the car and drove off, without filling the tank.
The question is, why would anybody steal a car, pay for
gas that they never pumped and then abandon the car
later and walk away? (Answer on page 6)
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The Edmonton Antique Car Club Invites you to:
The 4th Annual Strathcona
County
Tour on Sunday, August 7th, 2016
The Fourth Annual Strathcona County Tour is being held this year on Sunday, the
7th of August. This years tour will be 100 KM with a washroom break midway and
is specifically designed for the “Older” vehicles. Tour travels on paved back
roads at a leisurely pace so you can enjoy the scenery of the County and once
again stop signs and traffic lights have been kept to a minimum. This is a new
route with different roads than previous Strathcona Tours.
Tour Specifics:
Tour departs at 1:00 PM from the Country Roads Tempo on Yellowhead Highway East of Highway 21. There is a restaurant at this
location so for those who would like to meet for brunch/lunch before the run we will meet @ 11:30 AM. (For those who are bringing
earlier vehicles and who do not want to travel on the Yellowhead to the starting location you can take RR223 North from either Baseline
or Wye Road in Sherwood Park—RR223 ends at the Yellowhead Highway directly behind the Country Roads Tempo).
The tour takes in the back country of Strathcona County and finishes at Mike & Mary Reid’s House @ 51—52304 Range Road 233 in
Sherwood Park where Pie and Ice Cream will be served. (Please bring your own lawn chairs)
Please RSVP to Mike or Mary Reid (so we can plan for adequate food). Phone — (780) 464-6146 or via e-mail—
This 100 KM leisurely run is designed for pre-1939 vehicles so we encourage you to bring yours!
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After your reporter offered to write up the
Fort Assiniboine to Barrhead run on May
28 for the Running Board, he asked long-
time Organizer-for-the-EACC Steve Be-
mount if he could provide any history of
the run for the article. Steve kindly replied
with the following:
“This year was the 20th running of the
Fort Assiniboine to Barrhead Antique Car
Run. This tour is the legacy of Arnold
Thompson who lived in Barrhead. He
thought it would be a “neat” idea to have
an event where antique cars could be
shown and driven. As a result, the first
Antique Car Run took place in
1996. Arnold Thompson passed away in
2002 at the age of 99 years. The tour was
not held in 2011, thus the 20 runs in 21
years.
For most of those 20 runs, the event
was coordinated by the Barrhead Histori-
cal Society with the support of the Town of
Barrhead Parks and Recreation Depart-
ment. Beginning in 2014, the historical
society passed the baton over to the Bar-
rhead Chariots Car Club, still with the
support of the recreation department.”
I’ve been on a number of these runs
over the years, but this one was special —
the first without my own car. Not that I
didn’t have any that would make the run,
but I was pleased to ride along with Jerry
and Darlene De Jong in their “new” 1950
Plymouth (top right), out on its first Club
event after purchase from former EACC
member Paul Fuog.
That Plymouth, by the way, is one
sweet running and driving car. I drove
most of the way back to Edmonton, and it
is quiet, tight, smooth and pretty much
everything one could want in an old car for
the highway — even an overdrive!
I also enjoyed a ride in four other ve-
hicles on the way to Assiniboine: Melvin
Reid’s ‘51 Chev, Bob Callfas’ ‘53 Hudson
Hornet, Jim Boomer’s ‘54 Ford and Ted
Horton’s ‘65 Monaco ragtop.
The eight action photos on this page
were shot from the Horton- and Boomer-
mobiles along the road to Fort Assiniboine
(the Huffs and Berubes met up with us
there and in Barrhead).
Trick question: Which of these cars was
possibly built in England?
Fort Assiniboine to Barrhead Run... by Chris Bamford
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Top to bottom and left to right…
Following a fundraiser breakfast and
car show in Fort Assiniboine, the RCMP
lead a 35 mph convoy for the 40 kilometer
run to Barrhead. Our convoy cars were
joined by others from the Barrhead Chariots
Car Club and elsewhere for a show and
shine of 75 cars and trucks from 1930 to
1980 along the main street.
This photo taken at the Fort Assinibo-
ine show illustrates something I’ve never
seen — three Edsels in a row, one from
every year of production, 1958 through
1960. 1960 Edsels are particularly rare, with
only 2,840 produced before the production
line was shut down forever.
Rarer still is this particular 1959 Edsel,
a retractable hardtop! Said to be the only
one on the planet, it was custom-built in
Ontario over a six-year period using compo-
nents from a 1959 Ford Retractable, and
required stretching the Edsel hindquarters
by 16” to accomodate the top into the trunk.
The car was for sale for $25,000, contact me
for details.
Sharp 1931 Pontiac five-window coupe
at the Barrhead show and shine was as well-
restored as it was rare.
This NSU Prinz, an oddball in these
parts at the best of times, had been con-
verted to electric propulsion by owner Leo-
nard Stoik of Barrhead. Note the roof-
mounted photovoltaic panels for charging
whilst “on the go”. Leonard also owns the
more conventional 1960 Cadillac in the rear.
The original NSU 36 in3 gas rear engine
has been replaced by a 15 HP, 72-volt fork-
lift motor. Six 12-volt lead acid batteries fill
the former rear seat area, and are said to
propel this curiosity for up to two hours at
speeds up to 50 mph.
Uh-Oh... Heavy BS Alert!
...and Several Sights Seldom Seen
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Seeking parts to finish the restoration of a 1949 Buick Su-
per, 2 door sedanette. I require the heater core for under the
front passenger seat, a radiator and a 15 inch rim with 5 bolts to
use for the spare. (1015)
Katherine 780-645-9713
Services Old Steering Wheel Repairs (0809)
Ted Nordquist ([email protected] ) 780-466-1456
Vintage Ford Car and Pick-up parts. 9502 - 90 Ave.
Morinville Business Park. (0809)
Dale McFarland 780-939-3247
Antique Radio Repair, (auto or household.) Licensed
electronics technician. (0809)
Jack 780-470-3157
Insurance Appraisals Antique, Classic. Post War. (1009)
Springfield Restorations.
Lorne Schmidt 780-464-0204
I'll Clean Your Clock
Antique clock restoration available. Clock parts and restored
clocks for sale. [email protected] (1209)
Larry Hill 780 464 1878
Collector Automobile Motor Oil has been designed to meet
the unique demands of vintage, preserved, restored, and classic
automobile engines. (0110)
Bob 1-403-249-8107 Ron 1-403-242-0569
Mark’s Upholstery. Auto Interior, Motor homes, Boats, Seat
Covers, Furniture and more. Reasonable Prices (0410)
Mark 464-6663 (Bus), 464-0794 (Home)
Bruce & Bob’s Appraisals. Appraisals of Antique, Classic,
Collector & Modern Automobiles.
Bruce England 18 Dawson Drive, Sherwood Park.
780-464-0421
Bob England #412–161 Festival Way, Sherwood Park.
780-467-1044
Heated, secure, indoor storage for antique cars, rods, motor-
cycles. Secure fenced outdoor storage for autos, RVs, and
boats. 24/7 access, manned 10:00 - 4:30 M-F.(0712)
Dale McFarland 9502 - 90 Ave, Morinville
Penrite Oils & Lubricants for Vintage Cars & Motorcycles.
Formulated to meet original specifications but utilizing the best
of modern technology. (0315)
Bert van Riel, Sports Car Centre, 780-440-9426
Babbitting and Line-Boring Service for automotive, agricul-
tural and commercial engines. Keith Robertson, Calgary 403-
970-3265, [email protected].
Note: Printing the above ads does not imply an endorsement
by EACC.
“OCPC” means “Other Clubs Please Copy”
Swap Meet For Sale A good 19” Model A rim with almost new Goodyear heavy
duty tube $35.00
1926 Original Chev Radiator with
shell $100.00
Mid 20s Model T Radiator with
shell. Both have good honey-comb
cores. (0616)
780-487-3755
1935 Ford Steering Sector - NOS part $50.00
One pair !965 to 1970 Mustang Upper Ball Joint - 4 bolt
Moog # K8036 - NOS part $40.00 for the pair (0716)
Dave [email protected] 780 4696150
2 Trunk Hinges for 1925 – 26 Chev Roadster or Coupe
Trunk lid and Hinges for 24 and 25 Ford Model T Coupe or
Roadster Wood part inside lid very good shape. (0716)
Len 780-998-9378
1935 Ford 4 door sedan, complete
drive train included. Extra parts
and wheels available. Original sur-
vivor. $3,250 OBO (0716)
John 780-619-1240
1947 Mercury 4 door sedan, 24 stud engine, 3 speed. Good
driver. Very good interior, glass and body. $11,500 obo (0116)
Ron 780 469 7380
Motor and transaxle for 1960-1964 Chevrolet Corvair. $500
or best offer. (0316)
Eric 780 469-8274
1963 Ford Galaxy XL500 convertible. 138,560 miles, original
interior, new top, complete power train rebuilt, repainted 1985.
Vintage Ford Sales Parts 40% off, 9502 - 90Ave, Morinville,
AB OCPC (0516)
Dale 780 939 3247
Wanted
Looking for parts for a 1964 Mer-
cury M100 truck. Need small piece
of the belt chrome as shown missing
in picture. And would like to see
what other parts are available.(0716)
Cameron 780-863-6041
1939 Plymouth. Not a basket case or chopped. Reasonably
good running condition. Any leads appreciated. (0316)
Al 780-487-3755
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Old Bobs’ Photo Corner By Bob Callfas
ANNUAL RUN TO HINTON & JASPER Great scenery, great food, great friends, great socializing. Fin-
ish the car season with great memories to hold you over till
next year!
Itinerary: We leave Friday, Sep 9th from the Husky station
(Hwy 60 south of the Yellowhead). We travel along a scenic
route to Hinton avoiding the Yellowhead for about ½ the drive
and we’ll have some stops along the way. We finish the day
with an optional dinner at a great Greek restaurant.
Saturday we’ll join the West Central Alberta Classic Car Club
for their annual Show & Shine, this year at Griffiths Ford
(bigger and better). A shopping shuttle will be available. Fol-
lowing the Show & Shine we’ll have some fun activities before
gathering for a BBQ at the Brookes’ beautiful acreage over-
looking the Athabasca river valley and Rocky Mountains.
On Sunday we head for the mountains in Jasper National Park
with a stop or two along the way and more fun activities in
Jasper.
All this for $25 car/driver + $15 per passenger
(accommodations and restaurant meals extra)
Accommodations:
The hotel in Hinton for September 9 & 10 is the Econo
Lodge (next door to Griffiths Ford) with a special rate of
$90.90/night. Call 1-780-817-2000 (between 7:00 am &3:00
pm) & ask for the EACC rate.
In scouting around Jasper we’ve found that rates have sky-
rocketed from last year. However we’ve convinced Pine Bun-
galows to hold their price from last year - $140 for river front
cabins. Call 1-780-852-3491 & reference EACC rate (or ask
for Heather). THESE ARE SELLING OUT FAST AND
WILL NOT LAST. BOOK NOW!
For further details, contact Bert at [email protected] or 780-410-
1113.
Catch ‘Em When
They’re Young by Arend Stolte
With all the talk in our club recently about non-
senior visits and the need to interest the younger gen-
eration, I just realized that I’ve been doing my own
version of this for quite awhile. Over the past years I
have visited grade two classrooms with one of my
cars and given a presentation to the class on my im-
migration experiences when I was their age. Usually
the classes I visited had one of my grandchildren in
them but not always. My understanding is that this
fits in with one of their Social Studies units on Liv-
ing in the Past and the Present.
This year I received another call and on June 21 I
visited a grade two class at West Edmonton Christian
School to do my PowerPoint presentation and
showed the kids my car. The students were polite,
interested and well-behaved. After my presentation
we went outside to look at the car and have their pic-
ture taken. Here are some pictures.
Here is a postcard photo from August 1948 of the
bustling downtown in North Battleford, located in
the fine province of Saskatchewan.
—–——–——–—–————The Bamfords’ Garage Page———
y apologies
to members
for this page
being all text and no
photos, but I found
it fascinating read-
ing.
This is an excerpt
page from a 1917
“Super Souvenir of
Detroit” booklet
with photos and
information about
the Ford Motor
Company and pro-
duction facilities.
Just look at the
production figures
— fairly steady for
1903-1906, and
again for 1907
through 1909, then
things really started
to take off!
1917 production
was projected at the
time to be a mini-
mum 700,000. Ac-
tual figures for
1917, including Ca-
nadian and foreign
production, was
approximately
786,000 in all body
styles.
By this time,
about one-half of all
vehicles in the en-
tire world were
Model T Fords.
Nothing short of
absolutely remark-
able!
By Chris Bamford
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