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Trivia
See how much you know about Edson!
What was the cost of a Men’s Haircut in the early 1920’s? 35 cents. |
What was the cost of a haircut for a child in the early 1920’s?
25 cents. Ah, those were the days. |
In what year did Edson host the Alberta Winter Games?
1986.
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As a welcome to travelers in 1938, and for about 10 years after, a large spruce tree was placed in snow and ice and illuminated during the Christmas season at which Edson intersection?
Main Street and 4th Avenue.
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Edson’s cultural interests increased during the winter of 1936-37 with the formation of what group?
ESO-Edson Symphony Orchestra. Instruments included Violins, Flute, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Clarinet, and French horn. |
Today employees of Coal Valley Resources are transported by bus to the mine site south of Robb, however in 1977 employees used a different mode of transportation. What was it?
Okanagan Helicopters, 32 passenger Sikorsky.
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Edson’s first locally published newspaper, the Edson Leader, debuted on what date?
Volume 1, No. 1 is dated February 17th, 1911.
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In what year did Silver Summit Ski Hill open for business north of Edson?
Winter of 1968.
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Due to increased demand, on October 2nd, 1947 Edson’s Telephone
System moved to a new office building on 4th Avenue East. Where was
the location of the telephone system prior to this date?
Switzer’s Drug Store
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An unexpected school holiday was announced by the school board on
April 12th, 1949. What was the reason for the holiday?
A short visit to Edson of Prime Minister Louis St. Laurent
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According to the 75th Anniversary History Book, “Edson is a small town
with a big heart” was quoted by whom during a short visit to the area in
1949?
Prime Minister Louis St. Laurent.
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What was the “Rail Bargain Fares” return from Edson to Edmonton as advertised January 5th, 1939? 3.25. Children 5 years and under 12, half price.
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What is the Middle name of Edson’s Mascot?
“The” Eddie The Squirrel (I know, trick question) |
What was the name of Edson’s first hospital?
 Lady Minto Hospital. Lady Minto was the wife of Lord Minto, Governor General of Canada from 1898 to 1903. Lady Minto sent a donation to the Canadian Red Cross to build hospitals in rural areas of the West, these were given her name. Lady Minto Hospital was located on 49th Street and 6th Avenue, prior to the opening of Edson’s second hospital; St. John’s Hospital on October 15th, 1931, near the same location as Edson’s third and current hospital. |
Ernie Mushtuk
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Which of the following items was invented the same year Edson was incorporated as a Town?
The first automobile electrical ingnition system. Crossword Puzzles were invented in 1913, Life Savers one year earlier in 1912.
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What is the hottest temperature ever recorded in Edson, and what was the year?
33.4 degrees, August 4th, 1998 (Ten bonus points if you got this one correct!).
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In what year was Evergreen School officially opened?
March 10, 1960.
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Name the Edson Coal Miner who will be competing on Wipeout Canada on TVTROPOLIS this spring.
Nicole Celest Bethge
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“It’s about a legacy in the making, pride, and passion for hockey.” What is it?
KRAFT HOCKEYVILLE. Will it be EDSON in 2011? Well, perhaps that’s another question for later in our Anniversary year. Voting begins March 8th.
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Name the the young man on the extreme left in this picture from March of 1960. Hint: He is Accomodation Chairman of the 100th Anniversary Committee.
How'd you do? Try Part I
