The 'Jungle' of the unemployed, summer 1931. Col. R.D. Williams starts the "Jungle"

The 'Jungle' of the unemployed, summer 1931. Col. R.D. Williams starts the "Jungle"

Date

1931

Reference Code

AM54-S4-: Re N10.09

Description

Photograph shows men beside makeshift shelters in the "jungle" on the site of the old Hastings Sawmill and the C.P.R. right-of-way east of Dunlevy Avenue.
J.S. Matthews' notes on negative: The flag is in front of the Harbour Commissioner's office. Col. Williams from his office window first saw the men taking shelter.

Physical Description

1 photograph : b&w nitrate negative; 9 x 12 cm