1900 - Data Points by Date/Period

The Court of Final Appeal Building, also known as the Old Supreme Court Building, houses the Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal. It served as the former Supreme Court from 1912 to 1983 and the Legislative Council from 1985 to 2011. Located at 8 Jackson Road in Central, the building sits along the eastern side of Statue Square, directly west of Chater Garden. Its exterior is a designated monument of Hong Kong, reflecting its historical significance. Designed by British architects Sir Aston Webb and Ingress Bell, who also designed parts of Buckingham Palace and the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, the building opened on January 15, 1912, after construction began in 1900.The building is a two-story neo-classical structure made of granite and supported by Ionic columns. Atop it stands a 2.7-meter-high blindfolded statue of Themis, the Greek goddess of justice, inspired by the statue at London's Old Bailey. During the Japanese occupation of Hong Kong (1941–1945), it was used as the headquarters for the Kempeitai (Military Police). In 1978, the building required restoration due to the construction of the MTR, temporarily relocating the Supreme Court to the Former French Mission Building.In 1985, the building became the Legislative Council Building, while the Supreme Court moved to Admiralty. After the Legislative Council moved to the Tamar site in 2011, the building reverted to its judicial role, housing the Court of Final Appeal starting on September 7, 2015. The opening ceremony was attended by Chief Justice Geoffrey Ma Tao-li.The building was constructed on reclaimed land, with a foundation supported by hundreds of Chinese fir tree trunks, effectively 'floating' on a timber raft. A groundwater replenishment system maintains the necessary groundwater level. The building's symmetrical design covers an area of 2,660 square meters (28,600 sq ft), with a height of around 40 meters (130 ft). A pediment above the central section features a Statue of Justice and an inscription reading 'Erected AD MDCCCCX.' Beneath it is a carving of the British royal coat of arms, which includes the emblems of England, Scotland, and Ireland, supported by an English lion and Scottish unicorn, topped with a royal crown. The motto 'Dieu et mon droit' (God and my right) appears beneath the arms, flanked by the figures of Mercy and Truth.

The Molson Bank Building was constructed in 1866 at the corner of St. Peter and St. James streets (now rue Saint-Pierre and rue Saint-Jacques) in Old Montreal as the headquarters for Molson Bank, founded by William Molson (1793–1875). This was Montreal’s first building designed in the Second Empire style, a design led by architect George Browne and his son, John James George Browne.Molson Bank merged with the Bank of Montreal in 1925.The construction of the Molson Bank Building began in 1864 and completed in 1866. Due to outgrowing its previous location on St. James Street, Molson Bank acquired a neighboring lot in 1863, and an architectural competition awarded the design to George and John James Browne. Construction involved demolishing existing buildings on the site, with the bank’s counters and offices located on the first floor and basement. The upper floors, accessed from St. Peter Street, were leased to various tenants, including a publisher.In 1870, Molson Bank expanded by opening branches, establishing its head office on St. James Street as the main branch. By 1883, the bank occupied the entire building, which was expanded further in 1900 and 1911 to cover the entire lot. The original St. Peter Street entrance was eventually replaced with an entrance on Saint-Jacques Street.Following the 1925 merger with the Bank of Montreal, the building housed a branch and international services. In 1923-1924, the first floor was extended to Notre-Dame Street, connecting to the Insurance Exchange building constructed behind it. The Bank of Montreal branch closed in 1981 and was later converted into a training center. After the bank disposed of the property in 1999, it was renovated and eventually occupied by government and legal offices by 2009.

The Elbow & District Museum, located on Saskatchewan Street, offers a collection of historical artifacts spanning thousands of years, curated to share the region’s rich history. Across the street is the Sod Shack, a fully furnished replica of an early 1900s sod house, built from native prairie sod in 2000. The original structure was created in 1965 to celebrate Saskatchewan's 60th anniversary as a province. The Sod Shack provides a glimpse into the lives of homesteaders who settled the Canadian prairies, where wood was scarce, and homes were constructed from sod.The museum site also features a tourist information center and hosts school groups and bus tours. Annual events include the Heritage Day Celebration on July 1 and Cultural Days at the end of September. Operating hours are from the May long weekend through June on weekends from 1-5 pm, daily in July and August from 1-5 pm, and by appointment from September through April.

The Coronach District Museum, established in 1987, showcases the history of the Coronach area from 1900 to the present day. Originally located in the home of Allan and Allace Black, the museum began with an antique collection purchased by the RM of Hart Butte and the Town of Coronach in 1986. Due to space limitations, the collection was moved to its current location, the former Coronach Union Hospital, which was built using part of a hangar from the Mossbank Air Force Base.The museum's artifacts include items from the original Black collection, along with many pieces donated by local residents, now surpassing the original holdings. The building, once the town's hospital until the new Health Centre was constructed in 1992, also features an east wing added after the hospital’s opening in 1949. Visitors can explore a wide array of exhibits that reflect the settlement and development of the Coronach district. The museum also hosts a screening of the documentary 'Coal in Coronach', written and produced by Kristen Catherwood for Heritage Saskatchewan.

St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, a Municipal Heritage Property, is situated in the Hamlet of Smuts, approximately 45 kilometers northeast of Saskatoon. This designation covers a one-story, wood-frame church and belfry on about one hectare of land.The church holds heritage value for its ties to the local Ukrainian community, which began settling in the Smuts district in 1900. Initially, the settlers built a church three kilometers southwest of the current location. After the original church burned down in 1925, the present church was built and relocated to its current site in 1955. Perched on a hill overlooking the community, the church symbolizes the establishment of Ukrainian Greek Catholic faith in the region.Architecturally, the church is significant for its Neo-Byzantine style. It includes traditional Eastern church elements such as a cruciform footprint, a large onion-shaped central dome with two smaller domes on adjacent towers, and a detached belfry near the main entrance.The church's heritage value is reflected in its Neo-Byzantine design features, including its cruciform layout, onion-shaped domes, front towers, rounded-arch and stained glass windows, and the detached belfry. Additionally, its historical association with the Ukrainian community is highlighted by its original site orientation and prominent location.

Kaposvar, one of the first Hungarian settlements in Western Canada, was founded in 1886. The Kaposvar Historical Society is responsible for the preservation, restoration, and maintenance of the Kaposvar Historic Site, which includes a stone church (built in 1907), a rectory (constructed in 1900), a Grotto (created in 1942), and a cemetery established in 1886. The site reflects the history of early Hungarian settlers, featuring artifacts from that era. Additionally, a homestead site was added in 1986, which includes a pioneer house (1905), barn, millhouse, and a rural schoolhouse, offering a glimpse into the pioneer life of the time.Located 5 km south of Esterhazy on grid 637, the historic site is open for guided tours from mid-May through September, as well as by appointment. Visitors can explore the historical structures and learn more about the settlement. Every year on the third Sunday in August, a pilgrimage is held at the Grotto, and in 2007, the stone church celebrated its centennial.

Green Lake, located in Saskatchewan, Canada, is a northern village predominantly inhabited by Métis people. Situated northeast of Meadow Lake and northwest of Big River, it lies in the southern boreal forest and is named after the nearby Green Lake. Key industries in the area include fishing, tourism, and farming.The Northern Village of Green Lake has historical roots dating back to 1782 when the North West Company (NWC) established a wintering post there. In 1793, the NWC set up a permanent post, which was followed by the Hudson's Bay Company (HBC) in 1810. The NWC seized the HBC post in 1816-1817 but a new HBC post was re-established by 1818, and the two companies merged in 1821. The Green Lake post was a significant hub in north-central Saskatchewan, connecting overland trails with the Churchill River. It remained operational until 1973.By the mid-19th century, Roman Catholic missionaries had established a church in Green Lake. Treaty 6 was signed in 1876, leading to settlement in the area and providing natives the choice to join Treaty 6 or take scrip. During the North-West Rebellion, the HBC store in Green Lake was ransacked by Cree from Frog Lake.In 1900, Green Lake saw the establishment of a telegraph service, a post office, and a trail to Meadow Lake. By 1939, the Green Lake Metis Rehabilitation Program was introduced, leading to the relocation of southern Métis to the area. Government projects included Central Farm and a sawmill, which employed many locals. Saskatchewan Highway 155 was established in 1947, connecting Green Lake to Beauval, with further infrastructure developments including a hospital and RCMP detachment.Green Lake was incorporated as a northern village in 1983. The community-owned sawmill, Green Lake Metis Wood Products Limited, operated between 1992 and 2003. The provincial government transferred Central Farm and Silver Lake Farm to the Northern Village of Green Lake in 1996 and 2006, respectively. These farms are used as community pastures.In 1782, the North West Company established Green Lake House on the lake's southwest shore. It faced numerous challenges, including attacks and rebuilding efforts, until the Hudson's Bay Company took over operations in 1821. The store was closed in 1973.During the North-West Rebellion in 1885, the HBC post in Green Lake was looted by Cree from Loon Lake. James Sinclair, the factor of the post, managed to escape and rejoin his men while the post’s goods were pillaged.As of the 2021 Census, Green Lake had a population of 411 residing in 168 of its 220 private dwellings, marking a 4.2% decrease from 2016. The village covers an area of 121.18 km² (46.79 sq mi) with a population density of 3.4/km² (8.8/sq mi).

The name 'Preeceville' originates from the Preece family, early homesteaders of the current town site.Settlement in the Preeceville region began with fur traders exploring the upper Assiniboine area before 1800. Ranchers later followed trails established by First Nations people and fur traders. The transition from ranching to farming occurred after the township survey in 1900, with further development spurred by the arrival of the Canadian National Railway (CN) in 1912.Located in east-central Saskatchewan, approximately 105 km north of Yorkton, Preeceville is situated at the junction of Highways 9, 47, and 49. It lies in the northern Parkland region, on the southern edge of the timber zone, characterized by gently rolling land ideal for mixed agriculture.Preeceville's population has remained stable since the early 1990s, supporting its role as a self-sufficient community. The town functions as a shopping and service hub for nearly 5,500 residents from surrounding towns and rural municipalities, including Endeavour, Sturgis, and the RMs of Preeceville, Hazel Dell, Clayton, and Buchanan.The climate in Preeceville is moderate, with annual precipitation around 205 mm. The growing season sees its last spring frost in late May and the first fall frost in early September. July and August are the hottest months, with average temperatures ranging from a minimum of 7.5°C to a maximum of 29°C. The town enjoys about 2361 hours of sunshine annually, with July being the sunniest month. Prevailing winds come from the northwest. The climate supports various summer activities such as fishing, swimming, hiking, boating, and ball sports, while winter offers opportunities for snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, ice-fishing, and skating.Preeceville is governed by a council comprised of a mayor and six councilors, elected for four-year terms. Daily administration is managed by an administrator, assisted by an assistant administrator and an office assistant.

St. Vitus's church was transformed and renamed the Basilica of Mary Help of Christians, a significant Slovenian national sanctuary since 1863. Renowned architects contributed to its ornate design, including Ivan Vurnik and Jože Plečnik. The basilica features impressive mosaics and sculptures, including depictions of biblical figures and prophets. Adjacent to the basilica stands a Franciscan monastery housing the modern Nativity Museum. The chapel, though not central, remains the heart of the sanctuary, adorned with paintings and marble. The church's history dates back to the 14th or 15th century, and its present Neo-Renaissance structure, designed by architect Robert Mikovitz, was consecrated in 1900. Inside, Renaissance influences dominate, with intricate artworks by Slovenian artists adorning altars. The grandeur of the church is exemplified by the beautiful tabernacle altar, considered among Vurnik's finest creations.

The Mimi Castle, also known as Castel Mimi in Romanian, and officially referred to as the Winery of the Mimi family or Fabrica de vin a familiei Mimi, stands as both a winery and an architectural marvel. Constructed in the late 19th century, this iconic monument graces the village of Bulboaca within Moldova's Anenii Noi district.The winery's construction, initiated by Constantin Mimi, a prominent Bessarabian statesman turned diplomat and vintner, took place on his family's land. Completed around 1900/1901 (some records suggest as early as 1893), its architectural blueprint drew inspiration from French designs, showcasing a blend of classicism and historicism. Mimi's passion for vine cultivation and winemaking, honed through studies in Montpellier, birthed one of Bessarabia's most renowned wineries. Notably, this establishment is believed to be Bessarabia's inaugural authentic chateau. A groundbreaking structure for its time, the winery was crafted from reinforced concrete across two floors, earning it the reputation of a modern marvel not just within Bender County but throughout the entire governorate. Its cellar boasted a capacity to house approximately 300,000 liters of wine in barrels. In 2011, a restoration project commenced, envisioning the winery as a key tourist destination. Upon its reconstruction, it was christened 'Castel Mimi' as a tribute to its visionary founder. The restoration efforts concluded in September 2016. Castel Mimi became the distinguished venue for the second summit of the European Political Community (EPC) on June 1, 2023.

1900 (23)

Other Dates/Periods

1507

24-02-2019

1922 - 1924

13-02-2023

14-10-2022

Helpful Links

Read Now

Currently Analyzing