original stonemasons were uncovered
on the walls around the clocktower.
There was also the discovery of a flag
they believe one of the project manag-
ers from the original build managed
to hide in the rafters. “We will frame
and display the flag once the building
is complete,” says Bell.
According to The City, the flag was
concealed near the top of the clock
tower, wrapped in a copy of the
Albertan newspaper from August 22,
1912. Based on that date, it is likely
the bunting was among those origi-
nally ordered to decorate the building
for the September 1912 royal visit to
Calgary of His Royal Highness Prince
Arthur the Duke of Connaught and
Strathern, and the 10th Governor
General of Canada.
Historic City Hall has seen Calgary
through many chapters. It is with pride
and anticipation that The City is now
close to unveiling the “new” Historic
City Hall and welcoming back the
Mayor and Councillors to their home.
When that happens, we will follow up
with the celebrations.
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