Carter Collection Pays Tribute on 60th Anniversary of Bus Accident

Carter Collection Pays Tribute on 60th Anniversary of Bus Accident

Allen Carter - Submitted

To many of our Chipman and Lamont residents the date of November 29, 1960 is just a heartbeat away. Anyone 70 years of age or more is instantly reminded of the community’s tragic loss when a school bus and a Canadian Nation Rail engine collided on the east side of Lamont.

Ten years ago, Chipman held a 50th Anniversary Memorial where the community gathered to remember those lost, those surviving, and those who continue to suffer from memories past. When the gathering ended there was an accumulation of memorabilia collected from impacted area residents. As the collection needed a permanent home, the Carters were offered the distinction of displaying these treasures in what A tribute in remembrance of the bus accident victims. (Carter Collection/Submitted Photo) is known as the Carter Collection.

Since that time, we have proudly displayed the newspaper history, pictures and personal memoirs of area residents. This bit of history has been part of Aldon Auto Salvage since that time. Occasionally it has been open to the public for celebrations such as clubs, reunions, photo ops as it is part of an operating business. Arrangements must be made well ahead of such requests. Due to COVID-19 the display is all but closed to the public so it is our hope that this contribution to the Vegreville News Advertiser recognizes this time in history.

Read the full story in the November 25, 2020 edition of the News Advertiser - now online!

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