ScaleDown Radio, June 10, 2008
Great show today! In light of the recent announcement that the owners of the Bank of Montreal building at the corner of Walker and Ottawa Streets in Olde Walkerville, we decided to investigate the importance that preserving our architectural heritage has in the grand scheme of local economic development and social cohesion. It turns out that it’s pretty darned important.
So, joining us via the miracle of the telephone today was Sean Bellemore, partner in Walkerville’s Gourmet Emporium. Sean and his partners just so happened to locate their business in an old Bank of Montreal building and see the heritage and significance of their building as being integral to their success.
Also joining us over the phone was Chris Edwards, owner of Walkerville Publishing. Anyone who knows Windsor knows that Chris and his partner Elaine Weeks are the go-to people when it comes to Walkerville’s history. Chris helped us understand that historical communities such as ours are economic drivers that we need to preserve if we are to withstand the economic downturn that Windsor is just starting to experience today.
Many thanks to our guests for making this episode a great one.
Lead in tune, as always, was If I Had To Eat You by Ten Indians
Enjoy!
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Great show guys. Maybe some discussion on the shops in The Olde Crown Inn and some of its history.
Gord - we could have you on as a guest who’s experienced the good old Crown Inn days first hand
Interesting show! would be a great if you could reach out to a wider audience on cbc or am800 one of these days as you are discussing subjects that are not receiving proper attention in the mainstream media - but should. The more people getting this kind of information the better.
but a very good start!!
gord - you’re right, the Crown Inn should be recognized too. This building was erected by Hiram Walker to accommodate travellers to Walkerville, likely many who would arrived by train at his beautiful station across the street. Another victim of the busy wrecking ball.
for stories on the Crown Inn and the Walkerville train station go to walkervilletimes.com
Elaine - if you happen to have any pull over at CBC, Mark and I would honestly consider jumping over to the AM dial
I bet they would even supply a producer for our show! And a paycheque!
I am glad that you tuned in and enjoyed listening. Chris and Sean were great guests.
actually, i have a bit! i can suggest it to Rob Miller and Phil Peck. You should be on cbc radio and tv regularly.