SCHOOLS
SWAN HOLLOW AT THE TURN OF THE CENTURY
This photograph, taken probably around the turn of the century, gives a good idea of the shape and size of the building. The three windows on the right, or south side of the building, were matched by three on the left, or north, at this time. The building faced the St. Lawrence River at Carnegie Bay. The children in this group came from an area including Dingman Point, the Goose Bay Road as far as Reester Hill, and the Swan Hill Road as far as the present Taylor Road, then the Gulf Hill Road. I hope someone can name more of the children.
Notice the flag pole. In later years the rope for the pole was tied off to a cleat on the entry way. The honor of raising and lowering the flag, before and after school time, was jealously sought. The chore was shared by two people, one to hold the flag, for it must never touch the ground, and the other, usually an older boy or girl with strong fingers, to manage the metal clasps which went through the metal ringed grommets on the stiff edging. On wet days, the flag must be taken into the school house, because it must never fly in the rain. The smell of that wet wool slowly drying on the backs of chairs is unforgettable.If you have additional information, comments, or suggestions, please contact:
Nan Dixon
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