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Sketches from British Columbia: Lilloett, on the Fraser River, 1864. Creator: Unknown
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Sketches from British Columbia: Lilloett, on the Fraser River, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Sketches from British Columbia: Lilloett, on the Fraser River, 1864. '...a bird's-eye view, of the little town of Lilloett, situated on the right bank of the Fraser River, 212 miles from the port and capital, New Westminster. It is about half way to the Cariboo gold-diggings; and, as it is one of the best positions for inland traffic, many of the Douglas merchants keep stores here to supply the upper country. The neighbouring banks of the river have during the last three years proved rich in gold, being in many instances more remunerative to the worker than the mines of Cariboo. One long street constitutes the town...Lilloett - being located in a fine, open country, surrounded by delightful scenery - has a very pleasing appearance. At present it is the terminus for the stages. A waggon-road, commencing on the opposite side of the river, will soon be completed to the upper country, when the accommodation for the traveller will be very greatly extended, and the journey to the mines will become a pleasure-trip. The Fraser River flows by here with great rapidity, and the want of a bridge is greatly felt, as the only method, up to the present time, for conveying passengers and goods across is by boats, while cattle and horses have to swim across'. From "Illustrated London News", 1864
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This print captures a bird's-eye view of the charming town of Lilloett, nestled on the banks of the Fraser River in British Columbia in 1864. The town, located halfway to the Cariboo gold-diggings, served as a vital hub for inland traffic and was a popular spot for Douglas merchants to set up stores to supply the upper country. With its picturesque surroundings and rich gold deposits along the riverbanks, Lilloett was not only a bustling commercial center but also a scenic paradise.
The image showcases one long street that makes up the town, with the Fraser River flowing rapidly alongside it. Despite its remote location, Lilloett exudes an inviting charm and promises great potential for travelers seeking adventure in search of riches. As described in "Illustrated London News" from 1864, plans were underway to construct a waggon-road across the river to further extend travel accommodations and make journeys to the mines more enjoyable.
Lilloett may have been small in size, but its significance as a key stopover point on the route to Cariboo cannot be understated. This historical snapshot offers us a glimpse into life during this exciting era of exploration and discovery in British Columbia's rugged wilderness.
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