A line up of 6 Oliver threshing machines know as “Red River Specials” that have just arrived by rail and been unloaded along Broadway Avenue in 1929. This was an outstanding year for Jack Martin’s business, as he had sold 31 threshing machines and 25 Hart-Parr tractors. Jack Martin also owned and ran one of the general stores in the village and these machines are parked in front of it.
This mural is located within the Eagle Builders arena on the upper level and depicts a time line of the development of Blackfalds, at over 250 feet long, with lots of interesting images and information.
Frank Stepheson came to Blackfalds in 1902 and built his livery in 1903. It was located on Broadway Avenue, east side, about where the Faith Community Church is located. This livery lasted until 1926, when it was replaced with a small garage and gas station.