Painting of Canadian Pacific Railway Station in Schreiber
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This piece was painted by Connie Martin, the wife of Canadian Pacific Railway conductor George Martin. They lived across the street from the station. George would go to this station to check the daily lineup of trains and determine when he would be required for duty. This building was paramount to the railroaders of Schreiber. It contained the headquarters for local CPR management. It was a dispatching centre with the staff and equipment necessary to ensure a safe and smooth-running railroad. It was a focal point, an information centre and a meeting place for the many running trade employees. With such a strong local impact, it leaves little wonder why Mrs.Martin chose to memorialize this subject.