Downtown in Regina in Sherwood No. 159, Saskatchewan — The Prairie Region (North America)

Hon. Walter Scott

1867-1938

Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, June 19, 2022

1. Hon. Walter Scott Marker

Inscription.
Walter Scott, a prominent journalist and politician, was raised in rural Ontario. In 1885 he moved west and, as a member of Parliament (1900-1905), played a leading role in achieving provincial status for Saskatchewan.

Appointed its first Premier in 1905, Scott, through his insight and leadership, ably directed the province through its crucial first decade. Ill health forced his retirement from public life in 1916.

Erected 1980 by Government of Saskatchewan.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics. A significant historical year for this entry is 1905.

Location. 50° 26.846′ N, 104° 36.741′ W. Marker is in Regina, Saskatchewan, in Sherwood No. 159. It is in Downtown. It can be reached from the intersection of Victoria Avenue and Cornwall Street, on the right when traveling west. Marker is located along the center walkway in Victoria Park, about 15 yards north of Victoria Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Regina SK S4M 0A1, Canada. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Southeast Saskatchewan.

It is also in the Prairies.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once a British colony

and also Rupert’s Land.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Creation of the Province of Saskatchewan (a few steps from this marker); Regina Land Titles Building (within shouting distance of this marker); The Knox-Metropolitan United Church (about 120 meters away, measured

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in a direct line); Saskatchewan Revenue Building (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Chief Payepot (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); The Northern Bank (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); St Paul's Anglican Cathedral (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Saskatchewan Government Telephones Head Office (approx. 0.8 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Regina.

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1. Thomas Walter Scott.

Thomas Walter Scott went to Portage La Prairie, Manitoba, in 1885 and apprenticed as a printer. He moved to Regina, Saskatchewan, in 1886 and by 1896 had become an influential journalist and owner of the Regina Leader and the Moose Jaw Times. In 1905 he was chosen leader of the Saskatchewan Liberal Party and asked to form the first provincial government. Under his leadership, the party won the elections of 1905, 1908 and 1912.

(Submitted on February 13, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)

2. Thomas Walter Scott.

During the discussions about creating provinces out of the North-West Territories, Scott initially supported territorial Premier Frederick Haultain's proposal to create
Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, June 19, 2022

2. Hon. Walter Scott Marker
(looking west from central walkway in Victoria Park)
one big province (to be named "Buffalo") out of what is today Alberta and Saskatchewan – but then converted to the two-province option favoured by Sir Wilfrid Laurier's Liberal government. Scott was Saskatchewan's second longest-serving Premier, serving one continuous term from 1905 to 1916. Scott was also the minister of various departments during his tenure as premier.

(Submitted on February 13, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)

Credits. This page was last revised on February 13, 2023. It was originally submitted on February 11, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 184 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 13, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.