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A Residence Pulled by Bulldozers, Corner of rue Royale and avenue Fournière

Black and white photograph of a two-storey building being pulled by three tractors. The logs used to roll the building are laid down in front. A person is on the roof. Several curious onlookers attend the scene.

Date : 1942

Credits : Société d’histoire de Malartic, Laurent Chartier fonds

Some squatter homes are strong enough to withstand the move. They must first be raised and solidified. There follows the installation on wooden skids provided by the government. A tractor is also provided for free. However, squatters must first have bought a lot in Malartic. The lot must also be ready to receive the house with foundations, levelling, etc.