Explaining some of the history behind the Manor Drummond Hotel in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

The Manor Drummond Hotel is one of the forgotten historic hotels of Montreal, Quebec, Canada which is not well known. This hotel is one of the forgotten historic hotels of Drummondville also. This news article will explain and explore the history behind the Manor Drummond Hotel. Manor Drummond Hotel was also known as and referred to as “Manoir Drummond”, “Manoir Drummond Hotel”, “Drummond Manor”, and “Drummond Street Hotel” by many Canadian newspapers, American newspapers, and many French speakers.

Manor Drummond Hotel was established as a hotel in Montreal, Quebec sometime during the 18th century. The exact date of exactly when is unknown. Carry Drummond was the man responsible for running this hotel since 1798. This hotel was not as known as some of the other hotels in Montreal but business was good enough to keep the hotel afloat.

Ottawa Journal claimed that the Drummond Hotel was located on Drummond Street in Montreal, Quebec in 1891. (Ref: https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/43080619/)

P. T. Davies was a director and vice-president of the Manoir Drummond Hotel in Drummondville prior to his retirement in 1948. (Ref: https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/421034220/)

According to The Gazette from Montreal, Albert Trahan was a manager of the Manoir Drummond Hotel in Drummondville along with P. T. Davies, who had been serving as director and vice-president of the Manoir Drummond Hotel. (Ref: https://www.newspapers.com/image/?clipping_id=31343570)


Ex-Mayor Napoleon Garceau dined at Manor Drummond Hotel in 1924 after his return from Europe. The Gazette from Montreal reported about his return from Europe. (Ref: The Gazette from Montreal, RETURNED FROM EUROPE Ex-Mayor Garceau Dined at Drummondville, Page 14, Friday, May 16, 1924)

“A banquet was held last night at the Manoir Drummond, Drummondville, in honor of ex-Mayor Napoleon Garceau, of Drummondville, on the occasion of his return from an extended trip in Europe. At the table of honor were: W. A. Moisan, N.P., present mayor of Drummondville and chairman for the occasion; Hon. J. E. Perrault, minister of colonization; Nap. Laliberte, batonnier of the Bar of Arthaibaska; Wilfred Laliberte. K.C.; Jules Polsson, K.C.; Joseph Marier, K.C.; C. H. Lalonde, K.C.; Honor Garceau, Gaston Rinquet: J. V. Marceau, honoary for Arthabaska: M. Davis, F. C. Christman. R. F. Fisk. IV. B. Williams and A. Mercure. There were an all seventy-rive guests. At the close of the banquet a cane was presented to the guest of honor by Alexandre Alercure. Several speeches were made and Mr. Garceau in reply gave a short sketch of his trip, which included England, France, Italy and Egypt.”

A permit for $75,000 to build a new hotel for Manor Drummond Hotel was filed to Drummondville City Council and Quebec Provincial Government in 1925. Manor Drummond Hotel was re-built in 1925 at a cost of $75,000 dollars. (Ref: https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/420068872/)


A disaster occurred on some night in 1927 as that is when Manor Drummond Hotel burned to the ground during a fire. The fire destroyed everything to the point of becoming a total loss. Nothing was salvageable. Construction of a new hotel would take 2 years and the Manor Drummond Hotel would not be open until 1929.

The Hon. J. L. Perron, Minister of Roads declared the hotel open on the night of March 16, 1929 after construction of the new hotel was completed. An effort had been made to maintain a distinctively Canadian atmosphere and in the rooms, particularly carried out by a generous use of homespun blankets and pictures with Canadian motives. The foyer and rest rooms were large and comfortably furnished. The new hotel a monument to the civic pride of the people of Drummondville and to the initiative of the Southern Canada Power Company. (Ref: https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/419933094/)

Now the Hon. J. L. Perron, Minister of Roads, had, for several years, urged the provincial government to build better roads in Drummondville, Montreal, and all of the Quebec province.

BETTER HOTELS IN PROVINCE URGED BY HON. J. L. PERRON NEW HIGHWAY PROMISED

The Hon. J. L. Perron, Minister of Roads, tonight presided at the official opening of the new Manoir Drummond Hotel, erected here to replace the old hotel destroyed by fire in 1927. In declaring the hotel well and truly opened, the Minister of Roads directed the attention of the large number of prominent business men present to the need for better hotels in the province, in order that the good impression conveyed to the tourists by the splendid roads should not be spoiled by mediocre hotels. The new hotel, Mr. Perron said, was at once a monument to the civic pride of the people of Drummondville and to the initiative of the Southern Canada Power Company, which is directly responsible for the building which was opened tonight. For eight years, the continued, he had preached the need for better hotels in the province of Quebec, and in the erection of a hotel such as that now opened, he saw the partial fulfillment of his desires.  For the same period he had asked he people continually to follow the example of the Government, which, by constructing the best roads possible, had attracted a large number of people who otherwise would not have come to the province. The example of the company which made possible the construction of the Manoir Drummond would no doubt bear omit in other parts of the province, and the people could rest assured that, whenever they showed initiative of this kind, they worried be fully supported by the provincial Government.

We have in this province, Mr. Perron went on, everything we need to attract the people of other countries, from Europe as well as from the United States. We have a fine countryside, a climate which compares favorably with that of any other country, a hospitable people, and good roads. What we need most is better hotels. Our hotels, in the country districts at least, do not measure up to the standard we have set for ourselves, and Just so long as our hotels are not all that they should be, we will not attract the number of tourists we are entitled to receive because if our good roads. Here' the Minister of Roads appealed to the men with money to invest. These men, he said, should not ask for immediate returns from their investments but, confident in the future of the province, should be prepared to wait for a while in order to see their investment bring them the returns deserved by their initiative. Just as the' present hotel would enrich Drummondville, so a hotel erected in any other part of the province would enrich not only its sponsors but the people in whose territory it was erected. Earlier speakers had mentioned the need for better roads to link Drummondville with Montreal, and Mr. Perron promised that before June 15, next the district about Drummondville would have a road second to none in the province.

In closing Mr. Perron paid tribute to the initiative of the officers of the Southern Canada Power Company which is the principal industry of Drummondville. The dinner was presided over jointly by J. Montplaisir and P. T. Davies, vice-president of the Southern Canada Power Company. Other speakers were W. Moisan, mayor of the municipality, Hon. Walter Mitchell, J. B. Woodyat, president or the company, R. H. Sperling, G. A. Ross, Douglas Bremner, H. Eardley, A. Dreary, K.C., F. G. Daniels, K. A. Giard, H. J. Humphreys, W. S. Weldon and G. Olivier. The hotel which was opened tonight is a four story structure, entirely fireproof, and with rooms decorated and furnished in the most modern style. An effort has been made to maintain a distinctively Canadian atmosphere and in the rooms, particularly, this has been carried out by a generous use of homespun blankets and pictures with Canadian motives. The foyer and rest rooms are large and comfortably furnished. The majority of the rooms have baths attached. The hotel has one other distinctive feature; it Is one of the few in America which have a kitchen electrically equipped throughout. The ventilation of the hotel Is electrically controlled. At tonight's dinner entertainment was provided by the Markowski trio of the Queen's Hotel, Montreal, and by Emile Gour's vocal quartette.


The Manoir Drummond played an important part in the social life of Drummond during the 1930s.  Manoir Drummond played an important part in the social life for the province of Quebec as well. (Ref: https://www.newspapers.com/image/?clipping_id=70301221)

“The Manoir Drummond hotel is worthy of mention, for this modern hostelry plays an important part in the social life of the city.”

The Gazette from Montreal listed Manoir Drummond Hotel as the “pride of Drummondville” in the year of 1930. “The Manoir Drummond, the hotel which is the pride of Drummondville.” (Ref: https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/419668124/)

The name of this hotel was renamed from Manoir Drummond Hotel/Manoir Drummond to Julia Drummond Hotel in 1931 as reported by The Gazette from Montreal. Julia Drummond would own and operate this hotel through the 1930s. An annual meeting was held at this hotel every year beginning in 1931. (Ref: https://www.newspapers.com/image/?clipping_id=62827724)

Julia Drummond Hotel would separate from Manoir Drummond Hotel and operate as an entirely different hotel in 1931. By branching off, Julia Drummond Hotel would relocate to the address of at 1208 St. Mark Street. An annual meeting was held at this hotel every year beginning in 1931. Julia Drummond Hotel was an entirely separate hotel from Manoir Drummond Hotel by then. (Ref: https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/420072953/)

 

Manor Drummond Hotel was also known as and referred to as “Manoir Drummond” by Canadian newspapers, American newspapers, and many French speakers. (Ref: https://www.newspapers.com/image/53780175/?terms=%22Manoir%20Drummond%22&match=1)


Jules Martel sued the Southern Canada Power Company, Limited, for $9,500 for an injury he received during an installation of a transformer at the Manoir Drummond Hotel in Drummondville, Quebec, Canada in 1935. (Ref: https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/419689202/)

    ROBICHON PLEADS CASE

    Three Rivers Mayor Here on Behalf of Client His Worship Mayor G. H. Robichon of, Three Rivers, newly created Chevalier of the Legion of Honor, temporarily dropped his magisterial duties yesterday and came to Montreal as an advocate to plead the case of a client before the Court of King's Bench, appeal side. His Worship is acting for Jules Martel in an appeal of two Superior Court Judgments on incidental proceedings In which Martel is suing the Southern Canada Power Company, Limited, for $9,500 for Injury received in installation of a transformer at the Manoir Drummond Hotel, Drummondville. The case began hearing before the special term of the court or Monday, but was temporarily halted yesterday morning as Mr. Justice McDougall of the Superior Court, who is sitting as ad hoc Judge on the appeal bench, war called home because of illness in the family. Hearing of the case resumed in the afternoon, the other Judges being Mr. Justice Dorlon, Mr. Justice Bernler, Mr. Justice Bond, Mr. Justice St. Germain.


Sporting events were commonplace at Manoir Drummond Hotel as that is where many sporting related events took place during the mid-20th century. For example, the Eastern Townships Championships were often held at the Manoir Drummond Hotel.

“This weekend will see Montreal bridge players burning up the highways to Drummondville to participate in the Eastern Townships Championships being held at the Manoir Drummond. A gala time is anticipated by all.”

(Ref: https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/419919219/)

“The following weekend, Oct 25, 26, the eighth annual Eastern Townships Bridge Championships Will take place at the Manoir Drummond in Drummondville. We personally recommend this tournament for top entertainment for bridge enthusiasts. If you would like a programme, write Mrs. J. S. Cameron, 640 Lindsay Street, Drummondville, or contact this column in care of The Gazette and it will be mailed to you promptly.”

(Ref: https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/419913153/)


Officers of the Drummondville Red Cross Society held their annual meetings during the 1930s and 1940s.

“Officers of the Drummondville Red Cross Society were elected at the annual meeting held in the Manoir Drummond when it was noted that the branch received $4,176 during 1946. The executive for the coming year is as follows: Mrs. Leslie H. Millar, past president; Mrs. Robert Bernard, president; Mrs. Paul Arscneau, Mrs. Ii. L. Uuilmette, Mrs. Gault Parker, Mrs. Robert Haworth, vice-presidents; Mrs. William Gough, treasurer; Miss Marguerite Courchesne, secretary; Mrs. Lucien Helie, Mrs. G. J. Deschambault, Mrs. Paul Frigon, Mrs. G. A. Awcock, Mrs. H. A. Weaver and Mrs. Aiuiioie Schuefer, trustees; and joint presidents of financial campaigns, Clifford Iiargreaves and Dr. E. Dansereau. Humanity honors the great poets as interpreters of its passions and tellers of its secrets.”

 (Ref: https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/420042069/)

“Representatives from sectional units of Drummonville met in Manoir Drummond for the annual meeting of the local Red Cross, and heard the reading of reports presented by Mrs. Leslie Millar, president, and others, which showed that 1,760 articles were dispatched to headquarters in 1945.”

 (Ref: https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/421206074/)

Drummondville Unit of Red Cross Convenes

The units of the Drummondville Branch of the Canadian Red Cross Society were represented by many of their members at the annual meeting recently held in the Manoir Drummond.

 (Ref: https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/419866364/)



Generous aid was given at the annual meeting of the Drummondville Branch of the Canadian Red Cross Society held in the Manoir Drummond in 1949. It was reported that $805 dollars had been spent for veterans' families and emergency calls during 1949.

[Generous Aid Given

At the annual meeting of the Drummondville Branch of the Canadian Red Cross Society, held in the Manoir Drummond, it was reported that $805 had been spent for veterans' families and emergency calls during the year. Mrs. Gault Parker was named president and other officers elected were, vice-presidents, Mrs. Robert Ha worth. Mrs. Anatole Schaefer. Mrs. Gaston Ringuet and Mrs. Paul Arseneau; treasurer, Mrs. William Gough; secretary, Miss Marguerite Courchesne; directors. Mrs. Lucien Helie, Miss Estelle Forest, nurse. Mrs. Galaize, nurse, Mrs. G. J. Deschambault, Mrs. R. A. Weaver, Mrs. Rod Moffat and Mrs. G. A. Awcock. It was noted that the subscription campaign was headed by R. A. Adam and J. L. McCormack.]



Manoir Drummond was noted as being “comfortable and fireproof” in 1955. The comfort is what attracted customers to Manoir Drummond Hotel. (Ref: https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/419885386/)

Come this weekend any weekend to the comfortable, fireproof Manoir Drummond at Drummondville. Two nights, two delicious breakfast and two days on the wonderful 18-hole golf course a for as little as $10.00 each for 2 in a double room (single, $11.00). Come and bring the family. You drive to Drummondville over the beet and least-crowded highway around Montreal.

Part of Manor Drummond Hotel became Drummond Manor in 1964 and was located few steps above Sherbrooke which at the time were deluxe apartments. Amenities included private balconies, sundecks, fully equipped kitchens with exterior windows, and carpeted hallways in what was a fireproof air-conditioned building with an elevator. Each unit had 2 bedrooms. Rentals were $175. (Ref: https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/423589248/)


Manoir Drummond was still a staid, brick hotel in 1980 as reported by The Gazette from Montreal. The hotel had a respectable reputation with the community. (Ref: https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/422178836/)

“Public Works Minister Jocelyne Ouellette had made her pitch to about 40 women in the Manoir Drummond, a staid, brick hotel. Then it was question time and none of the early questions dealt with sovereignty-association.”

In 1987, Drummond Street Hotel had doubled its security staff to 6 guards due to many bomb threats that been called in to hotels in the Quebec province. (Ref: https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/427244787/)

[Other provinces that allow refugee-status applicants to collect welfare and provide health care are Ontario, Manitoba and P.E.I. Keep refugees out: protesters About 20 people gathered outside immigration offices in downtown Montreal yesterday afternoon, calling for a moratorium on immigration until Quebec is independent. The protesters, who said they belong to the Comite pour le reveil d'independance and Les jeunes independantistes, said it's time to halt all immigration until Quebec is free to choose who will be accepted. Many of the demonstrators carried placards bearing such slogans as "A Mulroney-Bourassa Plot to Drown French-Canadians," "We want work, not immigrants" and "Genocide Invasion of Quebec." Yves Menard, president of Les jeunes independantistes, said there is a disturbing link between language issues and immigration policy. He said he finds it particularly troubling that the latest wave of immigration coincides with the surge in bilingual and unilingual English signs in Montreal. Meanwhile, the downtown Hotel Europa, which houses more than 500 people seeking refugee status, has received three bomb threats in the past week. Hotel manager Ali Fahmi said the Drummond St. hotel has doubled its security staff to six guards.]

For whatever the reason/reasons may have been, Manor Drummond Hotel was shut down sometime in the year of 1989. Manor Drummond Hotel became DRUMMOND PAVILLON aka 3041 DRUMMOND PAVILLON/3421 DRUMMOND PAVILLON. Manor Drummond Hotel is now home to a condominium complex and apartments called Akelius. (Ref: https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/423847399/)


Manor Drummond Hotel was located at 3421 Drummond Street, Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Their post address was 3421 Drummond St, Montreal, QC H3G 1X7, Canada. Other addresses for Manor Drummond Hotel were 3421 rue Drummond, Montreal, Quebec, Canada and 3421 rue Drummond.