Statement of Significance
Formal Recognition Type
Fisheries Heritage Preservation Program
Notes
Jack Wells Fishing Premises was built in 1954 by Jack Wells and his brothers Otto and Alec. It included a twine store, stage and flake. The premises was used for mending traps and nets, as a place to bait trawls, for salting fish and for storing boats. Jack Wells was even married here, as was his sister. The premises has always been a gathering place in The Battery.
Location and History
Community
St. John's
Municipality
City of St. John's
Civic Address
Outer Battery Road
Construction (circa)
1954 - 1954
Builder
Alec Wells, Jack Wells, Otto Wells
Style
Rectangular Short Façade
Location
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