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Charles, Burwell James “Red”
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Charles, Red
Charles, B.J.
Charles, B. J.
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History
Burwell James “Red” Charles, 1894-1966, was born in Aurora, Ontario to parents Herbert and Effie (nee Heacock). He graduated from the University of Toronto with a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) in 1920. Later that year, he moved to Calgary, Alberta and set up a dental practice in the Herald Building until he retired in 1966. Among his many interests, Dr. Charles enjoyed filming Calgary’s pioneer citizens as well as his family and friends. Dr. Charles showed his moving-picture films to audiences at various Calgary venues. He married Pearl Sherwood in 1929 and they had one child, Mary Louise Charles.