John Grove
The Prospect Point Lighthouse, which consisted of two tiny rooms, became the house of John Grove, who was the lighthouse keeper, his wife, and his two sons. In 1904, when the oldest son was thirteen, another room was added on the east side, and Grove was given access to two acres of the park for his own use. Keeper Grove had to wind up the weights that powered the fog bell every thirty minutes. A boat and boathouse were also supplied to the station in 1900. After thirty-eight years of service at Prospect Point, Keeper Grove’s role was now being assumed by the semaphore station that had caused him so much extra work and suffering. In 1926, Grove was informed that Prospect Point Lighthouse would be electrified and operated from the Prospect Point Signal Station, and that his services would no longer be needed. On March 21st, 1938, John Grove passed away in his home. Grove saved more than 100 lives, countless ships, and has become one of the lights of Vancouver’s history.
Written and posted by Z.T
Written and posted by Z.T