Category Archives: historical

The Temple of Sharon-Innovation in Architecture

I am drawn to architecture: the height of a column, the bend of a Gothic arch, the curve of a vault.   There is something more than simply the design that makes a space  majestic: it is the material used, the … Continue reading

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Remembering the British Empire…

As many people turn their attention to the Royal Wedding this coming April 29, 2011.  I thought I might share some of the images I have found.  As  a Loyalist family, we certainly have a lot!

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A Brief Excerpt of John Gamsby’s Family History- Dorothea Gamsby’s Brother

The following is a letter I found in a file of papers entitled “family history.” I have the pleasure of knowing descendants of the Gamsby’s I’ve mentioned on this blog visit this site.  I thought you especially would be interested … Continue reading

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Gran’s Journal Nov 22, 1963- Kennedy’s Assassination

What follows in an excerpt of my gran’s 1963 journal.  I thought it was interesting to share a perspective from a Canadian who was hearing it on the radio- this is only the first entry from the day of the … Continue reading

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Position Wanted: Male

An advertisement in a 1956 Magazine for employment at a bank….

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