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- Paris-Burford Rough Riders, Circa 1900The Paris-Burford Rough Riders was a local cavalry unit that became a common feature of many Parisian parades in the 19th century to demonstrate their prowess.The Paris-Burford Rough Riders was a local cavalry unit that became a common feature of many Parisian parades in the 19th century to demonstrate their prowess.
- Dedication of the Paris War Memorial, 11 November 19301999.1001.01: Black and white photograph of eight men standing in front of the Paris War Memorial during the 11 November 1930 dedication ceremony. Photograph is captioned "Dignitaries at the dedication of the Memorial, 1930. L. to r.: Allan Scott; Kenneth Robinson; Rev. Wm. McConnell; Rev. J.A. Wilson; Captain Cox, rector …1999.1001.01: Black and white photograph of eight men standing in front of the Paris War Memorial during the 11 November 1930 dedication ceremony. Photograph is captioned "Dignitaries at the dedication …
- Paris Public School Cadet Corps Circa 1928Black and white photograph of the Paris Public School cadet corps circa 1927-1928. The boys stand in uniform in three groups, on a street with houses, a barn, and trees in the background. "Fred Bemrose / Paris, Ont" marked on the bottom right corner by former Curator of the Paris …Black and white photograph of the Paris Public School cadet corps circa 1927-1928. The boys stand in uniform in three groups, on a street with houses, a barn, and trees …
- Paris Military Camp 1909Postcard depicting horses drinking in the Grand River at a military camp in Paris, Ontario in June 1909. The camp consists of a group of seven or more tents among shrubs and trees, with buildings, a factory, and houses in the background.Postcard depicting horses drinking in the Grand River at a military camp in Paris, Ontario in June 1909. The camp consists of a group of seven or more tents among …
- Sons of England Lodge FloatThe Sons of England Benefit Society was a Canadian benevolent society for Protestants which provided insurance to members in need because of family illness or other mishap. It was founded in 1876 in Canada and wound up its affairs in 1971. Although the primary function of the society was as …The Sons of England Benefit Society was a Canadian benevolent society for Protestants which provided insurance to members in need because of family illness or other mishap. It was founded …
- Paris Cadets Welcoming Baron Byng, 9 April 1922At this time, most schoolboys were required to be a member of the cadets. This image appears on page 35 of photographs in the publication At the Forks of the Grand: Volume II by D. A. Smith.At this time, most schoolboys were required to be a member of the cadets. This image appears on page 35 of photographs in the publication At the Forks of the …
- Paris 1915 Military CollageA collage of 66 vignettes of men in World War I military uniforms with their name listed below. In the centre "1915 Paris" is flanked by two crossed Union Jacks. The collage is signed on the bottom right corner “C. Plomby Paris”. Name of individuals listed from the top row …A collage of 66 vignettes of men in World War I military uniforms with their name listed below. In the centre "1915 Paris" is flanked by two crossed Union Jacks. …
- Photograph of St. James Anglican Church in WinterThis is a photograph of St. James Anglican Church in Paris, Ontario in the winter. The church steeple and the sides of the Gothic windows are visible in the photograph. The date of the picture is unknown.This is a photograph of St. James Anglican Church in Paris, Ontario in the winter. The church steeple and the sides of the Gothic windows are visible in the photograph. …
- Photograph of St. James Anglican Church Inside the NaveThis is a photograph of the interior of the nave of St. James Anglican Church in Paris, Ontario. The Gothic shape of the windows is visible in the photograph. The solid brass altar can also be seen. The date of the photograph is unknown.This is a photograph of the interior of the nave of St. James Anglican Church in Paris, Ontario. The Gothic shape of the windows is visible in the photograph. The …
- Photograph of the Side of St. James Anglican ChurchThis is a photograph of the side of the St. James Anglican Church in Paris, Ontario. The cobblestone church built by Levi Boughton in 1839 is of the Gothic Revival architectural style, and the Gothic, center pointed windows are visible in this photo. A small dormer window is also visible …This is a photograph of the side of the St. James Anglican Church in Paris, Ontario. The cobblestone church built by Levi Boughton in 1839 is of the Gothic Revival …
- Photograph of Rose Billings and Les Clarke in front of St. James Anglican ChurchThis is a photograph of Rose Billings and Les Clarke in front of the St. James Anglican Church on Burwell Street in Paris, Ontario. Although the date of the photograph is unknown, it is presumed to have been taken sometime between 1930 and 1950. This cobblestone church was built in …This is a photograph of Rose Billings and Les Clarke in front of the St. James Anglican Church on Burwell Street in Paris, Ontario. Although the date of the photograph …
- Photograph of the Steeple at St. James Anglican ChurchThis is a photograph of the steeple at St. James Anglican Church in Paris, Ontario. The cobblestone construction done by Levi Boughton in 1839 is visible in the photograph, as are the decorative quoins on the left corner of the building. The steeple has a finial on its very top, …This is a photograph of the steeple at St. James Anglican Church in Paris, Ontario. The cobblestone construction done by Levi Boughton in 1839 is visible in the photograph, as …
- Photograph of the Parking Lot Behind Arlington HotelThis is a photograph of the parking lot located behind the Arlington hotel. The join where the brick addition and the original plaster building meet can be seen in the photo. The addition was added by Mr. Eaton circa 1883. The date of the photograph is unknown.This is a photograph of the parking lot located behind the Arlington hotel. The join where the brick addition and the original plaster building meet can be seen in the …
- Photograph of the Arlington from Grand River Street NorthThis is a photograph of the Arlington hotel from Grand River Street North. The name of the hotel on the plaster unit that is visible in this photo has since been removed. Although difficult to see, the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce is situated on the other side of the …This is a photograph of the Arlington hotel from Grand River Street North. The name of the hotel on the plaster unit that is visible in this photo has since …
- Photograph of the Side of Arlington HotelThis is a photograph of the wall of the Arlington Hotel that faces William Street. The fire escapes that are visible in the photograph are no longer on the hotel. The Romanesque style arches supported by half-columns can be viewed in the picture. The date of the photograph is unknown.This is a photograph of the wall of the Arlington Hotel that faces William Street. The fire escapes that are visible in the photograph are no longer on the hotel. …
- Photograph of the Barker HouseThis is a photograph of the Barker house in Paris, Ontario. The Ontario Regency cottage style home was constructed of cobblestone circa 1842. It was owned by the Barker family until sometime in the 1900s. The home has since undergone many renovations. The date of the photograph is unknown.This is a photograph of the Barker house in Paris, Ontario. The Ontario Regency cottage style home was constructed of cobblestone circa 1842. It was owned by the Barker family …
- Remembrance Day Ceremony, c. 1935Black and white photograph of a Remembrance Day ceremony held at the Paris Cenotaph, located in downtown Paris, Ontario, circa 1935. A minister is speaking, standing on a raised platform behind a podium, directly in front of the Cenotaph. There are four individuals are standing behind the minister and the …Black and white photograph of a Remembrance Day ceremony held at the Paris Cenotaph, located in downtown Paris, Ontario, circa 1935. A minister is speaking, standing on a raised platform …
- Pupils watching a military parade about 1942The Paris Museum and Historical Society has business records, which include local newspapers of Maher advertisements dated to 1939. Therefore we know the business was operating at the beginning of the Second World War, although it is unknown when it first opened.The Paris Museum and Historical Society has business records, which include local newspapers of Maher advertisements dated to 1939. Therefore we know the business was operating at the beginning of …
- V. E. morning in Paris, 1945Black and white photograph of a boy identified as Danny Pelton holding a newspaper with the title "NAZIS QUIT: ALLIES OFFICIALLY ANNOUNCE SURRENDER AS UNCONDITIONAL" on the morning of 8 May 1945. Danny stands on Grand River Street North, facing north, between Mechanic Street and William Street. Directly behind him …Black and white photograph of a boy identified as Danny Pelton holding a newspaper with the title "NAZIS QUIT: ALLIES OFFICIALLY ANNOUNCE SURRENDER AS UNCONDITIONAL" on the morning of 8 …
- Ceremony marking the end of World War 2, May, 1945Black and white photograph of V. E. Day celebrations on 8 May 1945 taking place in Paris, Ontario. There is a large crowd of people standing [possibly on Grand River Street], with some people are holding or riding bicycles. The majority of the crowd is depicted in civilian clothing, however …Black and white photograph of V. E. Day celebrations on 8 May 1945 taking place in Paris, Ontario. There is a large crowd of people standing [possibly on Grand River …