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Groups: Paris Museum and Historical Society
- Paris Citizens' Band
This article has been contributed by the Paris Museum and Historical Society. It was written in 1979 by Walter Williams, Jr. List of Bandmasters Marchant - 1875-76 Dickenson Brown Emerson - 1876-93 Coleman - 1893-95 (unconfirmed) William Williams - 1895-? Kuhlman (unconfirmed) Teirny (unconfirmed) Walter Williams Sr. - 1927-59 Walter … This article has been contributed by the Paris Museum and Historical Society. It was written in 1979 by Walter Williams, Jr. List of Bandmasters Marchant - 1875-76 Dickenson Brown Emerson … - Muriel and Jack Pickell
This article originally appeared on the County of Brant wiki at ourbrant.wikia.com. It has been included in this collection for ease of research. This article originally appeared on the County of Brant wiki at ourbrant.wikia.com. It has been included in this collection for ease of research. - Paris's First Seven World War I Volunteers about to leave for Brantford, 1914
The original matting provides a date of August 23. D.A. Smith provides a date of August 26. The original matting provides a date of August 23. D.A. Smith provides a date of August 26. - Send-Off of World War I Volunteers at William & Willow, Paris, 1914
The original matting provides a date of August 23. D.A. Smith provides a date of August 26. The original matting provides a date of August 23. D.A. Smith provides a date of August 26. - Sons of England Lodge Float
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 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 … - Ceremony marking the end of World War 2, May, 1945
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 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 … - Interview with Clara Farr This unverified article originally appeared on the County of Brant wiki at ourbrant.wikia.com. It was contributed by a member of the community. It has been included in this collection for ease of research. This unverified article originally appeared on the County of Brant wiki at ourbrant.wikia.com. It was contributed by a member of the community. It has been included in this collection for …
- Paris 1915 Military Collage
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. 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. … - Pupils watching a military parade about 1942
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 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 … - Interview with Leonard Wise Contributed by Paris Museum and Historical Society. This article originally appeared on the County of Brant wiki at ourbrant.wikia.com. It has been included in this collection for ease of research. Contributed by Paris Museum and Historical Society. This article originally appeared on the County of Brant wiki at ourbrant.wikia.com. It has been included in this collection for ease of research.
- Dedication of the Paris War Memorial, 11 November 1930
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 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 … - Reminiscences by Dale Robb This unverified article originally appeared on the County of Brant wiki at ourbrant.wikia.com. It was contributed by a member of the community. It has been included in this collection for ease of research. This unverified article originally appeared on the County of Brant wiki at ourbrant.wikia.com. It was contributed by a member of the community. It has been included in this collection for …
- Interview with Mel Sharpe Contributed by Paris Museum and Historical Society. This article originally appeared on the County of Brant wiki at ourbrant.wikia.com. It has been included in this collection for ease of research. Contributed by Paris Museum and Historical Society. This article originally appeared on the County of Brant wiki at ourbrant.wikia.com. It has been included in this collection for ease of research.
- Paris Boy Scout Troup, 1912-1913: Kings Troup of Canada
This photograph depicts the 1912-1913 troup of the Paris Boy Scouts. They were the winner of that year's Dominion scouting competition, which granted them the title of King's Troup of Canada. The leaders depicted include C.B. Robinson and Alfred Scott (third from left). Brian Stewart submitted the name of the … This photograph depicts the 1912-1913 troup of the Paris Boy Scouts. They were the winner of that year's Dominion scouting competition, which granted them the title of King's Troup of … - Parisians Training for Home Defense, 1915
This 1915 photograph depicts a platoon of Paris men training to defend Paris in the unlikely event of attack. They are holding wooden rifles. The man on the left is John Fisher, then an MP and later a senator. This image was printed on the twenty-eighth page of photographs in … This 1915 photograph depicts a platoon of Paris men training to defend Paris in the unlikely event of attack. They are holding wooden rifles. The man on the left is … - Remembrance Day Ceremony, c. 1935
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 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 … - Welcome Home Party Oct 22. 1945
Collection of four black and white photographs of the Welcome Home Party for returning local war veterans on 22 October 1945. Identified by the architecture, it is believed the event venue was the Sly Apps Arena, as it was the only arena in Paris in 1945. 1999.0304.01: Hanging from the … Collection of four black and white photographs of the Welcome Home Party for returning local war veterans on 22 October 1945. Identified by the architecture, it is believed the event … - V. E. morning in Paris, 1945
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 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 … - James Waldron "Wally" Creeden
Born on 4 February 1922, James “Wally” Waldron was the eldest of three and oldest son of James W. and Elsie E. Creeden on Paris, Ontario. Wally enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force, and became one of the youngest men to earn his pilot wings at the age of … Born on 4 February 1922, James “Wally” Waldron was the eldest of three and oldest son of James W. and Elsie E. Creeden on Paris, Ontario. Wally enlisted in the … - John Richardson
1999.0246.01: Black and white photograph of a group of fifteen Canadian soldiers recovering from wounds at a Canadian Expeditionary Force hospital in England, 1918. All men are in uniform, except the man in a dark jacket standing in the back row far right, with varying ranks. Four men in the … 1999.0246.01: Black and white photograph of a group of fifteen Canadian soldiers recovering from wounds at a Canadian Expeditionary Force hospital in England, 1918. All men are in uniform, except …
