Postcard Memories

'Michel Gendron tanned leather, it is reported, but his fame was gained making shoepacks and his process, in the accompanying images of an early catalogue, reveal the method of construction,' author writes

Outdoor rinks were once plentiful in Midland; the writer hopes someone has the vision to install a big outdoor rink at Midland Bay Landing

'Our Fall Fair was part of a long tradition throughout Ontario and Canada that linked Agricultural Societies together such as the C.N.E., P.N.E. and  I.P.E.,' author notes

Dollarton, or Dollartown, persists in the memory of inhabitants and, is a  living reality for residents. It is time our the Town of Midland recognizes  this unique area, author notes

Remember this, they fought for their country at eighteen or twenty, coming home shattered and this is their safe place to hang out., author notes

'Sculptors are a breed on their own, and Frank was no exception,' author notes

Author explores the joys of heading to the backyard to reap nature's rewards

".There still remain within the boundaries of Cognashene places where the presence of man is not immediately discernible," former Premier Bill Davis says

Penetanguishene and Midland once featured many livery stables with some eventually converting to garages

It was a destination for those lovers of Little Lake, Charlie Parker’s Dancehall, Madame Modova’s Tea Readings, and all the little camps and cabins