Fairview school photograph, ca. 1940

Fairview School was built in 1919 in Louth Township, Lincoln County, Ont. The school remained in operation until 1979 when it was purchased for a church, the Fairview-Louth Community church, which later became Southridge Community church. Currently, the building is occupied by the Niagara Korean Presbyterian Church.

Proceedings of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Canada at the annual convocation, 1940

Annual Convocation proceedings for the year 1940. The title varies slightly and convocation is held at different cities or towns in Canada. Eighty-second annual convocation.

Diary Entry - 1940

A diary entry from 1940 (May10-13) describing the days events. May 10th starts with "news of germ. invasion of Holland".

Letter - Canadian Broadcasting Corporation to Mrs. E.F. McCordick, 1940

A letter from special events representative, T.O. Wiklund of the CBC. It is a response to a letter sent by Mrs. E.F. McCordick in regards to a hockey game that was not broadcast. The letter details the situation of the CBC and the BBC during the war and the unreliable transmission for special events like the hockey game. The letter is dated February 26, 1940.

Letter - E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon, 11 April 1916

A letter from Eleanore Celeste Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon in the year 1916. She discusses her letter writing, a luncheon at the McCrackens and her work with the Red Cross. It is labelled the 84th letter.

Letter - E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon, 12 June 1916

A brief note to Arthur Schmon that reads: "Monday 10 P.M. My dear Artie, Gladys is out of town, and does not expect to return for a couple of weeks. Sorry. Anything else I can do? In haste, Lessie"

Letter - E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon, 18 & 19 August 1918

Two letters from E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon. The first letter is a poem titled "Mystery", the second recalls happy times together the previous year. She describes boating to Keansburg, dinner at a hotel, meeting family at Grand Central Station etc. It is labelled the 146th letter.

Letter - E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon, 6 January 1918

A letter from E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon discussing her outings and visits with friends and family. The letter is labelled number 39.

Letter - E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon, 1 May 1919

A letter from E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon which discusses her attendance at the Broad Theatre to see the play "Tiger! Tiger!". Mrs. Schmon also discusses an outing with friends. the letter is labelled number 269.

Letter - E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon, 25 & 26 October 1918

This letter discusses a piece of furniture Mrs. Schmon is debating whether to acquire. The letter is labelled number 180.

Letter - E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon, 26 January 1920

The letter mentions an operation for E.C. Schmon's mother. She intends to spend much of her time at the hospital over the course a few days. She discusses the weather, road development, friends and Christmas cards. The letter is labelled number 110.

Letter - E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon, 15 February 1917

A brief note to Arthur Schmon that reads: " February fifteenth. Dear, This is to let you see that I am not neglecting my duties as a member of the "cheer committee". Remember that the only thing that never goes out of style is a smile, so keep on wearing one. Affectionately, Lessie."

Letter - E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon, 15 February 1918

This letter discusses the long wait between correspondence due to the mail delivery. She also discusses the weeks plans. This letter is labelled 57th.

Letter - E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon, 19 & 20 February 1920

In this letter, Eleanore Celeste discusses her love for Arthur Schmon. The letter is labelled number 130.

Letter - E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon, 29 & 30 January 1918

In this letter Eleanore Celeste talks about attending Church, magazines and her interest in education. She states "the more I learn, the thirstier I am for knowledge." The second letter mentions the Philips estate turning into a seniors facility for women after much talk about it possibly turning into a hospital for wounded officers. This letter is labelled number 50.