Annual report of the Fruit Growers' Association of Ontario, 1917

The reports are also published in the Annual report of the Department of Agriculture of the province of Ontario, and in the Sessional papers of the province of Ontario "Printed by order of the Legislative Assembly" [-1923] "Printed by order of ... Minister of Agriculture" [1924-] 25th, 1893- pub. by the Ontario Department of Agriculture, Toronto 1890 -1908 reports are bound with the corresponding annual reports of the Entomological Society of Ontario 1894 -1905 reports are bound with the corresponding annual reports of the Fruit Experiment Stations of Ontario 1906 -1910 reports are bound with the corresponding Report of the Fruit Branch, Dept. of Agriculture, Ontario

Canada Steamship Lines Limited Niagara to the Sea 1917

Sailing schedule and trip guide for Canada Steamship Lines Limited for the year 1917.

William Hamilton Merritt Welland Canal circular, July 12, 1823

William Hamilton Merritt (1793-1862) was a soldier, merchant, and politician who was instrumental in the promotion and development of the Welland Canal. After serving with the Lincoln militia during the War of 1812, Merritt became a merchant in St. Catharines, and purchased some land on Twelve Mile Creek on which he ran a sawmill and constructed a grist mill. He initially envisioned a canal between the Welland River and Twelve Mile Creek, which evolved into a plan to link Lake Ontario and Lake Erie. This would enable goods from western Canada to be conveniently shipped to Montreal and Great Britain through the St. Lawrence, while bypassing the Niagara portage. His plan met with opposition for financial and political reasons, as well as from those along the Niagara portage whose businesses would suffer if the canal were built. Despite this opposition, the Welland Canal Company was chartered by the Upper Canadian assembly in January, 1824. Construction on the canal began later that year, and was completed in 1829.

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, 12 September 1917

The letter begins describes the sadness of Eleanore Celeste after saying goodbye to Arthur. The second part of the letter discusses bank accounts, bills paid, and the budget for the month of December. She also mentions the possibility of a trip to Shelter Bay in the month of December.

Letter - E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon, 17 February 1917

This letter mentions a visit from Arthur in the next couple of days. He will visit Eleanor Celeste for two days and home to see his mother and friends for four days.

Letter - E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon, 22 June 1917

E.C. Reynolds discusses furthering her French lessons with her friend Mrs. MacCracken. She also mentions the upcoming concert for the Presbyterian Church, where she will be playing the ukulele.

Letter - E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon, 25 September 1917

The letter describes a visit to the library where Eleanor Celeste retrieves book about travels in Europe. She mentions she wants to explore the places that Arthur will travel to by reading books about countries in Europe. She also plans to go to the Red Cross to assist with making surgical dressings.

Letter - E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon, 13 July 1917

The letter describes a party with family at the Pell Tree Inn where they had dinner and dancing. She also mentions that Arthur was made an instructor of topography and may soon do his examinations for second lieutenant.

Letter - E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon, 8 January 1917

The letter discusses the latest book of Mark Twain, printed after his death, "The Mysterious Stranger".

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

The letter discusses more studies in French. She is learning grammar from a textbook and reading a book written in French entitled "En France".

Letter - E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon, 4 March 1917

The letter mentions it was recently Eleanor Celeste's birthday and Arthur had sent her a gift, a book, but he had previously given her the same book. She asks if she would be able to exchange it for another one.

Letter - E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon, 6 February 1917

The letter reads:" The sixth of February. Artie dear, I am going to be a real good girl and not make you read a long letter, when your thoughts are so completely occupied with "war". Newark is also greatly excited. All arrangements for the mobilization of the militia forces have been made, and in case of any local uprisings, two hundred policemen are to be added to the force. Of course everyone is thinking the worst at present, but I cannot help but believe that in a few months, people will feel like kicking themselves, for having done an unnecessary amount of worrying. (Let us hope so). If nothing unforeseen occurs, I am going to take the "Congressional limited" to Washington, Wednesday the twenty first. Saw in the paper that the public ceremonies of inauguration are to be eliminated, or I would go down the following week. Don't think to steadily about the war. It's bad for the head. Affectionately, Lessie."

Letter - E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon, 30 September 1917

The letter is written by, presumably, Arthur Schmon's sister. It is signed "Goodnight - Lovingly your sis". In the letter, she describes a sermon E.C. Schmon has just attended. A farewell sermon preached by a doctor who will be going to work for the YMCA.

Letter - E.C. Schmon to Arthur A. Schmon, 20 September 1917

The letter discusses friends and some who have been conscripted. She describes her activities for the day. She mentions she has been reading Ambassador Gerard's "My four Years in Germany". This letter is labelled "4th".