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Diaries shed light on history on two Canadian coasts

Posted on August 3, 2017 by Gail Dever

Two old diaries have appeared in opposite ends of Canada — one from British Columbia on the west coast and the other from Nova Scotia in the east, and both are an important addition to the country’s historical records. In … Continue reading →

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Canadian war bride diary

Posted on February 6, 2015 by Gail Dever

If you have a Canadian war bride in your family as I do, you may want to follow the Canadian War Brides website. Over the next few weeks, Melynda Jarratt will post Kay Ruddick’s diary, one page at a time. … Continue reading →

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1912 Alberta diary now online

Posted on December 4, 2014 by Gail Dever

“A couple of miles of the worst stumps and ruts yet, and then a little improvement. Had to cut trees and move wires from across the road. Probably near the start lost the bag with my two black hats, and … Continue reading →

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