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Claire Drake

Sarnia Observer

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Reflections: 1926 blizzards almost paralyzed Perth County

The newspapers of the day described the early-spring snowstorms as the worst in decades

30.03.2026 10

Sarnia Observer

Claire Drake

Reflections: A 'Banner' idea for a contest

08.01.2026 10

Sarnia Observer

Claire Drake

Reflections: Ample instructions for a 1921 Thanksgiving feast

The Monkton Times featured a number of Thanksgiving-themed articles in its Oct. 27, 1921, edition

22.10.2025 10

Sarnia Observer

Claire Drake

Reflections: Ample instructions for a 1921 Thanksgiving feast

10.10.2025 30

Sarnia Observer

Claire Drake

Reflections: Religious differences fuelled Stratford's 1845 political riot

Tensions between area Protestants and Catholics came to a head in 1845 during the election of district councillors

12.09.2025 20

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Claire Drake

Reflections: The origins of Perth County's Junior Farmers

27.06.2025 10

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Claire Drake

Reflections: 'When things go wrong, just write to Ina St. John'

The advice columnist was popular among the readers of the Stratford Mirror of the early 20th century

26.04.2025 10

Sarnia Observer

Claire Drake