Someone turns 76 today . . .
Here she is on the beach in San Francisco, taking a picture of some off-shore islands. Paul is in the background taking a picture of her interesting hair!
1940 was quite a year.
Mackenzie King was the Prime Minister
Mitch Hepburn the Premier of Ontario
Canada was at war. In June The Canadian navy stations seven destroyers in the English Channel; these play an important role in evacuating Allied troops from France. Nazi, fascist, and communist groups are declared illegal in Canada and leaders and members are jailed. Canada declares war against Italy. 80 Canadian pilots participate in the Battle of Britain.
Unemployment insurance is introduced.
Québec women win the rights to vote and run for office in provincial elections.
Canadian General Electric's Fred Moffatt invents the electric kettle.
Artist Emily Carr (1871-1945) publishes Klee Wyck which wins the Governor's General Award in literature.
Average Cost of new house: $3,920.00
Average wages per year $1,725.0o
Cost of a gallon of Gas 11 cents
Average Cost for house rent $30.00 per month
Radio $16.95
Average Price for a new car $850.00
Happy Birthday to your mom! I thought about her this morning actually as it is my dad's birthday as well, he would be 83 today, born in 1933. Fun facts you included, I always love a bit of history. Hope she has a wonderful time celebrating with you!
Posted by: Kayte | December 07, 2016 at 03:30 PM