August 6, 1938 The Duke of Sutherland opens the games. She attempts to pay attention, but didn't sleep well last night. She stifles a yawn. In contrast, J. is listening with rapt attention. Which isn't surprising — he is 1/4 Scottish. His maternal grandfather. She hasn't told him the full …
The Cathedral Trees [Seven Sisters]
August 5, 1938 This is one of their favourite spots, even if a little eerie. They do not speak. ================ [Sidenote A: "THERE is a well-known trail in Stanley Park that leads to what I always love to call the "Cathedral Trees"–that group of some half-dozen forest giants that arch …
Pearl White Dead in Paris
August 4, 1938 Aug 4, 1938 - United Press Pearl White, star of the early motion pictures, died today at the American Hospital. The blond beauty who thrilled millions of people by her adventures in such movie serials as "The Perils of Pauline", "The Exploits of Elaine" and "The Mysteries of …
Half-Day Savings
August 3, 1938 Wednesday, Aug. 3rd, 1938 There is a big half-day sale on at the Bay today. She is going to go, but promises herself to only buy if it’s something J. really needs. She has to keep her priorities straight. The camera fund has swelled slightly — her aunt gave her $2 towards the …
A Girl Swims to Bowen
August 2, 1938 She catches up on yesterday's newspaper headlines. Ann Mundigel swam to Bowen Island on Saturday, in 7 hours and 14 minutes! Imagine. "How I Swam to Bowen Island... NO CROONERS WANTED My mother and brother did a lot to cheer me along as I fought to get out of that …