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Then and Now shares historical photos and personal stories of past people, places, and events and connects them to their significance today. They are made possible through the continued support of Gilbert MacIntyre & Son Funeral Home as part of our Community Leaders Program.

Party boat 'City of Guelph' once called Puslinch Lake home

Party boat 'City of Guelph' once called Puslinch Lake home

Steamboat used to take people between hotel on the shore and Big Island attractions
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Gang of children behind Guelph's post-Second World War crime spree

Gang of children behind Guelph's post-Second World War crime spree

Within days, 16 businesses broken into; culprits found to be between seven and 14 years old
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Guelph couple fostered 175 children, adopted six

Guelph couple fostered 175 children, adopted six

During 50th wedding anniversary, they were surrounded by more than 40 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren
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Theatrical set design was among Guelph artist Rolph Scarlett's talents

Theatrical set design was among Guelph artist Rolph Scarlett's talents

Works exhibited in galleries throughout Canada and the United States, including Guggenheim Museum
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Global issues influenced past local Christmas celebrations

Global issues influenced past local Christmas celebrations

Great Depression, Second World War evident in GCVI yearbooks of the day
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Guelph was the 'capital of the Kingdom of Scatterland' in 1827

Guelph was the 'capital of the Kingdom of Scatterland' in 1827

'Travelling about twelve miles through a rich and luxuriant country, we entered the forest of Guelph,' recounts friend of city founder in letter
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Guelph artist wanted official status during Second World War

Guelph artist wanted official status during Second World War

Painter was particularly known for portraits of Guelph, including iconic buildings being town down
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Guelph's Graham brothers among those killed in the Second World War

Guelph's Graham brothers among those killed in the Second World War

Cecil and Thomas Graham were killed a few weeks apart in 1944
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That time American currency wasn't accepted in Guelph

That time American currency wasn't accepted in Guelph

Local businesses responded after American president proclaimed 'banking holiday' that impacted trade
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Quiet Guelph was rocked by theft spree back in 1908

Quiet Guelph was rocked by theft spree back in 1908

Items recovered included boots, sacks of barley and 600 pounds of pork
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