Asked to ‘lend a hand,’ these young women did their part for the war effort
The young women who answered the call to work on market garden farms and orchards in Ontario during World War II have been largely forgotten, but that is about to change.
I decided to write a book about their significant contribution to the war effort after several things fell into place.
I was sorting through old photos after my husband passed away in August 2016. Among them I discovered two small black-and-white photos with the same three girls in each one. On the back was written simply “Farmerettes,” but no individual names. I was sorry I’d never asked my husband about the Farmerettes who worked on his family farm. He was under ten at the time so I imagine he wasn’t particularly interested in what they were doing.
I decided to start researching their story, as I was curious. From the research I wrote an article for The Rural Voice, which is published monthly in Blyth, Ont., and after appearing in June 2018, it garnered a good response from its readership. In the August issue, there was a letter to the editor written by Shirleyan English of London, Ont.
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Day & Night
Clive Branson of Ottawa explains the fascinating psychological effect of seeing the same scene in daylight and then at night
BACK-ROAD ADVENTURES
Capturing the history and beauty of Quebec’s Eastern Townships in winter
A Very Merry Christmas
Waiting for the turkey to roast has never been so much fun!
BEAUTIFUL BERMUDA
This lovely island nation boasts friendly locals and incredible views
Room with a View
This window on the natural world brings a sense of peace and joy
Sled dog Salvation
Tracing the incredible journey of a musher from Edmonton who fled her abusive spouse with her dog team and made it all the way into Ripley’s Believe It or Not
Christmas on Display!
Unpacking and showcasing the family collection of Santas, snowfolk and village scenes is an annual labour of love
SOLITARY PURSUITS
Enjoying brisk winter days in the great outdoors
WILLIAM POPE: An Artist for the Ages
A tribute to Norfolk County’s Naturalist
The Intrepid OJIBWAY
The story of a man, and a community, who fostered a sense of pride and dignity for those to come