LONDON WELCOME! CENTENNIAL CENTENNIAL VISITORS OFFICIAL PROGRAMME C~« OLD BOYS REUNION. July 31st to August 7th QA 1926

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1 OFFICIAL PROGRAMME LONDON CENTENNIAL OLD BOYS REUNION July 31st to August 7th QA 1926 LONDON, CANADA WELCOME! CENTENNIAL VISITORS The freedom of this store is extended to all Centennial Visitors. Make this your down-town headquarters. REST ROOM CHECK ROOM TELEPHONE, ETC. NEW CAFETERIA The Coolest Place in Town to Eat. Continuous Service from 9.00 to C~«3&ttiott on<' *^^ L^T limitedu

2 DURING CENTENNIAL WEEK DINE AND DANCE to the Latest Music at DANCING EVERY EVENING to 1 a.m. Saturday Nights 10 to 12 Special Dance Orchestra 7B BREAKFAST, 15c and up., 40c and 50c, Supper, 40c, 50c and up H MUSHROOMS AND FROG LEGS SS' Limited UNDAS STREET, LONDON s of Ladies' Fur Garments Dealing from Maker to Wearer, saving all middle :s, Suits, Dresses, Hosiery Gloves a Specialty L THE OLDEST Piano Builder in canada Gerhard Heintzman Cordially invites you while in London to see the Newest Features of the Gerhard Heintzman, Limited, Pianos GERHARD HEINTZMAN, Limited 222 DUNDAS ST., AT CLARENCE ST. "Canada's Highest Grade Piano Moderately Priced."

3 LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME The Largest Seed & Supply House in Canada Catalogues Free on Request. Poultry Supplies Aquaria Supplies Stockmen's Supplies Poultry Exhibition Supplies Bird Supplies and Canaries Insecticides and Spraying Printing and Rubber Stamps Dog and Rabbit Supplies Garden Supplies and Tools Poultry and Stock Electros Bee Supplies Seeds and Fertilizers Books and Colored Plates Dairy Supplies Spring and Fall Bulbs. Nursery Stock MORGANS SUPPLY HOUSE (Dominion Seeds, Limited) Limited 100 DUNDAS ST. LONDON Glad to Meet Visitors Please Drop In. PROGRAMME SATURDAY (July 31st) REGISTRATION DAY (Subject to Alterations) 3 p.m. Baseball, Queen's Park, St. 9 a.m. Reception of Visitors. Thomas vs. City of Lon- 9 a.m. London Veterans' Band at don. Headquarters and meeting % _,- T7.. _,. tra j ns 8 p.m. Band Concert, Victoria Park 2 p.m. London' Veterans' Band at 48th Highlanders Band. Headquarters and meeting M b nn a r t *- c 8.00 p.m. Band Concert at Springtrains. bank Park Wood- 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Carting's Heights, stock Salvation Armv 48th Highlanders Camp. Band. Visitors welcome. 3 p.m. Queen's Park, Hussars Band 10 p.m. Street Carnival Hussars Concert. Band. 3 p.m. Football game, 48th Highlanders vs. City of London, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Hygenic Instiat C.N.R. Athletic Park, tute invite visitors to in- Sackville St. spect their building. WELCOME OLD BOYS We wish to extend a hearty welcome to all Old Boys and Friends back with us for our Centennial Celebrations. During your stay with us we would be pleased to show yoii our range of hand-tailored Suits and Overcoats, made from Imported British Woolens. Also our range of highgrade furnishings. SEMI-READY SHOP DUNDAS ST.

4 Albert LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME SUNDAY (AUGUST 1ST) -GO TO CHURCH DAY 9.00 a.m. Veterans Band at Headquarters a.m. Church Parade, 48th Highlanders, at Carlings Heights. Visitors welcome a.m. Church Parade, First Lincoln Regiment, at Queen's Park. Visitors welcome a.m. Service in all City Churches. (Old Londoners will preach, and old-time choirs sing). Visitors welcome. The following Specials Preachers will preach: Baptist Churches Adelaide St. Special preacher, Rev. Leslie Haverstock, B. A., Guelph, Out. Egerton St. Rev: Tucker. London South Rev. Mitchell. Talbot St. R,. v. Hill Johnson, Detroit, Mich. St p.m.. Rev. Hamilton, Communion. St. Paul's Cathedral- Church of England Christ Church Preacher, Rev. A. C. Cummer, Rector. Cronyn Memorial 1 1 a.m., Rev. R. J. Lee, B.A., Chicago. St. George's Church- Preacher, Rev. G. B. Sage, Rector. Union Churches Robinson Memorial a.m. S. R. McVitty; p.m. E. L. Anderson, B.A. Wellington St Rev. II. A. Graham, B.A., Guelph. Wesley a.m. Rev. W. H. Harvey, B.A., Waterloo, former Pastor. St. Andrew's Preacher, Rev. D. C. MacGregor, Pastor. Knox Union Services with Wesley. Congregational Union Services with Dundas Centre. Presbyterian Churches New St. James Rev. Beverley Ketchen, M.A., B.D., Hamilton, Ont. Chalmers- Rev. Walter Mofl'ait, Fingal. Knollwood Park Services by the Pastor. L

5 ART WILKES Phone 2334 LONDON CE NTH N NI AL I'R( )GRAM M FRENCH'S 354 WELLINGTON ST. TIRES VULCANIZING McCORMICK'S CIGAR STORE 411 RICHMOND ST. McCORMICK'S DANCING STUDIO 241 OXFORD ST. Phone 1774W J. S. HAWKE Starter, Generator Battery and Repairs 381 WELLINGTON ST., LONDON Phone 8500 "For Fine Fruits" 192 DUNDAS STREET DIAMONDS GRUEN WATCHES ELGIN WATCHES JOHNSTON 214 Dundas Street BROS. WELCOME! BICE BROS. 150 CARLING ST. Reliable Battery Service. WILLARD BATTERIES C.E.MARLEY-LIMITED OUTDOOR ADVERTISING ELECTRIC SIGNS STORE FRONT SIGNS 286 YORK STREET, LONDON

6 LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME PROGRAMME (Continued) Roman Catholic Churches St. Peter's Cathedral St. Martin's Rev. Father F. X. Laurendeau, Dean of Ford and Windsor a.m. C. P. R Reception Detroit Old Boys p.m. 48th Highlanders Band goes to Port Stanley p.m. Sunday School Services p.m. 48th Highlanders Band at Port Stanley p.m. The Lincoln Regiment Band will give a Sacred Concert at Victoria Park p.m. The Salvation Army Band will give a Sacred Concert at Queen's Park p.m. The Elks Band, Detroit, gives a Sacred Concert at Springbank p.m. Band Concert at Home for Incurables, Woodstock Salvation Army Band p.m. Services in all Churches p.m. Band Concert in Queen's Park by Cleveland Rotary Club Boys Band p.m. Band Concert, Victoria Park, Hussars Band p.m. Band Concert Springbank Park, Detroit Elks Band p.m. Band Concert, Thames Park, Woodstock Salvation Army Band p.m. The First Church of Christ Scientist at the Patricia Theatre. Lecturer, Paul Stark Sealey, C.S.B., of Portland, Oregon; Member of the Board of Lectureship of the Mother Church, The First Church of Christ Scientist in Boston, Mass. MONDAY (AUGUST 2ND) CIVIC HOLIDAY Mint}- Trophy Tournament, Thistle Club a.m. Registration and visits to friends a.m. Hussars Band at Headquarters a.m. Baseball, Queen's Park, London vs. Preston p.m. Victoria Park, First Battalion Light Horse and 18th Battlaion Reunion. Presentation of Colors to 18th Battalion, by the Daughters of the Empire. 48th Highlanders and Lincoln Regiments in attendance. Service at St. Paul's Cathedral following p.m. Parade. All Bands in the City. Pageants showing London's History, Manufacturers, Society and other floats. Route, Victoria Park District, Queen's Ave., Quebec to Fair Grounds.

7 LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME WE WELCOME YOU! GRAY'S Limited James Gray, President. Importers of Dry Goods, Millinery, and Ladies' Ready-to-Wear Garments 140 Dundas St. Phones ijf S0W Limited Established 1865 *JtBk SILKS, DRESS GOODS CARPETS, FURNITURE CHINA DUNDAS STREET PROGRAMME (Continued) 1.15 p.m. Dinner at Armouries and Reunion for First Battalion Light Horse and 18th Battalion p.m. Boyd Linderman Shows at Queen's Park p.m. 48th Highlanders Troop the Colors p.m. Sports at Queen's Park: 1. Boys' Flat Race (under 10 years),25 yards $0.75 $0.50 $ Girls' Flat Race (under 10 years), 25 yards Boys' Flat Race (under 15 years), 50 yards Girls' Flat Race (under 15 years), 50 yards Chewing Gum Race (Men) Nail Driving Contest (women) Three Prizes. 7. Drinking Contest (Women) Three prizes. 179 Dundas St., London, Ont. JUST PROMISE TO PAY! ^hs^ c/^ ^ BOUGHTON'S Ladies' and Men's Ready-to-Wear The Satisfactory Store Clothing The only store of the kind in the City. LADIES and CHILDREN'S OUTFITTING STORE Our BUDGET BUYING PLAN Simplifies you Clothing Problems. We sell everything Ready to put on, from Hosiery to Dresses and Coats. 415 RICHMOND ST. VISITORS' SPECIAL Ladies Oiled Silk Slickers at $14.50 each Two doors north of Dundas. Phone 5674J

8 LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME PROGRAMME (Continued) 8. Pig Catching Contest Prize, the pig. 9. Old Boys' Novelty Race 25 cigars; 10 cigars. 10. International Tug-of-War Box of cigars p. m. Band Concert before Grand Stand, by Cleveland Rotary C kib Boys Band p.m. Band Concert before Grand Stand, Elks Band of Detroit p.m. First Lincoln Band Concert p.m. Band Concert at Victoria Park Elks Band of Detroit p.m. Street Carnival Hussars Band, Cleveland Rotary Club Boys' Band p.m. Dinner at Tecumseh House. Old Londoners over 65 years of age 8.00p.m. Military Tattoo at Queen's Park. 48th Highlanders, First Lincoln Regiment, Royal Canadian Regiment and City District Militia. Exhibition of small oil paintings chiefly scenes around London by Dorothy Seeley-Smith, at Public Library. Grand Stand admission Monday afternoon, 25c; Children, 15c. Membership tickets accepted. Grand Stand, Monday evening Admission 25c; Children 15c. Membership tickets not accepted. Visitors are invited to inspect the Hygienic Institute from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Merwin Heights Jack V. Elliott Aeroplane ascension daily. THE MILITARY TATTOO MONDAY EVENING AUGUST 2nd, 8 p.m. THE R. C. R., LINCOLN REGT. 48TH HIGHLANDERS, 1ST HUSSARS. Features: 1. Overture, massed bands under Bandmaster Slatter, 48th Highlanders. 2. Battalion Parade, 48th Highlanders under searchlights Band selection 3. Guard Mounting Competition. Musical accompaniment. 4. Display of Physical Drill or Rifle Exercises by the R. C. R. to musical accompaniment. 5. Salute by 18-pdr. guns, manned by C. E. F. Officers, N.C.O.'s and men. 6. Band selection. 7 Manoeuvre by London Regiment on baseball field. 8. March Past Grand Stand, all troops 9. O, Canada. 10. God Save the King. Bands:

9 LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME WATCH THE DAILY NEWSPAPERS For Special Announcements oi CONEY ISLAND ATTRACTIONS PORT STANLEY CENTENNIAL WEEK Sunday, Aug. 1 Band Concerts 48th Highlanders, Toronto Vincent Lopez Orchestra, New York City and other features. Monday, Aug. 2 Civic Holiday Program Extraordinary Details in Daily Papers. Special Attractions Wednesday. Thursday (Irish Picnic) and Saturday (Travellers' Picnic). VINCENT ORCHESTRA LOPEZ Direct from the Ritz Carlton Hotel, New York City. Every Evening, 8.30 till Midnight, with Afternoon Dancing Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, Centennial Week NEW L. & P. S. PAVILION

10 LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME CHAS. T. & S. FRANK GLASS INSURANCE BROKERS. FIRE, ACCIDENT, AUTOMOBILE, BURGLARY, GUARANTEE BONDS, PLATE GLASS AND MISCELLANEOUS LINES OF INSURANCE OFFICE 206 DOMINION SAVINGS BUILDING Dickson F. Glass. WELCOME OLD BOYS While in London we invite you to visit our store and see all the newest in Travelling Goods. We are manufacturers and make a great many of the lines we show. A few of our lines are listed here. Club Bags Boston Bags Military Brushes Hat Cases Music Cases Writing Folios Suit Cases Ladies' Hand Bags Motor Rugs Trunks Bill Folds Golf Clubs and Bags Kit Bags Fitted Travelling Cases Hartmann Wardrobe QUAtfTY mm London's Leading Leather Goods Store JAMES McCORMICK 395 TALBOT STREET We Bid You Welcome Home "Old Boys!" EMPIRE BRASS MFG. CO. Ltd. Trunks quauty fmcb Manufacturers of Plumbers, Steamfitters' and Corporation Brass Goods. Head Office Factory, London, Ont. and Branches: Toronto, Ont. and Vancouver, B. C. An Emco Shower will keep you cool and fit during the hot summer months. QUAMTY emco BRasi gooos

11 WELCOME HOME OLD BOYS & GIRLS Make us your headquarters for Smoking Supplies, Confections, Souvenirs and Newspapers. THE DUNDAS BUILDING NEWS STAND Wilf. Smith, 195 Dundas St. "The Old Advertiser Building" IOXD0N CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME LOOK FOR THE CARNIVAL STORE Exceptional Values in all Lines of Men's Wear During Old Boys Week. PATTERSON &> STEWART Opposite Loews Theatre. PROGRAMME (Continued) TUESDAY (AUGUST 3RD) MIDDLESEX DAY AND DETROIT DAY All Bowlmg Greens will be open and arrangements made for tournaments. Exhibition of small oil paintings chiefly scenes around London by Dorothy Seely-Smith, at Public Library. Golf at Highland Park, Civic Links and London Club. Visit friends and factories a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Visitors invited to inspect Institute of Public Health to a.m. Middlesex Market at Covent Gardens. OLD Call BOYS! at JOHN GRAHAM & CO. For your New Shirts, Neckwear Collars, Socks, Underwear and Hats, when in London. Same Old Store you Traded in when Living Here. Same Store Same Old Stand JOHN GRAHAM & CO. WELCOME BACK- LONDON OLD BOYS Make our Shop your Down-Town Headquarters while in the C lty. WENDELL HOLMES Bookshop 190 DUNDAS ST., LONDON

12 r 10 LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME SOLVAY COKE POCAHONTAS HIGHEST GRADE ANTHRACITE If you have not had Coal Satisfaction, Try Us. Highland Coal is fast becoming known as "The Coal of Satisfaction." R. J. WINN FUEL CO. Ltd. R. J. Winn, T. Clift, J. E. Lee 711 YORK STREET PHONE 1315 "LONDON HAS GROWN >> You hear it on every side. The Western Fair has also grown. In its 59 years of history, it has played an important part in the growth and development of London and Western Ontario. Old Boys and Girls are welcome at WESTERN SEPT. 11TH TO 18TH, ' PAIR ' Canada's Second Largest Exhibition MIDDLESEX RADIO SUPPLY CO. JOBBERS AND DISTRIBUTORS Laboratory Approved and Tested Products Attractive Dealer Franchises Open Write for Catalog 629 DUNDAS STREET - LONDON, ONT. PHONE 995

13 LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME 11 THE HOME OF CANADA'S SUPREME CLOTHING VALUES We extend a cordial welcome to all Old Friends and New. FASHION CRAFT SUITS- FASHION CRAFT OVERCOATS EXCLUSIVE HABERDASHERY pfihk)n-<?raft Clothes Shop C. W. P. CURZON, Manager. 150 DUNDAS ST. PROGRAMME (Continued) AGRICULTURAL SECTION The following classes have been provided for Agricultural Products grown in Ontario and exhibited by the producers: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Sec. 1 General Display of Farm Products.$20,$15 $10 $5 Sec. 2 General Display of Fruit Sec. 3 General Display of Vegetables Sec. 4 General Display of Flowers Conditions Ontario Grown products only to be exhibited. Exhibitor must have grdwn all products exhibited. Awards to be made on the basis of 75% for quality and variety, and 25% for display and decoration. Judging will commence Tuesday, August 3rd at 8.30 a.m. Entries should be made in advance to Mr. S. Baker, Secretary, City Hall, London. Old Boys and Visitors, Make \Y/^ \Y/,J^~~^ V~n I This Your Headquarters. W e W elcoitie I OU! FULL COURSE DINNERS. FRENCH PASTRIES LIGHT LUNCHES ICE CREAM Wholesome Lunches to a Full Course Dinner is served here, and my French Pastries are unexcelled. The same delicious Ice Creams are still being served as in days of yore. OPEN DAY AND NIGHT OLYMPIA CANDY WORKS 186 DUNDAS STREET Peter P. Mandas. Gus. P. Mandas

14 12 LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME Jkulux MxxAd CANDIES Delicious Wholesome Satisfying SONS OF ENGLAND LODGE CHELSEA No. 37 ENGLISHMEN WELCOME Every Englishman should be a member of this Society. Lodge Meets First Thursday in Month, over 118 Dundas Street. CAR TROUBLE > PHONE 534 OR TAKE IT TO TERRY'S GARAGE FULLARTON STREET Service all the time every day and night in the year. No agency all cars look alike Experts for any make of car or truck. Have your brakes examined by "Raybestos" Experts. Have your carburetor examined by carburetor experts, also your electrical equipment. Satisfaction guaranteed. Official Motor Club Service and London Motor Club Service. Storage, Repairs, Accessories, Washing and Polishing. Tire Repairs and Everything for the Car. TOM TERRY PHONE 534

15 H. J. JONES - SONS Limited LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME New Lower Prices SHOES RELIABLE 1.'5 PRINTING, LITHOGRAPHING AND BOX MAKERS Lloyd T. Hockin, City Representative JOHNSTON'S, LONDON, ONT. Owning and Operating JOHNSTON SHOE CO., 206 Dundas St., Near Capitol Theatre Quarter Century Experience PROGRAMME (Continued) Fruit growers, vegetable growers, florists and general farmers are requested to exhibit and assist in making the Agricultural Section of the Centennial Celebration one of the outstanding features. A large display of high quality farm produce will give valuable publicity to the producer, demonstrate to the consuming public of London that best of food stuffs may be obtained fresh and direct from the growers and emphasize to the thousands of visitors that London is truly the centre' of Ontario's greatest industry a.m. Convention of U. C. M. at Masonic Temple to a.m. to 2.00 to 5.00 p.m. Baptism Exhibition "with the Holy Ghost in a bodily shape like a dove and with Fire," at Lewis' Mission, cor Maitland and Hill Sts p.m. Convention of U. C. M. at Masonic Temple p.m. Queen's Park, International Girls' Track Meet. Grand stand admission: Children 15c; Adults, 50c. Events Parade 100 yards Girls, 16 and under, Playgrounds event 100 yards Open 220 yards Open 120 Low Hurdles Shot Put Open Throwing the Javelin Open (one hand) Running High Jump Running Broad Jump International Relay, 440 yards, 4 to team, each girl running 110 yards Playgrounds Relay Race, open to London Playgrounds only, 16 years or under, 300 yards Following Regulations to be observed: Place X opposite events you wish to enter. Entry fee of 25c will be charged for each individual event. $1.00 for each Senior Club Relay Race Team, and 25c for each Playground Relay Team. Games start at 2.15 p.m. The Committee reserve the right to reject any individual or team entry. Entries close Friday, July 30th at 8.00 p.m. All members of Relay Teams must sign entry form, giving names and addresses. All Canadian contestants must hold W.A.A.F. cards.

16 14 LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME THE CANADIAN WOODMEN OF THE WORLD Extends a Most Hearty Welcome To All Returning to this Fair City to celebrate the London Centennial Our Offices located at 476 Richmond Street are at your Disposal. PROGRAMME (Continued) 2.30 p.m. London Veterans Band at Queen's Park p.m. Sports at Springbank Park p.m. (1) International Relay Race Prize, 4 boxes of 25 cigars. Musical Plate Race (Ladies) Two prizes. (3) Boxing in Barrels (Men) Two prizes, $2.00; $1.00. (4) International 100 yards Dash Two prizes, $2.00; $1.00. (5) Watermelon Race $1.00; 75c, and 50c. (0) Balloon Race (Women) Two prizes. (7) Baseball, Tecumsehs vs Old Londoners. Capt. J. S. Bell and A. E. Annett. Prize Box 50 cigars. Cricket Match p.m. Hussars Band will give a Concert at Springbank p.m. Victoria Hospital Nurses' Home. Laying corner-stone. R.C.R. Band in attendance p.m. Reception at Byron Sanatorium and inspection of buildings p.m. Shows at Queen's Park p.m. Band Concert, Cleveland Rotary Club Boys' Band at Springbank Park p.m. The Armouries, Reunion of Veterans of Forty-five p.m. Band Concert at Victoria Park, R. C. R. Band p.m. BandConcert at Queen's Park by Hussars Band.

17 .ONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME YEARS on DUNDAS STREET Hubert Ashplant and Sons SHOE MERCHANTS PROGRAMME (Continued) 8.00 p. m. Oddfellows' Reception p.m. Street Carnival, London Veterans' Band to p.m. Street Dances: Hamilton Road and Egerton, Forest City Flute Band. William and Dufferin Ave., Tibbs Orchestra. Wellington St. V., Cleveland Rotary Club Boys Band. Merwin Heights Jack V. Elliott, Aeroplane Ascension, daily. WEDNESDAY (AUGUST 4TH) CIVIC RECEPTION Visit Institute of Public Health, 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Visiting factories and University. Golf at Highland, Civic Links and London Club. All Bowling Greens will be open and arrangements made for tournaments. Exhibition of small oil paintings chiefly scenes around London by Dorothy Seely-Smith, at Public Library. WELCOME OLD BOYS "The NATIONAL" 30 Tables Opposite Loews Theatre 20 Alleys BILLIARDS and BOWLING Make this Home of Good, Clean, Amusement your Headquarters while renewing old acquaintances in the Old Home Town. National Billiard and Bowling Ltd DUNDAS STREET Entrance Through New Dundas Building

18 16 LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME PROGRAMME (Continued) a.m. Formal opening of Canadian Club Columns, on Richmond St., by Hon. Chas. McCrea a.m. U. C. M. Convention at Masonic Temple to 12 a.m., 2.00 to 5.00 p.m. Baptism Exhibition "with the Holy Ghost in a bodily shape like a dove and with Fire," at Lewis' Mission, Cor. Maitland and Hill St. 12 noon Train for Port Stanley p.m. Luncheon, U. C. M., and Mayors of Cities and Towns, Orpheus Orchestra p.m. Boyd Linderman Shows at Queen's Park. Band Concert at Queen's Park, London Veterans Band p.m. Sports at Queen's Park. Auto and Horse Races 5-mile Race for Fords only 1st prize, $75; 2nd prize, $50; 3rd prize, $25. 5-mile Race for Chevrolets and Stars 1st prize, $75; 2nd prize, $50; 3rd prize, $25. Special Race to be announced in front of the Grand Stand, 3.00 p.m., August 4th. Farmers' Half-mile Running Horse Race, under Saddle Horses to be owned and ridden by farmers, or farmers' sons, from the Counties of Middlesex, Oxford, Elgin and Huron. Best two in three heats Purse $150; 1st prize, $75; 2nd prize, $50; 3rd prize, $25. Milk Wagon Drivers' Quick Delivery Race 1st prize, $75; 2nd prize, $50; 3rd prize, $25. Entrance Fees To Auto and Farmers' Horse Race, $3.00. To Milk Wagon Drivers' Race, $2.00. The Committee reserves the right to alter conditions of any or all races. Entries to be in the hands of the City Clerk on or before August 2nd, and can be secured from City Clerk Baker or Terry V Garage, Fullarton St. Admission Open Stand, 25c; Covered Stand, 50c. Membership tickets accepted as 25c.

19 LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME 17 McCORMICK'S BISCUITS and CANDY Catering to the wants of the public for over 65 years has taught us how to make Biscuits and Candy that please. When in London, Visit Our Snow- White Sunshine Factory Balmy Summer Warmth Throughout The Winter You realize how the weather affects your comfort in Summer some days, too hot, other days too cold, chilly and damp. Just imagine a home where you have an atmosphere that is just at the correct temperature to keep you comfortable all winter. A home where humidified warm heat keeps you healthy all with a fuel bill that is reasonable and the minimum amount of work in looking after vour Sunshine Warm Air Furnace The heating system that will give you balmy summer warmth throughout the winter. It will certainly pay you in comfort and health to investigate now. Enquire from our Agent or write for booklet "Winter Comfort in Canadian Homes," direct to hfciarys London Toronto Montreal Winnipeg Vancouver Saint John Hamilton Calf ry Saskatoon Edmonton Liverpool, England

20 IS LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME SILVERWOOD'S DAIRY PRODUCTS Manufacturers of "Smoother ThanT Velvet" ICE CREAM and Finest Creamery Butter ALSO Retail Distributors of SAFE MILK, JERSEY MILK, CREAM AND BUTTERMILK Before-Breakfasl Delivery on every Street of the City Unexcelled Quality Courteous Service Plants at London, Chatham, Windsor, St. Catharines, Lucknow and Sarnia PROGRAMME (Continued) 3.00 Springbank Park, Hussars Band Concert p.m. Canadian Club Punch at Tecumseh House. Speaker, Hon. Sam. J. Latta, Minister of Education, Saskatchewan p.m. Blue Lodges Masonic Temple. The Loyal Orange Order of London will hold a Band Parade and a Fireworks Display and Masquerade at Thames Park, on Wednesday evening, August 4th The following prizes will be offered: 1st prize Best Gentleman's costume. 1st prize- Besl Lady's costume. Is! prize Best costume of Boy tinder 16 years. 1st prize 'Besl costume of Girl under 16 years. London Old Boys' Centennial Tournament at London Bowling and Rowing Club 8.00 p.m. Band Concerts at Queen's Park, by R. C. R. Regiment p.m. Band Concerts at Victoria Park, by Hussars Band. S.00 p.m. XV. O. W. Meeting at I. O. F. Hall, King and Richmond Sts p.m. Street Carnival London Veterans Band. Merwin Heights Jack V, Elliott, Aeroplane ascension, daily to p.m. Street Dances: Quebec and Dundas Sts., 7th Regiment Pipe Band. Dundas and City Hall. Tibbs' Orchestra. Oxford and Wharncliffe Rd., Orpheus Orchestra. Medical Day The Alumni Association of University of Western Ontario Medical School: a.m. Clinic at Victoria Hospital, Luncheon at Victoria Hospital Nurses' Home p.m. Clinics at Queen Alexandra Sanatorium.

21 LONDON CENTENNIAI PROGRAMME 19 THE HIGHEST BID A WEEK OF HAPPINESS IN THE OLD HOME TOWN The Wishes of Geo. R. Gardner LONDON'S LEADING AUCTIONEER 389 Clarence Street. Phone PROGRAMME (Continued) Inspection Golf at THURSDAY (AUGUST 5TH) I. B. S. DAY Hygienic Institute frotn 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Highland, Civic Links and London Club. All Bowling Greens will be open and arrangements made for tournaments. Exhibition small oil paintings chiefly scenes around London by Dorothy Seely-Smith, at Public Library a.m. U. C. M. at Masonic Temple a.m. Sports at Port Stanley. NEVER GROW OLD KEEP YOUNG WITH THE IRISH AND KISS THE BLARNEY STONE IRISH At The 50th PICNIC Of The BENEVOLENT SOCIETY Thursday, August 5 th, 1926 Were you there in 1876? Yon would never know the old place now Lake Erie is still wet and the Irish still full of pep. Come and enjoy yourself H. J. Bennett, President. Fergus Murphy, Secretary

22 20 LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME PROGRAMME (Continued) to a.m. and 2.00 to 5.00 p.m. Baptism Exhibition "with the Holy Ghost in a bodily shape like a dove and with Fire," at Lewis' Mission, Cor. Maitland and Hill Sts p.m. Boyd Linderman Shows at Queen's Park p.m. Girls' Soft Ball Contest, at Queen's Park p.m. Hussars Band, at Queen's Park p.m. Baseball Game at Queen's Park, Gait vs. London. Hard and Soft Ball Tournaments p.m. Motor Cycle Races p.m. Public Reception and Inspection of Ontario Hospital p.m. Forest City Flute Band at Queen's Park p.m. Lions Club Dinner, Tecumseh House p.m. Forest City Flute Band at Queen's Park p.m. Boyd Linderman Shows at Queen's Park p.m. Lodge Chelsea, No. 37, S. O. E., meets over 118 Dundas St p.m. R. C. R. Band at Victoria Park for street dance on Wellington Street p.m. Street Carnival, London Veterans Band to p.m. Street Dance, corner Hamilton Rd. and Egerton St. Tibbs' Orchestra to p.m. Street dance, Wellington St. S V. Forest City Flute Band. Merwin Heights Jack V. Elliott, Aeroplane ascension, daily.

23 LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME 21 EDWIN SMITH GENERAL INSURANCE BROKER Office: Tourist Supplies to be Found in a Drug Store 77p Here! Room 215 Dominion Savings Bldg. Phone 90 Established 1874 Over SO Years Service Residence Phone 3692 All Classes of Insurance: Fire, cident, Automobile Bonds Ac- W. T. Strong's Drug Store Limited 184 Dundas Street PROGRAMME (Continued) FRIDAY (AUGUST 6TH) MANUFACTURERS' DAY Inspection of factories. Golf at Highland, Civic Links and London Club. All Bowling Greens will be open and arrangements made for tournaments. Exhibition of small oil paintings chiefly scenes around London by Dorothy Seeley-Smith, at Public Library. Inspection Institute of Public Health a.m. Children's Races and Events, Queen's Park. Hussars Band. MOTOR COACHES, SPEED TRUCKS, HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER CO. of CAN. Ltd. 217 YORK STREET LONDON

24 LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME PROGRAMME (Continued) Post Entries only, and any child who is in London on the day of the Meet is eligible. 1. Boys, under yards. 2. Girls, under yards. 3. Boys, under 14, 75 yards. 4. Girls, under yards. 5. Boys, under yards. 6. Girls, under yards. 7. Boys, Glass of Water Race 50 yards. 8. Girls, Skipping Race 75 yards. 9. Boys or Girls, Sack Race. 10. Boys, Greasy Pole-Climbing Contest Boys, Three-legged Race. 12. Girls, Three-legged Race. 13. Boys and Curls, Wheelbarrow Race. 14. Boys, Obstacle Race, 15. Girls, under 10, Ball-throwing Contest. 10. Girls, under 14, Ball-throwing Contest. 17. Catch the Creasy Pig. IS. Girls, Hoop Race. 19. Mystery Race. Officials G. Goodman, G. Marr, J. D. Isaacs, Ken. Lindsay, K. McFarlane, J. Greer, J. Stirrett, A. Harrison, Doc. Ruse p.m. Kiwanis Club Lunch, Tecumseh House p.m. -Parade Floats, Manufacturers' Exhibits. Queen's Ave. to Queen's Park. Hussars Band, London Veterans Band and 7th Regt. Pipe Band p.m. Western Ontario Swimming Championships, Thames Park Pool. (Sanctioned by Can. Amateur Swimming Association.) Featuring Walter Laufer, holder of several World Records, and his Relay Team, present holder of World's Record.

25 LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME 2:5 WELCOME TO LONDON The LONDON CROCKERY CO. China, Porcelain Novelties BRITISH EUROPEAN ORIENTAL Wedgwood, Coalport, Doulton, Aynsley, Moorcroft, Bretby and many others ENGLISH STAINLESS CUTLERY We import direct and sell Retail at Wholesale Prices T. A. LOVELESS 126 DUNDAS ST. G. LOVELESS PROGRAMME (Continued) Event No yard, free style Girls, Jr., Playgrounds. Event No yard, free style Relay, Men (Open). Four men on each team. Event No. 3 Diving Women (Open). Event No yards, free style, Boys, Sr., Playgrounds. Event No yards, free style, Boys, Jr., Playgrounds. Event No. 6 Exhibition by Three Members of World's Champion Relay Team. Event No. 7 -Diving Men, (Open). Event No yards, free style, Girls, Sr., Playgrounds. Two "RELIABLE FOOTWEAR" Stores Welcome You 26 YEARS AGO "Reliable Foot- ment, comprising three specialized wear" had its beginning in a store departments (Men's, Women's and but 16 feet square. Children's) and an East End Store are a tribute to the appreciation of TODAY a palatial shoe establish- such merchandise. ROWLAND HILL Main Store 189 Dundas St. Better Shoes Better Service Better Satisfaction Branch Store 429 Hamilton Road

26 2f LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME PROGRAMME (Continued) Event No yards, free style. Mr. Laufer will swim an Exhibition Race against time. His present World s Record is 52 seconds, a record set Johnny byy Weismullen. Event No. 10 Diving Exhibition. Event No yards, free style Women. Event No yards, free style Men (Open). Event No yards, Back Stroke. Mr. Laufer held World's Record for 100 yards Back Stroke ior some time, his time being Mr. Laufer will not swim against time. Event No. 14 Diving, Boys, Sr., Playgrounds. Event No. 15 Relay, free style Mr. Laufer and his team. Officials Referee J. D. Isaacs; Timers Geo Moslcy, Bradford, Out.; Ken McFarlane, London, Ont.; G. Eric Reid, London, Ont. Starter A. T. Taylor, Londno, Ont. Announcer Grant Stirrett, London, Ont. Clerk of the Meet J. Pollock, London, Ont. Diving Judges -Geo. Mosley, Brantford, Ont.; Walter Laufer. Scorer R, Ferguson. Judges E. V. Buchanan, J. C. Doidge, J. J. McHale.

27 LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME Kelvinator The Oldest Domestic Electric Refrigeration LONDON, Ma mi lac lured in CANADA KELVINATOR is True Refrigeration. The good things you keep in your refrigerator are better than ever, when you take them out. KELVINATOR can be installed in your present refrigerator. KELVINATOR OF CANADA LTD. LONDON - ONTARIO PROGRAMME (Continued) 3.00 p.m. Labatt's Clown Syncopators Half hour of amusement at Thames Park p.m. Sports, Queen's Park p.m. Boyd Linderman Shows at Queen's Park p.m. Westminster Hospital Reception. Visitors invited to inspect p.m. London Veterans Band at Thames Park p.m. Knights of Columbus Reception. Open meeting p.m. Boyd Linderman Shows at Queer's Park p.m. Hussars Band at Queen's Park p.m. Salvation Army Band Concert at Victoria Park p.m. Forest City Flute Band at Queen's Park p.m. Annual Playground Lantern Parade and Festival, Queen's Park. Parade will form up and leave Federal Square at 7.30 p.m., and march to Queen's Park. 1. Parade of all Playgrounds in front of the grand stand. 2. Chorus "O Canada" all Playgrounds. 3. "Welcome Home" all Playgrounds. 4. Folk Dancing McMahen, Queen's and Lome Ave. Playgrounds. 5. Folk Dancing Tecumseh, Lord Roberts and Aberdeen Playgrounds. 6. Tumbling Simcoe Playgrounds. 7. Field Hockey Girls.

28 26 LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME WHAT NEXT? WHY LABOUR YOUR DAY DAY Queens Park, Sept. 6th, 1926 PROGRAMME a.m. Ladies' Soft Ball Game, Queen's Park. Teams: McCormicks Brownies, Rideau Hall and Smallman & Ingrams p.m. Parade leaves Market p.m. Queen's Park. Final Ladies' Soft Ball Game. Final Mens' Soft Ball Game. Motor Cycle, Horse, Cycle and Running R, Baby Show 12 handsome prizes. Scotch and Irish Dancing. Admission 25c; Children, 10c. J. F. Thomson, Secretary, Phone 6823W PROGRAMME (Continued) 8. "Sweet Kate" Simcoe, Wortley and Trafalgar Playgrounds. 0. "If all tin- World were Paper" Thames -and Hot l rill's Playgrounds. 10. "The Hatter" Riverview Playgrounds. 11. "Doll Days" Tiny Tots all Playgrounds. 12. Bicycle Polo Boys. 13. Folk Dancing Pottersburg Playgrounds. 14. Flag Drill- all Playgrounds. 15. The Circle all Playgrounds. "( rod Save the King." 9.30 p.m. Street Carnival, London Veterans Band to p.m. The Armouries, Informal Municipal Ball, R. C. R. Band in attendance. Mervvin Heights, Jack V. Elliott, Aeroplane ascensions daily. SATURDAY (AUGUST 7TH) TRAVELLERS' PICNIC Golf at Highland, Civic Links, and London Club. All Bowling Greens will be open and arrangements made for tournaments. Exhibition of small oil paintings chiefly scenes around London by Dorothy Seely-Smith, at Public Library. Inspection Institute of Public Health. Merwin Heights, Jack V. Elliott, Aeroplane ascension.

29 LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME 27 For Finest Duplicating Work, Use Only The VELLAM-DRY-STENCIL (Free from Oil) Totally Dry. Made by the Oldest Manufacturers of Stencil in the World, sec MURDOCK STATIONERY i 9 WELLINGTON STREET EAST. TORONTO (2) Service on Your Duplicator Guaranteed PROGRAMME (Continued) 9.00 a.m. A day's fun at Port Stanley p.m. Baseball, Queen's Park p.m. London Veterans Band at Queen's Park p.m. Girls' Soft Ball at Port Stanley, Hudson Motor Car Co. vs. London Thistles p.m. Boyd Linderman Shows at Queen's Park p.m. London Veterans Band at Queen's Park p.m. Street Carnival, Hussars Band. A LONDON CENTENNIAL NOTICE Admission to Park all week free excepting for automobiles. No Parking will be permitted in Queen's Park during Centennial week, excepting at parking area at the northeast and the southwest. Admission fee for automobiles, including parking privilege, is 25c per day, which must be paid at the gate. The parking of cars will be at owners' risk; the city assumes no liability. GRAND STAND ADMISSION General grandstand admission fee will be adults 25c, and children 15c, excepting (a) On Monday evening, when the reserved seats will be: Adults 50c, and open stands 25c; children 15c. (b) On Tuesday afternoon the admission fee will be 50c for adults and 15c for children. On Friday evening the admission fee will be: Adults 25c and 15c for children. Membership tickets will be accepted for 25c, and at either morning or afternoon performances on Friday. The City will pay Amusement Tax.

30 28 LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME WELCOME BACK TO LONDON "OLD BOYS AND GIRLS" WM. C. C. GARLICK PAINTER & PAPERHANGER Estimates Furnished 587 ELIZABETH STREET. LONDON BUY YOUR MEMBERSHIP TICKETS NOW. Sales will positively close on July 31st. Tickets bought now will participate in the draw July 28th and Aug. 2. Only coupons exchanged in the City Clerk's office will participate in draw. PARADE, MONDAY, AUG. 2 REGULATIONS 1. No Parking will be permitted on Dundas St. between Waterloo St. and Talbot St., and on Richmond St. between York St. and Fullarton St., during Old Boys' Week. 2. a.'! vehicular traffic will be prohibited on Monday, Aug. 2, 1926, bet.veen p.m. and 3.30 p.m., (a) Victoria Park, Clarence St., Victoria Park to Queen's Ave., Wellington St. Central Ave. to Queen's Ave., Dufferin Ave. Clarence St. to Wellington St., Queen's Ave. Wellington St. to Quebec St. (b) on Quebec St., Queen's Ave. to Dundas St. and on Dundas St. while parade is passing. Street car traffic will be stopped on Adelaide St. from to 3.30 p.m. 3. Persons wishing to see the parade are advised to assemble along Queen's Ave., east of Wellington St. The best place will be on Queen's Ave., east of Waterloo St. to Quebec St. 4. The parade will start from Victoria Park along Wellington St. to Queen's Ave. and Queen's Ave. east. THE USE OF ANYTHING BUT CONFETTI on any of the streets during street carnival for amusement or other like purpose IS STRICTLY FORBIDDEN, and the police are instructed to enforce this order. VISITORS AND CITIZENS are asked to co-operate by conducting all activities with reasonable good feelings and decorum. All members of the Association are asked to wear their badges, commencing Week of July 20. This will help arouse interest in the Centennial. J. M. MOORE, S. BAKER, Mayor. Secretary.

31 LONDON" CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME 20 LONDON It's a Great Place to Live! The London Street Railway Company and its Employees welcome you home for the Centennial. * We would suggest packing a lunch basket and having a real old-fashioned picnic with your friends at Springbank Park, London's most beautiful Picnic Grounds, situated on the banks of the Thames River five miles from the City. Our cars give a frequent service from the main corner of the City direct to the Park. We are here to serve you and trust you will enjoy your visit to your old home town. Come often!

32 and 30 LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME WELCOME CENTENNIAL OLD BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME Whatever else you do, don't miss the three points of interest that have made London FAMOUS since you were last here. Make it a point to visit the MUNICIPAL TOURIST CAMP (Springbank Drive Wonderland) One of the most up-to-date and completely equipped Travellers' Rests in America. Electric Light, Electric Stoves, Hot and Cold Showers, etc. Play a Game on the THAMES VALLEY MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE The finest Public Course in the Country. 18 Holes. Situated amid beautiful surroundings. Close to the Tourist Camp. See the WELCOME Famous CITY OF LONDON PLAYGROUNDS and take a clip in our Wonderful In Operation. SWIMMING POOLS The Public Utiltities Commission Bids You Welcome! WELCOME Established 1875 WHOLESALE DRY GOODS For Every want in Dry Goods. Dependable Merchandise. Prompt Shipment. Courteous and Efficient Service. Satisfaction. BUYING HERE SAVES TIME AND MONEY Robinson, Little & Co, Ltd., London, Ontario, - W.nnipeg, Manitoba The location of our Warehouse, right in the heart of Western Ontario, enables us to render more expeditious service, at less cost, to the Merchants of this Territory than is possible by Houses situated at more distant points. We save TIM E in transit, MON I. Y on transport. And our stock is well assorted. ROBINSON, LITTLE & CO. Limited

33 I. to LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME.'51 TYPICAL YELLOW CAB RATES from KING and RICHMOND STS. B3S3CIA HALL i.30». PL2A3Atfi C2KST3RY 70* HUIiT MT. ST CLUB JOSEPH $1.00 $1.00 3T. PETER'S SEMINARY $1.00 ST. PETER'S CSKST3HY $1.30* BYHCB SANATORIUM.00 WOQDLAfiD,1.00 3PRING3AUK HOUSE $1.50 AJIUSEMSi'T PARK $1.76. HI0H1AH3 GOL? CLUB $1.00 ARZFA /40f 'KORUAL SCHOOL 60? YELLO'.V CAB OyyiCS AHD BUS CSPOT* 172 KIKG ST. WK3TMIHI3T2R HOSPITAL K2LVIHAT0R 80 jt Mc CLARY' 3, FOUNDRY 70* CEEL33A GR5BB #1.00 SUEBEC ST 4 C.P.R., $1.00 OUTAS 10 HOSPITAL 1.20 SALIUG SCHOOL Jl.20 TRAFALGAR SCHOOL 90* In above chart, rates less than 50c are for one person; 50c or over for one or two persons. Extra passengers 20c each. Steamer Trunks 20c. Hand Baggage free. The same low rates runs of similar distance anywhere in the city, any hour of the day or night. We make no extra charge after midnight. Parcels or baggage may be checked at our office and called any time, day or night. yellow Cab Co. phone 9800 WELCOME HOME- OLD BOYS AND GIRLS Visit Our Daylight Printing Plant When Here THE DAYLIGHT PRINT SHOP" THE HAYDEN PRESS, Limited.

34 32 LONDON CENTENNIAL PROGRAMME (7%HE City of London extends a hearty welcome to all visiting* Old Boys and Girls. Our hearts and homes are open, and we will do all we can to make you enjoy your visit. John M. Moore, S. Baker, Mayor Clerk. The Centennial Committee desires to express its appreciation and thanks to the Advertisers in this programme. They have sold Membership Tickets, and are the only firms who have helped in this way. There are many citizens who have also given splendid service and the Committee takes this opportunity of publicly thanking them. S. BAKER, Secretary.

35 We extend GREETINGS to all Old Boys, Old Girls and Friends. May your visit be a pleasant one. D. S. PERRIN & CO., Limited /PcRlllNS BISCUITS EVERY TIME YOU BUY PERRIN'S YOU GET A GUARANTEE OF SATISFACTION BEDDOME, BROWN, CRONYN & POCOCK Established 1850 Tfour pergonal baggage and effects tan be insured against losswithtourist Bacfgd<Je Insurance All Classes of Insurance 202 Dundas Bldg., LONDON, - ONT. Phones 8000 and 8001

36 WELCOME, OLD BOYS! The Largest Variety of Watches, Clocks, Jewelry and Novelties in Western Ontario. Visit our Diamond Room. We carry a large variety of Diamonds, mounted in White, Green and Yellow Cold. RETAIL London's Largest Jewelry Store. PAYS TO GO TO WRAY'S IT A 10% Discount will he allowed on any purchase by any Old Boy or Girl during Centennial Week. Bring this program with you. To London's Guests We want you to make this store your headquarters during your stay in London. And whether you buy or not we should like to show you, as a matter of interest, our famous Glcnkeith Serge or Kerry Twist Serge Suits. Our Highland Park Clothes for men and boys our imported and domestic sport togs. You will be enthusiastically received and courteously attended at Dowlers. Dowleps LIMITED BUILT ON VALUE MAINTAINED ON VALUE ATDBM TltU LTD., LONDON, ONT.