Photo above: Annie and John Ingham, who had 8 children, but only one was nearby in their old age We often think of our generation as highly mobile, unlike previous generations who we imagine stayed put for the most part. However, when I look at my ancestors’ records, I find the opposite is true. In … Continue reading Annie and John Ingham
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Labour Day Special: Jobs My Ancestors Did
Photo Above: Granddad Garnet Joseph Spencer in his police uniform, c. 1940s The first Monday of September is Labour Day here in Canada. In honour of that day, I'm listing the jobs my direct ancestors have done. Grandparents: Thomas Ingham – boiler operator/stationary engineer Emily (Sargent) Ingham – sewing machinist tailoring (before marriage) Margaret May … Continue reading Labour Day Special: Jobs My Ancestors Did