Snapshots of Regina in 1919 from former soldier, Alfred Meek of Shaunavon, Sask. Top photo: Regina Town Hall where he was discharged; middle: the view from the barracks, looking toward the elevators; bottom: a yacht and canoe on Wascana Lake.
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Grandfather was area’s first preacher
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To grandma’s house they went
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Mother didn’t know he was all ‘thumbs’
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