This photograph shows spectators holding their breaths during the Ontario Open at the Cutten Club. “Pg 1 2 x 71/2 Closing of (crop at bottom) 22/4-20/6” is written on the reverse of this photograph.
This photograph shows a sign used to request silence on the greens during the Ontario Open at the Cutten Club. “Pg 1 3 x 41/2 85 % crop closing of 22/4-20/6” is written on the reverse of this photograph.
This photograph shows participants from Our Lady of Lourdes Junior high school in a Cross Canada Run. Pictured are Mary Tedesco who is receiving the baton from Tony Carvalho. "P11 4 x6 Take Part In 4,500 Mile 23-18-06 (4 Colm) 29-10 22/4-20/6" is written on the reverse of this photograph.
This photograph shows Helen Godwin. At the time of this photograph, Godwin earned a berth in the Ontario gymnastic championships. "Pg5 100% 1x41/4 Helen Godwin 22/4-20/6" is written on the reverse of this photograph.
This photograph is a replica of John Galt’s house built out of popsicle sticks. Bob Longley is the builder of the replica house. The replica was displayed at the Guelph Public Library when this photograph was taken. “P3 4 x 51/4 Lelliputian 22/4-20/6” is written on the reverse of this photograph.
This picture shows Peter Irving who was chosen as Guelph Daily Mercury’s Carrier of Week. He can be seen second from the left. The dinner was sponsored by Harry Collier far left. Peter’s parents are pictured on the far right and standing is Mitch Babcock who managed the Ponderosa restaurant at the time of the photograph. Pg 2 4 x 4 ½ On the house 22/4-20/6” is written on the reverse of this photograph.
This photograph shows Alan Smart receiving a plaque from Sister Audrey Schmidt recognizing St. Joseph’s half-century membership in the Ontario Hospital Association. Alan Smart was the chairman of the board of trustees for St. Joseph’s hospital at the time this photograph was taken. The Guelph Mercury notes that Audrey Schmidt was the administer of the hospital from 1954 to 1960.
This photograph shows Metro Police Chief Jim Kelly in Action at the range. “P13 3 x 6 ½ Metro Police 22/4-20/6/77” is written on the reverse of this photograph.
This photograph shows Elma and Ray Nankivell with decorations marking the Silver Jubilee for Queen Elizabeth II. The flags of Canada and the Royal Standard can be seen in this photograph as well as a flag used to honor the Royal Family when the Queen first came to the throne.
This photograph shows Pat, the mother of Stuart Mills, also seen pictured at an advance poll that took place at Guelph’s main firehall. "P11 3 x7 As is At Yesterdays 22/4-20/6" is written on the reverse of this photograph.
This photograph shows Todd Vogelsberg enjoying an ice cream on a warm day. "Pg 13 100% 3x7 Just the Thing" 22/4-20/6" is written on the reverse of this photograph.
This photograph shows Susan Pasuta, a cadet, at a display during Police Week. "Page 5- Cadet Susan . . . 22 /4 -20/6/77" is written on the reverse of this photograph.
This photograph shows an unidentified person on a picnic table stretched out. A dog can be seen under the picnic table."P21 Pleasant Hot As is 22/4-20/3" is written on the reverse of the photograph.
This photograph shows Less Fraser and Paul Prince fishing at a location not mentioned by the Mercury. "Pg3 3x8 100% Looking for Fish 22/4-20/6" is written on the reverse of this photograph.
This photograph shows several Arthur area firefighters washing cars to raise money for winter jackets with firemen's crests. Pictured are Glen Dixon, Larry Day and Ron Crawford. "Pg5 100% 4x5 Arthur firefighters 22/4-20/6" is written on the reverse of this photograph.
This photograph shows John Galt's great granddaughter Mrs. F.H. Kortright seen in the center of the photograph. The other women picture are also descendants of John Galt. "Pg1 5 x 43/4 John Galts . . . 22/4-20/6" is written on the reverse of this photograph.
This photographs shows chess grandmaster Duncan Suttles (above left) playing chess with several others at Stone Road Mall. "P15 4x51/4 as is Chess Grandmaster 22/4-20/6/77" is written on the reverse of this photograph.
This photograph shows Nancy Perger with a doll that was worth 3000 dollars when this photograph was taken. "Page 11-Friday 2 x 53/4 Nancy 22/4-20/6" is written on the reverse of this photograph.
This float for the Ukrainian Canadian Community was one of the many spectacles in the Guelph 150th Birthday celebration parade. The Ukrainian community also put on an exhibit of artwork, dance, crafts, and food during the festivities.
June 27 - July 2, 1977 is written on the reverse of this photograph, but was published June 28, 1977.
This photograph shows Pat Murphy, winner of the 1980 Prison Arts Foundation award for woodcarving.