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A Typical Victoria Day in Paris, Ontario, 1935
The year was 1935, and Paris, a hereditary sport town, was bustling with activity on Victoria Day. It was a stay-at-home holiday for the locals, but that didn't stop them from engaging in a wide range of outdoor sports and recreational activities. The weather was glorious, adding to the festive atmosphere that filled the air.
From golfing to bowling, tennis to baseball, football to fishing, and even fireworks, there was something for everyone to enjoy. Parisians had always been passionate about sports, with a sporting spirit deeply ingrained in the town's culture for over threequarters of a century. In the earlier days, Paris boasted its own cricket grounds and was renowned as a center for cricket Horse racing, curling, and foot racing were also popular games that attracted visitors from far and wide
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The year 1935 marked the introduction of British rugby to Paris. Experts claimed that this form of rugby was markedly different from and superior to the
Paris Lawn Bowling Club circa 1935 soccer usually played in the town Two out-of-town teams, Brantford and an Irish team from Toronto, showcased their skills in an exhibition match, captivating the spectators with the thrilling game.
Golfers kicked off the summer season with a tournament, while the lawn bowlers and the Presbyterian Tennis Club also organized their respective opening events. The new tennis grounds of St. Paul's United Church were particularly praised for their excellent condition. The various clubs reported an increase in membership, indicating that Paris was determined to maintain its prominent position in the sporting world despite the emergence of new competitors.
The Paris Lawn Bowling Club saw over 60 members participate in the opening day competition. The green was in excellent condition, and President Haire expressed optimism about the club's successful season ahead. The club also paid tribute to the late member John Inksater, while extending warm wishes to Mr. and Mrs. Donald Sinclair on their sixtieth wedding anniversary.
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