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Kate at the Canadian National Exhibition23 August 2007
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This picture was taken in the 1950's. Mrs. A is standing in front of the Women's Building, where, as Director of Women's activities, her program included official luncheons, teas, food, fashions, crafts, and special exhibits.3
Kate at the Canadian National Exhibition23 August 2007
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Kate Aitken conducts Mrs. Eleanor Roosevelt and Mrs. R.C. Berkinshaw around the Canadian National Exhibition in Toronto.5
Beeton's Women Institute23 August 2007
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Kate was quite active in her community. She helped introduce the Beeton Women's Institute, of which she became the first president. She later held higher offices in the Simcoe County Women's Institute.7
The Beeton Fall Fair23 August 2007
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Kate helped organize and activate a Junior Choir in Beeton's Presbyterian Church. In 1959, Kate officially opened the Beeton Fall Fair.9
Kate handshaking at the beeton fall fair23 August 2007
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Kate handshaking at the Beeton Fall Fair.11
Kate the Conservation Director23 August 2007
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Back at home, Kate was given the title of Conservation Director for the Federal Wartime Prizes and Trade Board, which regulated prices and organized food and gas rationing. Kate worked for free, a voice speaking to women on the home front with the slogan, "Use it up, wear it out, make over, make do". |
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