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Bard, Sweat, and Fears
The First Committee

Featuring:
Barbara Miller
Bob Blowes
Ted Blowes

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Lawson Killer Insurance
1953
Stratford, ON

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Lawson Killer Insurance
We have been a part of this community for over 40 years, but our roots, though individual brokers, extend all the way back to the 1920's. We have always believed that our brokers should be part of the community in which they serve and we are proud of the friendly, caring leadership they provide in helping you make sound decisions about your individual insurance needs. We believe in the importance of community involvement and take pride in our commitments. We offer all the services of the large, national insurance brokers, with an added touch of care and friendly service that you would expect from your neighbours.
Our Mission Statement

Lawson Killer Insurance Limited is a full service insurance brokerage committed to providing the best coverage and service for our customers at competitive and fair prices for both our client and our insurance carriers. We believe that our employees are a key ingredient to the success of our business. We expect our employees to be professional, approachable and motivated, with a personal concern for our clients and a loyalty to Lawson Killer Insurance. We believe that to be successful we must produce a profit which is fair to clients, employees and shareholders.

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Orr Insurance
1953
Stratford, ON

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Orr Insurance
In the Beginning Thomas Orr constructed the present Orr Insurance office as his residence in 1874. Robert Thomas Orr, son of Thomas Orr founded his insurance agency in Stratford in 1895 with his two sons John and Tom continuing in his footsteps. In 1956, Orr Insurance moved to its present location on Cobourg Street with the grandson of the founder, R. Thomas Orr joining the firm. Today, his two sons, Rick and Jeff continue the tradition of quality professional insurance service.

Orr Insurance Brokers Inc. has grown to be one of the largest insurance brokerages in the area. Our trademark of integrity, assistance and efficiency continues. Orr's highly qualified, professional staff utilize the facilities of many large stable insurers to ensure clients have the most comprehensive insurance programs and risk management alternatives.

As always, Orr Insurance continues its strong commitment to the community and looks forward to providing superior insurance programs for our clients, well into the 21st century.

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The Blowes Family
1953
Stratford, ON

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Blowes Family
Stan Blowes Book and Gift and Travel
Kenner Bookstore March 31, 1949
CNR Ticket Office March 31, 1949
Kenners Travel Office March 31, 1949
Stan Blowes Book and Gift Store Jan. 1, 1959
Stan Blowes Travel Service Jan.1, 1959
Stan Blowes Limited Jan.1, 1956
Elizabethan Restaurant 1956-1966

The Blowes Family arrived in Stratford March 31, 1949 to purchase Mr. Kenner's Business at 40 Wellington Street. (Now J.S. News.)
They moved to the present locations at 32-38 Wellington Street. They rented these premises from Loblaws. In 1956, when Loblaws decided to move to Ontario Street he Blowes purchased the buildings. This building was originally a hotel in the late 1800's owned by the Brandenburg Family. The Brandenburg family also had a travelling road show and were one of the first to perform in the Avon Theatre.
The Stratford Shakespearean Festival's first box office in 1953 was located in the bookstore. This space was donated by the Blowes Family.
During their time in Stratford (53 years) all of the Blowes have been very involved in the community. Our mother and father showed us how to be good citizens and all four of their children have carried on in their footsteps.
"Thank mom and dad for your good example."
By sponsoring this room we wish to show the citizens of Stratford how much we appreciate the continued patronage and loyalty over the many years

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Bard, Sweat, and Fears. The First Committee
2003
Stratford, ON

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Bard, Sweat, and Fears
The First Committee

Featuring
Ron Gough
Ted Blowes

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Bard, Sweat, and Fears. The Public Reaction
2003
Stratford, ON

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Bard, Sweat, and Fears
The Public Reaction

Featuring:
Tom Orr
Grant Stickney

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Stratford Shakespearean Festival Foundation Campaign for Funds
1953
Stratford, ON

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Stratford Shakespearean Festival Foundation

Campaign for Funds

Here's what the festival will mean to you:

(1) It will advertise the city, as it has already done, over the whole North American continent as well as England;

(2) With a conservative estimate of 30,000 people coming into the city, it will mean an extra income of at least $150,000 to our merchants and citizens;

(3) As well as ourselves, it will give our children and our children's children, an opportunity to see some of the best theatre in the world;

(4) It will completely reverse the usual trend in Stratford's summer. Instead of everybody leaving the city, everybody will be coming in.

Here's what we are asking of Stratford's Citizens:

(1) To contribute towards this project, so that every citizen can feel a part of it;

(2) To advertise it by word of mouth and by letter.

Your contribution will pay larger dividends as well as being an investment in your community and nation

Send your donation, large or small, to
W.H. Kalbfleisch, Treasurer, Bank of Montreal, Stratford

Donations are Income Tax Exempt

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Bard, Sweat, and Fears. The Public Reaction
2003
Stratford, ON