Cannifton-Corbyville WI Tweedsmuir Community History Volume 1, [1964]-[1986], p. 6

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W W: Born John Buchan in Scotland, August 25th, 1875, the son of Rev. John Buchan. Historian, Novelist, and Governor-General of Canada from 1935 to l9LIrO. Called to the Bar in 1901. From 1927 to 1935 he was a member of British House of Commons for Scottish Universities. In 1935 he was titled. "Baron Tweedsmuir". Author of a number of biographies and historical works: Sir Walter Raleigh Sir Walter Scott Julius Caesar Oliver Cromwell The Massacre of Glencoe The King‘s Grace, etc. Some of his novels were: The 39 Steps Salute to Adventurers The Three Hostages, etc. "Memory Hold the Door" was his autobiography and. one of his latest works. John Buchan, the first Lord. Tweedsmuir, died. in Montreal on February 11th, 19%. His library was bequeathed to Queen's University at Kingston, Ontario. LADY TWEEDSMUIR Susan, wife of our beloved Governorâ€"General, has written many plays, childrens books, and reminiscenes. She was an ardent W. I. member in England, and was made an Honorary Life Member of 19‘.W.I.0. She advocated that our organization across Canada compile the histories of our local communities and. villages. She returned to England following the death of her husband, and is still residing there.(1962) <- [51) Qwa l'ni-cs-ltalefiei“ ‘ ‘Waal‘ Molt/2316777

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