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Remember When: Ponoka’s Crawford and Morrow families

A look back at the Crawfords’ and Morrows’ early days in Ponoka
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Remember When? This photo was taken in 1937 during a gala celebration in the Grand Meadow district marking the 50th Wedding Anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Crawford, who came into the Ponoka district in 1903. Shown in the picture from left to right, back row are: Mrs. Aro Crawford, Aro Crawford, Frank Crawford, and Mrs. Frank Crawford, while seated in front is: Mrs. Dan Morrow, Andrew Crawford, Mary Crawford, and Dan Morrow. Over the years Dan became very well known throughout the districts as a gifted poet and storyteller, singer of songs, and farmer. Photo from Ponoka Panorama History Book

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

A look back at the Crawfords’ and Morrows’ early days in Ponoka