March 14, 1917 Toronto World, page 2 - Ontario ArtistsMeet

When I was intensely painting I noticed no one - not even bears.

My specialty was baked fish, baked beans and curly, crispy bacon.

Square dances are a good way of getting to know women while keeping your options open.

Park Rule: Licenses should be kept in personal possession at all times.

1916 Poplar Point, Rock, Sun #tt1916

In 1902 I took a job in Seattle as a photoengraver.

I produce my work for my own satisfaction, not for its effect on the crowd.

By 1913 J.R. Booth could cut any tree he wanted in the Park.

Lismer was fascinated with me when we first met. Artist genius, untutored painter of great ability and integrity.

1916 Autumn Algonquin Park #tt1916

In my youth I had bouts of illness that kept me home from school.

A corset has two functions: to keep women in, and to keep men out.

Jackson knew how to draw out my talent rather than hammering in me technique.

I hear a banging on the door. It's Bill Beatty wanting to come in for a drink. I tell him to go away.

The electric went out earlier in the evening. Florence and I agree that we don't need anymore electricity.

Romance by kerosene or candle light. Candle light is better. Besides, the electrical light is not working.

Florence is remarking how large and powerful my canvases are. Especially by kersone light.

I have a contempt for subterfuge, sham and snobbery.

Florence and I walk back to the Shack. Nobody sees us. Except for passing soldiers.