A History of Elmsdale, Elmsdale West, and Brockton, Prince Edward Island
win as many tricks as possible. The side that won the majority scored one-point for each trick in excess of six. The side which accumulated seven points first won.
Today bridge is played instead of whist. It has been played weekly year-round at the Elmsdale Community Centre beginning on November 9, 1976.
From the Island Farmer November 7, 1939: “Chicken Supper on November 9 in Elmsdale Hall from 4:30 on.”
In the 19403 Hilda Gillis brought the National Film Board documentaries to the Elmsdale Hall. This brought large crowds and was very entertaining.
From the’Islan'd Farmer: “Reserve Wednesday, July 19, 1941 for the Elmsdale tea. . .usual amusements and attractions. Grounds will be lighted at night. If day is
unfavorable next fine day following.”
All Roads Lead To Elmsdale
July 10th
med Also «I! stocked saloons. Grounds lighted at night. swine and other gamma. Special Mm
If new. first fine day following
Hilda O’Brien Coll.
Island Farmer, July 2, 1940 Hilda Gillis, National Film Board