Mar. 20: First Shaarey Zedek; Charleswood's first reeve; Winnipeg's father of baseball.

March 20, 1890 - The first Shaarey Zedek Synagogue located at King Street at Henry Avenue was dedicated. It served until the present synagogue opened in 1950. The name translates as "the Gates of Righteousness." Also see. (Image: March 20, 1890, Winnipeg Tribune)

March 20, 1923 - George Chapman became Charleswood's first reeve by acclamation. Chapman School was named for him.

March 20, 1926 - John W. Harris died. A draftsman by trade, he is credited with bringing the game of baseball to Winnipeg.

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