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Scrapbook 1954-1979: The Capital District Scottish Games through the years (6 photos)

By Gazette Staff Report | August 30, 2022

John Harms of Scotia and some of his pals compete in the tug-of-war at the Scottish Games in 1978. Team Harms was victorious. — PHOTOGRAPHER: File Photo

John Harms of Scotia and some of his pals compete in the tug-of-war at the Scottish Games in 1978. Team Harms was victorious.

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ALTAMONT – The 2022 edition of the Capital District Scottish Games are set for this Saturday, Sept. 3 at the Altamont Fairgrounds.

Our Capital Region Scrapbook has some looks at previous games, from 1954 to 1979.

Gazette File Photos

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David C. Hume, business manager of the Schenectady Gazette, wears a smile and suit — but no plaid — during the trophy presentation ceremony at the 1954 Scottish Games. GAZETTE FILE PHOTO
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Trophies and smiles come out at the 1960 Capital District Scottish Games at the Altamont Fairgrounds. From left are two members of the Caber Feidh Pipe Band of Toronto; Emily Banks, “Miss Rheingold;” three members of the champion Worcester Kiltie Pipe Band of Worcester, Mass; John E.N. Hume Jr., editor of the Schenectady Gazette; and top drum major John McKenzie of the Canadian Rockcliff RCAF Pipe Band. GAZETTE FILE PHOTO
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John Harms of Scotia and some of his pals compete in the tug-of-war at the Scottish Games in 1978. Team Harms was victorious. GAZETTE FILE PHOTO
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Ron Coons of Surprise in Greene County puts muscle into the sheaf toss at the 1978 Capital District Scottish Games. Coons won the prize for giving the 15-pound bag of straw the highest ride in the air. GAZETTE FILE PHOTO
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Moira Maclean flings it during the 1979 Scottish Games at the Altamont Fairgrounds. GAZETTE FILE PHOTO
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A piper tests his wind at the 1966 Scottish Games at the Altamont Fairgrounds. GAZETTE FILE PHOTO
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