Katherine Howe

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Katherine Howe was the mother of legendary hockey player Gordie Howe, known for her resourcefulness during the Great Depression; she traded a few coins for an old pair of skates, which sparked her son's illustrious career in hockey.

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Katherine Howe gave a few coins to a neighbor in exchange for a gunny sack containing skates.

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The Globe and Mail·

Canada· 2026-06-20

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