Dancing machine

When word arose of an HBC employee eagerly polishing his dancing shoes, the editors of decided to poke a little fun at his expense.

In the January 1921 issue, the magazine reported on a “rumour” circulating that Mr. McDonald from accounting had become an expert dancer and was ready to share his talents with the world. McDonald, the column said, was preparing to teach three ladies who worked at the HBC “the fine points in dancing.”

editors didn’t have much confidence in McDonald’s dance moves — the column ended by stating, “Nice for Mac, but kind of tough on the ladies.” Ouch!