Since 1922, competition has always been a key feature of the Royal Winter Fair. From cattle judging to horse shows to champion potatoes (you heard that right), and more, take a look back at the history of the fair. 1. Winter Fair, judging cattle in ring, November 20 1930. Globe & Mail Fonds 1266, Item 22579. 2. Jim Day, winner in horse jumping competition, Royal Winter Fair, 1960s. Fonds 1257, Series 1057, Item 2732. 3. Royal Winter Fair, Champion Potatoes, Dooley, S.E. Guffin, RR1, Acton. November 21, 1929. Globe & Mail Fonds 1266, Item 18651. 4. Champion Superbe White Vagabond King, C.E. Springer, Detroit. November 21, 1929. Globe & Mail Fonds 1266, Item 18656. 5. Royal Winter Fair, dogs, Champion Delaware Kate, Ernest Smoot, Salt Lake City, Utah. November 25, 1929. Globe & Mail Fonds 1266, Item 18697. #TOHistory #TorontoArchives