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- Blairton Iron MinesThe Cobourg & Peterborough Railway (C&PR) was incorporated in November 1852 by the citizens of Cobourg in hopes of drawing trade to their community from lands north to Peterborough and beyond. Entirely bankrupt by 1865, the property was reorganized as the Cobourg, Peterborough & Marmora Railway & Mining Company in …The Cobourg & Peterborough Railway (C&PR) was incorporated in November 1852 by the citizens of Cobourg in hopes of drawing trade to their community from lands north to Peterborough and …Cobourg Public Library
- Map of OrilliaMap of OrilliaMap of OrilliaOrillia Public Library
- Mrs. Jackson Holliday (Mary Jane Hall), c. 1875.Mrs. Jackson Holliday was born in 1831. She was married in Whitby Township on March 10, 1849 to Jackson Holliday, who died on May 12, 1874. She died at Lot 12, 1st Concession of Reach Township, on February 21, 1876, and is buried in the Methodist Episcopal Church Cemetery at …Mrs. Jackson Holliday was born in 1831. She was married in Whitby Township on March 10, 1849 to Jackson Holliday, who died on May 12, 1874. She died at Lot …Whitby Public Library
- Lithograph View of the Lower Town, c. 1870sThis lithograph, based on a painting by "Rev. M. A. F.," depicts the downtown area of Paris as it existed in the 1870s along with the Grand River and its bridges. It was originally published in the October 26, 1872 edition of the Canadian Illustrated News. Some time later, a …This lithograph, based on a painting by "Rev. M. A. F.," depicts the downtown area of Paris as it existed in the 1870s along with the Grand River and its …
- Brain Brewery near HornbyA pen and ink sketch of the Brain Brewery on the 9th Line, Esquesing Township near Hornby. Taken from the 1877 Halton County Atlas. It was established in 1845 and remains can be seen on Lot 2, Concession 9.A pen and ink sketch of the Brain Brewery on the 9th Line, Esquesing Township near Hornby. Taken from the 1877 Halton County Atlas. It was established in 1845 and …Esquesing Historical Society
- First Cobourg CollegiateBuilt in 1871 on Glebe land on the site of the first Grammar school, the old Cobourg Collegiate Institute still stands across from the St. Peter's Rectory as an apartment building.(117 King Street East) For one year this building was known as the Cobourg High School and the next year …Built in 1871 on Glebe land on the site of the first Grammar school, the old Cobourg Collegiate Institute still stands across from the St. Peter's Rectory as an apartment …Cobourg Public Library
- Victoria College and Faraday Hall, CobourgVictoria College, which began as the Upper Canda Academy officially opened in 1836. It became a degree-granting institution in 1842 with Egerton Ryerson as its first principal. The College granted degrees in Arts, Science, Law, Medicine and Divinity. Faraday Hall was added to the College in 1878. Victoria College still …Victoria College, which began as the Upper Canda Academy officially opened in 1836. It became a degree-granting institution in 1842 with Egerton Ryerson as its first principal. The College granted …Cobourg Public Library
- Albion HotelOriginally known as the Steamboat Hotel (owned by Oren Strong), it was renamed the Albion in 1837 and was located on the north side of King StreetOriginally known as the Steamboat Hotel (owned by Oren Strong), it was renamed the Albion in 1837 and was located on the north side of King StreetCobourg Public Library
- Paul Kane (1810-1871)Paul Kane was born in Ireland but came to York (Toronto) as a boy. He studied painting at Upper Canada College and after working in Detroit, Michigan and Mobile, Alabama he went to Europe for two years to study his art. In the early 1830s, he lived in Cobourg and …Paul Kane was born in Ireland but came to York (Toronto) as a boy. He studied painting at Upper Canada College and after working in Detroit, Michigan and Mobile, Alabama …Cobourg Public Library
- Floral ArrangementA pencil sketch by Harriet Kane, wife of Paul Kane, Canadian artist. Harriet was the daughter of renowned cabinetmaker, Freeman Schemmerhorn Clench.A pencil sketch by Harriet Kane, wife of Paul Kane, Canadian artist. Harriet was the daughter of renowned cabinetmaker, Freeman Schemmerhorn Clench.Cobourg Public Library
- Colourized Lithograph View of the Lower Town, c. 1870sThis lithograph, based on a painting by "Rev. M. A. F.," depicts the downtown area of Paris as it existed in the 1870s along with the Grand River and its bridges. It was originally published in the October 26, 1872 edition of the Canadian Illustrated News. This copy is one …This lithograph, based on a painting by "Rev. M. A. F.," depicts the downtown area of Paris as it existed in the 1870s along with the Grand River and its …
- Canada Lime Works at Dolly VardenA line drawing of Canada Lime Works, showing two set kilns and two draw kilns with a GTR locomotive. The company was purchased by C.S. Smith and Dr. McGarvin in 1874.A line drawing of Canada Lime Works, showing two set kilns and two draw kilns with a GTR locomotive. The company was purchased by C.S. Smith and Dr. McGarvin in …Esquesing Historical Society
- Sketches of the Battle Fields of Ontario from the War of 1812, July 15, 1876.One page of sketches illustrating the battle fields of Ontario from the War of 1812. The page has been removed from the July 15, 1876 issue of the Canadian Illustrated News and mounted on a cardboard mat. Included are sketches of the Battle Field of Lundy's Lane and Drummondville, the …One page of sketches illustrating the battle fields of Ontario from the War of 1812. The page has been removed from the July 15, 1876 issue of the Canadian Illustrated …
- The Steam Examination for Masters and Mates, as required by the Local Marine Board - Plate 1The Steam Examination for Masters and Mates, as required by the Local Marine Board (Liverpool) Examination plate from "The steam examination for masters and mates, as required by the local marine board" (with illustrated diagrams), showing all the internal and external arrangement of boilers, engines, common and compound, adapted to the wants of those who know nothing about the engine. M.Ion, Preparer for the Liverpool …The Steam Examination for Masters and Mates, as required by the Local Marine Board (Liverpool) Examination plate from "The steam examination for masters and mates, as required by the local marine board" (with illustrated diagrams), showing all the internal and external arrangement of boilers, engines, …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Frances SmithFrom article "The Favourites of the Collingwood and Lake Superior Royal Mail Line" in the Canadian Illustrated News, 6 Sept. 1873. The colouring was done at a later date by an unknown hand.From article "The Favourites of the Collingwood and Lake Superior Royal Mail Line" in the Canadian Illustrated News, 6 Sept. 1873. The colouring was done at a later date by …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- ChicoraFrom article "The Favourites of the Collingwood and Lake Superior Royal Mail Line" in the Canadian Illustrated News, 6 Sept. 1873. The colouring was done at a later date by an unknown hand.From article "The Favourites of the Collingwood and Lake Superior Royal Mail Line" in the Canadian Illustrated News, 6 Sept. 1873. The colouring was done at a later date by …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- The Steam Examination for Masters and Mates, as required by the Local Marine Board - Plate 2The Steam Examination for Masters and Mates, as required by the Local Marine Board (Liverpool) Examination plate from "The steam examination for masters and mates, as required by the local marine board" (with illustrated diagrams), showing all the internal and external arrangement of boilers, engines, common and compound, adapted to the wants of those who know nothing about the engine. M.Ion, Preparer for the Liverpool …The Steam Examination for Masters and Mates, as required by the Local Marine Board (Liverpool) Examination plate from "The steam examination for masters and mates, as required by the local marine board" (with illustrated diagrams), showing all the internal and external arrangement of boilers, engines, …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Schooner WolverineThe schooner Wolverine, 117 x 25, built 1871, Grand Haven, Mich.- 195 gross tons. Used the so-called "Grand Haven rig", or four similar rigs, which originated in the 1870s. About 26 other vessels adopted this rig. Listed Ship Masters' Assoc. Directory, 1903; Beers, History of the Great Lakes, Vol.1, p. …The schooner Wolverine, 117 x 25, built 1871, Grand Haven, Mich.- 195 gross tons. Used the so-called "Grand Haven rig", or four similar rigs, which originated in the 1870s. About …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Tug AlertOld harbor tug, Alert of Chicago, watching for a tow in the 1880s. The Ship Masters' Assoc. Directory, 1903, lists the tug as being built in 1874; owned by Lydon & Drews, Chicago; 49x13; 23 gross tonnage.Old harbor tug, Alert of Chicago, watching for a tow in the 1880s. The Ship Masters' Assoc. Directory, 1903, lists the tug as being built in 1874; owned by Lydon …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- S. D. ArnoldThe S.D. Arnold. better known as "Bootjack" because of the angle made by her twin smoke stacks, was used in the log trade between De Pere, Wis. and Marinette, Wis. Built 1871, De Pere, Wis.; passed out of registry, 1894. Listed Beers, History of the Great Lakes, Vol. l.The S.D. Arnold. better known as "Bootjack" because of the angle made by her twin smoke stacks, was used in the log trade between De Pere, Wis. and Marinette, Wis. …Maritime History of the Great Lakes