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- "Dr. Billy King: a story of love, passion and poison"Dalby, Paul, Watershed (Grafton, Ontario: Shelter Fell Publications Inc.), 2006, 10-13 ...Dalby, Paul, Watershed (Grafton, Ontario: Shelter Fell Publications Inc.), 2006, 10-13 ...Cobourg Public Library
- "Trinity College School and Albert College"Beeson, Patsy, Watershed (Grafton, Ontario: Shelter Fell Publications Inc.), 2006, 21-23 ...Beeson, Patsy, Watershed (Grafton, Ontario: Shelter Fell Publications Inc.), 2006, 21-23 ...Cobourg Public Library
- "The Rice Lake Plains Joint Initiative: bringing natural history back to life"Watershed (Grafton, Ontario: Shelter Fell Publications Inc.), 2006, p. 38,39 ...Watershed (Grafton, Ontario: Shelter Fell Publications Inc.), 2006, p. 38,39 ...Cobourg Public Library
- "Edith Carr"Smith, George, Watershed (Grafton, Ontario: Shelter Fell Publications Inc.), 2006, p. 47 Survivor Thrivers Dragon Boat Club; Probus ClubSmith, George, Watershed (Grafton, Ontario: Shelter Fell Publications Inc.), 2006, p. 47 Survivor Thrivers Dragon Boat Club; Probus ClubCobourg Public Library
- "Bowling 'Green'"Harris, Gretchen, Watershed (Grafton, Ontario: Shelter Fell Publications Inc.), 2006, p. 27,28 ...Harris, Gretchen, Watershed (Grafton, Ontario: Shelter Fell Publications Inc.), 2006, p. 27,28 ...Cobourg Public Library
- Cabs, Cows and Cowboys - The Standard, 2006In the late 1940's Blind River had several taxi companies including Star Taxi, Deluxe, Central and a few more. Unlike today, drivers often had to dodge not just people and other vehicles but sometimes cows, or chickens.In the late 1940's Blind River had several taxi companies including Star Taxi, Deluxe, Central and a few more. Unlike today, drivers often had to dodge not just people and …Blind River Public Library
- Firefighters Recall Great Mississagi Fire of '48, 2006A newspaper article by Shannon Quesnel written for the Standard on May 17, 2006 about the great Mississagi Fire in 1948. ThE article recounts the fire from the perspective of Gord Campbell who answered an ad to fight fires in Northern Ontario. Smoke from the fire covered an area as …A newspaper article by Shannon Quesnel written for the Standard on May 17, 2006 about the great Mississagi Fire in 1948. ThE article recounts the fire from the perspective of …Huron Shores Museum
- Blind River 100 Years of History and More - Part 1 - The Standard, 2006This is a one page newspaper article about the beginnings of the Town of Blind River. It follows the history from the time of the arrival of indigenous people to later years and the formation of the actual town.This is a one page newspaper article about the beginnings of the Town of Blind River. It follows the history from the time of the arrival of indigenous people to …Blind River Public Library
- Blind River 100 Years of History and More - Part 2 - The Standard, 2006This is Part Two of a story published in the Standard moving forward in time covering some of the industries that drove the growth of Blind River, such as logging, trapping, and fishing.This is Part Two of a story published in the Standard moving forward in time covering some of the industries that drove the growth of Blind River, such as logging, …Blind River Public Library
- Normac To End Her 66 Year Career - The Standard, 2006This is a reprint of a story from the archives of The Standard with photos provided by the Blind River Timber Museum. The article gives some history and stories about the Normac, a car ferry that saw service on the Great Lakes from 1902 to 1968.This is a reprint of a story from the archives of The Standard with photos provided by the Blind River Timber Museum. The article gives some history and stories about …Blind River Public Library
- Fourth Beach Was Number One With Town - The Standard, 2006The writer recalls the days of summer spent at First Sand Beach at the east end of Blind River by many townspeople. It recalls days of being young, family picnics, and outdoor sports such as volleyball, bocci, and bonfires.The writer recalls the days of summer spent at First Sand Beach at the east end of Blind River by many townspeople. It recalls days of being young, family picnics, …Blind River Public Library
- Final Days Of Blind River's Police Force - Part 1 - The Standard, 2006Prior to 1969 Blind River had its own police force and this article discusses what type of duties the officers carried out and how things have changed over the years.Prior to 1969 Blind River had its own police force and this article discusses what type of duties the officers carried out and how things have changed over the years.Blind River Public Library
- Final Days Of Blind River's Police Force - Part 2 - The Standard, 2006This is a continuation of the previous article. Part 2 discusses the hours the officers worked, and the history of one officer in particular.This is a continuation of the previous article. Part 2 discusses the hours the officers worked, and the history of one officer in particular.Blind River Public Library
- A Fistful Of Wood - The Standard, 2006This is a colorful description of the Town of Blind River in its heyday when logging and mining were king. It it is a lively tale of by gone days that is worth a read.This is a colorful description of the Town of Blind River in its heyday when logging and mining were king. It it is a lively tale of by gone days …Blind River Public Library
- From The Kitchen To The Clubhouse - The Standard, 2006The Blind River Curling Club was built in 1956 and has been the hub of many enjoyable gatherings. This article provides some history of its 50 + years.The Blind River Curling Club was built in 1956 and has been the hub of many enjoyable gatherings. This article provides some history of its 50 + years.Blind River Public Library
- Catholic Church, Priest Leaves Mark on Blind River - The Standard, 2006The Catholic Church played a lot part in the history of the area around Blind River from the missionaries arrival in the mid 1800's to a snow machine riding "circuit" priest named Father Dufresne, who was the first priest to be buried in Blind River. This is a bit of …The Catholic Church played a lot part in the history of the area around Blind River from the missionaries arrival in the mid 1800's to a snow machine riding "circuit" …Blind River Public Library
- Palace Fan Sounds Off On Movie House - The Standard, 2006The Palace Theatre built in 1928 could seat 400 people and was not only a movie theatre, but was used for theatrical productions, electioneering, and a "defacto" newsroom during the war yearsThe Palace Theatre built in 1928 could seat 400 people and was not only a movie theatre, but was used for theatrical productions, electioneering, and a "defacto" newsroom during the …Blind River Public Library
- Small Time Greed In Early Fur Trading Days - The Standard, 2006This interesting article covers some history about a small relatively unknown cemetery encased within the bounds of the Mississauga Delta Park and how its residents came to be there.This interesting article covers some history about a small relatively unknown cemetery encased within the bounds of the Mississauga Delta Park and how its residents came to be there.Blind River Public Library
- 1906 Incorporation of Blind River Was Rocky - The Standard, 2006Blind River became an incorporated Town in 1906 against the wishes of some of the lumber companies with the first Mayor being Thomas Craig. This article gives a snapshot view of the early days of the Town.Blind River became an incorporated Town in 1906 against the wishes of some of the lumber companies with the first Mayor being Thomas Craig. This article gives a snapshot view …Blind River Public Library
- Before Junior A, Blind River Players Honed Skills In Junior B - The Standard, 2006This article discusses the change of the local hockey division from Junior B to Junior A and how the sport has changed from the early 70's.This article discusses the change of the local hockey division from Junior B to Junior A and how the sport has changed from the early 70's.Blind River Public Library