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- Trial of Dr. William H. King
Dr. William King was the only criminal to be executed in Northumberland and was a well-known doctor of Brighton. He became infatuated with Melinda Vandervoort and began to feed his wife small doses of arsenic. After a hard-fought trial he was convicted of murder and on June 9, 1859 he … Dr. William King was the only criminal to be executed in Northumberland and was a well-known doctor of Brighton. He became infatuated with Melinda Vandervoort and began to feed his …Cobourg Public Library - First Cobourg Collegiate
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 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 - Drawing of Gothic style of doorway
Drawing of Gothic style of doorway particular to Cobourg Source: Unknown Acquired: March 13, 1991 Drawing of Gothic style of doorway particular to Cobourg Source: Unknown Acquired: March 13, 1991Cobourg Public Library - Blairton Iron Mines
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 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 - North King (Steamer)
The "North King" was a frequent caller at Cobourg in the heyday of lake transport. She ran from Charlotte (the port of Rochester, NY) to various ports on the north shore of Lake Ontario including Cobourg, Port Hope and Toronto. When the North King, the Caspian or the Kingston arrived … The "North King" was a frequent caller at Cobourg in the heyday of lake transport. She ran from Charlotte (the port of Rochester, NY) to various ports on the north …Cobourg Public Library - Stiles Hotel, Amherst
Pre-1812 there were three communities existing in the area of what would later become Cobourg. Amherst, was the largest settlement and was located at the House of Refuge about a mile northwest of present-day Cobourg. (Golden Plough is now located at that site). Lewis Stiles acquired this corner property in … Pre-1812 there were three communities existing in the area of what would later become Cobourg. Amherst, was the largest settlement and was located at the House of Refuge about a …Cobourg 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 - Victoria College and Faraday Hall, Cobourg
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 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 - Old Scotch Kirk and old Cobourg poem
Both sketches and poem are by Carrie Munson Hoople and were published in her book "Along the way with pen and pencil", New York, 1909. Library owns draft of this page prior to publishing and the original photograph of the sketch of the old Scotch Kirk. Both sketches and poem are by Carrie Munson Hoople and were published in her book "Along the way with pen and pencil", New York, 1909. Library owns draft of this …Cobourg Public Library - Haynes Printing Co.
Haynes Printing Co.Ltd was established in 1950. It was formed with the publication of the Cobourg Times, one of Canada's first photo offset newspapers and Cobourg's first to feature a weekly coloured comic section. Eventually the decision was made to phase out the production of weekly publications and concentrate on … Haynes Printing Co.Ltd was established in 1950. It was formed with the publication of the Cobourg Times, one of Canada's first photo offset newspapers and Cobourg's first to feature a …Cobourg Public Library - Architectural drawing of Whitehall
Architectural drawing of Whitehall, the Burnham family home on William St. Includes fireplace mantle, mutulos, front porch and living room mantel. Done by architect Phillip Carter. Source: Ontario Archives, Toronto Acquired: March 13, 1991 Architectural drawing of Whitehall, the Burnham family home on William St. Includes fireplace mantle, mutulos, front porch and living room mantel. Done by architect Phillip Carter. Source: Ontario Archives, Toronto …Cobourg Public Library - Scaled restoration drawing of Kelly House
Scaled restoration drawing of Kelly House, 1930 Source: Ontario Archives, Toronto Acquired: March 13, 1991 Scaled restoration drawing of Kelly House, 1930 Source: Ontario Archives, Toronto Acquired: March 13, 1991Cobourg Public Library - Sheriff Henry Ruttan
Henry Rutttan served as Lieutenant in the War of 1812. Distinguished conducted at Lundry's Lane where he was wounded. Henry was married to Mary Jones, the daughter of Elias Jones, one of Cobourg's first settlers. By 1820 he became a member of the Legislative Assembly. In 1827 he became the … Henry Rutttan served as Lieutenant in the War of 1812. Distinguished conducted at Lundry's Lane where he was wounded. Henry was married to Mary Jones, the daughter of Elias Jones, …Cobourg Public Library - Victoria College
Picture is entitled "Cobourg- A closer look".This fine example of Greek Revival Architecture opened in 1836 as the Methodist Church's Upper Canada Academy. In 1841, it was incorporated as Victoria College with Rev. Egerton Ryerson as its first president. In 1892 it joined with the University of Toronto and moved … Picture is entitled "Cobourg- A closer look".This fine example of Greek Revival Architecture opened in 1836 as the Methodist Church's Upper Canada Academy. In 1841, it was incorporated as Victoria …Cobourg Public Library - Globe Hotel
From "View of Cobourg, C.W." facsimile p.viii, Angle American magazine vol II Jan-June 1853 From "View of Cobourg, C.W." facsimile p.viii, Angle American magazine vol II Jan-June 1853Cobourg Public Library - View of Cobourg from Weller's (Factory) Hill
This picture from the mouth of Factory Creek is not totally accurate, but is important for its representation of the Globe Hotel (in the centre near the Church of England). The Globe Hotel stood on the northeast corner of King and McGill streets. It was destroyed by fire in 1864 … This picture from the mouth of Factory Creek is not totally accurate, but is important for its representation of the Globe Hotel (in the centre near the Church of England). …Cobourg Public Library - Weller stagecoach - A thrilling event of pioneer days
In February 1840 the Governor-General of the Canadas, Mr. Poulett Thompson (later Lord Sydenham), had to make a hurried trip from Toronto to Montreal intending, it is said, (if he arrived in time), to reprieve a murderer. The only winter travel was by stagecoach, and William Weller of Cobourg operated … In February 1840 the Governor-General of the Canadas, Mr. Poulett Thompson (later Lord Sydenham), had to make a hurried trip from Toronto to Montreal intending, it is said, (if he …Cobourg Public Library - Gore's Landing, Rice Lake, Ontario
Gerald Hayward (1845-1926), along with his brother Alfred, were born at Ravenscourt, between Cobourg and Port Hope to Captain Alfred and Caroline Hayward. As a young man he held a number of jobs and was even station agent at Harwood for the Cobourg-Peterborough railway. He travelled west aboard a prairie … Gerald Hayward (1845-1926), along with his brother Alfred, were born at Ravenscourt, between Cobourg and Port Hope to Captain Alfred and Caroline Hayward. As a young man he held a …Cobourg Public Library - George Guillet's badge of re-election
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Elizabeth Heath is the sister of Emily Heath Boulton. Elizabeth Heath is the sister of Emily Heath Boulton.Cobourg Public Library
