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- At the Forks of the Grand: Volume II
The second volume of At the Forks of the Grand was published in 1982, not long after the reprinting of Volume I. Its chapters were originally printed as segments in The Paris Star. While the first volume is primarily an account of the foundation and political/economic development of Paris, the … The second volume of At the Forks of the Grand was published in 1982, not long after the reprinting of Volume I. Its chapters were originally printed as segments in …County of Brant Public Library - History of the Glen Morris Library: One Hundred Years
This book documents the history of the Glen Morris library from its founding in 1888 to its hundredth anniversary in 1988. The Glen Morris library is now one of the five branches of the County of Brant Public Library, following the County's amalgamation in 1999. This book documents the history of the Glen Morris library from its founding in 1888 to its hundredth anniversary in 1988. The Glen Morris library is now one of the …County of Brant Public Library - The History of the County of Brant, volume I, by F. Douglas Reville
This book was digitized by the Internet Archive and can also be accessed at their site, linked to underneath the book. This book was digitized by the Internet Archive and can also be accessed at their site, linked to underneath the book.County of Brant Public Library - A Movement of the Spirit, by Roger Sharpe
A Movement of the Spirit: the History of St. James Anglican Church, Paris, 1839-2010, by Roger Sharpe. A Movement of the Spirit: the History of St. James Anglican Church, Paris, 1839-2010, by Roger Sharpe.County of Brant Public Library - Paris High School, 1929 - 1951
This 1974 book provides a very personal history of Paris High School. Author Donald A. Smith was a teacher and a principal there, and this memoir covers the years from 1929 - 1951 when he was most active there. He discusses his memories of the school and the many changes … This 1974 book provides a very personal history of Paris High School. Author Donald A. Smith was a teacher and a principal there, and this memoir covers the years from …County of Brant Public Library - The Sharps of Dumfries
This is a Sharp Family story created as a Millennium project by Andrew Sharp and Wendy (Sharp) McLean. The book was published in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This is a Sharp Family story created as a Millennium project by Andrew Sharp and Wendy (Sharp) McLean. The book was published in Winnipeg, Manitoba.County of Brant Public Library - The Annual Volunteer and Service Militia List of Canada, 1st March 1867
This book was digitized by the Internet Archive and can also be accessed at their site, linked to underneath the book. This book was digitized by the Internet Archive and can also be accessed at their site, linked to underneath the book.County of Brant Public Library - Penmans No. 2 and 3 Mills, c. 1892
This lithograph depicts the no. 2 and 3 mills of the Penman Manufacturing Co. in Paris, Ontario, c. 1892. This image was printed on the ninth page of photographs in At the Forks of the Grand: Volume II by D. A. Smith. This lithograph depicts the no. 2 and 3 mills of the Penman Manufacturing Co. in Paris, Ontario, c. 1892. This image was printed on the ninth page of photographs in …County of Brant Public Library - Brant County Gazetteer & Directory, 1869-70
The communities covered in this directory are: Alberton Ayr Bishopsgate Branchtown Brantford Brantford Township Burford Cainsville Cathcart Claremont Galt Glen Morris Globe's Corners Harley Harrisburgh Kelvin Langford Middleport Mohawk Mount Pleasant Mount Vernon New Durham Newport Oakland Oakland Township Onondaga Onondaga Township Paris Princeton Rosebank St. George Scotland Shipman's Corners … The communities covered in this directory are: Alberton Ayr Bishopsgate Branchtown Brantford Brantford Township Burford Cainsville Cathcart Claremont Galt Glen Morris Globe's Corners Harley Harrisburgh Kelvin Langford Middleport Mohawk Mount …County of Brant Public Library - The Forgotten Brother: John Carlyle
This book by Joseph A. Scott traces the history of the "forgotten" Carlyle brother, John Carlyle. He was the half-brother of the much more famous Thomas Carlyle, historian and philosopher. John was born in Scotland, but emigrated to North America and eventually moved to Mount Pleasant, where he lived most … This book by Joseph A. Scott traces the history of the "forgotten" Carlyle brother, John Carlyle. He was the half-brother of the much more famous Thomas Carlyle, historian and philosopher. …County of Brant Public Library - At the Forks of the Grand: Volume I
The index has been scanned from the later 1980 printing; the original publication did not include an index. Pagination is identical between the two editions. The index has been scanned from the later 1980 printing; the original publication did not include an index. Pagination is identical between the two editions.County of Brant Public Library - The History of the County of Brant, volume II, by F. Douglas Reville
This book was digitized by the Internet Archive and can also be accessed at their site, linked to underneath the book. This book was digitized by the Internet Archive and can also be accessed at their site, linked to underneath the book.County of Brant Public Library - Paris Junction, Paris Station (1848 - 1900): "The Hey Day of The Steam Era"
This 2000 book by Robert Hasler documents the history of the Paris Junction of Paris, Ontario. This was a busy part of town in the 19th century, home to a large number of thriving businesses which depended on the two railroad lines which intersected there. Hasler documents the origins of … This 2000 book by Robert Hasler documents the history of the Paris Junction of Paris, Ontario. This was a busy part of town in the 19th century, home to a …County of Brant Public Library - Paris Boy Scout Troup, 1912-1913: Kings Troup of Canada
This photograph depicts the 1912-1913 troup of the Paris Boy Scouts. They were the winner of that year's Dominion scouting competition, which granted them the title of King's Troup of Canada. The leaders depicted include C.B. Robinson and Alfred Scott (third from left). Brian Stewart submitted the name of the … This photograph depicts the 1912-1913 troup of the Paris Boy Scouts. They were the winner of that year's Dominion scouting competition, which granted them the title of King's Troup of … - Bowling Team with Trophy, c. 1905
The original photograph is noticeably faded. Both the original and contrast-enhanced copies are available. The original photograph is noticeably faded. Both the original and contrast-enhanced copies are available. - Paris Fall Fair, 1908
This 1908 photograph depicts visitors at that year's Paris Fall Fair. At the time, the fairgrounds were located at the corner of William and Elm Streets, where the Syl Apps Community Centre and baseball park are now. Signs in this photograph include "Tremaine Candy Kitchen, Brantford"; "Daily Expositor for Sale … This 1908 photograph depicts visitors at that year's Paris Fall Fair. At the time, the fairgrounds were located at the corner of William and Elm Streets, where the Syl Apps … - Boys Playing at British vs. Boers on Hamilton Place Lawn, Paris, c. 1900
This photograph depicts a group of young boys playing at British vs. Boers c. 1900, at the time of the second Boer War. The photograph was taken at Hamilton Place, then the home of Paul Wickson and his family. The photograph was taken by Wickson, and the boy in the … This photograph depicts a group of young boys playing at British vs. Boers c. 1900, at the time of the second Boer War. The photograph was taken at Hamilton Place, … - Parisians Training for Home Defense, 1915
This 1915 photograph depicts a platoon of Paris men training to defend Paris in the unlikely event of attack. They are holding wooden rifles. The man on the left is John Fisher, then an MP and later a senator. This image was printed on the twenty-eighth page of photographs in … This 1915 photograph depicts a platoon of Paris men training to defend Paris in the unlikely event of attack. They are holding wooden rifles. The man on the left is … - View of Paris Coronation Day Parade, May 12, 1937
This photograph shows the beginning of a parade down Grand River Street in celebration of the coronation of King George VI. Store signs visible in this photograph include "Naborhood Shoes" and "Frank N. Inksater". This image was printed on the thirtieth page of photographs in At the Forks of the … This photograph shows the beginning of a parade down Grand River Street in celebration of the coronation of King George VI. Store signs visible in this photograph include "Naborhood Shoes" … - View of Paris Coronation Day Parade, May 12, 1937
This photograph shows the beginning of a parade down Grand River Street in celebration of the coronation of King George VI. Store signs visible in this photograph include "Naborhood Shoes" and "Chas. McCausland". This image was printed on the thirtieth page of photographs in At the Forks of the Grand: … This photograph shows the beginning of a parade down Grand River Street in celebration of the coronation of King George VI. Store signs visible in this photograph include "Naborhood Shoes" …
