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Geographic Location: Paris- Geographic Location: Harriston
- Telegram to George Foster and Sons from Thomas McCosh
George Foster and Sons was a Wholesale Grocery business initially located at 143 Colborne Street before relocating to a larger building at 251 Colborne Street on the historic South Side of Brantford. George Foster and Sons was a Wholesale Grocery business initially located at 143 Colborne Street before relocating to a larger building at 251 Colborne Street on the historic South Side … - Letter to George Foster and Sons from Thomas McCosh
George Foster and Sons was a Wholesale Grocery business initially located at 143 Colborne Street before relocating to a larger building at 251 Colborne Street on the historic South Side of Brantford. George Foster and Sons was a Wholesale Grocery business initially located at 143 Colborne Street before relocating to a larger building at 251 Colborne Street on the historic South Side … - Letter to George Foster and Sons from Thomas McCosh
George Foster and Sons was a Wholesale Grocery business initially located at 143 Colborne Street before relocating to a larger building at 251 Colborne Street on the historic South Side of Brantford. George Foster and Sons was a Wholesale Grocery business initially located at 143 Colborne Street before relocating to a larger building at 251 Colborne Street on the historic South Side … - Disking a Field, Paris, ON
The photo was taken on the farm of W.A. McCormick. IHC catalogue number: 2745. Alternate view taken, but not scanned. IHC catalogue number: 2744. The photo was taken on the farm of W.A. McCormick. IHC catalogue number: 2745. Alternate view taken, but not scanned. IHC catalogue number: 2744.McLaughlin Library ASC: Agricultural, Rural, & Scottish Images - Letter From Hiram Capron to his Son-in-Law, J.A. Brown, Concerning Debt
This stern 1871 letter from Hiram Capron demands from his son-in-law J.A. Brown the $200 he is owed, and proposes several ways that money can be repaid while telling him he “must study economy.” He also provides advice to Mr. Brown on raising his children so they can “make men … This stern 1871 letter from Hiram Capron demands from his son-in-law J.A. Brown the $200 he is owed, and proposes several ways that money can be repaid while telling him … - Letter From Hiram Capron concerning Land Sales
In this 1864 letter, Hiram Capron discusses the possibility of selling some or all of his Toronto property. Beset by heavy debts and taxes, and unable to sell his Paris properties at reasonable prices, he felt that his Toronto properties would be able to cover some of these debts. He … In this 1864 letter, Hiram Capron discusses the possibility of selling some or all of his Toronto property. Beset by heavy debts and taxes, and unable to sell his Paris … - Assessment of Capron Estate, 1870
This 1870 assessment of Hiram Capron’s lands lists all of the land he owned at that time, by location, and the dollar value of each lot. This assessment may be a copy of the tax assessment referred to in a letter contained in 1999.0405.01, also included in this collection. A … This 1870 assessment of Hiram Capron’s lands lists all of the land he owned at that time, by location, and the dollar value of each lot. This assessment may be … - Death of Hiram Capron, Esq.
Hiram Capron died in 1872; his son died in 1875. The articles contained here appear to come from both years. The article about Napoleon III makes reference to his will, which dates it and the other articles from the same newspaper as having been written in 1873 or later. The … Hiram Capron died in 1872; his son died in 1875. The articles contained here appear to come from both years. The article about Napoleon III makes reference to his will, … - Land agreement with Great Western Railroad Company
This agreement documents Capron's sale of a strip of land to allow the Great Western Railroad Company to run a track on his property. He additionally sold a plot to allow for the construction of a depot, and agreed to construct a wooden fence along the length of this track. … This agreement documents Capron's sale of a strip of land to allow the Great Western Railroad Company to run a track on his property. He additionally sold a plot to … - Auction Booklet for Sale of Hiram Capron’s Estate
The decree leading to this auction was made in January, 1878, and the booklet may have been prepared then. The auction took place on April 23rd, 1878, while Jones’s handwriting marks his copy as having being filed in May, 1878. The decree leading to this auction was made in January, 1878, and the booklet may have been prepared then. The auction took place on April 23rd, 1878, while Jones’s handwriting … - Letter Inviting James Bruce, 8th Earl of Elgin to Visit Paris
While the letter is not directly dated, Elgin was Governor General of Canada from 1847 to 1854. Because the letter references that title, it appears that it was written sometime during this period. Because these three men representing Paris were first elected councilors in 1850, it was likely written after … While the letter is not directly dated, Elgin was Governor General of Canada from 1847 to 1854. Because the letter references that title, it appears that it was written sometime … - Draft Telegraph Announcing Mary De Long Capron’s Death
This draft telegram from Hiram Capron to a friend announces the death of his wife the month before, and the circumstances of her death. This telegram is referenced on page 35 of At the Forks of the Grand, Volume I. This draft telegram from Hiram Capron to a friend announces the death of his wife the month before, and the circumstances of her death. This telegram is referenced on page … - Timeline of Hiram Capron’s Life, 1864
Description: This short memorandum contains a brief timeline of Hiram Capron’s life to the time it was written. Capron was then 64 years old. He notes several setbacks in his affairs, and that his current financial situation is poor. It is written on the back of an insurance slip belonging … Description: This short memorandum contains a brief timeline of Hiram Capron’s life to the time it was written. Capron was then 64 years old. He notes several setbacks in his … - Hiram Capron Ledger Excerpt
Most of the writing on these pages is in the same pen and may have been done at once; the latest date with this pen is 1860. Some later entries, which go as late as 1864, have been written using a different instrument and may have been later updates to … Most of the writing on these pages is in the same pen and may have been done at once; the latest date with this pen is 1860. Some later entries, … - Letter From Hiram Capron Protesting the Lack of a Wagon Road
In this 1870 letter from Hiram Capron to the mayor and Corporation of Paris, he states that he has given to the tax assessor an account of his lands, but that he will neither pay taxes nor allow any of his tenants to pay taxes on these lands until a … In this 1870 letter from Hiram Capron to the mayor and Corporation of Paris, he states that he has given to the tax assessor an account of his lands, but … - Land Indenture Between Hiram Capron and William Dickson
Though the contract is dated 1841, Racey's signature is dated July 26th, 1841. Though the contract is dated 1841, Racey's signature is dated July 26th, 1841.County of Brant Public Library - Hiram Capron Day Book Letter H (Account Book, 1833-1841)
There are numerous errors and inconsistencies in the page numbering, which have been maintained in this online edition. There are numerous errors and inconsistencies in the page numbering, which have been maintained in this online edition. - Workers outside Gypsum (Plaster) Mine near Green Lane, Paris
This 19th century photograph shows several workers at one of the gypsum (plaster of Paris) near Green Lane in Paris, Ontario. They have with them a horse-cart for transporting the gypsum. This land was at one time owned by Hiram Capron. This 19th century photograph shows several workers at one of the gypsum (plaster of Paris) near Green Lane in Paris, Ontario. They have with them a horse-cart for transporting the … - Postcard of Paris Tourist Camp, c. 1926
This postcard depicts an early camping grounds in Paris, circa 1926. These types of tourist grounds became popular with the growth in ownership of the car; a period car is visible in the postcard along with the tents. A farm silo can be seen in the background. This image was … This postcard depicts an early camping grounds in Paris, circa 1926. These types of tourist grounds became popular with the growth in ownership of the car; a period car is … - Paris Crowd Awaiting Arrival of Duke and Duchess of Kent, October 13, 1901
This photograph depicts an enthusiastic crowd waiting for the train of the Duke and Duchess of Kent (later King George V and Queen Mary) on October 15, 1901. The section of tracks here is at the Paris Junction which was by Market Street. This image was printed on the thirty-fifth … This photograph depicts an enthusiastic crowd waiting for the train of the Duke and Duchess of Kent (later King George V and Queen Mary) on October 15, 1901. The section …
