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Haldimand's History logo Haldimand's History logoCobourg Public Library - Hand-drawn copy of the Town Plan of the Bagot Street parcel of land
Hand-drawn copy of the Town Plan of the Bagot Street parcel of land circa 1913. Source: unknown Acquired: August 2003 Hand-drawn copy of the Town Plan of the Bagot Street parcel of land circa 1913. Source: unknown Acquired: August 2003Cobourg 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - Albion Hotel
Originally 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 Street Originally 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 - Victoria Hall
Victoria Hall was started in 1856 and completed in 1860. It was designed by Kivas Tully of Toronto. It was officially opened by the Prince of Wales on September 7th, 1860. In the 1960s Lenah Fisher began tireless efforts to restore Victoria Hall which began in earnest in the 1980s … Victoria Hall was started in 1856 and completed in 1860. It was designed by Kivas Tully of Toronto. It was officially opened by the Prince of Wales on September 7th, …Cobourg Public Library - Marie Dressler House
Marie Dressler was born in 1873. Her father Charles von Koerber was organist at St. Peter's Church and introduced Leila to the town's dramatic, musical and theatrical activites. During her professional career she starred in many movies throught the USA and Canada. Marie Dressler was born in 1873. Her father Charles von Koerber was organist at St. Peter's Church and introduced Leila to the town's dramatic, musical and theatrical activites. During her …Cobourg Public Library - Gore's Landing
John David Kelly (1862-1958) was born in Gore's Landing and was to become an artist of international renown. In 1870 his father moved back to the original homestead midway between Roseneath and Dartford. John was enrolled at the Ontario School of Art and on his graduation in 1881 received the … John David Kelly (1862-1958) was born in Gore's Landing and was to become an artist of international renown. In 1870 his father moved back to the original homestead midway between …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 - 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 - Floral Arrangement
A 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 - 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 - 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 - Cover of historical booklet on the King murder case
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, 1959 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
