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Contributors: Trafalgar Township Historical Society- Media Types: Texts
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- Family line of William & Harriet Asby Peacock
The Merton area (Lots 26-35 2SDS Trafalgar) was settled as early as 1810. the first settlers were David Utter, Joseph Smith, William Bates, Cornelius Tipps and Henry Cale. The community adopted the name "Merton" when the post office opened in 1852. The name was likely chosen to commemorate the battle … The Merton area (Lots 26-35 2SDS Trafalgar) was settled as early as 1810. the first settlers were David Utter, Joseph Smith, William Bates, Cornelius Tipps and Henry Cale. The community …Trafalgar Township Historical Society - Obituary for Eckhardt Wettlaufer
OBITUARY Eckert Wettlaufer Rev. Arthur Page, minister of Palermo United Church, assisted by Rev. W.T. Delve of Jordan, a former minister and a friend of the deceased, officiated on Saturday at the funeral of Eckert Wettlaufer, long-time Palermo resident, who died at his farm home last Thursday morning. Service was … OBITUARY Eckert Wettlaufer Rev. Arthur Page, minister of Palermo United Church, assisted by Rev. W.T. Delve of Jordan, a former minister and a friend of the deceased, officiated on Saturday …Trafalgar Township Historical Society - Notice of the death of Mrs. W.G. Giles.
Newspaper notice of the death of Mrs. W.G. Giles. Newspaper notice of the death of Mrs. W.G. Giles.Trafalgar Township Historical Society - Death of Mrs. Giles
The Merton area (Lots 26-35 2SDS Trafalgar) was settled as early as 1810. The first settlers were David Utter, Joseph Smith, William Bates, Cornelius Tipps and Henry Cale. The community adopted the name "Merton" when the post office opened in 1852. The name was likely chosen to commemorate the battle … The Merton area (Lots 26-35 2SDS Trafalgar) was settled as early as 1810. The first settlers were David Utter, Joseph Smith, William Bates, Cornelius Tipps and Henry Cale. The community …Trafalgar Township Historical Society - Obituary for George Wettlaufer
George Wettlaufer Dead Palermo, Nov. 16-(Special)- George Wettlaufer, a resident of this district for 30 years, died at his home in his 82nd year, after over a year's illness, during which period he was practically helpless. Born at New Hamburg, Perth County, Mr. Wettlaufer kept a General Store at Hawkesville, … George Wettlaufer Dead Palermo, Nov. 16-(Special)- George Wettlaufer, a resident of this district for 30 years, died at his home in his 82nd year, after over a year's illness, during …Trafalgar Township Historical Society - Palermo and District Farmers' Club Elections
Article from The Star summarizing the election of officers for the Palermo and District Farmers' Club. Article from The Star summarizing the election of officers for the Palermo and District Farmers' Club.Trafalgar Township Historical Society - Mystery Shrouds Search for Man
A short newspaper clipping describing the disappearance and continued search of J.L. Breckon A short newspaper clipping describing the disappearance and continued search of J.L. BreckonTrafalgar Township Historical Society - Scour Each Inch of Bush at Kap for Missing Man
A newspaper clipping discussing the events that led up to the disappearance of J.L. Breckon and the continued search efforts. Breckon went missing on June 24, 1950 in the bush outside Kapuskasing, his home town. A newspaper clipping discussing the events that led up to the disappearance of J.L. Breckon and the continued search efforts. Breckon went missing on June 24, 1950 in the bush …Trafalgar Township Historical Society - "Ab has vivid memories of Oakville’s past" written by Wilma Blokhuis, Oakville Beaver, September 17, 1975
This article has photographs of Whitaker's Garage which was at Dundas and Trafalgar Roads. An October 1960 "Trafalgar Day Special" insert in the local newspaper, Trafalgar Journal - The Home Newspaper of Oakville and Trafalgar, has an article on area carriage works and garages. The Trafalgar Township Historical Association has … This article has photographs of Whitaker's Garage which was at Dundas and Trafalgar Roads. An October 1960 "Trafalgar Day Special" insert in the local newspaper, Trafalgar Journal - The Home …Trafalgar Township Historical Society - Caption for "Newspaper Article- Albert Hughes"
... ...Trafalgar Township Historical Society - Women's Auxilliary Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Volunteer Firefighters #2 Station, Eighth Line (1939-1964).
Photo caption: “Oakville’s volunteer brigade were hosted by the women’s auxiliary at its 25th anniversary. Mrs. Dora Wright (left) holds one end of the cake as fireman Bill Cook, District Chief George Wright, and District Deputy Chief Eldon Perkins prepare to cut it with an axe. Mrs. Jessie Perkins supports … Photo caption: “Oakville’s volunteer brigade were hosted by the women’s auxiliary at its 25th anniversary. Mrs. Dora Wright (left) holds one end of the cake as fireman Bill Cook, District …Trafalgar Township Historical Society - Oakville Recreation Commission, Henderson Base Line Park Day Camp Staff
Photographs in the collection are courtesy of Janet (Lees) Timbrell and Ross Wark, camp leaders 1957-1959. This is one of a series of photographs and memories of working as a leader at one of the Oakville Recreation Commission summer day camps in the late 1950's. To see all the records, … Photographs in the collection are courtesy of Janet (Lees) Timbrell and Ross Wark, camp leaders 1957-1959. This is one of a series of photographs and memories of working as a …Trafalgar Township Historical Society - Palermo Telephone System
Mrs. G.S. Wood was wife of Stanley Wood who had owned and run the Palermo general store. (After Stanley's death, Mac and Myrtle McGill took it over.) Mrs. G.S. Wood was wife of Stanley Wood who had owned and run the Palermo general store. (After Stanley's death, Mac and Myrtle McGill took it over.)Trafalgar Township Historical Society - Centralia Aerobats to perform at Air Show
Four pilots from the RCAF base at Centralia will perform formation aerobatics today at the national air show starting at 2 pm over the CNE waterfront. They will take their Harvard trainers through a series of gyrations carefully rehearsed weeks in advance of the show. Studying their plans are flying … Four pilots from the RCAF base at Centralia will perform formation aerobatics today at the national air show starting at 2 pm over the CNE waterfront. They will take their …Trafalgar Township Historical Society - J.L. Breckon Missing
A small clipping from the Hamilton Spectator describing J.L. Breckon as a missing persons. A small clipping from the Hamilton Spectator describing J.L. Breckon as a missing persons.Trafalgar Township Historical Society - Plumber, Tinsmith at Hardware Store
A short history of the Oakville hardware store started by James N. McGregor A short history of the Oakville hardware store started by James N. McGregorTrafalgar Township Historical Society - This is the way Oakville looked more than 45 years ago
A train, on its way to the Canadian National Exhibition and the Chicago World’s Fair, stopped in front of Oakville Motors, owned by A.J. Gurry for a promotional picture. A train, on its way to the Canadian National Exhibition and the Chicago World’s Fair, stopped in front of Oakville Motors, owned by A.J. Gurry for a promotional picture.Trafalgar Township Historical Society - Newspaper Clipping re the 1921 Deaths of Michael Lafey and James William Biggar
The newspaper clipping has reversed the given names of James William Biggar. His grave headstone is inscribed, James William Bigger. The newspaper clipping has reversed the given names of James William Biggar. His grave headstone is inscribed, James William Bigger.Trafalgar Township Historical Society - S.S. #7 Honor Roll For Aiding War Victim's Fund
Miss Gladys McCleary was a long-time teacher at McCurdy's Corners School, Ninth Line and Derry Roads which was S.S.#8. She became a school inspector and later a trustee. Halton County has honoured her work by naming a school after her. Please see the link provided here. S.S. #7 was the … Miss Gladys McCleary was a long-time teacher at McCurdy's Corners School, Ninth Line and Derry Roads which was S.S.#8. She became a school inspector and later a trustee. Halton County …Trafalgar Township Historical Society - Palermo United Church, Junior Choir
Mrs. Darlington was the organist and choir director for 40 years. Mrs. G.S. Wood was wife of Stanley Wood who had owned and run the Palermo general store. (After Stanley's death, Mac and Myrtle McGill took it over.) The Wood family farm was just east of the intersection of Bronte … Mrs. Darlington was the organist and choir director for 40 years. Mrs. G.S. Wood was wife of Stanley Wood who had owned and run the Palermo general store. (After Stanley's …Trafalgar Township Historical Society
