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  • In tribute to "Mom"
    In tribute to "Mom"
    Image       In this 29 Jan 2003 Burford Times editorial, editor Bill Johnston commemorates friend and colleague Jean Sumison. Sumison was a friend of Bill and his wife Betty Johnston, and was a columnist for the Burford Times.
    Image     In this 29 Jan 2003 Burford Times editorial, editor Bill Johnston commemorates friend and colleague Jean Sumison. Sumison was a friend of Bill and his wife Betty Johnston, and was …
  • Community gathers to remember comrades
    Community gathers to remember comrades
    Image       This 8 Nov 1989 Burford Times article recounts a Remembrance Service at the Agricultural Hall in Burford. The service was attended by 125 veterans, and jointly conducted by Rev. Randy Mackenzie, Pastor Wally Stephenson, and Father David Carney. Edwin Morgan conducted the Burford District High School Band. A parade of …
    Image     This 8 Nov 1989 Burford Times article recounts a Remembrance Service at the Agricultural Hall in Burford. The service was attended by 125 veterans, and jointly conducted by Rev. Randy …
  • Burford and area is saddened by death of Private Bill Symons
    Burford and area is saddened by death of Private Bill Symons
    Image       This 5 August 19992 article describes the death of Cathcart man Bill Symons who was serving with United Nations peace keeping forces in Cambodia. Symons died at the age of 22 on 12 July 1992 while on leave in Bangkok, Thailand. Symons' funeral was held on 21 July 1992 and …
    Image     This 5 August 19992 article describes the death of Cathcart man Bill Symons who was serving with United Nations peace keeping forces in Cambodia. Symons died at the age of …
  • The Santa Claus Parade
    The Santa Claus Parade
    Image       This 13 December 2000 Burford Times article features six photos from the 2000 Santa Claus Parade in Burford and the Lion's Club logo.
    Image     This 13 December 2000 Burford Times article features six photos from the 2000 Santa Claus Parade in Burford and the Lion's Club logo.
  • Women become models for a day at local studio
    Women become models for a day at local studio
    Image       This 26 April 1994 Burford Times article describes how Cathie Brown's hair salon Headway Hairstyling is offering makeovers and photoshoots. Cathie Brown and her daughter Becky provide hairstyling. Wendy Kropf and Katherine Ionson of Goldlinx provide makeup. Photography were provided by Glamour Magic Portraits, a division of Angel Photographic Studios …
    Image     This 26 April 1994 Burford Times article describes how Cathie Brown's hair salon Headway Hairstyling is offering makeovers and photoshoots. Cathie Brown and her daughter Becky provide hairstyling. Wendy Kropf …
  • $5 million lawsuit launched against Burford Township
    $5 million lawsuit launched against Burford Township
    Image       This 8 March 1995 Burford Times article describes a lawsuit launched by the Mushroom Producers' Co-Operative against Burford Township due to zoning changes that affect the Co-Operatives property. Township clerk-administrator John Innes confirmed that the Co-Op is suing the township's planning consultant Howard Snodgrass.
    Image     This 8 March 1995 Burford Times article describes a lawsuit launched by the Mushroom Producers' Co-Operative against Burford Township due to zoning changes that affect the Co-Operatives property. Township clerk-administrator …
  • Burford Township Historical Society Strawberry Social
    Burford Township Historical Society Strawberry Social
    Image       This 28 June 1995 Burford Times article features nine photos and a brief description of the ninth annual Strawberry Social hosted by the Burford Township Historical Society. Performers at the event include: Harold, Troy, and Lindsay Neil Dan, Gail, and Emily Clement with Laura Burtis Abbey, Atkin, Heather, and Greg …
    Image     This 28 June 1995 Burford Times article features nine photos and a brief description of the ninth annual Strawberry Social hosted by the Burford Township Historical Society. Performers at the …
  • The Burford Times carries on a 100 year-old tradition
    The Burford Times carries on a 100 year-old tradition
    Image       This 16 August 1995 Burford Times article announces that Bill and Betty Johnston are the recipients of the Burford Township Economic Development Committee and Township Council's Business of the Month award. The article also gives a brief history of the paper and its role in the community.
    Image     This 16 August 1995 Burford Times article announces that Bill and Betty Johnston are the recipients of the Burford Township Economic Development Committee and Township Council's Business of the Month …
  • 100 quilts and still going strong
    100 quilts and still going strong
    Image       This 16 August 1995 Burford Times article describes the activities of a local quilting club, which had recently completed its 100th quilt.
    Image     This 16 August 1995 Burford Times article describes the activities of a local quilting club, which had recently completed its 100th quilt.
  • "Job Shadowing" at The Burford Times
    "Job Shadowing" at The Burford Times
    Image       This 17 April 1996 Burford Times article was written by high school student Laura Kloepfer about her experience job shadowing at the Burford Times.
    Image     This 17 April 1996 Burford Times article was written by high school student Laura Kloepfer about her experience job shadowing at the Burford Times.
  • Township reaches agreement with the Mushroom Co-Op
    Township reaches agreement with the Mushroom Co-Op
    Image       This 17 April 1996 Burford Times article describes a settlement between Burford Township and the Mushroom Producers' Co-Operative which requires the Co-Op to make some changes to their facilities in order to avoid the rezoning of their property. Residents are unhappy because the Co-Op gives off an unpleasant smell. Individuals …
    Image     This 17 April 1996 Burford Times article describes a settlement between Burford Township and the Mushroom Producers' Co-Operative which requires the Co-Op to make some changes to their facilities in …
  • Heavy rain combined with a quick thaw turns Maple Avenue South into a lake
    Heavy rain combined with a quick thaw turns Maple Avenue South into a lake
    Image       This 5 March 1997 Burford Times article discusses local flooding near Russell Wilson's farm despite improvements made to the drainage system. A photo features Dave Phillipo and Brad Bailey canoeing on Maple Avenue South.
    Image     This 5 March 1997 Burford Times article discusses local flooding near Russell Wilson's farm despite improvements made to the drainage system. A photo features Dave Phillipo and Brad Bailey canoeing …
  • Cathcart W.I. ladies celebrate 100 years of Women's Institute
    Cathcart W.I. ladies celebrate 100 years of Women's Institute
    Image       This 12 March 1997 Burford Times article describes an event celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Cathcart Women's Institute and invites readers to come out to the next W.I. meeting. Speakers at the event included President Sharon Fraser and Secretary Min Bierma.
    Image     This 12 March 1997 Burford Times article describes an event celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Cathcart Women's Institute and invites readers to come out to the next W.I. meeting. …
  • Burford Township Public Library is on "the net"
    Burford Township Public Library is on "the net"
    Image       This 16 July 1997 Burford Times article announces that the Burford Township Public Library now has internet access and thanks carious community members and groups for their assistance. G Wilson Machine Ltd donated computers to the library, Brant FreeNet donated internet services, Keith Hall and Sons Transport Lts donated trucks …
    Image     This 16 July 1997 Burford Times article announces that the Burford Township Public Library now has internet access and thanks carious community members and groups for their assistance. G Wilson …
  • Let the building begin!
    Let the building begin!
    Image       This 8 April 1998 Burford Times article announces that the Burford Agricultural Society has begun to rebuild the grandstand at the local fairgrounds, which had burned down a few months prior. Chairman of the Buildings and Grounds Committee Doug Smith operated an earth mover and Director of the Buildings and …
    Image     This 8 April 1998 Burford Times article announces that the Burford Agricultural Society has begun to rebuild the grandstand at the local fairgrounds, which had burned down a few months …
  • Seventy seven years of history goes up in smoke
    Seventy seven years of history goes up in smoke
    Image       This 8 April 1998 Burford Times article describes a fire which destroyed a historic grand stand and several items being stored beneath it after as a result of arson. Secretary-treasurer of the Fair Board Howard Snodgrass is quoted.
    Image     This 8 April 1998 Burford Times article describes a fire which destroyed a historic grand stand and several items being stored beneath it after as a result of arson. Secretary-treasurer …
  • The end of an era
    The end of an era
    Image       This 6 Jan 1999 Burford Times article announces the end of Burford Township as an independent municipality after it joined with other local townships to create the County of Brant. A photo features Town Crier Larry Davis, who is also quoted in the article. President of Burford Cathcart Harley Branch …
    Image     This 6 Jan 1999 Burford Times article announces the end of Burford Township as an independent municipality after it joined with other local townships to create the County of Brant. …
  • Bill Johnston: Trustee for Brant
    Bill Johnston: Trustee for Brant
    Image       This 11 Jan 2000 Burford Times advertisement outlines the platform for Bill Johnston's campaign for trustee for the Grand Erie District School Board.
    Image     This 11 Jan 2000 Burford Times advertisement outlines the platform for Bill Johnston's campaign for trustee for the Grand Erie District School Board.
  • We did it!
    We did it!
    Image       This 15 November 2000 Burford Times article announces that Bill Johnston was elected as trustee for the Grande Erie District School Board. Johnston ran against William Kelley and Frank Borghoff.
    Image     This 15 November 2000 Burford Times article announces that Bill Johnston was elected as trustee for the Grande Erie District School Board. Johnston ran against William Kelley and Frank Borghoff.
  • Burford House Party, circa 1900
    Burford House Party, circa 1900
    Image       This 7 March 2001 Burford Times article contains a photograph of people at a house party in Burford in 1908, submitted by Mel Robertson. People in the photo are: Lily Carter H Lester Miss Harley M Terryberry A Howey A Twiner Grace Jull Herb Jull Miss Terryberry Mr. Chant Norman …
    Image     This 7 March 2001 Burford Times article contains a photograph of people at a house party in Burford in 1908, submitted by Mel Robertson. People in the photo are: Lily …
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