Parte de Local History Collection
Barn on the (Roy, Orville) Hughes farm, the south half of Lot 1, Concession 2. The Hughes' farm shows two styles of barns. The early shed roof on the left and then the hip roof on the right barn (added in 1937).
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Parte de Local History Collection
"The story of Ansnorveld began in 1928, when Peter Rol and his family arrived in Bradford from Holland. An experienced farmer, Rol was soon working on the land here, also. He learned to speak English by attending services in the Presbyterian church, and he learned to read English by reading comic strips. The language problem being resolved, the industrious family had, by 1930, opened up its own market where the Rol produce was sold. ..."
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Parte de Oral History Collection
Audio and summary of Mike Asselin's second interview on May 2, 1974. He is interviewed by Jack Coleman and Peter Moran. The interview discusses his upbringing, specifically working with his father as a young man. See the Related Descriptions below for links to audio and summary.
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Asselin, Mike Interview Two Audio
Parte de Oral History Collection
Audio of Mike Asselin's second interview on May 2, 1974. He is interviewed by Jack Coleman and Peter Moran. The interview discusses his upbringing, specifically working with his father as a young man. See the Related Descriptions below for the summary.
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Parte de Oral History Collection
Audio and summary of an interview with Renee DeWilde on February 28, 1972. The interviewer is unnamed. The interview discusses Renee DeWilde's involvement in the early tobacco industry in Simcoe County. See the Related Descriptions below for links to audio and summary.
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Parte de Oral History Collection
Summary of an interview with Renee DeWilde on February 28, 1972. The interviewer is unnamed. The interview discusses Renee DeWilde's involvement in the early tobacco industry in Simcoe County. See the Related Descriptions below for audio.
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Parte de Oral History Collection
Audio and summary of an interview with Dave Bateman on July 21, 1996. He is interviewed by George Jackson. Ed Jones is also present. Eldon talks about marsh hay harvesting in the 1920s and 1930s. He later talks about his farm in the 1940s baling hay and selling ropes. See the Related Descriptions below for links to audio and summary.
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Parte de Oral History Collection
An interview with Mr. and Mrs. John West, discussing harvesting onions, potatoes and carrots, with mentions on the harvesting machines that were used in farming such vegetables.
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Parte de WEGWHIST Collection
Leon Radder with bunches of carrots ready for washing.
Parte de Local History Collection
"Celebrate our farming heritage at Carrot Fest.
It looks like warm weather will shine down on the 17th annual BWG Carrot Fest in Bradford West Gwillimbury, set to occupy the town's downtown core for a weekend of fun." ...
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