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"On May 27th, 1857, the Town of Bradford was incorporated. Next Sunday, May 27th, Bradford will launch a year of Sesquicentennial celebrations, with a Re-enactment, Proclamation and Sesquicentennial Flag-raising, 3 p.m. outside the Bradford West Gwillimbury Council Chambers on Holland St. East.
There will be a proclamation by the Mayor, greetings from the County, Province and Federal government - and a brief (and humorous) re-enactment of the incorporation, by the award-winning Bradford District High School Drama Club.
Then watch as the flag is raised, and enjoy a slice of Sesquicentennial cake.
Organizers are looking for participants for a Sesquicentennial Parade to take place at 3 p.m. on August 19th, following the same route as the Santa Claus Parade. The theme: 'Bradford Through the Ages'.
Anyone with antique farm equipment, classic or antique cars; representatives of Minor League sports, and hockey alumni of Bradford's historic teams (The Blues, Vasey Jrs., etc); choirs and bands - in fact, any community group, business or organization is invited to participate in this historic event.
The Town is looking for nominations for Parade Marshal; residents can nominate anyone for the honorary position. There will also be a contest for Junior Marshal."

"Last Sunday, May 27th, the town of Bradford launched 14 months of celebration, marking the 150th year since its incorporation.
In fact, the "actual receiving of Royal Assent incorporating the village of Bradford... was done on May 27th, 1857 by Queen Victoria," said Bradford Sesquicentennial Committee Chair Del Crake, "ten years prior to Confederation." ..."

Event Date : Tuesday, February 04, 1997
Event Type : Death

Description : At Bradford Place. Of the Holland Marsh. Husband of the late Helen (Bugra). Father of Helen and her husband Peter Popijal of Agincourt, and Dorothy Cilipka of Bradford. Brother of John Cilipka of the Czech Republic. Grandfather of Diane Sherman of Clearwater, Florida, Vicky Al Joundi of Etobicoke and Andrew Popijal of Agincourt. Visitation and funeral service at the Lathangue & Skwarchuk Funeral Home, Bradford. Interment at York Cemetery, Willowdale.

October 12, 1991
Marriage
Steve and Kelly Varga and Butch (Walter) and Muriel Reynolds are pleased to announce the marriage of their children, Lorrie Varga and Brad Reynolds which took place on October 12, 1991.

January 1, 1992
New Years baby for Bradford (birth)
Elisabeth Gomes, 28, of Bradford was the proud mother of the first baby born at York County Hosptial in 1992. Baby Amanda was born at 7:11 p.m. on January 1st, weighing in at 7 lbs 5 oz.
A first child for Elisabeth and husband Carlos, Amanda was 13 days early, but just in time to be number 1. She was presented with a silver cup by the Hospital, as part of their 70th anniversary celebrations.
York County Hospital had planned to present special commemorative cups to the first ten babies born on January 1st, but were foiled by the lack of a baby boom. Only two infants were born on New Years' Day.
The second was a baby girl, born at 8:56 p.m. to Allison Leve of Schomberg.

January 1, 1992
Death
BRELAND, Brett Edward. After lengthy illness on Wednesday, January 1, 1992, Brett Breland in his 7th year. Beloved son of Ted and Lori. Dear brother of Jaime. Dear Grandson of Carol Kay and Al Breland, Carol and Carl Harvey. Friends called at the Lathangue and Skwarchuk Funeral Home, 30 Simcoe St. Bradford. Private family service was held in the chapel Saturday January 4, 1992 followed by cremation. Donations to the Sick Children's Hospital, Toronto would be appreciated.

February 11, 1992
Birth
GODDARD
Phil and Elaine (nee Kennedy) lovingly announce the birth of their fourth child, Graham Thomas at 6:39 p.m. on Tuesday, February 11th, 1992, weighing in at 10 lbs! Another brother for Justin, Curtis and Devin. A 7th grandson for John and Mary Kennedy, of Allison, a 4th grandson for Don and Marlene Goddard, of Toronto. Special thanks one last time to Dr. Judy Kalyniuk and the maternity staff at York County Hospital, Newmarket.

May 12, 1992
Birth
KASKO - Douglas and Glenda (Melbourne/Sage) are thrilled to announce the arrival of their "Little Man" Gavin Douglas, born Tuesday May 12, 1992 at 6:03 p.m., 6 lbs. 14 oz. A wonderful graduation gift for Dad. Many thanks to Drs. Jackson, Kennedy and Stevens, Elaine and staff in L & D and the nursery and maternity staff at York County Hospital. You're Terrific!! Thank you to Dr. Rajan for getting us on the right track! A Big Thank You to all our family and friends for their support, gifts and cards.

July 21, 1992
Death
REID, Frances Rose suddenly at her residence on Tuesday July 21, 1992, Frances Kachura of Bradford in her 68th year. Beloved wife of the late William White Reid. Loving mother of Walter. Dear daughter of Elaina and the late Michael Kachura. Dear sister of Mary (Mrs. Ronald McAinsh) of Ottawa and Michael of Ottawa. Friends called at Lathangue and Skwarchuk Funeral Homes, 30 Simcoe St. Bradford. Funer MAss was held at Holy Martyrs of Japan Church, Bradford on Friday July 24th, 1992 at 10 a.m. Interment at Notre Dame Cemetery, Ottawa. Donations to the York County Hospital Cardiac Care Unit.

December 19, 1992
Marriage
On Saturday, December 19, 1992 Michelle Lee Douglas, daughter of Tony and Anne Douglas of Schomberg, Ontario was married to Brian Norman Mills, son of Norman and Beverely [sic] Mills of Gilford, ON at Churchill United Church.
The happy couple were married by Rev. Cliff Pendlebury in an old-fashioned Christmas setting complete with carolers and candelight. The attendants carried Christmas bouquets of red, white and green. The reception was held at the Barrie Civitan Centre followed by a honeymoon in the Dominican Republic.