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Transcript of Vaaletta Sturgeon's interview.

Contains an index of titles in the George & Helen Jackson Heritage Room based on genealogical resources specific to Simcoe County, including specific sources on Tottenham, New Tecumseth, Alliston, and Oro Medonte. We also have a large section on Barrie and Innisfil history within the collection.

Transcript of the interview with Joe Saint, by Miriam Swan.

Transcript of George Jackson's interview and review of the Notes on Bradford Homes booklet for Moore Street, with Joe Saint.

Transcript of Joe Saint's family history talk.

Municipality :
Community : Bradford
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Description : Mentions a visit from Sam McKuen, who is married to Clara Miller of West Gwillimbury, which lead to great reminiscing. He talks about Edwin Kneeshaw and Edwin's marriage to Clara Steele and talks about the Kneeshaw family as a whole. This brings him to the topic of Steele's Corner. He remembers the Steeles, the Tindalls, and Mrs. Dr. Stevenson and expresses his sadness concerning the closure of the Hipwell General Store in Bond Head.

Municipality :
Community : West Gwillimbury
Lot :
Concession :
Description : Age: 83rd year.
Born in County of Cavan, Ireland.
Came to Canada in 1846.
Married to Susan Fennell, daughter of the late Joseph Fennell, Esq., with whom he had a large family, five of which survive. The oldest son is the Reeve of West Gwillimbury.
His second wife was Maria Thompson, of Tecumseth, with whom he had a son and daughter, who still live at home with their mother and Miss Jennie Wood.
Recently his son, Joseph, and son-in-law, William Morton, also passed away.
Additional article appeared in the January 12th edition.

Municipality :
Community : Bradford
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Concession :
Description : Born in West Gwillimbury on January 26, 1831, to Mr. & Mrs. John Faris.
Was one of ten children, and only four remain: Robert, James, and Mrs. Alex. Sutherland, of Tecumseth, and Mrs. James Bowles, of West Gwillimbury.
Married Susannah Goodfellow, daughter of the late John Goodfellow, in 1856, and they lived on Maple Farm, Scotch Settlement.
Father of six children, of whom five remain: John, Peter, Will (who just married B. Strong and occupies the homestead), Miss Kate, and Mrs. John Sinclair.
Had just moved to Bradford to retire.
Treasurer of West Gwillimbury.

Municipality :
Community : Bradford
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Concession :
Description : Born in Brock, Ontario, in 1837, the oldest son of seven children.
Came to Bradford in 1854 as an apprentice for Thomas Wallace, harness-maker.
Went to America, but returned and partnered with Wilson Scott to buy out the shop of Mr. John Davidson, a partnership that lasted 49 years.
Married Anne Driffill on March 25, 1868.
Had seven children, four of whom are still living: Harvey, Charles, Victor, and Mrs. T.W.W. Evans.
In 1891, sold their business to Mr. E.P. Snow.
Was then appointed to the Clerkship of the Second Division Court, which he held until his death.
Was a member of the: Bench of Magistrates, High School Board, Public Library Board, and the Agricultural Society.
Was the Reeve of Bradford for nine years.
Died of pernicious anaemia.
Age: 66 years.
Interred in Mount Pleasant.

Municipality :
Community : Bradford
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Concession :
Description : Born in 1829 in Middleton to William Stoddart, who settled with his wife in Middleton in 1818.
In 1851, Wilson commenced clearing land to begin farming on a lot in Bradford.
Married Matilda Hastings in 1853.
Fathered five sons and two daughters.
Son Thomas died 12 years ago.
Wife died in 1894.
Survived by his children: W.W. Stoddart and Mrs. C.H. Wallace, Toronto; Frederick and Miss Maggie, at home; Bert (Burton), Bradford; and Beverly, West Gwillimbury.
Served on the Municipal Council, and on the High School Board.
Died at his residence, "Britania Farm", Bradford.
Age: 82nd year.
Interred in Mount Pleasant.