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Part of John Harrison Fonds
Postcard and letters from the Ontario Fire Marshal's Office regarding fire wastage in war time.
John Harrison
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Part of John Harrison Fonds
Postcard and letters from the Ontario Fire Marshal's Office regarding fire wastage in war time.
John Harrison
Part of John Harrison Fonds
Documents related to Government fish dealers for Bradford during World War One.
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John Harrison
Flt.-Sgt. Harold Wilson Reported Missing After Air Bombing Operations
Part of Local History Collection
"Mr. and Mrs. Daniel wilson, of Bond head, have been notified by Ottawa that their second son, Flt.-Sgt. Harold (Chub) Wilson, is missing after air operations over enemy territory. The entire crew of his craft failed to return and as yet there is no information regarding their fate, although authorities assure the parents that information is being sought through the Red Cross regarding them."
Bradford Witness
Flt.-Sgt. Ken. Patience Stated Missing Overseas
Part of Local History Collection
"Word has been received by his mother in Toronto that Flight Sgt. Kenneth Patience is missing after air operations. Sgt. Patience is the youngest son of Mrs. Patience and the late Wm. Patience, the latter a native of South Simcoe who died in Floral, sask., a number of years ago. After a husband and father's death the family came to Bradford and here Kenneth Patience first attended school." ...
Bradford Witness
Free Government From its Pledge
Part of Local History Collection
"Local Affirmative Vote One of Highest Percentages in Entire Province
The people of Canada have spoken. The Government of Canada is freed from any previous commitments to act in the best interests of Canada. By an overwhelming majority the people of Canada have risen above political party, race, creed, or any other loyalties, to put Canada and the Nation first and give wholehearted support to Canada's Government during this war which is a struggle for our very existence. Over two thirds of the people of Canada voted "Yes." Urban and rural Ontario rolled up a smashing affirmative vote, over 85% of the citizens casting affirmative ballots." ...
Bradford Witness
Freedom to Act, Symbol Of Democratic Gov't
Part of Local History Collection
"Hon. Earl Rowe Expresses Views at Shelburne Plebiscite Meeting
Over confidence has lost many a battle. The greatest danger that Monday's Plebiscite vote will not register a most emphatic "Yes" is possibly that so many appear absolutely confident that it will carry overwhelmingly. It is your responsibility to see that YOUR vote is cast." ...
Bradford Witness
Part of George Jackson fonds
"Many people may be curious why this huge ship's anchor was left stranded at Holland Landing. The anchor, a relic of the war of 1812, was forged in Chatham, England for a ship-of-war built at Penetang, then an upper lakes naval station. The anchor was being drawn by a sleigh to Penetang when the hauling party was overtaken by a courier with news that the war was over. The laborers unceremoniously dumped the anchor off the sled, where it remains in what is now Anchor Park, and returned to Toronto, or York as it was then known."
Dorothy Marks
Fuller, Bill Audio Interview One
Part of Oral History Collection
Audio of an interview with Bill Fuller in 1990. He is interviewed by Joe Saint. The interview largely discusses his childhood and memories. See the Related Descriptions below for the summary.
Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library Archives
Fuller, Bill Summary Interview One
Part of Oral History Collection
Summary of an interview with Bill Fuller in 1990. He is interviewed by Joe Saint. The interview largely discusses his childhood and memories. See the Related Descriptions below for the audio.
Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library Archives
Part of Local History Collection
Photograph of Jack Geddes, soldier in World War II who lost his life in battle. Jack was the son of George and Julia Ethel (Robinson) Geddes, born on May 13th, 1917 in Bradford, Ontario. . Jack worked as a Sub-Foreman for a Barrie construction company prior to marrying Mabel Elizabeth Copeland in May, 1940, and they had a daughter Gwendoline Elizabeth. He enlisted on November 27, 1942 specifically for the RCAF. Jack earned the rank of Sergeant in October of 1943 and was an Air Gunner for the RCAF. He and his flight crew did not return from their mission to Revigny, France. They were presumed dead until his body was found and registered through the Imperial War Graves Commission at Auger St Vincent Cemetery in Oise, France. He died July 19, 1944, and his wife received his Operational Wings recognition in honour of his service.
Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library