The structure located at 21 Holland St. West is part of what is known as the Evans Block. The building was raised and Len Saint added a cellar and a foundation. The work was done by Mac Campbell and his team of carpenters. T.W.W. Evans had the building constructed to house his law practice. The upstairs was also used for years by Dr. Ellis, a dentist. The upper floor even served as Bradford Library in the 1930s, run by Mrs. Day. At one time, the offices of Tupling Insurance were also located in this building. In 1957 a fire destroyed several buildings to the east, but this structure was spared. (1, 2)
"Mayor Joe Magani presided for the brief program at the social evening given in Bradford Public Library on Tuesday, April 11, called to honour Miss Birdie Webb, who is retiring after twelve years as librarian. On behalf of the Library Board and the town, Mr. R. Colangelo presented Miss Webb with a wrist watch, in appreciation of her fine service. Miss Webb expressed her thanks for this tribute. Simcoe County library was represented by Mrs. Cadogan of Barrie. Mrs. William Melbourne will carry on the duties of librarian here."
Photograph of a cheque presentation by Sandy Harkes of Trans Canada Pipelines to Anne Wagg, fundraising chairperson for $500 to go towards building the new library.
Photograph of a cheque presentation during fundraising for a new library at 100 Holland Court.
From Left: Lorraine Tompkins (Chariperson of the Library Board), Peter Mizzoni (President of Bradford Rotary Club), Anne Wagg (Chairperson of Library Committee), Dennis Roughley (Town Councillor)
Photograph from a job site meeting about the building of the Bradford Public Library. That library finished construction in 1988. The photo shows Bob & Kevin Gallagher of Gallagher Construction.
Photograph from a job site meeting about the building of the Bradford Public Library. That library finished construction in 1988. The photo shows Bob of Gallagher Construction and Bob McIntyre of Lett/Smith.
Photograph of the ground breaking ceremony in October of 1987 for the Bradford Public Library. That library finished construction in 1988. Then mayor William de Peuter is holding the microphone while addressing the audience.
Photograph of staff & volunteers at ground breaking ceremony in October of 1987 for the Bradford Public Library. That library finished construction in 1988. Left to Right: Nellie Dewhurst (library volunteer), Flora Nydam (library staff), Anita Sikma (library staff), Marilyn Reynolds (library staff), Mrs. Charlotte Michna (patron of the library)
Photograph of celebrations for the opening of a meeting room at the Bradford Public Library, when the library was on John Street in Bradford. Left to right: Ken Wood ( Mayor's representative), Eleanor Sherbo (library board member), Helen Jackson (library board member)
