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Audio and summary of George Jackson presenting notes, research and information on the early settlers of West Gwillimbury, specifically focusing on land ownership. See the Related Descriptions below for links to audio and summary.

Audio and summary of an interview with Charlie & Brock Evans on January 10, 1991. They are interviewed by George Jackson. Anne Coffey, Joe Saint, Louise Evans and June Chambers are also present at the interview. They discuss their childhood in the area, their family/families and lives. See the Related Descriptions below for links to audio and summary.

Due to length, the audio is split into two parts (see related descriptions below for links).

Audio and summary of an interview with Herbie Hughes in 1994 . The interviewer is Irene Moriarty. Anne Coffey and Joe Saint are also present. Herbie discusses his memories of the area, including from his childhood and from being a local politician. See the Related Descriptions below for links to audio and summary.

Audio and summary of an interview with Edgar Kneeshaw on an unknown date. Edgar Kneeshaw is speaking to his son Keith with George Jackson also present. Edgar identifies the people who owned property in the early 1900s. As he geographically makes his way through the hamlets of West Gwillimbury he also comments on what the region looked like, noting businesses, shops, and other landmarks that were in the area. See the Related Descriptions below for links to audio and summary.

Contains items relating to the Early Settlement of Bradford and West Gwillimbury. Headings include: Early Settlers General 1 of 3 Early Settlers General 2 of 3 Early Settlers General 3 of 3 Early Maps of Township
*East Gwillimbury & King Township

Contains various newspaper articles relating to Bradford West Gwillimbury's history, prominent citizens, and developments.

This collection of newspaper articles is based on the Office Window column from the Bradford Witness & South Simcoe Times. This column covers a variety of topics, from daily events to local history tidbits. They also give insight into the content of the newspapers, great for further research.
Currently, editions from the year 1964 are digitized.

Scrapbook of Bradford Witness and Bradford Topic articles from 1976, compiled by George Jackson. Titled "1976 Scrapbook."

Scrapbook of Bradford Witness and Bradford Topic articles from 1975, compiled by George Jackson. Titled "Happenings 1975 Scrapbook."