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Large Wesleyan Methodist Bible, printed in 1857, bound in a black embossed leather cover. A handwritten inscription inside reads "Presented by John Lancaster to the trustees of the Wesleyan Methodist Congregation Bradford on the occasion of the opening of their new Church" dated "Bradford January 18--" (corner is torn off). Inside is an insert noting an announcement from M. Rutherford and containing information on the Provincial Sunday School Convention. Another insert appears to be a handwritten programme of service. Some pencil markings inside, including Psalm 80:13 written in at the end of the Old Testament. Revelations is missing.

This was the Bible presented to the Wesleyan Methodist Church of Bradford (later the Bradford United Church) by local preacher John Lancaster at the opening and dedication of the Church on January 15, 1865.

Copy of the Book of Psalms, containing a handwritten inscription written in pen at the front, reading: "Choir, Bradford Methodist Church." The book's cover is made of paper and cloth, with the title pressed into the front cover.

A typewritten document, possibly for a speech, written and signed by Margaret Irene (Brown) Turner for the dedication of the memorial stained glass window in the Bradford United Church in honour of Clarence Edgar Brown, who was a member of the Church congregation and choir. The document includes some information on both Clarence Edgar Brown and the creation of the window.

Copy of a typewritten list of events related to the history of the Bradford United Church from 1872-1898, titled "HIGH-LIGHTS OF THE FOLLOWING YEARS."

Typed speech given by Margaret Irene Turner for Sunday Service at the Bradford United Church on June 25, 1995, including mentions of her family's involvement with the Methodist Church at Mount Pleasant and a story about "Caroline's quilt." Includes an attached handwritten "sequel" written and signed by Margaret Irene Turner, expanding on the story of the quilt.

Black and white photocopy of the Bradford United Church Deed dated 1870. The deed transfers ownership of part of the south half of Lot 15, Concession 7 from Robert Parker and Sarah Parker to the Trustees of the Bradford Congregation of the Wesleyan Methodist Church. Arrived with a handwritten sticky note from Bob Evans identifying it, dated May 29 2015.

Newspaper clipping cut out from the January 28, 1987 issue of The Bradford Weekly. The clipping contains two photographs of the 25th anniversary celebration of the United Church Women (UCW) group, with caption included. The caption identifies the subject of one of the photos as Ruth Langford. The second picture is a posed photo of the UCW group.

Newspaper article cut out from page 19 of the June 6, 1984 issue of The Witness about the Bradford United Church leading up to its 150th anniversary. Includes details about the May 15 meeting at the Church and upcoming planned activities. Some handwriting is written on the clipping in blue pen.

Typed annual report for the Bradford United Church for the year 1977. Includes handwritten edits on the first page.

Typed annual report for the Bradford United Church for the year 1976.