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
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 John Fennell on May 7, 2002. He is interviewed by George Jackson. They drive around identifying the land owners, churches, businesses, landmarks, and natural features which were present in the early 1900s. John gives many anecdotal details about community members living in the area (Newton Robinson and West Gwillimbury). John briefly discusses his family history. See the Related Descriptions below for links to audio and summary.
Due to length, the audio is split into three parts (see related descriptions below for links).
Audio and 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 links to audio and summary.