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Looking Back Over the Century - Fire of 1871 and Holland Street businesses
Part of Local History Collection
The Bradford Witness decided to release a series of articles from local townspeople on the history of certain events in Bradford and West Gwillimbury's time. This week, the Fire of May 25, 1871, and the businesses which rebuilt on Holland Street after the fire, is the topic.
Bradford Witness
McKinstry, Mike & Dorothy Summary
Part of Oral History Collection
Summary of an interview with Mike and Dorothy McKinstry. The interviewer is not introduced, but it is believed to be Joe Saint. Mike and Dorothy discuss people who lived in the Holland Marsh and Bradford areas, histories of the houses, professions of the home owners, business owners in Bradford and anecdotal stories. See the Related Descriptions below for audio.
Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library
Mural restored for Bradford's Sesquicentennial
Part of WEGWHIST Collection
"Councillor Peter Dykie Jr. has been busy, helping to spruce up Bradford for the Sesquicentennial celebration this year. In particular, he has made it his project to raise the funds to restore the Town's murals, in time for the 150th Anniversary - starting with the historic mural on Holland St. Eact, painted by artist Bill Lewotchko to commemorate the 200th anniversary of Yonge St..."
Bradford West Gwillimbury Times
Part of Local History Collection
"It was a "soft" opening for the new Bradford West Gwillimbury Public LIbrary at 425 Holland Street West (beside Bradford District High School) when it first opened its doors on May 24 - but now it's time to celebrate. ..."
Bradford Times
Part of Local History Collection
Continuation of Grand Opening of BWG Public Library
Bradford Times
Old South Division station faces demolition
Part of Local History Collection
Article containing information on the demolition of the old South Division police station at 45 Holland Street East.
Bradford West Gwillimbury Times
Part of Local History Collection
"The new 42000 sq. ft. Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library at 425 Holland St. West opened its doors on May 24. ..."
Bradford Times
Part of Local History Collection
"The new 42000 sq. ft. Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library at 425 Holland St. West opened its doors on May 24. ..."
Bradford Times
P. Playter's Dry Goods and Grocery
Part of WEGWHIST Collection
Advertisement of P. Playter's import store.
South Simcoe Times
Photographs - Buildings & Streets
Part of Joe Saint fonds
Contains clippings and photographs of Bradford West Gwillimbury buildings and streets
Joe Saint