Digitized versions of old audio tapes, which include various interviews conducted with residents of Bradford West Gwillimbury. They are comprised of various interesting stories on everyday life in Bradford and surrounding areas over the past century.
Accompanying these recordings are written transcripts outlining each conversation in detail. Due to the age of the tapes, the sound quality of some may be a bit poor. These transcripts are provided to facilitate listening and complement the audio recording. All of these transcripts have been compiled into a book, which we have catalogued for anyone interested in reading them in a collected format.
Audio and summary of Fred Apperley's first interview on February 6, 1974. He is interviewed by Jack Coleman and Peter Moran. The interview largely discusses Cookstown. Additionally, emphasize is on Mr. Apperley’s childhood in Cookstown. See the Related Descriptions below for links to audio and summary.
A summary of Fred Apperley's second interview on March 7, 1974. The interview largely discusses Cookstown. Additionally, emphasize is on Mr. Apperley’s childhood in Cookstown. See the Related Descriptions below for the audio.
A summary of Mike Asselin's first interview on February 20, 1974. He is interviewed by Jack Coleman and Peter Moran. The interview discusses his upbringing, specifically working with his father as a young man. See the Related Descriptions below for the audio.
A summary of Mike Asselin's second interview on May 2, 1974. He is interviewed by Jack Coleman and Peter Moran. The interview discusses his upbringing, specifically working with his father as a young man. See the Related Descriptions below for the audio.
Audio and summary of an interview with Vira Bateman in July 1994. She is being interviewed by George Jackson. The interview largely discusses the Scotch Settlement and Vira Bateman's life story. See the Related Descriptions below for links to audio and summary.
Audio and summary of an interview with Marjorie Baynes on June 20, 1991. She is interviewed by George Jackson, Anne Coffey and another interviewer. The interview discusses the Baynes’ family tree in detail. See the Related Descriptions below for links to audio and summary.
A summary of an interview with Marjorie Baynes on June 20,1991. She is interviewed by George Jackson. The interview discusses the Baynes’ family tree in detail. See the Related Descriptions below for audio.
Audio and summary of an interview with Bob and June Brown on May 15, 1992. They are interviewed by George Jackson. See the Related Descriptions below for links to audio and summary.
