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Summary of a presentation given by George Jackson and Joe Saint at the Bradford Rotary Club. The Library's Local History collection is discussed as it a bit of local history. Additionally, Joe Saint outlines his family history. See the Related Descriptions below for summary.

Summary of an interview with Art Janse on November 13, year unknown. He is interviewed by George Jackson with Dawn Saunders also present. Art discusses the Holland Marsh, his family and his career (politician, Holland Marsh Drainage Commission). See the Related Descriptions below for audio.

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 audio.

Second part of an interview with Professor Arthur Lower on June 23, 1973. His sister is also interviewed. Professor Lower shares his memories of Simcoe County and his life. See the Related Descriptions below for summary.

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

Transcript of interview with Bill McArthur, discussing the Holland Marsh drainage and dredging with George Jackson

Audio of an interview with Sam Neilly. The interviewer is George Jackson. Sam and George discuss where Sam's friends and family lived in accordance with a map of Gilford they are looking at. See the Related Descriptions below for summary.

An interview with Mr. Joe Saint describing what Moore Street used to look like in the 1920’s in regards to houses and churches.

Transcript of George Jackson's interview and review of the Notes on Bradford Homes booklet for Moore Street, with Joe Saint.

An interview with Mrs. Vaaletta Sturgeon describing her childhood and growing up in Bradford West Gwillimbury.

Transcript of Vaaletta Sturgeon's interview.