Part of Local History Collection
A drawing of a Bradford photographer during the 19th century. Drawing was found in a photo album that belonged to William Campbell. “Bradford Photo Co.” is written at the bottom.
Luanne Campbell Edwards
Part of Local History Collection
An article about a birthday celebration held for William Campbell (the grain dealer) at his house.
Luanne Campbell Edwards
William Campbell, Grain Dealer 1888
Part of Local History Collection
Photograph of William Campbell, Grain Dealer. Father of William L., Elizabeth F. And Dr. Lewis Campbell. His branch of the Campbell clan was from Caithness, Scotland. At an unknown date they moved to Ireland. William was born in Kilglass, County Sligo Ireland in 1838. He emigrated with his family in 1857 to Traverse City, Michigan. In about 1860 he came to Canada first settling in Brantford, then Newmarket. He was sent to Bradford by his Newmarket employer in 1862 to open a grain and lumber business.
Luanne Campbell Edwards
Part of Local History Collection
Photograph of Pinkerton Schoolhouse students. Exact date of photograph unknown.
Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library
Part of Local History Artifacts
Labels for dispensed remedies from William L. Campbell's drugstore on Holland Street.
Luanne Campbell Edwards
W. L. Campbell Drug Store Collection
Part of Local History Artifacts
A collection of items from when W.L. Campbell Drug Store was in operation and showcases the types of items that would have been sold there/the services offered. Items include lotions, powders, photo printing envelopes.
Luanne Campbell Edwards
William L. Campbell Graduation
Part of Local History Collection
An 1891 newspaper article announcing the graduation of William L. Campbell from the Ontario College of Pharmacy. He ran William L. Campbell Drugs on Holland Street.
Luanne Campbell Edwards
Part of Vital Statistics
Event Date : November 1894
Event Type : Death
Description : Died in his home in Collingwood. Ran a cabinet making business for 19 years in Bradford. Two sons and three daughters survive him. Age: 79th year.
Bradford Witness
Part of Local History Collection
Photograph of William L. Campbell from 1895. Photo was taken in front of his parents home on John Street and has a wooden carriage platform in the background (used to get in and out of carriages at the time more easily).
Luanne Campbell Edwards
Dr. Lewis H. Campbell Lacrosse Medal Portrait
Part of Local History Artifacts
Dr. Lewis H. Campbell's portrait inside of his lacrosse championship medal, resting on a case. Dr. Campbell was a lacrosse champion in 1902 and 1905.
Luanne Campbell Edwards