The Toronto Public library has a new innovative site called The Time Machine. Enjoy going back in time and reading a wide variety of archival materials described by the libaray as well simply”Really Old Books”. Immigrant to Ontario – The Premier Province 1883 http://www.ontariotimemachine.ca/books/immigrant_ontario/index.html Egerton Ryerson (1803-1882) was appointed to the position of Chief Superintendent [...]
Simcoe County
Simcoe Maps 1881
McGill University County Atlas Project 2001 contains a treasure trove of maps of all Ontario county maps circa 1880.
Barrie Union Cemetery Photo Update
New photos have been added to the Barrie Union Cemetery picture carousel. Of particular interest are the distinguished vaults of the Ardagh, Gowan and Bird families. some of Barrie’s first families of the mid-19th century. Also added William Lount’s tombstone ( original owner and builder of Lount’s castle.) Check out the cemetery page for other [...]
The New Town p 3
Page 1 Part I Historical Background – The Town of Barrie Page 2 Part II The New Town Page 3 The New Town part 2 Page 4 Part III The Present 1887 Page 5 The Present part 2