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Valuing Our History

Articles dedicated to preserving and exploring the rich heritage, historical landmarks, and pioneer stories of Wellington County.

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Thieves went on a break-in spree in Elora in 1920

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Alma flax mill destroyed by fire in February,1921; ends industry here

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First local temperance groups were organized in the 1850s

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Mount Forest doctor sued patients husband for slander in 1921

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A couple of marriages ran amuck in Wellington County in 1901

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Trip to Elora reunion resulted in tragedy, trial for Mount Forest man

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United Farmers of Ontario held huge picnic at Elora in 1920

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Harriston furniture factory destroyed by fire in 1920

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Wedding of young Fergus woman was social highlight for town in 1889

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Funeral of Mayor Thomas Goldie was big event in 1892

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United Farmers became major political force in 1919

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Woman abandoned infant near Mount Forest in 1886

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