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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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More on the Beatty Brothers factory

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Planning for new Fergus Beatty plant began 100 years ago

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The judge dealt harshly with convicted Guelph arsonists in 1897

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Rash of barn fires hit the Guelph area in 1896 and 1897

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Itinerant Gypsies sometimes ran afoul of the law

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Officials feared sectarian strife after 1847 execution

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Squabbling among Irishmen escalated to a murder in 1847

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Mount Forest hosted major Jubilee festivities in 1897

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A major blaze threatened downtown Fergus in 1953

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Dr. Stephen Lett a pioneer in treatment of addiction

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Rockwood cheese factory produced cheddar for export

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Many small-town grocers affiliated with chains in 1920s

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