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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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Cutting down a huge elm tree in 1930 was easier said than done

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Elora’s 1930s Chautauqua enjoyed unexpected success

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Connon’s railway account a cautionary tale for history buffs

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Salem and Lot 18 assessment values caused political stir in 1930

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Crown attorney failed to get conviction after fatal 1929 crash

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Appointment of Elora postmaster caused stir, controversy in 1929

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Bread delivery man killed at Elora railway station in 1929

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County firefighters prevented several conflagrations in summer of 1929

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Lewis Ernst of Mount Forest killed in aviation crash in 1929

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A glimpse into the family of railway baron J.J. Hill of Rockwood

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Beatty Brothers firm of Fergus reached its apex in 1929

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Gruesome accidents in county claimed two lives in fall of 1929