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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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Provincial Police cracked down on illicit stills in July 1924

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Knuckles and know-how on a routine train trip in 1923

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Tornado partially destroyed infant town of Guelph in 1829

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Travelling salesmen formed group called The Drummers Snack Club

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Wellington County teachers attempted to unionize in 1920

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Hugh Templin persisted in attacks on county councillors in 1924

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Pay to county councillors was a live issue in summer of 1924

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Groves tried unsuccessfully to donate hospital to town in early 1920s

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Young West Garafraxa man died in gravel pit accident in 1924

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Superior Knitting Company did not enjoy good relations in Mount Forest

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Assisting Mount Forest industry was a divisive issue in 1923

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Store robberies were an epidemic in Wellington County in the 1920s