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German Canadiana in Ontario Bibliography
Historical notes, 1936
Type: Journal ArticleAbstract: A note of the removal of graves in the second Preston Roman Catholic cemetery to an area near the Speedsville Road, because of the widening of the highway between Galt and Preston.Keywords: RailwaysCemeteriesRoadsChurches CatholicYear of publication: 1936Historical Period: 1857-1936Export options:Joseph Stauffer
Type: Journal ArticleAbstract: A biography of Stauffer (1852-1936), the salesman who worked his way up to be president of Newlands and Company and, with Andrew Newlands, founded the Galt Robe Company. Family information about the ...Keywords: BiographiesGenealogyBusinessesTextile IndustryAssociations and clubsPennsylvania GermansDoonBlairGaltBowman NancyYear of publication: 1936Historical Period: 1852-1936Export options:Travels in America, with special reference to the province of Ontario as a home for working men
Type: BookAbstract: A Scottish temperance preacher describes six months in rural Ontario in 1869, including a visit to Galt. Many general comments are made about Ontario, but the drinking habits are particularly noted.Keywords: LiquorTravellers' guidesTemperance movementSocial life and customsProhibitionLegislationSettlers PioneerYear of publication: 1871Historical Period: 1868-1869Export options: