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Valuing Our History

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

Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Will of Rev. William Barrie disputed by sister

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Connon became full-time photographer after trip to Europe

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Hustonville founded, thrived, vanished in 20 years

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Lack of railway siding frustrated Fergus’ James Gow

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Fergus mill made oat flour for Cheerios, other brands

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Railway passenger service waxed and waned over the 1900s

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Tanner’s woolen mill in Mount Forest burned twice in a year

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Elora principal George Edgcumbe ended his career in disgrace

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Peter Perry a memorable principal of Fergus High School

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Fire gutted Fergus building owned by Robert Kerr in 1931

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

George L.A. Thomson enjoyed career with American railroads

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Department of Highways vowed to keep roads open in 1931

by Wellington Advertiser