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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

Two-ring circus appeared in Mount Forest in 1887

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Garafraxa widow was unsuccessful in bringing suit against the county

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Mount Forests Rube Allyn led a remarkable life in U.S.

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Management of Wellington County Poor House had vocal critics

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Detective John Wilson Murray investigated The Minto Mystery

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Corpse found near Harriston was tagged The Minto Mystery

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Man killed by train at 1899 Palmerston Orange celebration

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

A tragic ending to the long life of an aging Erin Township farmer

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Family members of Mount Forest banker achieved distinction

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Gang of pick-pockets stirred up excitement - and escaped - in 1898

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Several county hotel keepers were charged in 1897 temperance sweep

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Ratepayers supported scheme for electric railways in 1920

by Wellington Advertiser