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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

County took over the Guelph to Erin road in 1864

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Spanish Flu persisted in Wellington well into 1919

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

1918 influenza epidemic struck all corners of the county

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Flu epidemic peaked locally in November 1918

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

1864 flower show reveals gardening practices 145 years ago

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Railroad station helped to sustain hamlet of Orton

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Palmerston contended with high welfare costs in 1936

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Thieves targeted Palmerston beer store twice in 1933

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Bootleggers faced heavy fines and jail in early 20th century

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Pilkington native achieved success in California

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Harriston plant was a pioneer in ice cream production

by Wellington Advertiser
Columns Opinion Valuing Our History

Nichol Mutual Insurance Company folded 78 years ago

by Wellington Advertiser