Aerial Photos of Esquesing – Mark Rowe pilots an aerial tour of Esquesing using photos and postcard from the Archive. EHS meeting. Audio Cassette. November 10, 2004
UntitledThe Markham Gang – Author Paul Arculus, Mayhem to Murder, reveals pioneer era organized crime in Canada West. The “Markham Gang” was responsible for many crimes across the Province in the 1840s and their influence was felt in Esquesing Township. EHS meeting. Audio Cassette. April 13, 2005
UntitledTweedsmuir Histories – Jean McLean of the Halton Women’s Institute explains the work of the Women’s Institutes collecting local history. EHS meeting. Audio Cassette. November 09, 2005
UntitledFraternal Societies – Elaine Robinson and Rev. Rick Ruggle share their knowledge of the Masons and Odd Fellows Lodge in Georgetown. EHS meeting. Audio Cassette. February 08, 2006
UntitledMiss Jean Mackenzie and Walter Biehn answer questions about Georgetown for Lynn Barnard. Audio Cassette. 1980
UntitledGeorgetown Homecoming, 2007 – Neil Cotton and David Smallwood share plans to date for the Georgetown Homecoming, July 27 – 29, 2007. Neil Cotton performs the Georgetown song he’s written for the event. EHS meeting. Audio Cassette. March 14, 2007
UntitledActon’s Early Photographers – Karen Hunter and Kay Dills share their research on Acton’s early photographers, Charles Hill, Hollie Ramshaw, A.T. Brown and others. EHS meeting. Audio Cassette. October 10, 2007
UntitledThe Conquest of Quebec – Local author, Kevin Gray, talks about the British conquest of Quebec, 1759, and the regiments involved in this defining moment in Canadian history. EHS meeting. Audio Cassette. March 12, 2008
UntitledLorne Scots – Local author, Rev. Dr. Richard Ruggle, presents his new history of the Lorne Scots. EHS meeting. Audio Cassette. January 14, 2009
UntitledBarber Plaque Unveiling, Georgetown, Ontario – official unveiling ceremony, speeches and history. (Acc. #13.20). Audio Cassette. 26 Jun 1977
UntitledReports on air-raids on factories including details of British bombing missions, analysis of continental factories and factory air-raid shelters.
Contents: fonds consists of two ms. recipe books belonging to the Myle family. One is inscribed "Melora Myle" and one is inscribed "Kate Myle."
4"X5" B/W photo scanned whole and in part.
Map is a composite image created from two separate photographs detailing the boundaries of the Toronto Purchase between the Crown and the Mississaugas of the Credit.
The original sale is dated to 1787, however there were questions raised about the legitimacy of the documents and about the delineation of the land. In 1805 a formal purchase was documented, and is referenced in the text of the map. This is accompanied by the signatures of the purchase. William Claus, the Deputy Superintendent of Indian Affairs, signed on behalf of the Crown.
Item is a wash basin that would have likely been part of a larger chamber set that would include items like a chamber pot, toothbrush holder, pitcher, and soap holder. The basin features embossing around the lip of the bowl and has a dark blue floral transferware pattern that is marked as the "Nancy" pattern.
Map is a reproduction of a map from 1800. It is the first printed map of Upper Canada, and details the new townships and counties in the region. As per the text on the map, it was commissioned by John Graves Simcoe, first lieutenant-governor. Originally it would have included a text with topographic descriptions.
UntitledItem is a set of four matching pewter plates. They have a motif of a bird on top of a crown stamped along the rim. The hallmarks on the back of the plate are likely pseudo marks, intended to replicate the look of silver goods. Above these, the letter X is stamped below a crown, a symbol that was often used to indicate a specific quality of metal.
Item is a pair of mid 19th century eyeglasses with a simple metal wire frame. Their original case is also included.
Item is a hurricane kerosene oil lamp. It features a clear glass fuel section with a handle and a stylized brass stopper. Above, the brass burner has an adjustable wick and is topped with a glass chimney.
The lamp can likely be dated to the early 1900s, before electricity became more available in homes.
Item is a flour scoop with a wooden handle. It is marked with the number 3 under the handle.