Pieces of the Past

From November 8, 1989

There are no ordinary people. Have you ever stopped to think about that?  Every person has a unique story to tell, and these stories help us to shape our collective consciousness of what it means to be human.

Last month, my article included a short history of The Maples, a home built by J.C. Hay.  While…

Last year a descendent of the brother of Charles Jackson, a Canadian soldier who died in action…

Taking the act of remembrance into his own hands, Eric Edwards is hosting a seminar at the Stratford-Perth Archives on Nov. 11, where he will teach guests how to use First World War Canadian soldiers' service files, available online, to research veterans.

From November 2, 1988.

From Oct. 28, 1987

Halloween is fast approaching, so we hope your pumpkins are carved and your candy bowls are full!…

From Oct. 22, 1997

In the 1830s, a large wave of settlers arrived in Perth County from Europe. These settlers hailed…

Essential for many Thanksgiving celebrations is the turkey dinner which is served with a selection…

WINGHAM - The Wingham and Area Historical Society (WAHS) had a special visitor at its Oct. 1 meeting, bringing in local historian and author Campbell Cork to share some of his stories about the small rural town.

Early in 1903 King Edward VII was called upon to open the British Parliament with a speech from the Throne.