Come with me to 1852 Newmarket to take a look at the town’s early newspapers and publishers. The population was only 500. There were no sidewalks on Main Street north of the Christian Church and only two or three houses had been built in that area. Beyond the main street to the north and west,…
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Newmarket Today Remember -This weekly local heritage articles
There’s Gas In Them Thar Newmarket Fields
This week, let’s look at a story that I had always considered a tall tale but one that immediately captured my imagination upon recent examination: the discovery of gas deposits and coal right here in Newmarket. Our story begins in the March 1875 edition of the Newmarket Era reporting the discovery of a gas spring…
A Closer Look At Timothy Rogers, ‘Father Of Newmarket’
Timothy Rogers is considered by many to be the father of Newmarket’s founding and establishment. Many of you have likely heard stories of Rogers’ arrival in Newmarket, bringing Quaker settlers to Yonge Street, but how much do we know about the man? In this article, I want to fill out the picture somewhat and provide…
Building Lots In Newmarket’s First Subdivision Sold For $50
Connaught Gardens was Newmarket’s first planned community. I have mentioned it in several of my articles, but I thought it might be an interesting story to pursue. Only a handful of people in our community would remember the development, and they are generally of a certain generation. Connaught Gardens was the only major land development undertaken…
In Review Of Decades, The ’60s Marked Massive Growth In Newmarket
In keeping with the beginning of a new year, this week I’ll highlight the progress that occurred with each decade from the incorporation of the Village of Newmarket in the 1850s up to the 1970s. It is my hope this article, coinciding with the arrival of 2020, will serve as both an overview of our…
When A Loaf Of Bread Was 6 Cents, And Other Interesting Facts
As I sort through various stories for my weekly heritage articles on NewmarketToday, I frequently come across interesting little stories. I’m sharing some of those facts and antidotes that I have collected. The theme for this article, if we need one, is ‘did you know’?’ Newmarket has altered its numbering system for streets at least…
In Review Of Decades, The ’60s Mark Massive Growth In Newmarket
In keeping with the beginning of a new year, this week I’ll highlight the progress that occurred with each decade from the incorporation of the Village of Newmarket in the 1850s up to the 1970s. It is my hope this article, coinciding with the arrival of 2020, will serve as both an overview of our…
COMMUNITY ANGEL: Newmarket ‘History Hound’ Barks Up The Right Historical Tree
You may know him as the Newmarket History Hound, a longtime Newmarket resident who shares his vast historical knowledge about the town, its people, its successes and challenges with energy and passion. Richard MacLeod, who is a go-to resource for anything about Newmarket since the town’s founding as a trading post and milling centre in…
A Christmas Card From The History Hound
With the arrival of Christmas next week, let’s explore the history of the Christmas card. The modern custom of sending Christmas cards in Canada can be traced back to the United Kingdom and a man named Sir Henry Cole way back in 1843. He was a senior civil servant who had been instrumental in establishing…
A Christmas Card From The History Hound
With the arrival of Christmas next week, let’s explore the history of the Christmas card. The modern custom of sending Christmas cards in Canada can be traced back to the United Kingdom and a man named Sir Henry Cole way back in 1843. He was a senior civil servant who had been instrumental in establishing…
