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…
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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…
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…
Newmarket Had Its Arenas, But Fairy Lake Favored For Skating
This article about the history of arenas in Newmarket comes by request. I’ve added it to my famous ‘book of inquiry’ as I share what I have learned and call on all of you to contribute any information you may have on the subject. I want to thank Mr. Copeland for his suggestion of the…
Davis Family Was Pillar Of Newmarket Society
This article is the first of a two-part series on the Davis Tannery, part of my larger series on the big three industries of Newmarket: the Cane Factory and the Office Specialty. In this first instalment, I want to provide you with some background on the Davis family; father E.J. Davis Sr. and sons Andrew, E.J. Jr., and Aubrey….
