May 10, 1900
May 10, 1900
Local news: The old jail at Aylmer has again been pressed into service to confine the twelve prisoners who were in the Hull establishment when
Local news: The old jail at Aylmer has again been pressed into service to confine the twelve prisoners who were in the Hull establishment when
Local news: Last week was noted for several disastrous fires in the Ottawa Valley, commencing with one at Gatineau Point, which destroyed about $59,000 worth
Local news: The roads for the past week are said to be in a more wretched condition than has been known for years. Mr. George
Local news: Mr. Robt. G. Elliott has just completed a truly artistic job of work at Dr. Lyon’s residence, being the completion on modern lines
Local news: The tail end of sleighing brought many people to town last week for their spring supplies, while a considerable quantity of surplus grain
Local news: Thursday last was the first sugar-making day in this section. The run owing to prevailing raw north winds, was very poor. The proprietor
Local news: Mr. C.D. McPhee, electrician of Arnprior is engaged this week in putting in a full system of electric bells at the Pontiac House.
Local news: Rev. Mr. O.C. Carey of Parkman is taking orders for a very convenient yet complete map of the Dominion which is being issued
Local news: The sacred concert which is to take place in Bristol Presbyterian Church on the evening of the 20th inst. is to assist in
Local news: The traditional March lion was abundantly evident in the weather with which the present month was ushered in on Thursday last. The snowfall
Local news: The old jail at Aylmer has again been pressed into service to confine the twelve prisoners who were in the Hull establishment when the fire broke out. We were sorry to hear of three of our young friends
Local news: Last week was noted for several disastrous fires in the Ottawa Valley, commencing with one at Gatineau Point, which destroyed about $59,000 worth of property in that village and terminating with the appalling conflagration in Hull and Ottawa
Local news: The roads for the past week are said to be in a more wretched condition than has been known for years. Mr. George Ballantine started ferrying between Bristol and Sand Point on Monday. A staff of masons and
Local news: Mr. Robt. G. Elliott has just completed a truly artistic job of work at Dr. Lyon’s residence, being the completion on modern lines of that gentleman’s drawing room and the finishing touches thereon have been performed by the
Local news: The tail end of sleighing brought many people to town last week for their spring supplies, while a considerable quantity of surplus grain was disposed of. On May 1, Parkman post office will be changed to the name
Local news: Thursday last was the first sugar-making day in this section. The run owing to prevailing raw north winds, was very poor. The proprietor of the proposed new hub factory at Castleford has bought all the standing elm and
Local news: Mr. C.D. McPhee, electrician of Arnprior is engaged this week in putting in a full system of electric bells at the Pontiac House. A large number of settlers left the upper Ottawa Valley last week for points in
Local news: Rev. Mr. O.C. Carey of Parkman is taking orders for a very convenient yet complete map of the Dominion which is being issued by the Dominion Publishing Co. of Hamilton. The concert given in Elliott’s Hall on Tuesday
Local news: The sacred concert which is to take place in Bristol Presbyterian Church on the evening of the 20th inst. is to assist in raising funds for the purpose of building a new manse in Bristol. A distressing accident
Local news: The traditional March lion was abundantly evident in the weather with which the present month was ushered in on Thursday last. The snowfall of Thursday and Friday, while not exceptionally heavy in this neighbourhood, is reported to have
This Valley I Call Home
On Saturday, May 24, at 2pm, the Bromley Historical Society kicks off its 2025 season with an afternoon of song and history, featuring well know local musician and writer, Gillan Rutz. The event, which is free and open to the public, will take place in the Old Town Hall, 498 Micksburg Road, Osceola. His music celebrates his strong connection and love of the Ottawa Valley and the Pontiac.
The Little Red Wagon require reservations for both the show and dinner. Dinner before the show will start at 6pm, please arrive a bit before to get everyone seated & with drinks.
Ticket link: https://www.littleredwagonwinery.com/events-tickets/the-marigolds-suzie-vinnick-caitlin-hanford-gwen-swick-may-24-730
A celebration of the 150th anniversary of the construction of the Culbute Locks, an industrial marvel in its day and an important part of our local heritage.
A day filled with celebration;
– The Great Canadian Lumberjack Show
– Music and dancing
– Food and drink
– and much more!
We acknowledge the support of the Government of Canada
PPHS REUNION: August 2, 2025
REGISTRATION IS ON AND ACTIVE!
$60 per person (cocktails, dinner)
Come connect with your classmates. Space limited, so registration & payment a must.
E-transfer: pphsreunioncommittee@gmail.com
Cheque: Kathy Wickens (call 613-600-1455)
331 Somerville Drive, Perth, ON K7H 3C6
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