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BOOK - Owen Sound, Port City.
By Paul White.
The beginning of
Owen Sound can be traced to the 1840 Historical meeting in a small forest
clearing, between surveyor Charles Rankin and Land agent John Telfer.
Owen Sound, Port City
begins with the history of native peoples of the area and moves through pioneer
settlement to the creation of a city in this more northerly area of Central
Ontario.
The influence of Georgian Bay and the beginning of marine
commerce, combined with the coming of the railway, led to rapid industrial
growth. The memorable stories of interesting personalities, determined
entrepreneurs and local rivalries create a compelling look at Owen Sound
both past and present.
Owen Sound, Port City tells the story of how the citizens of Owen Sound overcame adversity and
challenge to transform the community into a state of prosperity.
About the author:
Paul White was born and raised in Owen Sound. After attending Hillcrest Public School and West Hill Secondary School, Paul graduated from Trent University where he majored in Canadian History and Canadian Studies. Paul has published over 300 articles about the history of Owen Sound and the Grey and Bruce region in the Owen Sound Sun Times. Paul and his wife, Judy, live in the Township of Sarawak.
196 pages
6 X 9"
Index
Photos
Softcover - perfectbound
ISBN 1-8962219-23-3.
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