A history of the town of Westville covering all aspects of the community. A variety of topics are discussed in detail, including; the mining industry in Westville, early businesses, churches, schools, sports, culture and entertainment.
A general history of the County of Pictou, which provides an overview of the most significant events which have taken place in the past two centuries of the county's history. A broad work which includes the arrival of the pioneers, religion,...
Provides a brief overview of Nova Scotia's industrial contributions to the World War II. A large range of industries are covered including sections on aircraft, shipbuilding, fishing, iron and steel and furniture production.
Pipe band members line up in front of the Wallace Hotel on Front Street for a parade. Their Scottish heritage visible in tartans and sporans the pipe bands are surrounded by horses, wagons, an well dressed spectators.
Steel Industry and Trade -- Nova Scotia -- Trenton
Brief description of the Trenton Works Plant owned and operated by Hawker Siddeley Canada Inc. in 1981. Includes a history of steel production in Trenton, Nova Scotia.
A history of the tram cars which served the East Pictou Towns from 1904 until 1931. The book covers such topics as; the inception of tram car transportation in the towns, the companies involved, general operations and a list of conductors and other...
This book was written in order to turn the oral history of the Delaney family of Churchville into written history. This was done to ensure that the family history would be preserved and passed on to future generations. Included are facts, dates,...
New Glasgow (N.S.) -- Biography -- Pictorial Works ; New Glasgow (N.S.) -- Pictorial Works
This collection of photographs of “Pictou County Characters” was taken in the downtown New Glasgow area from approximately 1949-1956. They were taken by Donald McGarva, a local man who emigrated from Wales to Canada in 1928. It is believed the...
A booklet that describes the Adams Family - Clan Gordon history from the Cape George area. This includes details for the reunion held in Cape George, N.S. Antigonish County August 11th to 13th, 2006.
