1879 Illustrated Historical Atlas of Pictou County, Nova Scotia created by J.H. Meacham and Company. Detailed section by section maps including names of landholders as well as historical information regarding the settlement of the County, native...
Shipbuilding -- Nova Scotia -- Pictou (County) -- History ; Sailing ships -- Nova Scotia -- Pictou (County) -- History ; Seafaring life -- Nova Scotia -- Pictou (County) -- History
For Pictonians in the nineteenth and early twentieth century, shipbuilding, ships and seamen were an important part of everyday life. For this reason, Cameron has attempted to assemble as much of Pictou County’s marine lore as possible....
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.
Intrigue, Shipbuilders and Strongmen. Twelve human interest stories from Pictou County's surprisingly rich past focusing on the fascinating personalities of that former era.
A brief history of Little Harbour and the surrounding communities. Beginning with a description of the First Nations and French settlements and continuing on to describe the various settlers who, over the years, came to make this area their home....
This article talks about the sale of some of Suttles' items to some of the most important stores in New York City, such as Bergdorf Goodman, Abercrombie & Fitch and Henri Bendel. Some prices are listed, such as $750 for a Scallop quilt to be sold...
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.
A collection of stories written by H. M. MacDonald in which he reminisces about past times in Antigonish County. He takes a nostalgic look at Antigonish’s Main Street, landmarks and the countryside, touching on the culture, superstitions and...
Cooking, Canadian -- Nova Scotia style ; Cooking, Canadian -- Antigonish
A pamphlet published by Antigonish druggist J. D. Copeland. Includes a variety of local recipes. Also includes advertisements for Copeland's merchandise.
This Paris Leave Map published by the Canadian Forces Hospitality and Information Bureau provided Canadian troops with a guide to the sights and entertainments found in 1945 Paris.
Little is known about Nathan D. Hammett's photography in the 1870s and 1880s, but some samples have survived from the period. There was a Benjamin Hammett Norton, the American consul, who was stationed in Pictou in 1860, but no Hammett was listed...
Contains several short articles providing the history of the Freemasons in Pictou County, as well as providing brief historical sketches of the communities where Freemason lodges are located. The various industries and historic "Firsts" of Pictou...
