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,...
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....
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,...
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...
Pictou (N.S.) -- Description and travel ; Pictou (N.S.) -- History.
A booklet issued to give readers an idea of Pictou's early history and to show what progress it has made. Contains articles on its foundation, government, public improvements, religious and educational activities, transportation, manufacturing,...
Coal miners -- Nova Scotia -- Pictou (County) -- History ; Coal mines and mining -- Nova Scotia -- Pictou (County) -- History.
A general history of the development and operation of the coal mining industry in Pictou County, including a description of a minter's life and work. Some topics covered include; the various companies operating in Pictou County over the years, mine...
Scotsburn Co-operative Services -- History ; Dairy products industry -- Nova Scotia--History ; Dairying, Cooperative -- Nova Scotia -- History.
A history of the first 100 years of Scotburn Co-operative Services, including the Scotsburn Dairy. Published in celebration of the centenary of the co-operative.
A history of Pictou County compiled of information from newspapers and manuscripts from the time of the earliest settlers to the advent of the automobile. It provides an historical mosaic of Pictou town and surrounding communities, with pictorial...
Intrigue, Shipbuilders and Strongmen. Twelve human interest stories from Pictou County's surprisingly rich past focusing on the fascinating personalities of that former era.
Church buildings -- Nova Scotia -- History ; Presbyterian Church -- Nova Scotia -- History ; Pictou (N.S. : County) -- History
A comprehensive history of the First Presbyterian Church, written in commemoration of the congregation’s two hundredth anniversary. From the documents available, Cameron provides a chronological summary of the congregation’s affairs from 1786...
An early history of Pictou County covering all manner of topics including Micmac history, various waves of immigration and settlement, court business, religion and industry. Patterson provides lists of settlers, as well as details regarding their...
Written in an attempt to preserve and present the story of industrial development in the New Glasgow district. Covers industries dating from the late eighteenth century to the present day writing of the book (1960). This book does not focus on...
An article published in the Canadian Trade Review which provides an overview of Pictou County, focusing on the towns of Pictou, Westville and Stellarton. The article highlights the prosperity in the county by discussing the industries, businesses...
