Rockwood's History Remember When Kings Highway No 7 Was Carriage Path
A photo from the Don Hills collection shows the Eremoss River crossing on the Kings Highway No 7 when it was a simple carriage track. The old Rockwood mill, run by Him Milne, backs up the river with a year round water power flume feeding the mill machinery. The river now appears wider after the old mill’s influence and the bridge has been replaced by a modern structure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eremoss
Don Hills
Rockwood
Him Milne
Don Hilts
Terra Cotta Inn Changes Hands In Ontario Sale
The Terra Cotta Inn near the Credit River in Ontario has new owners, a Toronto based syndicate led by Cedric Greenhill. The Greenhills plan to continue the famed high teas and gracious surroundings while awaiting a license. Former owners Mr and Mrs Harry Farrar built its reputation since 1951 and left on July 1. The piece notes travel among focal people and a rise in complaints about troublesome children.
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Stusted
Credit River
Cedric. Greenhill
Ian
Canada
England
Harry Farrar
Ontario
Wold
Greenhills
Fastars
Campbellville barn razed in fire destroying 13 race horses
A Campbellville barn owned by Lome Hull was lost to a night fire on a farm north of Highway 401. Glenn Anderson, a trainer, reported 15 horses aboard with 13 killed and the rest owned by others or his family. Estimated losses could reach 100000, with cause undetermined. Mrs. Hull, 84, was rescued from the house as sparks spread.
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Campbellville
Lome Hull
Highway 401
Hull
Glenn Anderson
Anderson
Free Pree
Greenwood Raceway
Alto
E. Hull
Lome
Anderton
Di Duncan Leads Rockwood Riders at Flesherton 30 Mile Trail Ride
Rockwood Trail Riders swept four divisions at the Kinsmen Club 30 mile ride in Flesherton on Sunday with 58 catches. Di Duncan led a day of top finishes, while Phoebe Kingscote and Colleen Ellis posted junior and lightweight results. The event began at Eugenia Park and traversed Beaver Valley, with the Rockwood club earning multiple crowns and trophies including the trail horse trophy won by Jean Pettit. The Grand River Conservation Authority owns extensive land in the watershed and faces varying tax implications for its holdings and facilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockwood
Kinsmen Club
Flesherton
Rockwood Club
di Duncan
Rockwood Trail Riders
Grand River Conservation Authority
Alo
Phoebe Kingscote
Colleen
Babs Ellis
Jean Pettit
Agnes McGinnis
Dave Taylor
Ray Ellis
Eugenia Park
Beaver Valley
Rockwood Drops Heartbreaker 2 1 to Bradford
Rockwood seniors lost 2 1 to Bradford in the opening game of the O R S A playoff series. Rockwood led 1 0 on two hits by Milne and Ward, Bradford scored both unearned runs in the seventh after a Rockwood error. John Salmon allowed four hits with 13 strikeouts. Bradford pitcher Carter fanned ten. Next game in Rockwood Thursday night. third game if needed in Rockwood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockwood
Heartbreaker
Bradford
O.R.S.A
Chick Milne
Bill Ward
John Salmon
Carter
Dick Dupuis
Mike Kelly
Norm Beattie
Also Mentioned on This Page
Richard Harris
iRockWood
Ernie Balmer
Donald Malcolm
Mrs
Henry Galle
Europe
Elora
Eet
Belwood
Conestoga
Luther Lakes
Gran River
Mr. Fox
Department of Lands and Forests
Eee
Efilms
Holden
Harry Barber
Jim Thatcher
Stratton-Dupuis Ltd
Comet Rockwood
Ken & Dick
Free Press
Acton
Acton Free Press
Allan
S P.m
J. A.milne & Son
Oteco
the Shoe House
STUD
Buster Brown
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