Local History Publications
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Municipal Histories
Farm Lanes of Bentinck 1850-2000. Edited by Ralph Clark & Iain Clark. Bentinck Historical Society. 2000. ISBN 0-9687440-0-0-1 $60.00
This history contains information on municipal government, an early immigrant settlement map, schools, cemeteries, and a history of the township according to lot and concession. There are numerous photographs and a large index of family names.
Bethel to Boothville. The Boothville History Society. 2001. ISBN 0-9689997-0-0 $45.00
This is a treasure trove of photos, stories and family history about the people who lived in school sections 2, 8, 12, 7 of Proton Township and 14 of Egremont Township. The lots and concessions are listed for each original survey with every attempt to list previous and current owners up to 1999. 
Memories of Brooke. Melba Croft. ISBN 0-9735025-0-9 $29.95
This is a unique collection of anecdotes painstakingly collected by M. M. Croft. The timeframe commences in the early 1800s and chronicles the life and times of many of the early settlers as well as the Native peoples of the area. Copies of letters and personal accounts illustrate the development of the area with an abundance of pictures.
End of an Era - Collingwood Township. Edited by Jean Flynn. Town of the Blue Mountains. 1999. ISBN 0-919615-32-5 $25.00
A brief update to An Illustrated History of Collingwood Township which was published in 1978. It covers the period up to the amalgamation with the town of Thornbury, forming the Town of Blue Mountains in 1998.
Land: Struggle for Settlement (Collingwood Township). Bill Shannon. Canadian Cataloguing in Publication Data. 2000 ISBN 0-9687677-0-2 $19.00
A documentation of the colonial policy and its effect on the transfer of land from Crown to person and from forest to settlement in the Canada of Lord Durham.
A History of Dundalk. Edited by Audrey L. Clarke. The Corporation of the Village of Dundalk. 1987. ISBN 0-9693251-0-X $25.00
This history includes village development, churches, professionals, local commerce etc. It also contains a list of residents indexed from assessment rolls and a 9-page index of family names.
A History of the Town of Durham 1842-1994. The Durham Historical Committee. 1994. ISBN 0-9699201-0-5 $25.00
This history contains sections on education, churches, military, industries, hospitals, politics, and entertainment. There is a 13-page index and numerous photographs.
While We Still Remember - A History of Egremont with Update 1840-2000. Edited by Campbell Cork. Egremont Historical Committee. 2000. $50.00
This edition combines the previous 1984 history and the update into one volume. It includes sections on families, schools, agriculture, sports, notables, and those who went to war. It also contains numerous photographs and an 11-page index.
While We Still Remember - An Update to the History of Egremont Township 1984-2000. Edited by Campbell Cork. Egremont Historical Committee. 2000. $25.00
This is a companion book to the first Egremont Township History compiled in 1984. There are chapters on council minutes, sports, organizations, community updates and business. There is also an alphabetic listing of families living in Egremont Township. There are numerous photographs and an 11-page index.
Euphrasia Vol. I - Glimpses Past & Present. Euphrasia History Society. 1989. ISBN 0-919615-19-8 $40.00
This is a history of the Township of Euphrasia with sections on communities in the township, early settlement, early industries, and community organizations. There are also three appendices containing census information, a list of crown deeds for the township, and a cemetery index arranged according to surname. There are numerous photographs, but the volume is not indexed.
Euphrasia Vol. II - Fascinating Glimpses of the Life in the Township. Marjorie Alderdice. Township of Euphrasia. 1996. ISBN 0-919615-29-5 $32.50
This is a companion volume to Euphrasia Vol. I. It contains information on the local schools as well as the 1901 census. There are also maps of the township and small acreage listings for the years of 1906, 1916, 1926, 1935, 1946, 1956, 1966, 1976, 1986 and 1993. There are numerous photographs, but no index.
A History of the County of Grey. E.L. Marsh. Grey County Council. 1931. 2nd edition, 1999. $25.00
This is an older history volume containing sections on histories of the townships, villages, and the towns in Grey County. This includes the townships of Collingwood, St. Vincent, Euphrasia, Artemesia, Osprey, Sydenham, Derby, Holland, Sullivan, Proton, Egremont, Normanby, Bentinck, Glenelg, Keppel and Sarawak. There are also chapters on the development of Grey County Council, roads, churches, and business. There is a section of illustrations but no index.
Grey County's 125th Year 1852-1977. Compiled & edited by Audrey Rutherford. County of Grey. 1977. $5.00
An overview of the municipalities comprising the County, with a brief history of the establishment of each, setting out its early beginnings, the forefather who showed the insight to proceed with it's development and what was accomplished over the one and one-half centuries.
The Paths that Led to Holland - A History of Holland Township Vol I. Edited by Mildred Young Hubbert. The Historical Society of Holland Township. 1983. ISBN 0-9691275-0-2 $36.00
This history of Holland Township contains information on churches, farms, schools, business and family histories. There is an 11-page index and numerous photographs. 
The Paths that Led to Holland - A History of Holland Township Vol. II. Edited by Marilyn Gamble. The Historical Society of Holland Township. 1991. ISBN 0-9691275-1-0 $36.00
This is an update to the first volume published in 1983. It contains similar sections with updated information. There are more photographs and a 13-page index.
Beautiful Stoney Keppel 1855-1986. The Keppel Township Historical Society. 1986. ISBN 0-9692701-0-1 $45.00
Includes chapters on early history, government, churches and cemeteries, education, agriculture, industry, tourism and recreation, transportation and communication, people, organizations, military, families and memorable events. The index is in the centre spread of the book.
Markdale - The Crossroads of Grey. Edited by Mildred Young Hubbert. Markdale Historical Society. 1988. ISBN 0-9693531-0-3 $35.00
A History of the Town of Markdale containing many photographs, stories of pioneers and a 14-page index. 
A Brief History of Neustadt. Heimat Treffen. The Corporation of the Village of Neustadt. 1987. $2.50
This is a booklet on the history of the Village of Neustadt. It covers the years 1855 to 1987, and gives an overview of the development of the village and the year in which the event occured.
Normanby Reflections Vol. I. Edited by Campbell Cork. Normanby Historical Committee. 1989. ISBN 0-9694041-0-7 $36.00
A History of Normanby Township that includes chapters on war, tragedies, sports, churches, council and families. There are two similar indexes - one of landowners and one of family names. 
Normanby Reflections Vol. II. Edited by Campbell Cork. Normanby Historical Committee. 2003. ISBN 0-9694041-1-5 $36.00
This is a second volume of Normanby Township history, containing chapters on veterans, weddings, sports, schools and municipal affairs just to name a few. There is also a section of corrections to Vol. I.
150 Years of Osprey. The Osprey Historical Society. 2000. ISBN 0-9730382-0-9 $60.00
A hefty 1000+ pages with many photos, family histories, land owners by lot and concession, census, cemetery and school information. A must for anyone searching roots in Osprey Township. 
City of Owen Sound 1921. Melba Morris Croft. Alfreda's Wordprocessing. 1990. ISBN 0-9690315-7-2 $14.95
What Owen Sound was like in the year 1921 - its people, industries, activities, achievements of its residents with a look at life at the beginning of what was rapidly becoming the machine age. It is interesting to note the breakdown of the population at that time.
Owen Sound - The Port City. Paul White. Natural Heritage. 2000. ISBN 1-896219-23-3 $21.95
Owen Sound - The Port City begins with 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 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. This book includes photographs and a 12-page index.
Priceville and its Roots (Routes). Edited by Katie Harrison. The Priceville Historical Society. 1992. ISBN 0-9696807-0-8 $49.95
This is a history of Priceville and contains sections on schools, churches and cemeteries, military, recreation, and reunions. There are numerous black and white photographs and an 18-page index.
Township of Proton 1852-1982 - A Historical Sketch. Historical Committee for the 125th anniversary of the Township of Proton. 1992 (third printing). ISBN 0-9696-023-0-8 $25.00
Each chapter is devoted to an area of Proton Township and gives a brief history of that particular area. Areas covered include Conn, Cedarville, Egerton, Esplin, Swinton Park, Salem, Hopeville, Keldon, Southeast Proton, Ventry, Bethel, Inistoge, Victoria Corners, Proton Station and Dundalk.
The History of Sullivan Township 1850-1975 Vol. I. The Sullivan Historical Society. 1975. $20.00
The history includes chapters on churches, cemeteries, schools, industries, personalities and local organizations. A surname index may also be purchased separately. 
The History of Sullivan Township Vol. II. Edited by Laura M. Gateman. Sullivan Township Historical Society. 1993. ISBN 0-9695733-0-8 $25.00
This is a continuation of the first volume of Sullivan Township. Sullivan Vol. II updates the township's history to 1993. The content includes maps, photographs, and portraits.
History of Sydenham Township Vol. II 1967-1998. The Sydenham Township History Seekers. 1998. ISBN 0-9685777-0-9 $39.95
This second volume contains information on century farms, education, agriculture, sports and recreation, and personalities. There are numerous black and white as well as colour photographs. There is an 11-page index.
Driving Around Sydenham. Sydenham Sesquicentennial Committee, 2000. $10.00
A booklet designed for touring Sydenham Township. It contains maps and historical (1850-2000) cameos of farms, schools, businesses, etc., within the township along with driving route instructions.
Schools of St. Vincent Township & Other Chronicals 1847-1987. Edited by Vina Rose Ufland. 1967. $15.00
Histories of the township Schools, with many pictures taken throughout the years. Various Womens' Institutes with pictures, as well as churches in the township. Some century farms are listed, complete with pictures and some of the early industry as well, including histories of the first orchards.
Thornbury Remembered 1887-1987. Lucille M. Wickens, Editor. Thornbury and District Historical Society. 1987. Published by Conestoga Press, Thornbury ISBN 0-919615-15-5 $10.00
From its incorporation, upon the separation from the Township of Collingwood, a history covering the next one hundred years. Pictures of the many stately homes, the various councils & dignitaries of the pretty village at the mouth of the Beaver River. Its growth as a thriving village, the various industries located there through the years, some relating to the geographical location, others more diversified (a mining machinery manufacturer, for example).
