This page contains artifacts, documents, pictures, and articles pertaining to establishments in the town of Alliston.
Reminisce 1999 - A special supplement to the Alliston Herald, this booklet is comprised mainly of personal recollections and commercial/industrial history. However, it also contains useful historical information on Stephenson Memorial Hospital, The Royal Canadian Legion, Camp Borden, Cookstown, Alliston Public School, Alliston, the Boyne River, Alliston's centennial year, Alliston's opera house, Adjala and the great fire of 1891.
Several Photographs of Banting Memorial High School - Several black and white photographs of Banting Memorial High School. Includes photographs of when the high school first opened, an aerial photograph, and a post card for Alliston Public and High School.
The Enlarged Banting Memorial High School and Vocational Wing - Official opening program for the Vocational Wing(tech wing). Program includes a greeting from the principal(Sidney Owens), a Board Chairman's Message(W. Harry Sawyers), a looking back and looking forward section, and a layout of the school with the new addition.
Official Opening programmeme for Banting Memorial High School - Official opening programme for Banting Memorial High School, Alliston, Ontario. programmeme includes a biography of Sir Frederick Banting, Chairman's Message, Board Member Listing, Principal's Message, School Staff Photograph. The booklet also includes photos of the inside of the new school.
A Photograph of the Alliston Memorial Arena - A photograph of the Alliston Memorial Arena, presumably right after or prior to its official opening in 1950.
Official Opening of the New Alliston Memorial Branch - Several photographs of the Alliston Memorial Library at it's official opening in 1982.
Photographs of the Old and New Alliston Memorial Library - An artist's drawing of the old Alliston Memorial Library, torn down in 1981 to make way for the new library, which stands on the same location.
A Short History of the Alliston Public[memorial] Library - A short history of the Alliston Memorial Library. Document covers a detailed history from the Library's beginnings in 1918 up to the the mid 1970's. Document also includes a listing of past and present librarians and board members.
A History of the New Alliston Memorial Library - A history of the new Alliston Memorial Library. Document covers a brief history of the Library prior to 1982 but focuses mainly on the events surrounding the official opening on June 4, 1982.
History of the Alliston Library - A very short history of the Alliston Library. Article discusses in brief the history of the library. It then moves on to discuss the roles and goals of the Alliston Library in the future.
Alliston Memorial Library Campaign - A Memorial Library campaign brochure. This booklet contains a detailed breakdown of the costs of building the new library, the costs of expanding the old library and a list of key features in the new facility. It also includes a floor plan of the new building.
Official Opening of the New Memorial Library - Official opening programme for the new Memorial Library, opened on June 4th, 1982. Programme includes sketches of the old and new building, as well as a list of dignitaries.
A Photograph and Article of Miss Elsie Ney, Former Librarian - A photograph of Miss Elsie Ney, head librarian of the Alliston Library from June 1938 to December 1968. The photograph was taken in front of the old Alliston Public Library.
A History of Knox Church Alliston Since 1862 - A photograph and article about the history of Knox Church located in Alliston. The photograph is of the second building (1915-1976). The article describes various events in the church's history.
St. Paul's Centennial History 1876-1976 - A history of St. Paul's Church located in Alliston, Ontario. Pictured on the front page is a sketch of the old church formerly located on Wellington Street East.
Alliston: A Study of an Ontario Town - A study of Alliston, Ontario. Commissioned by the Toronto Teachers College, the document covers areas of interest such as history, local government, law enforcement, business, medical services, transportation, recreation, social life and youth.
Photographs of Alliston - Several photographs of downtown Alliston, circa 1985.
St. Peter's Anglican Church - An early photograph of St. Peter's Anglican Church located in West Essa.
Canadian Business - Orientation - When Honda planted a factory in Alliston, the locals didn't know what to expect. They soon found that their new Japanese bosses shared their rural pride in work.
Honda's Preparation Raised A Plant in a Field in 2 Years - A newspaper article about the construction of the Honda plant.
Honda to double Alliston investment - A newspaper article about Honda Motor Co. Ltd. doubling its production at the Alliston plant.
Taking a Stand on Honda's Trade - An editorial opinion about US-Canadian auto relations and Honda's role.
First Honda Cars Made in Canada Roll Out at Plant - A newspaper article about Honda and its new assembly plant in Alliston
Luncheon Menu and Programme - A menu and list of toasts for a Luncheon given by the Alliston Women's Institute on the occasion of the visit to town of his honour Lieutenant-Governor Cockshutt.
Mercer Farm Implement Building - A photograph of the Mercer Farm Implement Building, built in 1890 and located on Tupper Street West, Alliston. The building was recently donated by the Gibson Family to the Town of New Tecumseth to be used as an Arts & Cultural Centre.
Alliston Water Tower - A photograph of the Alliston Water Tower, constructed in 1892 after the great fire of 1891. The structure was first made of stone, but later it was re-done with brick. The tank at the top was constructed of steel.
Canadian Business - Orientation - When Honda planted a factory in Alliston, the locals didn't know what to expect. They soon found that their new Japanese bosses shared their rural pride in work.
The First Knox Presbyterian Church - A photograph of the first Knox Presbyterian Church. Construction on the chuch began in the spring of 1861 and finished fall of 1862. It was dedicated on September 6, 1862. The last service in this church was held on March 28, 1915. The first service in the second church was held on October 3, 1915. The church pictured and the second church were located on Victoria Street W., Alliston. The third, and present church is located on King Street S., Alliston.
Variety On Ice - Official opening program for the Alliston Memorial Arena
Tombstone inscriptions St. Paul's Cemetery - Contains tombstone transcriptions for all persons buried in St. Paul the Apostle R.C. Cemetery up to and including 1990.
Alliston Women's Institute Photographs - A series of photographs of Women's Institute members and events.
Photographs of Downtown Alliston - Several photographs of downtown Alliston circa 1985.
Photographs of Paris Street, Alliston - Several photographs of Paris Street circa 1985.
Photographs of Dominion Street, Alliston - Several photographs of Dominion Street, Alliston. Includes pictures of The Pop Shoppe, and Alliston Dairy and Alliston Creamery.
Photographs of Downtown Alliston - Several photographs of Victoria Street between Paris and Mill Streets, circa 1985.
Downtown Alliston - Several photographs of the north side of Victoria Street between Church and Centre Streets in downtown Alliston.
Various Alliston Photographs - Various photographs from around Alliston. Pictured in this photograph is Robert Banks Men's Clothiers.
Various Photographs of Different Alliston Buildings - A photograph of the Alliston Co-op Building.
Honda Plant - Several photographs of the Honda plant under construction.
Various Alliston Industries and Institutions - Several photographs of various Alliston Industries and Instutions.
Store Grand Opening - A photograph of the Grand Opening of the Bridal Boutique on Paris Street.
Banting Memorial High School 50th Anniversary Edition - A booklet commemorating the 50th anniversary of Banting Memorial High School.
SMH - 50 Years of Service - A special supplement, published by The Alliston Herald, to give recognition to this historic (Stevenson Memorial) hospital on its 50th anniversary.
Alliston Students - A photograph of students in front of the agricultural building at Banting Memorial High School.
Official Opening of the New Municipal Offices - Official opening for the new municipal offices for the Town of Alliston.
Home of Alexander Grant - A photograph of the home of Alexander Grant and birthplace of Margaret Grant. Margaret was the first white child born in Alliston, and mother of Sir Frederick Banting. The home was located on Victoria Street West where Bern's Flowers now stands.
Present Fire Hall Occupies The Same Site as Former Alliston Gaol - A photograph of the old Alliston goal(jail) which was torn down in 1962. Also, a photograph of the Alliston Fire Station which stands on the same location.
Banting Memorial High School Opens - Cover page of the the Alliston Herald upon the official opening of Banting Memorial High School. Page includes articles entitled "Thousands Attend Opening of Banting Memorial High School", and "Banting Memorial High School Opens".
St. John's United Church: 125 Years - A booklet commemorating the 125th anniversary of St. John's United Church.
Local History - A local history project prepared for the Alliston Public Library by Louise Gallaugher through the "Experience 77" programme.
A Short History of Knox Presbyterian Church - An early history of the Knox Church to 1935.
Alliston Today - Several photographs of the town of Alliston.