Articles, Documents and Newspaper Clippings

Unveiling of memorial plaque honors late Kate Scott Aitken - A newspaper article describing the unveiling of a memorial plaque in Community Park, Beeton, ON. The article also gives a brief biography of this Beeton native.

Old Friends Flock to See Plaque Unveiled in Beeton - A newspaper article detailing the unveiling of a plaque honouring the late Kate Scott Aitken. This article also gives a detailed biography of this Beeton native.

The Village that got Canada Buzzing - A newspaper article describing the history of Beeton, and profiling the life of longtime Beeton resident Ernest Kettle.

It's People Who Make Beeton A Good Place - A newspaper article describing life in Beeton in the late 60's and early 70's. The article also gives a brief history of the village, as well as biographical information on D.A. Jones.

Beeton's History Explored - Article written by Helen Yielding describing a speech given by two men to the Tecumseth and West Gwillimbury Historical Society. The article also covers some biographical information about D.A. Jones, and his interaction with the community.

A Brief History of the Telephone in Beeton - This document covers the history of the telephone in Beeton, telephone operators that have served in Beeeton, locations of the switchboard, privately owned telephone companies, and a brief history of the telephone itself. The document also discusses the number of subscribers and the current state of the telephone (at time of publication).

The Telephone in Our Past - This article provides an in-depth look at the history of the telephone and a look at the telephone's role in Beeton.

D.A. Jones Biography - A biography of D.A. Jones, one of Beeton's most famous residents. The three page biography covers, in detail, his life after his arrival in Beeton, right up to his death in 1910.

Practical Bee-Keeping - A paper entitled Practical Bee-Keeping written by D.A. Jones. Paper gives detailed instructions for creating the Jones Deep Frame Hive, as well as operating specifications. The paper touches briefly on some of the research Jones did on bee hives.

Early history of the Beeton Library: 1886-1914 - Early history of the Beeton Library: 1886-1914. A very thorough history of the first 28 years of the Beeton Library.

A History of the Beeton Public Library - A broad overview of the history of the Beeton Public Library up to and including 1977. Includes information on past buildings which have housed the library. Also contains a lengthy list of people who have played a vital role in the history of the Beeton Library.

Exploring Beeton Now With its Historic Folk - A news article profiling Beeton through the eyes of a visitor. Discusses in detail key features of the town including churches, buildings, people, parks, and events.

The Town of New Tecumseth: Growing in the Heart of Ontario - A brochure promoting various aspects of New Tecumseth.

Life at Beeton's Canadian National Station - A newspaper article about the life at Beeton's CN station. The article gives a biography of longtime station master Howard Galbraith as well as an excellent account of what life was like when the train made its regular journey through Beeton.

New Tecumseth: "The New Town with a Long Past" - A brief history of New Tecumseth (and the hamlets Bond Head, Newton Robinson, and Dunkerron, now part of Bradford West Gwillimbury) based on the Tecumseth and West Gwillimbury Historical Society video production, New Tecumseth: "The New Town with a Long Past".

Historic Sites Plaques in Simcoe County - A list of plaques with locations.

Village of Beeton Finding Aid & Inventory - Village of Beeton Finding Aid & Inventory including: Agriculture, Churches, County Home, Fall Fair, Miscellaneous, Municipal Records, News Clippings, Reference Texts, and Schools.

History of Beeton Electricity - A series of letters and documents pertaining to the history of hydro electricity in the Village of Beeton. Letter written Mr. D. Arthur Evans, MPP Simcoe Centre, disclosing information in regards to Beeton's electrical history.

Itemized List for Donor Receipt - Simcoe County Archives holdings pertaining to D.A. Jones.

1991 Statistical Profile for New Tecumseth - A statistical profile for The Town of New Tecumseth, compiled by the County of Simcoe.

One New Muncicipality: Alliston, Beeton, Tecumseth, and Tottenham United - An Alliston Herald article discussing the 1991 amalgamation.

Excerpts from "Never A Day So Bright" - A series of non-referenced excerpts from author Kate Scott Aitken's book, Never a Day So Bright.

Telephones In Service - A listing of the number of telephones in service in Beeton from 1906-1973.

A Look Back at the Great Fire of Beeton - An excellent look back at the Great Fire of Beeton, 1892. Much of the business section of the town was destroyed in the fire.

Eight Municipalities to be Three - The cover page of the Beeton Record Sentinel several days after the news of amalgamation struck. The page includes articles entitled "Eight Municipalities to be Three", "Milne to be Mayor?", and "Tecumseth Ready to Get on With Future". It also includes a map illustrating the newly formed boundaries in South Simcoe.

The Beeton Methodist Church - A history of the Beeton Methodist Church covering Methodist history in Beeton, church contruction, Beeton history, cornerstone ceremony, children's essays, official opening of church, and financial records.