People

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.

Kate Scott Aitken 1891-1971 - These words can be found on a plaque located in Community Park, Beeton, Ontario.

Kate Scott Aitken Memorial Day - This booklet was handed out at the unveiling of the Kate Aitken Memorial Plaque in Community Park, Beeton.

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 - An 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.

An annotated bibliography with extensive notes - A useful listing of some local history publications. The bibliography focuses on, but is not limited to, Beeton and D.A. Jones.

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.

Beeton and Its Neighbourhoods - Excerpt from A History of Simcoe County: The Pioneers written by Andrew F. Hunter. This document gives a very unique and rare look at the early settlers in Beeton and the surrounding area.

David Allanson Jones 1835-1910 - A Chronology of His Life - A chronology of the life of David Allanson(D.A.) Jones, with particular emphasis on his time in Beeton and his influence on the development of the Village. Includes an annotated bibliography with extensive notes.

D.A. Jones' Bee Yard - A photograph of D.A. Jones' bee yard located on Centre St., Beeton, On.

Beeton Honey Festival 1973 Programme - A programme for the Beeton Honey Festival. Includes useful information about bees in general. Also has a brief biography of D.A. Jones, and some honey recipes.

The Canadian Bee Journal - Excerpts from the inaugural edition of D.A. Jones' Canadian Bee Journal.

The Story of Honey - This beautiful booklet presents an interesting and educational story for children and adults about the world's oldest and best sweet. It informs you of the unceasing toil by the bee which gives to man this delectable product honey and through pollination has added much to the production of man's daily food.

Centennial History of the Beeton Fair and the Pioneers - Programme for the Centennial running of the Beeton Fall Fair. Booklet includes a history of the Agricultural Society, photographs of past presidents of the Agricultural Society, Village of Beeton History, Fall Fair History, and Pioneer History.

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.

D.A. Jones Memorial Day Programme - Programme for D.A. Jones Memorial Day, June 1, 1957. This booklet also contains a detailed biography of D.A. Jones.

Certificate of Recognition - A certificate of recognition describing a booklet available from the Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame Association. The booklet contains portraits of people who have made an important contribution to Ontario Agriculture, including D.A. Jones. A reproduction of the page on which D.A. Jones appears is attached.

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

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.

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

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