Public Utilities

Beeton Agency - Phone directory for the Village of Beeton, 1885.

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.

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.

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