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History / Biographical
Unveiling of the plaque to Dickson and Shade: On 12 September 1959, the Waterloo Historical Society sponsored an event honouring William Dickson and Absalom Shade, founders of Galt. This tape records the speeches made on that occasion.
Scope and Content
Please note that material in the oral history collection may include language that reflects outdated, biased, and potentially offensive views. This content is not in keeping with current standards, sensibilities, and efforts to honour and respect marginalized communities. It has been preserved to accurately represent historical attitudes and the context of recording.
This tape records the speeches made on that occasion by: William C. Barrie, chairman; Mayor A. White of Galt; William Cranston; Andrew Taylor; R.M. Myers M.P.P.; Reeve R.G. Ford of North Dumfries
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Kitchener Public Library
Collection
Oral History Tape Collection
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