History
The focus of this section is the family histories of Bob McElroy and Diana McElroy: The McElroy Family of Richmond, Ontario; The Graydon Family of Streetsville, Ontario; The Graham Family of Victoria County, Ontario and The Magill Family of Brampton, Ontario. However, it also contains various other history related pages. Examples include: The 1908 Map of Algonquin Park by W.D.M. Bell, M.D.; A Canadian Election Primer featuring the political cartoons of J.W. Bengough; and Remembering Our Veterans, a page where we recognize those family members who served in the armed forces of their respective countries in times of war or conflict.
Derelict building at Barnett Depot on Burntroot Lake in Algonquin Park. Wash drawing by Diana McElroy, 1985 May 15.
The McElroy Family of Richmond, Ontario
Bob's Family History: The McElroys were one of the original families to settle in Richmond, Ontario, circa 1820.
The Graydon Family of Streetsville, Ontario
Diana's Family History:
Frank Morris, Teacher and Naturalist
Frank Morris, 1869 to 1949, was a teacher and naturalist. His book, Our Wild Orchids by Frank Morris and Edward Eames was published in 1929. It remains an important reference.
1908 Map of Algonquin Park by W.D.M. Bell, M.D.
Reproduced here is the 1908 Map of Algonquin Park by W.D.M. Bell, M.D.
An introduction to various issues in the current (2006 January) Canadian election based on the political cartoons of J.W. Bengough.
On this page we recognize those family members who served in the armed forces of their respective countries in times of war or conflict.