Pictou County Books and Literature: More About New Glasgow
Title: More About New Glasgow
Author: James Cameron
Publication Date: 1974
“More about New Glasgow” is an in-depth historical overview of the Town of New Glasgow that focuses more on its industrial history, early settlers, development, notable figures, and significant events that shaped the town over the years. It is sort of a second edition to Cameron’s early book “About New Glasgow” that features updated and additional information previously unpublished.
It outlines the town’s history, starting from its beginnings and through the years of rapid growth. It covers various aspects of community life, including municipal services, police, traffic, motor vehicles, the role and experiences of the Firemen, a discussion on liquor, entertainment, and sport. It recognizes notable local personalities who made significant contributions to the town.
New Glasgow was initially a small village with only five farms in 1805, surrounded by forest and swamp areas. The town gradually grew with the establishment of collieries in Albion Mines (Stellarton) in 1827, leading to a boost in population and trade. Cameron explains how the establishment of the Town of New Glasgow through an act passed by the General Assembly of Nova Scotia in 1834. This act extended the provisions of a former act to appoint Commissioners of Streets and Highways for New Glasgow, marking an important milestone in the town’s governance and infrastructure development
New Glasgow, like any town, is not perfect and is as good as the townspeople have made it, indicating challenges which may arise due to the actions of its inhabitants. It ends with a look at the churches that have shaped the spiritual life of New Glasgow, the laws- Aberdeen Hospital, Y.M.C.A., and The City Club- that influenced the town’s development.
It provides a comprehensive overview of the historical, social, and municipal aspects of New Glasgow, shedding light on its evolution, key figures, challenges, and societal changes over time. Certainly a good resource for people from the area or anyone looking to learn more about New Glasgow.
Some other James Cameron books about Pictou County:
- 100 Years of the Municipality of Pictou County, N.S. 1879-1979
- 150 Years in the Life of the First Presbyterian Church (1786-1936) New Glasgow, Nova Scotia
- About New Glasgow
- About Pictonians
- Pictou County’s History
- Industrial History of the New Glasgow District
- More About Pictonians
- Still More About Pictonians
- Ships and Seamen of New Glasgow, Nova Scotia
- Tram Cars in East Pictou
- Yesteryears In Pictou County
- The Pictonians Colliers
- Pictonians In Arms A Military History of Pictou County
- The Churches of New Glasgow
- Disasters in the Pictou Coal Field
- Wreck of the Melmerby
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