Early History of Alma and Green Hill

in Pictou County Books, Pictou County History

Myra Crockett’s Early History of Alma and Green Hill provides a detailed account of the early settlement and history of the communities of Alma and Green Hill, particularly focusing on the period from the late 1700s to the early 1800s. Includes anecdotes about individuals and families who were part of the fabric of these communities, adding a personal touch to the historical narrative and making the past come alive through their stories and contributions. Overall It offers a comprehensive look at the early days of living in Pictou County, providing a window into their past that can help us appreciate the heritage, traditions, and evolution of both the communities

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Sylvester

in Pictou County Communities

Sylvester is a rural community located along the Middle River north of Green Hill. It was named after an early settler.

1879 Millbrook Map (Section 10)

in Historic Maps

The 1879 Millbrook Map (Section 10) highlights basic topographic features of the community along with with cadastral data of prominent land owners, locations of buildings and many other details. It also featured the communities of Millbrook, Gairloch, Mount Pleasant, Pleasant Valley, Limerock, and Green Hill.

1879 Green Hill Map (Section 8)

in Historic Maps

The 1879 Green Hill Map (Section 8) highlights basic topographic features of the community along with with cadastral data of prominent land owners, locations of buildings and many other details. It also featured the communities of Durham and Loch Broom.

1878 Pictou County Map

in Historic Maps

In this 1878 Pictou County map, you can see that the county was once divided into 3 regions: Pictou (western portion), Egerton (central region), and Maxwelton (eastern portion).

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Crown Land Grant Map 087

in Crown Land Grant Map

Crown Land Grant Map 087 provides a historic cartographic representation of what the parcel fabric originally looked like when the land in this region was first granted to settlers. It contains areas around the communities of Mount Thom, Salt Springs, Green Hill, Alma, Watervale, Millbrook, Hopewell, Landsdowne, Eureka, Churchville, and the Towns of New Glasgow, Stellarton, and Westville.

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