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The story of a probate fight beginning in 1883: 129 Claimants come forward to claim Thomas Henry Blythe’s fortune. Which one will walk away with the $5,000,000 prize?

Women's Occupations

What can history teach us about pandemics? - https://mailchi.mp//what-can-history-teach-us-about-pandem

When I wrote this article a couple of years ago, I tried to understand what my ancestors went through. Perhaps I have a better idea today.

Awesome images released to the public domain by the Smithsonian!

Some interesting causes of death in 1632 London England.

Tis the season...

A 19th century vampire hunting kit

Sometimes Social History is answering the Why?

The oldest profession in the world.

From Richmond Hill Public Library Welcome to the entrance to Bond Lake Park as it looked in June of 1927. In 1899, the Metropolitan Railway purchased the William Bell farm around the shores of the lake for its park. Bond Lake was Ontario’s first electric park and was certainly a popular destination for residents of Richmond Hill. People hopped on the radial railway to enjoy a day of sun, fun, picnics and sports with family and friends. Want more local history? Explore our archives: http://ow.ly/UWMa50uYICj

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