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Pioneer - JACK, Edward
Biographical Sketches of
Early Settlers of Wellington County
Information from: Historical Atlas of the County of Wellington, Ontario.
Toronto: Historical Atlas Publishing Co., 1906
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JACK, Edward
, (d.), b. in New Brunswick, 1822, d. 1886. He m. Mary Tatton, and
they came to Ontario, and to Maryborough Township in 1849, when it was known
as the "Queen's Bush". They were among the first pioneers of the township,
and Mr. Jack took up 200 acres of land and cleared it. Their nearest mill was
at Elora, and t was from there that these early pioneers carried their flour
and other provisions, either on their backs, or with oxen attached to
"jumpers" through the woods. Drayton at this time, contained but three or
four log shanties, and Moorefield had not been thought of. The late Edward
Jack, was a man of indomitable courage and energy, and became a well-to-do,
and prosperous citizen. He was a member of the Christian church, and took an
active interest in church work. He never sought municipal honours, but in
politics was a Liberal. Of his family of thirteen children, only two survive:
Jesse, and Mrs. John Price of Maryborough.
Jesse, b. in Maryborough, in 1861, and was raised there. He m. Rebecca Black. Issue: Joseph E., Charles N., Merlin W., and Cyril. Mr. Jack owns the old homestead, and like his father, is a successful and enterprising citizen. His well kept farm and buildings are indicative of prosperity. He is a member of the Presbyterian church, and in politics is a Liberal. Outside of being School Trustee for some years, he has not held office. From: Historical Atlas of the County of Wellington, Ontario. Toronto: Historical Atlas Publishing Co., 1906 |
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