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Pioneer - LYTLE, William
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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LYTLE, William,
b. Co. Sligo, Ire., 1835, and came to Canada in 1861, and worked for
farmers for some years, after which he took up the present homestead of 100
acres, lot 14, con. 9, Arthur, from the Crown. It was at that time worth $2.70
per acre, and at the time of this writing is valued at $5,500. When he first
set. upon his farm it was an unbroken forest, and he had to endure and overcome
all the hardships in connection with pioneer life. He never had any financial
help, and he and his family have acquired all of their property by their own
efforts. They now own 448 acres clear of debt. Mr. Lyle carries on mixed
farming, and feeds cattle for export. He is a much respected citizen, a member
of the Church of England, and a Conservative. In 1867 he m. Margaret Armstrong.
Issue: William R. and Noble, Arthur Tp.; Robert, at home; Samuel, Maryborough;
and Mrs. George Noble, Moorefield.
From: Historical Atlas of the County of Wellington, Ontario. Toronto: Historical Atlas Publishing Co., 1906 |
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