A Few More Historic Plaques

 As I've looked around downtown Meaford, I've found more historic plaques that were in place before the Tidbits project even started.  These ones all provide the information we might need to know to appreciate them.  There are five of these, so let's go!

The first of course, and the best known is the Cenotaph, the war memorial.  A ceremony is held here every Remembrance Day, and a number of wreaths are placed in memory of the men who gave their lives in service.

Down the street is a provincial historical plaque recognizing the founding of Meaford, though unfortunately the plaque itself is in poor shape.

Beside this plaque are three information panels that describe the building of Meaford Hall, which became at an early stage the 'heart of the community', then was restored and renovated starting in 2003.  The new hall opened for business in 2006, operating largely as a concert hall.

Closer to the bay, in McCarroll Park, is a second provincial historic plaque, in recognition of Sir Lyman Duff, who was born in Meaford and served as Canada's Chief Justice from 1933-1944.  He was on the Supreme Court for a total of 37 years, the longest serving Supreme Court Justice in our history, though he did leave Meaford while still an infant.

Some distance down the shoreline is a substantial monument to William Stephenson, Meaford's first Postmaster.  This monument was erected as a Centennial project by public school teachers and pupils in 1967.

William Stephenson was not only Meaford's first Postmaster, he also opened the first inn and tavern.  The settlement was commonly know as Stephenson's Landing before it was incorporated as Meaford in 1874.

Finally, this large boulder sits in Fred Raper Park, and holds a small recognition plaque.

It's for the Apple Harvest Craft Show Committee, recognizing the enormous effort put in by these volunteers to hold this popular event every year.  The show has donated funds to support a number of causes in Meaford.

Sorry it has taken me so long to get this posted.  I'm enjoying this historical research, but it's taking awhile.  Thanks to the Museum staff who have been very helpful.