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    Clippings donated by Rita Quilty

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    This is a collection of historical newspaper clippings from The Renfrew Mercury and Renfrew Journal dating as far back as the late 1800's. The collection was donated to the library by Rita Quilty.

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    This is a collection of songs from Wes Bomhower's CD, which was produced by John Taggart.

    This is a collection of stories written by Wes Bomhower, some of which have appeared in the Madawaska Highlander newspaper.

    This is a collection of poems written by Wes Bomhower,the Valley Poet

    Greater Madawaska Public Library was founded as the Bagot & Blythfied Public Library in 1978 by four ladies dedicated to literacy at the request of the then reeve, Bob Knight. Since then it has evolved as amalgamations occurred, to the Bagot, Blythfield and Brougham Public Library and finally in 2001 ...

    The library experienced a flood, so temporary quarters were set up in a trailer. Librarian, Mary-Joan Hale continued to offer services and programs from the temporary library quarters.

    A picture of the Sawmill at Camel Chute

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    Three photos of the Black Donald Mine

    The Old Wooden Bridge before it was removed in 1948

    A photo of the Black Donald Mines overlooking Whitefish Lake

    William Thompson

    Calabogie sawmill

    The powerhouse interior, showing two generators - Calabogie Light & Power Company

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