The R.B. Layton Postcard Collection
Rev. Dr. Robert Blackwood Layton (1879-1973) was a Presbyterian minister from Nova Scotia who had churches in Trinidad, and Nova Scotia. He moved to Alberta in 1924 and the next year became a United Church minister (at church union). He was educated at Dalhousie University, Pinehill Presbyterian College, University of Glasgow, and had an honorary doctorate conferred on him by the University of Alberta.
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In the 20 June 1916 Nova Scotia election, Liberal George Murray was re-elected.In the 20 June 1916 Nova Scotia election, Liberal George Murray was …Oakville Public Library![[Uncle Sam]](https://images.halinet.on.ca/OakvilleImages/Images/DF/thumbs/DF067351t.jpg "[Uncle Sam]")
The American icon Uncle Sam was based on Samuel Wilson, a businessman from Troy, New York. During the War of 1812 he supplied the army with beef in barrels labeled "U.S." (for "United States") but itThe American icon Uncle Sam was based on Samuel Wilson, a businessman …Oakville Public Library
Valentine mailed from Halifax to Rev. R.B. Layton, New Aberdeen, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia.Valentine mailed from Halifax to Rev. R.B. Layton, New Aberdeen, Cape Breton, …Oakville Public Library
Postcard mailed to Rev. R.B. Layton, New Aberdeen, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, from Tatamagouche, N.S.Postcard mailed to Rev. R.B. Layton, New Aberdeen, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, …Oakville Public Library
Postcard mailed to Mrs. Layton, 13 Derby Terrace, Sauchiehall St., Glasgow, Scotland, mailed from Glasgow.Postcard mailed to Mrs. Layton, 13 Derby Terrace, Sauchiehall St., Glasgow, Scotland, …Oakville Public Library
Sharon Presbyterian Church was built in 1854 at a cost of £580 during the ministry of Rev. James Byers. It is now called Sharon United Church.Sharon Presbyterian Church was built in 1854 at a cost of £580 …Oakville Public Library
Alexander Graham Bell (1847-1922) and his wife Mabel (nee Hubbard) (1857-1923) lived at their estate 3 km from Baddeck, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, from the mid 1880s until their deaths. At the beginniAlexander Graham Bell (1847-1922) and his wife Mabel (nee Hubbard) (1857-1923) lived …Oakville Public Library
St. Giles, founded in 1120s as a Catholic church, is basically a 15th century Gothic structure with many alterations. The leader of the Scottish Reformation, John Knox (1505-1572), served as ministerSt. Giles, founded in 1120s as a Catholic church, is basically a …Oakville Public Library
Three miles east of Dunblane, at Sheriffmuir is the "Gathering Stone." It was here in 1715 that the powerful Duke of Argyll is said to have watched the opposing Jacobite army gather.Three miles east of Dunblane, at Sheriffmuir is the "Gathering Stone." It …Oakville Public Library
Cambuskenneth Abbey was an Augustinian monastery, near Stirling, Scotland, that lies in ruins. Nearby is the tomb of King James III, who was buried in 1488.Cambuskenneth Abbey was an Augustinian monastery, near Stirling, Scotland, that lies in …Oakville Public Library
Stirling Castle dates from the 15th and 16th centuries.Stirling Castle dates from the 15th and 16th centuries.Oakville Public Library
The Stirling beheading stone is thought to have been used for capital punishments in the 15th Century and was probably used in the executions of various important figures.The Stirling beheading stone is thought to have been used for capital …Oakville Public Library
The Battle of Stirling Bridge was a battle of the First War of Scottish Independence. On 11 September 1297, the forces of Andrew Moray and William Wallace defeated the combined English forces of JohnThe Battle of Stirling Bridge was a battle of the First War …Oakville Public Library
The Palace of Holyroodhouse is the official residence of the Monarch of the United Kingdom in Scotland. Founded as a monastery by David I, King of Scots in 1128, it has served as the principal resideThe Palace of Holyroodhouse is the official residence of the Monarch of …Oakville Public Library
By the use of galleries, and a dividing wall, two separate congregations could, at the same hour, be accommodated, with seating sufficient for 2,000 worshippers. Church of the Holy Rude (Holy Cross).By the use of galleries, and a dividing wall, two separate congregations …Oakville Public Library
Robert the Bruce (1274-1329) was King of the Scots from 1306 until his death in 1329. He became one of Scotland’s greatest kings and warriors, leading Scotland during the Wars of Scottish IndependencRobert the Bruce (1274-1329) was King of the Scots from 1306 until …Oakville Public Library
Wilton Lodge Park, one of the most beautiful public parks in Scotland, is set in 107 acres on the banks of the River Teviot, southeast of Edinburgh.Wilton Lodge Park, one of the most beautiful public parks in Scotland, …Oakville Public Library
There is still part of the original 14th century cross built into the shaft of the existing 1885 Mercat Cross which stands to this day. It was the central meeting place where Royal proclamations andThere is still part of the original 14th century cross built into …Oakville Public Library
Today the Kelvingrove Art Gallery is a museum and art gallery in Glasgow, Scotland, on the banks of the River Kelvin. Built in a Spanish Baroque style using local red sandstone, it opened in 1901.Today the Kelvingrove Art Gallery is a museum and art gallery in …Oakville Public Library
The University of Glasgow is the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world, dating from 1451. In 1870 it moved from High Street, due to overcrowding and squalor of the city and the expanThe University of Glasgow is the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking …Oakville Public Library
