Excerpt from History of the St. Thomas Parish, 1803-1921
In the year 1816 Archibald mcneal bought a 200-acre farm on the Talbot Road east of St. Thomas. This village was incorporated in the vear 1817 and named St. Thomas after Colonel Talbot, whose given name was Thomas.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book traces the history of the St. Thomas Parish from the arrival of the first settlers in 1803 to 1921. It describes the hardships faced by early Catholic settlers who had to travel long distances to attend Mass and the efforts made by priests like Bishop McDonnell to establish a Catholic presence in the region. The book documents the growth of the parish, the construction of churches and schools, and the arrival of religious orders like the Sisters of St. Joseph. It also includes a fascinating account of the first Holy Name parade in St. Thomas in 1921 and the contributions made by Catholic soldiers during World War I. Through a rich tapestry of historical events and personal anecdotes, this book sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of the Catholic community in St. Thomas. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Catholicism in Canada and the role of faith in shaping the lives of its people. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334744242_0
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