The book Upper Canada Sketches by Thomas Conant is the source of many interesting facts and tales concerning the early history of Oshawa.  One such tale he writes of concerns Oshawa’s only known duel.

Area Lawyer Is Honoured

Saturday, January 2nd, 1965 – The Oshawa Times

Roger Gordon Conant, 42, of Greenwood, is one of the 107 Ontario barristers appointed as a Queen’s Counsel. Manager of industrial relations for Honeywell Controls Limited, of Leaside, he is a son of a former attorney-gener

For so many, the arrival of the holiday season often means travelling both near and far, as families come together to celebrate.  Travelling long distances for the holidays may seem like a more recent trend, what with the availability of cars, trains and airplanes, it turns out that this was not the case.  While it may be easier to travel now, the

Eagle Of The Sea

Wednesday, December 1st, 1926 – The Oshawa Daily Reformer

Massive Attraction To Be Shown At The Regent Next Week

Splendid Response

Tuesday, November 1st, 1955 – The Daily Times-Gazette

Householders in the north end of Oshawa made a fine response to the new type of Hallowe’en shell out last night. A total of $32.15 was collected on their rounds by the c