Discover the early days and enduring community of Boston Church in Esquesing.
This historical account traces the Scotch Block era in Esquesing Township, from rugged pioneer life to the evolution of church and community. Readers glimpse settlement challenges, daily routines, and the people who shaped a faith community in 19th century Upper Canada.
Through detailed chapters, the book weaves together local stories, church records, and the milestones that tied together neighbors across Nelson, Trafalgar, and Nassagaweya. It highlights the growth of the congregation, its transition to self-sustaining status, and the social life surrounding worship, temperance, and shared labor.
Ideal for readers interested in Ontario church history, local genealogy, and the social fabric of 1800s rural Canada.
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This book was originally published prior to 1923, and represents a reproduction of an important historical work, maintaining the same format as the original work. While some publishers have opted to apply OCR (optical character recognition) technology to the process, we believe this leads to sub-optimal results (frequent typographical errors, strange characters and confusing formatting) and does not adequately preserve the historical character of the original artifact. We believe this work is culturally important in its original archival form. While we strive to adequately clean and digitally enhance the original work, there are occasionally instances where imperfections such as blurred or missing pages, poor pictures or errant marks may have been introduced due to either the quality of the original work or the scanning process itself. Despite these occasional imperfections, we have brought it back into print as part of our ongoing global book preservation commitment, providing customers with access to the best possible historical reprints. We appreciate your understanding of these occasional imperfections, and sincerely hope you enjoy seeing the book in a format as close as possible to that intended by the original publisher.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book meticulously examines the history of the Boston Church, initially founded in 1824 as the first Presbyterian Church in Esquesing, Upper Canada, and traces its evolution over almost two centuries, exploring its significance within the broader context of early Presbyterianism in Canada. The author delves into the challenges faced by the congregation during its formative years, including internal divisions and external influences, and sheds light on the role of key figures like Reverend Peter Ferguson in shaping its identity. Through the examination of church records, letters, and anecdotes, this book provides valuable insights into the lives and beliefs of the congregation members, revealing their resilience and dedication to their faith amidst the hardships of pioneer life. It highlights the establishment of schools, the construction of the church building, and the arrival of new ministers, each contributing to the growth and development of the church. By exploring the connections between the church and the surrounding community, this book offers a rich and nuanced understanding of the intertwining of religious and social life in early Canada. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334736735_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334736735
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334736735
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 142 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.30 inches. In Stock. N° de réf. du vendeur __1334736731
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 142 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.30 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk1334736731
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