This is a repeat od an earlier post but certainly worth another look.
The N/W corner of Bay and Adelaide in the early 1800's, the home and brewery of John Doel.
The N/W corner of Bay and Adelaide in the early 1800's, the home and brewery of John Doel.
John Doel.
The N/W corner of Bay and Adelaide in 1827 the home and brewery of John Doel.
Although this photo is labelled 1914 in the archives it has to be earlier as E.S. Willard performed his final North American tour in 1905 and died in 1915. By now the rural family home of Mr. Doel has been converted to commercial space, an employment agency of some sort.
E.S. Willard
The N/W corner of Bay and Adelaide in 1910.By now the family house has been turned into a discount store and is in a sad state of disrepair.
Suits $15.00-no more, no less!
The Gayety Theatre (billboard) was located on Richmond Street.
Again in 1924 shortly before it's demolition.
A wider shot in 1924 showing the empty lot......
The same corner in 2010.
1910.
2010.For more information on the life of John Doel please visit the Black Creek Growler.
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