3451 McBean St. The Historical Atlas of Carleton County, published in 1879, features drawings of the homes of prominent county residents including this McBean St. residence of William Butler. Mr. Butler was a long time Richmond Postmaster (1857-1902), merchant, tradesman, … Continue reading
We found the following article which outlines the case against Robert Hamilton in the shooting death of George Brownlee. However questions remain. Was Hamilton found guilty and if so what was his punishment? Why was Hamilton so angry about his … Continue reading
By James McTavish Captain George Lyon of the 99th/100th regiment – was the major merchant and mill owner in Richmond. He was elected to the Assembly of Upper Canada (1832) and Canada West (1846). Capt. Lyon owned an “Estate” south of … Continue reading
by James McTavish The following letter was written by Catherine on the above date while she stayed at Chippawa in 1814 during the Battle of Chippawa Creek, one of the battles of the War of 1812. In early times, it … Continue reading
By James McTavish George Seymour Lyon Robinson Lyon’s son, George Seymour Lyon, was born and raised in Richmond, later moving to Toronto. This grandson of Captain George Lyon gained notoriety as an athlete, golf and cricket in particular. He … Continue reading
By James McTavish Robert Lyon (1812 – 1833) With his older brother, Captain George Lyon, well established in the military settlement of Richmond and holding considerable influence in the region through personal and political connections, Robert Lyon had been … Continue reading
By James McTavish Captain George Lyon of Richmond was born in Inverurie, Aberdeenshire, Scotland in 1790, the eldest child of George Lyon, long time Baillie (Mayor) of that town and his wife, Elspet Philip. There were a total of ten … Continue reading
3607 McBean St. This small smokehouse is a remnant of the pioneer domestic economy which characterized the village in the nineteenth century. It reflects a time in Richmond’s history when almost every family had its own garden and probably also, … Continue reading