Category Archives: People

Davis presenting Sprague with appreciation gift.

Passing the baton

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Erin McFaul Davis takes over as President of Seventh Town Historical Society

After the Annual General Meeting of members, Erin McFaul Davis formally took over as president of Seventh Town Historical Society from Beverly Sprague, who held the position for the past five years.

In Sprague’s farewell remarks to members in attendance, she thanked all those who supported her during her tenure and promised to continue as an active volunteer for STHS and become an advocate for promoting heritage as a Prince Edward County asset.

Davis expressed admiration for the volunteers of STHS and hopes to build on the accomplishments of the past five years by spurring growth in community outreach and engagement programs.

Beverly Sprague and Gordon Fox sitting in red chairs.

Growing up County and other stories

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The second episode of our “Greatest Stories Never Told” series features County local Gordon Fox who in Part 1 of his interview, talks about his childhood and early years on the family farm.

In Part 2, Gordon Fox reminisces about his early jobs and how he built a career working with the developmentally challenged.

Carmen McDermaid

Christmases past and other stories

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Carman McDermaid recounts a few Christmas memories and talks about working in the Northport Cannery, winter and other anecdotes.

This is the first in a series of live or recorded County stories to be produced thanks to a grant from The County Foundation. If you have stories to tell or material related to your family history that you’d like to donate or share, please contact us by taking this short survey.

Happy Holidays to all!

Postscript: Shortly after this video was released, we were saddened to learn of Carman’s passing on February 15, 2025. We appreciate and cherish the memories he shared with us.