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Waterloo Region Generations
A record of the people of Waterloo Region, Ontario. |
Herbert Gillis
1810 - Yes, date unknown
Generation: 1
1. Herbert Gillis was born CA 1810; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- Occupation: St. Clements, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; store keeper
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-455049
Notes:
The pioneer of this village [St. Clements] was Adolph Schittler. He was followed soon after by John Stroh, who opened a tavern where Mr. Burbach now resides. In this tavern Mr. Stroh also kept a post office. A store was afterwards opened by Borres & Glyck. The second store was opened by Herbert Gillis. In 1844 Ambrose Starr arrived in what then was considered a promising village. He was a leader among men and wielded a powerful influence in shaping the destinies of the village.
Waterloo County Chronicle, 24 Nov 1898
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