Bideford to its present location in Ellerslie, it broke through the ice on the mill pond. It then had to be left until spring to finish its journey to Ellerslie. Peter Millar and his family lived in it from 1874—77 when he operated his steam sawmill in Ellerslie. Later, it was occupied by several generations in the Morrison family. John and Leslie Cartwright now own it. It is believed to be‘the oldest existing house in Ellerslie.

Above left: House originally owned by James Barclay. Arnold and Catherine Ross present- ly own it.This picture was taken in 1972. Above right: Originally this house belonged to John England, son—in—law of William Ellis. At one time, it had a verandah across the front. This picture was taken in 1972 when Beecher and Edith MacDougall owned it. Fred and Jean Kuhn presently own the property. They have made extensive renovations to the house. — FROM PAULINE MILLAR COLLECTION

Above left: This picture, taken in 1972, shows part of the house originally owned by Joseph Cannon. After Sterling Millar bought the house from Mr. Cannon, part of it was taken off and sold to John MaCCaull. This remaining part was later owned by Ivan Millar, followed by Russell MacLean and then Stanley Boyle. Above right: This picture, taken in 1972, shows the part of the Joseph Cannon house that was sold to John MacCaull. John (Jack) and his wife Gladys raised a large family here. Gladys continues to live in this house. —FROM PAULINE MILLAR COLLECTION

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