The definitive history of monorails in Canada from 1896 to 2020.What makes this book unique is it also reviews all the monorail proposals that have been pitched over the years not just the 6 monorails that were built. There have been many proposals. Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Winnipeg, Niagara Falls, Toronto, Montreal are some of the cities that had studies done looking at monorail as a possible transit system.Montreal alone has had over 15 studies that included monorail...

The definitive history on the early history of Bergeytown, New Hope, and Hespeler, Ontario by Winfield Brewster. Featuring the following booklets:J. Hespeler, New Hope C.W. - 1951,The Floodgate: Random Writings of Our Ain Folk - 1952,Hespeler Yarns - 1953,La Rue de Commerce; Queen St. Hespeler, Ontario, - 1954, plus The Short History of Hespeler Public School and rare Maps and Photos. Compiled by Paul Langan

The definitive history on the early history of Bergeytown, New Hope, and Hespeler, Ontario by Winfield Brewster. Featuring the following booklets:J. Hespeler, New Hope C.W. - 1951The Floodgate: Random Writings of Our Ain Folk - 1952Hespeler Yarns - 1953La Rue de Commerce; Queen St. Hespeler, Ontario, - 1954plusThe Short History of Hespeler Public Schooland rare Maps and PhotosCompiled by Paul Langan

The definitive book on the tragic CP Rail Crash May 2nd, 1956, in Galt, Ontario (now Cambridge). William Palmer and Tommy Watson lost their lives in the crash. Interviews with 4 members of the train crews that were there that day. Sixty-four years later people are still haunted by the images of that fateful day. Includes the full Inquest, photos and interviews with Ken Shillington, William Hopkins, Ron Westworth and George Nutkins.

The “Scotsman” ocean liner slammed into Belle Isle off the northern coast of Newfoundland, September 22nd, 1899 leaving 14 dead. This tragic event turned even more devastating as firemen on the crew, hired on as “scabs” in England, began a drunken rampage and robbed passengers of their belongings.Stranded in the harsh climate of Belle Isle, men, women and children fought to survive. This harrowing tale is classic in Canadian maritime history.Included are interviews with shi...

Idylwild Park was located between Preston and Hespeler, Ontario along the Galt, Preston, Hespeler Electric Railway line.It has been over a century since it was in operation, and there is no trace of its existence now. Yet, people are intrigued to learn more about it.This booklet, for the first time, collects all the information on Idylwild Park including photos, articles, postcards, interviews and maps. The rare 1896 railway map confirms the location of the park.The...

Reprint of a book released in 2000 detailing the major flaws in the proposed Highway 7 plan between Kitchener and Guelph, Ontario.

John “Jack” Langan was born during the firestorm of insurrection on May 18th, 1798, at Clondalkin, Ireland. For the first time, Paul Langan has compiled a book on Ireland’s fabled pugilist.The book covers his early years. The two epic 74 and 76-round battles with England champion Tom Spring are discussed in significant detail. The book then follows Langan’s retirement in Liverpool as a publican and brewery owner until his death.

John J. Langan of Sarnia, Ontario owned land in Alberta in the 1920s and 30s near Viking and Vegreville. Letters were recently discovered with correspondence between men trying to farm and/or buy the land from Mr. Langan. Includes government correspondence over the lack of tax payments. An interesting snapshot of our early history.

The definitive book on the tragic CP Rail Crash May 2nd, 1956, in Galt, Ontario (now Cambridge). William Palmer and Tommy Watson lost their lives in the crash involving two steam trains. Interviews with 4 members of the train crews that were there that day. Sixty-four years later people are still haunted by the images of that fateful day. Includes the full Inquest, photos and interviews with Ken Shillington, William Hopkins, Ron Westworth and George Nutkins.

"A bold challenge to one of Christianity's most divisive doctrines"For nearly 500 years, the Catholic doctrine of purgatory has shaped the faith and fears of millions. But what if this teaching—used to control believers through guilt and terror—has no biblical foundation whatsoever?Canadian author and historian Paul Langan delivers a devastating critique of purgatory in this concise yet comprehensive examination. Drawing from careful biblic...

The Coombe was a home in Hespeler, Ontario. From 1905-1913, Smyly Homes in Dublin Ireland sent children to Canada for a better life. After a short period at the Coombe they were shipped out to the farms or homes to work and live. From 1913- 1947, the Children's Aid Society ran the home. It was also used as a temporary detention centre.This book captures not only the history of the Coombe but also stories of the children who lived there. The experiences of the kids range from being ...