Despite the presence of a few notable horologists in Quebec, the clockmaking industry in the province never really flourished. The industries of the American states bordering Canada, such as New England or Connecticut, rapidly took over the North American market. This piece is an exception and is one of the rare wall clocks made in Quebec, Stanstead, by artisan Porter Kimball. It is an extremely rare clockwork artefact; there now remain only a dozen similar pieces. Gift of Maurice Lemay, renowned antique dealer and collector from Sherbrooke, 1962. Inventory number : 1989.1124

The Narrows Bridge is a covered bridge spanning Fitch Bay on Lake Memphremagog. The bridge was built by Charles and Alexander MacPherson of Georgeville for the sum of $775. The contract spelled out every detail: the trusses had to be of the Town lattice type; the camber, 2.5 inches; and the balance beams, of “old growth tamarack free from sap and all defects.” The material had to be “of first quality and the workmanship first class.” The Narrows Bridge still stands today, as a testament both to its sturdy construction and to the will of the local people to preserve this important heritage structure classified by the government of Quebec. This artefact is part of the Marion Morrill Fonds. Inventory Number: Mor 15.1

Born in Granby, Maude Gage Pellerin (1884-1958) was an only child. When she was a young girl, the family moved to Hatley, where Maude remained for the rest of her life. In addition to contributing to historical columns in the Stanstead Journal regularly, Maude published two books: The Story of Hatley, a local history, and Songs of Old Quebec. She also co-authored The Trail of the Broad Highway with her friend Bertha Weston Price. Her collections of oral stories and descriptions of pioneer life in the Eastern Townships, likely written in the 1950s, were published in 2021 by her granddaughter Linda Pellerin. Gift of Linda, Brenda and Shirley Pellerin, granddaughters of Maude Gage Pellerin, 2017. Inventory number: 2017.15.3

This animal was captured by Merrick Belknap, Warren Drew and Everette Duquette, all residents of Magog at the time, as they were out capturing fish for Magog’s fish hatchery near Carp Lake, located north of Saint-Jovite. With a weight of about 1,200 pounds and antlers 62 ½" wide from one end to the other, this is one of the largest specimens of moose ever hunted in Quebec. The men’s triumph was applauded in the Sherbrooke Daily Record on their return, and the head was preserved by taxidermist Robert Elliott. Donated by Merrick Belknap for the exhibit Touring the Townships, 2010. Inventory number: 2010.4

This map of Lake Memphremagog is the work of Marie A. Kuhnel. Drawn in black and sepia ink as well as pencil, the map is enhanced with blue and brown watercolour. The drawing and calligraphy are precise and very fine, which testifies to the high level of skill of the artist, of whom only the name is known. The map contains details of the hydrographic network surrounding the lake on both sides of the border and names the important villages in the area. Notably, Sugar Loaf Pond appears to have previously been known as "Concert Pond". Unknown donor. Inventory Number : s.n.

The Old Guard Dinner, 1882 Photographer William James Topley (1845-1930) is Ottawa’s greatest 19th century portraitist. To achieve this impressive group composition commemorating a banquet given in honour of John A. Macdonald, as seen standing in the centre of the image, Topley combined several techniques. He photographed each representative individually, cut out the portraits, placed them in a hand-painted setting, and then re-photographed the result to have a uniform view of the complete scene. Thanks to all these delicate and expensive processes, Topley succeeded in making a complex composition worthy of history painting, which can be reproduced in multiple copies and sizes. Gift of Mrs. Helen Colby, 1992. Inventory Number : 920969

Frank Henry Sleeper (1862-1937), the famous inventor of the Norton Jack from Coaticook, conceived many utilitarian objects during his lifetime, among which was this treadmill. Powered by a dog, sheep, or goat walking on the moving platform, the conveyor belt moved to the speed of the animal. This movement harnessed the force required to operate a butter churn. At the time, sheep power was considered to be the least expensive, most durable, and most effective of all. A single sheep could churn the butter of twenty cows! Gift of Mr. Thorton Cleveland of Libbytown, circa 1900. Inventory Number : 1990.251

This diminutive microscope made of brass was likely produced by the W & S Jones company, London, which purchased the rights to George Adams' book 'Essays on the Microscope'. This book contained engravings of instruments that were then produced from 1795 onwards, and this particular model was first depicted by Adams in about 1787. Focusing is achieved by moving the object to be observed. By reversing the microscope in the base, it can also function as a hand-held instrument with its base serving as a handle; the mirror is removed and the microscope pointed towards the light source. Instructions of use read : “This microscope is adapted to the viewing of all sorts of objects, whether transparent, or opake; and for injects, flowers, animalcules, and the infinite variety of the minutia of nature and art, will be found the most complete and portable, for the price, of any hitherto contrived.” Gift of The Ursulines College, 2005. Inventory number : 2020.x.29

is anonymous painting features, far right, Stanstead inventor Henry Seth Taylor (1831-1887) during a trip to the Megantic lake area. It is the work of a gifted amateur who had no formal artistic training - this is especially noticeable by the depiction of the hands and the stiffness of the body. The painting closely resembles an existing photograph of the same scene; the figures and their environment were probably first drawn on the canvas using a projector. The artist slightly improved the scene: the opening in the sky is larger and the individuals stand further apart from one another, giving a less crowded impression of the encampment. Gift of John Gilman, unknown date. Restoration made by the Centre de conservation du Québec. Inventory Number : 1989.1477

Businessman and politician Marcus Child (1792-1859) was born in West Boylston, Massachusetts. He settled in Stanstead County in 1812, where he worked as a pharmacist, and later as postmaster and magistrate. He then moved to Coaticook where he worked as a merchant and manufacturer. Marcus Child was elected to the Lower Canada Legislative Assembly for Stanstead in 1829, serving from 1829 to 1830, and again from 1834 to 1837. In the 1830s, Marcus Child sided with Louis-Joseph Papineau's Patriotes Party, and during the Lower Canada Rebellions was obliged to flee to Vermont. He was re-elected to the Assembly against Moses French Colby in 1841, and served until 1844. He is known as one of the founders of the Stanstead Seminary, which would later become Stanstead College. Gift of Jean G. Castles, 1980. Inventory number: 1989.307

This medicine case once contained vials filled with the ingredients required in the preparation of medicines and belonged to Dr. Chester William Cowles. Following his studies at the University of New York, at the age of 24, Dr. Cowles accepted a partnership with Stanstead Plain’s local physician, Dr. Moses French Colby. This case with multiple compartments, a locking mechanism and a handle wears the mark of Leach & Green which originates from the United States, Boston. Gift of Miss H. Cowles, unknown date. Inventory Number: 1989.1162

Made of lustrous rabbit fur in the Mélusine style, this top hat with a rolled-up brim and flared cap is an accessory worn exclusively by men. Synonymous with high social status, it is worn on occasions requiring formal wear. This hat was made by the London hat-making company Henry Heath, active from 1822 until the 1930s. It was owned by Charles Carroll Colby, builder of Carrollcroft. Slipped into the interior ledge is a postcard addressed to Harriet Colby, wife of Charles, and written by Martha Stoddard Colby, her niece. Gift of Mrs Helen Colby, 1992. Inventory Number : s.n.

This dark green transparent visor was frequently worn between the late 19th and mid-20th centuries by accountants, telegraphers, editors and others engaged in activities requiring an eye for detail. This type of object aimed to protect the eyes from the brightness of incandescent lamps and candles, thus reducing eyestrain. The green colour was considered particularly relaxing for the eyes and its use was widespread, especially in the manufacture of banker's lamps. The first patent for this visor model was awarded to William Mahony on September 25, 1900. The manufacturer's advertising attributed several qualities to them: lightweight, adjustable, durable and hygienic! Unknown donor. Inventory Number : 2019.x1

This brown taffeta and velvet wedding dress was worn by Eva Lafrance for her marriage to Joseph Turcotte in 1884, when she was 16 years old. Both were residents of Stanstead and operated a small store for several years. This wedding dress was also worn by Eva (Lafrance) Turcotte's mother for her wedding, circa 1864. In the 19th century, coloured wedding dresses were considered the norm, and those with shades of plum conveyed the ultimate elegance. The tradition of wearing a white wedding dress is credited to Queen Victoria who married in 1840, but this trend only becomes the norm decades later. Gift of Mrs. Roland Rodrigue, unknown date. Inventory Number : 1989.1517.1-2

A leather container used for storing and transporting artificial flies used for angling. This fly box belonged to Henry Seth Taylor and to his son Charles Henry Taylor. It shows that an interest in fishing was passed down from one generation to the next and thus established a bond between father and son. A professional watchmaker as well as hunting and fishing enthusiast, Henry Seth Taylor (1833-1887) built the first steam car in Canada. Charles H. Taylor (1869-1927) was Mayor of Stanstead Plain from 1904 to 1906. Gift of Charles H. Taylor, unknown date. Inventory Number : 1989.1296

Whist, a trick-taking card game of English origin, was very popular amongst the Western elite in the 18th and 19th centuries. As such, it was very present in the literature of the time, and is seen played by characters in the works of Jane Austen, Arthur Conan Doyle, and Leo Tolstoy. Because of its popularity, the game developed many variants, such as bridge which has been the most popular since its introduction in the early 20th century. In order to help keep track of the score in an elegant fashion, devices called whist markers were manufactured in the 19th century. In addition to the usual score and trump tracking sections, these particular markers possess a distinctive feature: a third section where players could keep track of the number of games won. Gift of the Butters & Cassils families, 2014. Inventory Number : 2014.5.7-8

Women's handbags have their origins in the late 18th century, when the slim silhouette of the dresses prevented women from carrying their belongings in free-standing pockets hidden under their skirts. Its first form was the reticule, a small bag barely big enough to carry some makeup and calling cards. If the uses of handbags have multiplied at the same rate as their shapes, the reticule continues to be worn as an evening accessory and it was particularly popular in the 1920s. This satin bag has very small top handles and is only intended to be carried by hand. Gift of Marguerite Lecours, unknown date. Inventory Number : 1989.x.6

These tiny butterfly-shaped perfume bottles are made of blown glass, animal hair, paint, paper, gold and cork. They are presented here in their original packaging, a round cardboard box with both the maker’s and seller’s logos. The maker, Reiss Parfumeur, was a German perfumer founded in Frankfurt in 1837 who was still active at the turn of the 20th century when the bottles and their packaging were made. This pair was bought in a Boston perfume store, attesting to the close connections between Boston and Stanstead at this period in time. Gift of the Butters and Cassils families, 2014. Inventory Number : 2014.5.1.1-3

Wool, after it has been sheared and washed, needs to be brushed. This process of aligning fibres is necessary prior to spinning, which provides the long, continuous yarn that is transformed into textiles. While combs in various materials had been used to brush wool for thousands of years, likely since the domestication of the animal, a new tool appeared in the early 14th century: carders. It consists of a pair of two identical objects made of a handle, a wooden plate, a leather strap, and hundreds of tiny metal hooks. The use of carders allows the production of wool that contains more air, which makes it warmer than combed wool. Whitmore was an American brand known for its wool industry products. Unknown donor. Inventory Number : 1990.325.1-2

Initially having an exclusively utilitarian function, glasses quickly became an important fashion accessory for the 19th-century bourgeoisie. Lorgnettes were very fashionable, where adornments and aesthetics took precedence over visual correction. First reserved for men before being used by women, lorgnettes are considered accessories and even jewelry, thus constructed from precious materials. Made of tortoiseshell, this model is made of two binoculars of different strengths and a handle split lengthwise which allows the glasses to be folded for safe transport. Unknown donor. Inventory Number : 1989.1088

Because of their wool, sheep are among the earliest domesticated animals from around 10 000 BCE. As soon as bronze tools became available from 3000 BCE onward, the basic shape of shears was designed and has since not changed: two one-sided sharpened blades facing one another and linked by a spring, all made from a single piece of metal. This type of shears dominated the shearing industry until the middle of the 19th century. By 1900, machine shearing became the norm. Gift of Lewis A. Demick, 1977. Inventory Number : 1990.556

This map is an engraving based on data from British & American Boundary Commissioners, British American Land Co. and the Crown Land Department and Special Surveys & Observations. Based on the 1861 census, this map is an important source for the socio-economic history of the region. It was published by Putman and Gray and includes population statistics, a business directory, a table of distances, 18 inserts from the region and four buildings illustrations. Ormando W. Gray (1829-1912) was an American civil and topographical engineer who produced maps and atlases. Unknown donor. Inventory Number : s.n.

Lacrosse was Canada’s first national sport and was the most popular in Cornwall, Ontario. Frank Lally, renowned lacrosse stick maker, opened his business there in 1893 following his retirement as a lacrosse player in 1889. It was in 1901 that his products were recognized by fellow players as being, according to the company, "the best sticks in the world". Made by the reputable company, this lacrosse stick belonged to Georges Pierce Butters (1866-1938), descendants of the Pierce family, one of Stanstead’s pioneer families. Donated by Archie Butters and Nancy Pacaud, 1998. Inventory Number: 1998.80.1

Beekeepers have always used smoke to harvest honey as it helps keeping the bees in a calm state and significantly reduces their tendency to sting. The modern bee smoker was invented in the second half of the 19th century and has two essential parts: a leather bellow and a tin boiler. This particular model dates from the early 20th century, probably around 1920, which can be identified due to the presence of a fuel grate inside the boiler and by the shape of its spout. Gift of Joan & Arthur Friedman from Georgeville, 2013. Inventory Number : 2013.x.17.6

During the First World War, combat gases were widely used by the different warring parties. At first tear gas was used, but from 1915 forward the substances used became asphyxiating and toxic, resulting in the development of gas masks. In the last years of the war, the most widespread German model was the M1917 Lederschutzemaske. It was characterized by a leather hood, a removable canister that screwed directly into the hood, the presence of removable anti-fogging lenses, and the absence of the exhalation valve. A stamp on the cartridge indicates October 20, 1917, as the date of manufacture. The object could have been captured during the second Battle of Passchendaele, in which Canadian soldiers notoriously fought. The Lederschutzemaske gave its bearer a terrifying look and gives us a glimpse into the horrors of the First World War. Unknown donor. Inventory Number : 1989.1348.1-2

The chamber pot, also referred to as a Jordan or Jerry, is the ancestor of the modern toilet. Generally placed under the bed, it eliminated the need to use the outhouse at night. Commonly used before the installation of interior toilets, it gradually disappeared during the 20th century. This portable half-porcelain container was manufactured by the English company Dudson Wilcox & Till. Gift of Sister Thérèse Vachon, unknown date. Inventory Number : 1995.136.1-2

J. J. Parker (1877-1961) was born in Hatley and was a graduate of the Commercial School at Stanstead College. He started his career in photography in 1896, working with George Johnston of Sherbrooke. In November 1899, he opened his own studio in Derby Line at the corner of Caswell Avenue and Main Street. Around 1965, the Stanstead Historical Society acquired some 7,000 of his glass negatives, mostly portraits and landscapes. Parker and his wife, Ethelwyn Brooks, were active members of the SHS. Gift of the estate of J. J. Parker, 1970. Inventory number: 1989.1588

This object is not a toy, but rather a fully functional cast-iron sewing machine that was advertised as a tool to teach young girls how to sew with a machine. This machine, which uses a clamp to grip onto a table, can produce a simple straight chain stitch. Sold exclusively by the Singer Company between 1910 and 1950, with a resurgence in the 1970s, this 20 model knows multiple changes in its lifetime. This particular machine can be identified as a production of 1914 to 1922, thanks to the eight spokes on its hand wheel. It holds in its original green cardboard box an instruction booklet and multiple accessories. Unknown donor. Inventory Number: 2018.x.22

Also known as "theatre binoculars", these glasses made of brass, ivory and porcelain were used in the 1890s by the donor's grandmother. Usually adorned with ivory or mother-of-pearl for a luxury finish, opera glasses are designed for use in the theatre by high-society ladies. They therefore have low magnification, but a high field of view to allow their wearer to see what is happening on stage. Compact and elegant, they are easily transported and match the quality of their owner's evening dress. Opera glasses were an essential accessory for any high-society lady, for which an outing to the opera was an important social and cultural event. Gift of Isabel Shaw, unknown date. Inventory Number : 1989.313

Complete with lace curtains and green valances, this dollhouse was made by the talented Richard "Dick" Woodman of Beebe at the age of nine years old. Gifted with precocious talent, Woodman became a successful carpenter in Beebe. Made for his sister Margaret, the house has a small fireplace, an outside log store and even wallpaper, with everything painted in a charming red and green. The donor kept this dollhouse her whole life, until its donation to the Colby-Curtis Museum. We can imagine little Margaret’s happiness when playing with her dollhouse. Gift of Margaret Woodman, 2013. Inventory Number : 2013.x.16

This is nutcracker of the lever type which is in the likeness of Otto von Bismarck (1815-1898), Chancellor of Germany, who was known for his aggressiveness in politics. A nut to crack can be placed in between the politician's teeth, then opened with the use of his jaw. Depictions of royalty, politicians, animals, characters and townspeople as nutcrackers was pretty common at the time. Lever type nutcrackers represent the most utilitarian types over screw and percussion, and is most commonly found in today's kitchens. Gift of Helen Lovat Colby. Inventory number : 920853

Smoking used to be much more prevalent in the 20th century, and was an important social practice. For this reason, people got creative with the way they would light cigarettes and distribute them to guests. More than just storage, cigarette dispensers were ornate objects that could be in all kinds of forms. From donkeys to carousels and music boxes, they were often used as gag gifts. This cigarette dispenser is elephant shaped, and lifting its tail produces a cigarette from its mouth. An inscription inside, reading "Pat Pend July 9 31" , means that this model of dispenser had not been granted its patent at the time of manufacture. Gift of Helen Lovat Colby, 1992. Inventory number : 920451

This bank is one of the later cast-iron patented mechanical banks called "Trick Monkey Bank". Placing a penny in the monkey's mouth, then activating the lever on the base under the monkey will make it jump up and deposit the coin inside the musician's barrel organ. The coin will fall down inside the base, and can later be removed with a key from a compartment underneath the base. Until the Second World War, the Hubley Manufacturing Company was one of the largest manufacturers of toys and banks in the United States. This particular bank was manufactured during the 1920s through 1935. Gift of Helen Lovat Colby, 1992. Inventory number : 1998.596

This wooden device consists of a container for the cream and sugar, a metal-lined cylinder for the ice and brine, and a crank mechanism. Because the sugars and fats in the mixture interfere with the formation of ice crystals, a temperature colder than 0° C is required for ice cream to set. Adding salt water to the ice cream lowers the temperature at which it melts, allowing the ice cream to freeze cohesively. This patented freezer is operated by a handle and is used to make sorbets or ice creams. Marketed by The Dana Mfg. Co. (Ohio), this freezer could make ice cream in three minutes according to their advertisements. Inventory number : 921164

n needlework, a sampler is used as a basis to teach different stitches. In general, a sampler includes the letters of the alphabet, numbers from 0 to 9, as well as decorative elements such as figures, borders, patterns, the name of the artist, and the date. This particular work also contains a verse: « This needlework of mine can tell / When I was young I learned well / And by my parents I was taught / Never to spend my time for naught. » The work was done by eight-year-old Emily Pierce (1821-1832), daughter of notable Stanstead resident, Wilder Pierce. Wilder Pierce was also known for the construction of the Wilder-Pierce building which housed a general store, the first Eastern Townships customs office, and then a branch of the Eastern Townships Bank. Gift of Mrs. Helen Colby, 1992. Inventory Number : 920219

This children's carriage with a foldable moleskin hood, raised painted wooden bed box supported by a frame has both small and large wooden wheels rimmed with iron. Although its origin is unknown, it is nevertheless possible to assume that this pram is Italian-made due to the two miniature paintings on either side of the bed: one shows a view of the Grand Canal in Venice and the other a view of an Italian villa with an alpine landscape. Invented in the 18th century, the use of the pram grows considerably in the second half of the 20th century due to the post-war economic growth. Carriages gradually disappear during the 1970s to make room for strollers which are foldable, more manageable, and safer. Gift of Jacques Valiquette, 2010. Inventory Number : 2010.42

This pocket watch belonged to Walter George Belknap, manager of the Magog fish hatchery from 1900 to 1940. The watch is made of brass, glass and 14-karat gold. In the middle of the chain, a brass rod can be used to secure the watch to a buttonhole. Two keys, located at the end of the chain, are used to wind the mechanism. This watch of the "P.S. Bartlett" model was manufactured in 1874 by the American Watch Co., or Waltham Watch Company, a pioneer of watchmaking in the United States and active from 1850 to 1957 in the town of Waltham, Massachusetts. Gift of Keith Belknap, 2010. Inventory Number : 2009.3

When volunteer firefighters began forming companies in the United States at the end of the 18th century, the need to better organize efforts to fight fires arose. Engineers and officers began using speaking trumpets to direct and amplify their voices in the chaos that accompanied a fire. This one was presented to Stanstead firefighters to thank them for their service to the town. Unknown donor. Inventory Number: 1990.171.1

This articulated wooden and composite doll nicknamed “Bébé Jumeau” wears the authentic clothing of its time. The eyes, whose detail and luminosity impress, are made of blown glass. Émile-Louis Jumeau (1843-1910) , who was an architect before taking over the Jumeau company from his father Pierre Jumeau (1811-1895) around 1867. With his wife Ernestine, which supplied the doll company with the latest fashion trends and styles, he won the gold medal in 1878 at the Universal Exhibition in Paris. The Jumeau company reaches its zenith with them at the helm, for the quality of the clothes as well as the finesse of the bisque doll's head, which gives them a realistic skin-like finish. Gift of Nancy Pacaud, 2006. Restoration by the Centre de conservation du Québec, 2021. Inventory number : 2006.693.1-8

his lace bobbin, also known as a lace maker’s cushion, was used by the Stanstead Ursulines for more than 75 years. In 1884, nine Ursuline nuns of the Quebec region opened a monastery in Stanstead Plain, built according to the plans drafted by François-Xavier Berlinguet, a Quebecois architect, engineer and sculptor. That same year, the boarding school and day school opened its doors to young girls, and a school for boys was also created. At the time, Stanstead was considered by the Ursulines to be the pearl of the Eastern Townships. The Stanstead Ursuline Monastery closed its doors in 2004 and became, seven years later, the Stanstead Manor, a seniors’ residence. Gift of Sister Angèle Bernard, 1990. Inventory Number: 1990.1666.1-24

From author Annie Linda Jack (1839 - 1912), horticulturist, this pocket size book published by The Musson Book Co in Toronto and A. T. Chapman in Montreal is the first published canadian gardening manual and the only one available for about 20 years. It offers both poetic and practical advice, in a series of short chapters offering general advice. It focuses afterwards on vegetable, fruit and flower gardens, the latter taking up two thirds of the book. This book is the second edition of this series, which was first published in 1903. Jack was a poet, teacher and popular horticultural columnist, as well as the first professional woman garden writer in Canada. Anonymous donation. Inventory number : s.n.

From the end of the 18th through the 19th centuries, it was common to preserve a loved one’s hair to transform into a crown and thus honour their memory. A mourning wreath could be made up of one member's hair or a composite of an entire family. The hair was twisted into shapes of flowers and leaves. The shapes were then attached to a fine wire structure and formed into a U-shaped crown. The top of the crown was left open to allow the soul of the deceased to ascend to heaven. This wreath is made with the hair of Emma Langmaid's great-grandparents from Wolfeboro, New Hampshire. Gift of Mabel Drew, unknown date. Inventory Number : 1989.1285.1-3

Established in 1880 as a distributor of pharmaceutical products, Burroughs Wellcome & Co quickly became a pharmaceutical company in its own right. In the late 19th century, cocaine was being sold over-the-counter, and one could find it in multiple patent medicines such as toothache cures. Wellcome was the one to coin the term tabloid, used for compressed medicine, and registered it as a company trademark. Their products were usually packaged into compact travel cases to serve as first aid kits for motorists, explorers and adventurers. Gift of Mrs Helen Colby, 1992. Inventory number : 921235

Lady Henrietta Banting (1912-1976) is recognized for her pioneer work on oncology in Canada. In 1967, she publishes a study with Elizabeth Forbes, chief of Radiology at Women’s College Hospital, on the use of mammography to detect breast cancer in the Journal of the Canadian Association of Radiologists. A medical student in 1938, she enlists in the Royal Canadian Army Medical Corps at the outbreak of World War II. Her uniform, bag, and boxes for drugs and medical equipment constitute the essential kit for doctors going to the front lines. Gift of Dr. Henrietta Banting, unknown date. Inventory number : s.n.

This stagecoach was built by Abbott & Downing, an American company. It is one of the two stagecoaches that were used to transport passengers and mail in the Stanstead area, first by Bert Channell and later by Archie Walker. The arrival of the railway in Stanstead in 1896 brought a decline in the use of stagecoaches and Archie Walker sold his two stagecoaches to John T. and F. Winfield Hackett. Member of Parliament in the Canadian House of Commons and afterwards Senator, John T. Hackett was president of the Stanstead Historical Society from 1937 to 1957. The second Stanstead stagecoach is now housed at Ingenium – Canada’s Museums of Science and Innovation, located in Ottawa. Gift of the John T. and F. Winfield Hackett family, 1958. Inventory number : 1990.627.1-2