Baldoon Meeting in the News (1979)

What is this?

This newspaper clip is from the Courier Press Monday Morning Special in 1979.

It is about a meeting that was held to "consider the latest proposal on the establishment of the 'Baldoon Settlement' in the Wallaceburg area."

I chose this news clip for this week because it ties in well with our museum! If you are unfamiliar, we have a Baldoon Mystery exhibit as well as a Baldoon History exhibit on our lower level.

The History Behind it

The Baldoon settlement plaque in Wallaceburg holds a lot of relevant information on the history of it.

The plaque reads:

"On September 5, 1804, fifteen families of Scottish emigrants numbering some ninety persons landed near this site. Named after an estate in Scotland, the settlement was sponsored by Lord Selkirk who later founded the Red River Colony. The low-lying and frequently-flooded lands were difficult to work, malaria killed many settlers and the superintendent, Alexander McDonell, proved incapable. In July, 1812, the colony was invaded by American militia who carried off its livestock. The remaining settlers ultimately moved back to higher land and in 1818 Selkirk sold his property."

Come check out our Baldoon exhibits at the museum for tons more information!!!!!!

Why is this important?

It is about how Wallaceburg was originally settled.
It gives us insight on what and where the Baldoon Settlement actually was.
It shows how important this settlement was and still is to the community.

Try out Baldoon Meeting Quiz if you're feeling educated!