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21. The Sunderland Telephone Company

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The Sunderland Telephone Company. – 63 River St This company started about 1912 and pictures showing the telephone poles help one estimate the date of payment picture. The shares issued are also dated. For 1912, the telephone office was on the south side of river street to the east of the McDermott Block. It is … Read more

27. Brock House Hotel

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The Brock House Hotel – 82 River St This three-story brick building was constructed in 1910 with the supervision and financing of Dr. James McDermott who lived from 1845 to 1920. At that time, the main road through town came right up to the hotel. It was a wonderful place for a meal. But after … Read more