Restin’ in Old St. Francis Xavier Traditional Cache
Restin’ in Old St. Francis Xavier
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The present cemeteries were first established here in the summer of 1851 and by the summer of 1852 the property had been enclosed with a new fence. The new cemetery was divided into three parts for the use of the Church of England, the Roman Catholics, and for other Christian denominations. The western section of the large cemetery grounds were leased to the Rector and congregation of St. Peter’s Church for 99 years and was known as St. Peter’s Cemetery. The southern section was turned over to St. Francis Xavier R.C. parish and the central portion, then named the General Protestant Cemetery, remained under the control of Brockville Town Council. In 1890 the Brockville Cemetery was enlarged with the purchase of an additional forty-six acres on the north side of the highway. Thus it was that the new Oakland Cemetery, St. Peter’s cemetery, and St. Francis Xavier were planned and opened on the north side of the highway. Along the way you will pass a number of interesting plaques. 1) James M. Walsh of The North West Mounted Police 2) The Malloch Cairn erected 1896, restored 1989 3) The Potter’s Field The above named plaques and others throughout the old cemeteries are worth stopping for a moment, to read and reflect on the past. The bench at the cache location was placed by The Friends of the Cemetery and is frequently used, therefore muggles and parking can be a problem at this location. Dogs are permitted but please keep them on a leash and clean up after them, thank you.
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