SS#5 Millar Hill school was only opened during summer months when the kids were spared their chores and teachers would travel to this most remote of areas. It also offered Anglican services. This school was closed in 1916 removed and floated across Lake Solitaire by its 1st teacher, Mr Reazin, wher
Mr. Langmeade lived on the Sinclair Township side of Millar Hill, right across from the schoolhouse. He served as the union sections secretary. He was the last person remaining in Millar Hill and watched as the forest re-took the land by 1920. Courtesy Robert Constable.
SS#5 Morrison Township at the former ghost town of Malta where today's Camp Hillbilly sits on Hwy 11. It still stands. First built in 1873 on east side of Muskoka Rd it was relocated here in 1902 and lasted until 1959 as a school.
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I have a photo of Dee Bank School House taken between 1928 and 1934 when my mother attended. I can upload if desired.